Wichita on the Cheap

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Free STARBASE Summer Camp at McConnell Air Force Base

The free STARBASE summer camp at McConnell Air Force Base is a favorite of ours. Registration for the STARBASE Stem Summer Camps opens March 23, 2021 at 9 a.m. What is the Kansas STARBASE Summer Camp? The STARBASE program is a series of one-week long STEM related camps that you can choose from. Launching rockets, […]

FREE: Household Hazardous Waste Facility

Household Hazardous Waste Facility Wichita KS

Doing some spring cleaning? Or planning some home renovation? Here’s a cheap tip that could save you some $$ on getting or getting rid of paint and other hazardous waste. Chemicals like paint or household cleaners and other hazardous materials shouldn’t be thrown in the trash. Instead, take them to the Sedgwick County Household Hazardous […]

Free and Cheap Things to Do with Kids in Wichita

Our updated list of FREE & CHEAP THINGS TO DO WITH KIDS IN WICHITA, KS! Keep the whole family busy year-round with these inexpensive and free kids activities in Wichita and the surrounding areas. This

Our updated list is here! Keep the whole family busy year-round with these inexpensive and free kids activities in Wichita and the surrounding areas. This list is fantastic for toddlers and young kids, but take note – some offer activities for big brothers and sisters too. To keep up with all the latest things to […]

Skate with Buddy the Elf and the Grinch at the Wichita Ice Center

Buddy the Elf? I know him! I know him!! The Wichita Ice Center is going to be hosting a fun day this December for Wichita kids to skate with Buddy the Elf and the Grinch. Also see: Where to See Santa Claus in Wichita In addition to being able to skate with these characters, you’ll […]

$2 Tuesday at Carousel Skate Center

  Who’s ready to skate?! Carousel Skate Center is helping us by hosting another $2 Tuesday event!   On Tuesday, November 24, Carousel will host a $2 Tuesday from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. There will be lots of $2 specials including: $2 Admission $2 Skate Rental $2 Small Popcorn $2 Medium Coke Other specials for […]

Free Bicycle Lights and Installation

Safety first! On Friday, November 6 and Friday, November 13, 2020 the Wichita Police Department Broadway Corridor Team and Bike Walk Wichita will distribute free bicycle lights. Kansas law requires that anyone riding a bicycle at night must have at least a front light and a rear reflector. Bike Walk Wichita has received a generous […]

Kansas Road Trip: Lindsborg, Kansas

Just an hour north of Wichita is the quaint Swedish town of Lindsborg, Kansas. It is nicknamed “Little Sweden USA” and if you are looking to get out and explore, this cute town has something for everyone. How to Get There Lindsborg is about an hour north of west Wichita and easily accessible from Interstate […]

Free and Inexpensive Fitness Events in Wichita

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Who doesn’t love a fitness class…especially when it’s free?! Wichita has a wide variety of free fitness classes and inexpensive fitness events throughout the year for you to try. Some of those classes include Zumba, Barre, Yoga and Bootcamp classes just to name a few.  We have gathered all of those classes into one convenient […]

Sunday Yoga at Chicken N Pickle

Enjoy a relaxing morning of yoga on Sundays at Chicken N Pickle. Join local yoga instructors on the Lawn of Chicken N Pickle for an hour long class. The organizers of this event ask that you bring your own mat. This is a free class, but space is limited. To guarantee your spot in the […]

FREE Preschool Reading Program from the Wichita Public Library

1000 books before kindergarten - WPL

1000 Books Before Kindergarten is a FREE reading program for preschool age and younger kids sponsored by the Wichita Public Library. This program challenges parents to read to their kids starting at an early age with a goal -as the name suggests- of reading 1000 books before they start kindergarten. If your kid isn’t a […]

Local Wichita businesses you can support from a distance

Nifty local business wichita ks

Times are strange right now and local businesses are having to get creative with their service options in order to get their products to you.  We love our Wichita community and all of the unique, fun and tasty companies that make our town special. We wanted to find a way to help them (and you!) […]

Burger King offers two free kids’ meals with ANY purchase

Here’s a deal that makes it a little easier on the pocketbook to feed the kids during these unprecedented times. From March 23 to April 6, Burger King is offering customers two FREE kids’ meals with ANY purchase via its app. (The chain is open for drive-thru or delivery.) Choose from a meal with a […]

Tulips, Fairies, and Forts at Botanica

Pink tulips in the spring

In 2021, Botanica is holding a Tulip Festival. You can read more about it here. The following information is regarding a similar event the gardens have hosted in previous years… Looking for fun things to do in Wichita this Spring? Each Saturday from April 4-18, 2020, Botanica will be celebrating Spring with Tulips, Fairies, and […]

Free Outdoor Movie Night Series at Exploration Place

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Gather your blankets, lawn chairs and family and friends for a fun free outdoor movie night at Exploration Place. (Note: This event is now called RiverFlix and is in the new Exploration Place Outdoor Amphitheater!) During the month of May, Exploration Place will be hosting a series of classic films projected on the building’s wall-near […]

Free JCPenney Kids Zone Make and Take Events

    You can shop at JCPenney’s and the kids can craft! Every second Saturday of the month, from 11 a.m. to noon, all JCPenney stores host free Kids Zone make and take events. Once a month, JCPenney has a Kids Zone event which combines a free craft for kids along with a special store […]

Canceled: Glow in the Dark Easter Egg Hunt at Carousel

Have a hopping good time at Carousel Skate Center’s Glow in the Dark Easter Egg Hunt! Children 10 and under are invited to this Glow in the Dark Easter Egg Hunt. Kids can meet the Easter Bunny, skate, play in the new Play Zone, and enjoy a very unique Easter egg hunt. The event will […]

Adult Night Skate (21+) at Carousel Skate Center

If you love to roller skate, but think skating is just for kids, think again!  Carousel Skate Center offers a monthly night skate just for adults ages 21 and up! Carousel combines the fun of skating with music from the 80s, 90s and today for a fun club-like atmosphere. They also have a bar with […]

Valentine’s Day BOGO Event at Andy’s

Are you looking for a special way to tell your spouse, significant other or kids that you love them? Andy’s Frozen Custard is making that decision a little easier on the pocketbook. On Valentine’s Day, February 14, stop by Andy’s Frozen Custard in the evening from 6 to 11 p.m. for Andy’s Buy One Get […]

Upcoming events at Wave Venue

Wichita has a downtown concert and event venue called WAVE, which normally has a tons of events, concerts, and fun and games scheduled. This is a fairly recent addition to Wichita’s entertainment and nightlife scene. WAVE is unique in that it has both an indoor and outdoor stage and concert area. WAVE Indoor Venue The […]

Photos with Santa and his Reindeer at Kookaburra Coffee

Get ready for a magical evening at Kookaburra Coffee! Santa and his reindeer will be there as well as live music! Have your kids (or you for that matter) ever wanted to meet Santa AND his reindeer?! Well, now’s your chance!Kookaburra Coffee will have LIVE reindeer on Friday, December 20, from 6 to 8 p.m. […]

New Year’s Day Pho at Central Standard Brewing

Treat your tummy to a delicious bowl of pho on New Year’s Day at Central Standard Brewing (CSB)! What is pho? Pho is a type of Vietnamese soup. It is usually made from beef stock or broth, seasoned with herbs and spices and served with rice noodles and thinly sliced beef or chicken.  CSB will […]

New Year’s Day Hangover Brunch at Chicken N Pickle

Too much cheer on New Year’s Eve? Or maybe you’re just looking for a tasty way to start the New Year? Either way, Chicken N Pickle has you covered with a New Year’s Day Hangover Brunch! They will serve tater tot casserole, biscuits & gravy, bacon & eggs, a breakfast taco station and more! (Yum! […]

Christmas at BrightWater Bay

Get ready for a fun-filled holiday evening celebration at BrightWater Bay. The event will include lots of fun activities to get you in the Christmas spirit. There will be horse and carriage rides, a gingerbread house decorating contest, photos with Santa, face painting, Christmas carolers, treats, and more! Espresso Self will be in attendance serving […]

Free Photos with Santa at Kansas Secured Title Sedgwick County

Now is the time to get your wish list in to Santa and get free photos and prints at Kansas Secured Title Sedgwick County! Toya Martinez, Realtor at Keller Williams, is hosting this free event.  The event is free and open to the public. All ages are welcome! Come and enjoy free hot chocolate and […]