See Santa at Cabela’s and get a Free Printed Photo
Santa is making an early visit to Wichita this year; you can see him from November 3 to December 24, 2024, at Cabela’s Wichita at 2427 N. Greenwich Road! Santa’s Wonderland at Cabela’s is a beautiful display where you can visit Santa for FREE and receive a FREE printed photo. We just went with our daughter, […]
Veterans Day Flag Ceremony at Chicken N Pickle
Chicken N Pickle will host a special event to honor the brave men and women who have served our nation. Veterans, active service members, and those who wish to show their support are invited to join in a meaningful celebration. The event will begin with a flag-raising ceremony at 11 a.m. as a tribute to […]
Veterans, military, dependents, and Gold Star Families get FREE National Parks pass
Gold Star Families, U.S. military veterans, and active-duty military personnel and their dependents can receive FREE America the Beautiful National Parks and Federal Recreation Lands Passes. Current active-duty military and their dependents can get an Annual Pass for FREE (an $80 value). And there’s been an exciting update since we originally wrote this. Now, Gold Star […]
Free Bus Rides on Election Day
Wichita Transit will offer FREE bus rides on Election Day. In honor of Election Day, on Tuesday, November 5, 2024 Wichita Transit will offer free bus rides on all traditional bus routes and paratransit service. Free rides are valid for everyone riding to or from polling locations as well as any other trip during the […]
Wichita Sports Forum Fall Festival
The Wichita Sports Forum is hosting a Fall Festival this year, and it promises to be a fantastic experience for the whole family! This year’s event encourages everyone to dress up in their Halloween costumes for an added layer of festive fun, with exciting prizes available for the best-dressed attendees. With around 70 diverse vendors […]
Wichita Flag History and Fun Info
We all love the Wichita Flag, and it is a beautiful symbol of our city. The Wichita Flag has become very popular and you can purchase shirts, hats, mugs, and much more to show your pride in our city. Wichita, the largest city in Kansas, has a rich history shaped by Native American heritage, the […]
Haunted Hops at Botanica: Craft Beer Event this Halloween
Botanica Haunted Hops is not happening this year! Info about his previous event. We hope they bring it back—it was a fun one. This event is held in the beautiful Botanica gardens and offers a unique atmosphere. Guests can enjoy an evening of craft beer tastings, live music, and delicious food samples. With an impressive […]
Free Movies at Capitol Federal Amphitheater
Is there anything better than relaxing and watching a movie? Yes! Relaxing and watching a movie outside at the CapFed Amphitheater in Andover for FREE! – Not Confirmed for 2025 Bring your lawn chairs and some snacks, kick back, and relax! The outdoor movie series is back! Free Movies at Capital Federal Amphitheater: In the […]
Botanica’s Jack-O-Lantern Spectacular
This is a community favorite Halloween event in Wichita for 2024. Botanica will be hosting the Jack-O-Lantern Spectacular again this year from October 9, 10, 11 & 12, 2024. For four days this October, Botanica will be transformed into a family-friendly Halloween haunt,complete with over 1,000 lighted jack-o-lanterns, music from DJ Carbon, food trucks, fire […]
Cheap and Easy Games to Play at Home
Every family should have a game night every once in awhile. We have compiled some of our favorite easy games to play at home. Getting together as a family and playing games together teaches kids simple social skills like taking turns, following rules, teamwork, and being able to win or lose. It is also an […]
Free Things to do in Wichita in October
Happy October! We have compiled a FREE checklist of ideas and things to do in October in Wichita. With the crisp air and Fall Foliage, we are ready for Fall Events in Wichita. There’s so much to enjoy this fall, from Pumpkin Patches and Oktoberfests to Fall Bazaars and Holiday Markets. You won’t want to […]
Wine Walk at Chicken N Pickle
Chicken N Pickle is hosting a Wine Walk benefiting Victory in the Valley. Try various wines, vendors, and specialty Chicken N Pickle food samples—$30 per person- including a souvenir cup. My family has attended this event for the past two years, and it’s an incredible value for the price. Strolling around the Chicken N Pickle […]
Free Covid Tests Sent to Your Home
The free COVID tests are back! Residential households in the U.S. are eligible for another order of free at-home tests starting September 26, 2024. Each order includes four individual rapid antigen COVID-19 tests. Your order of COVID tests is completely FREE—you won’t even pay for shipping. They will start shipping tests the week of September […]
Prairieland Beer and Music Festival
Wichita Beer and Music lovers! This is usually in September, but the 2025 date has not been released yet. It’s not on the cheap side at $45 per ticket but you could get your money’s worth if you take full advantage of everything this event has to offer. Enjoy unlimited samples of 100+ beers with […]
National Quesadilla Day: Free Quesadillas at Chipotle
National Quesadilla Day is getting extra cheesy this year! Chipotle is celebrating with a series of exciting giveaways for quesadilla lovers. On September 23, 2024, the popular restaurant is launching a digital scavenger hunt on its social media channels and through three TikTok creators to give away up to $1 Million in FREE quesadillas. For […]
Tanganyika Wildlife Park – Pumpkins at the Park
Tanganyika Wildlife Park is NOT hosting Pumpkins at the Park in 2024! Get into the Fall spirit with five nights of fun. From toddlers to grandparents and everyone in between, they have something for everyone this Halloween! Older kids and teens may like the Cage Maze of Doom or participate in the Zombie Task Force […]
Discover Your Superpower: Super Heroes Exhibit at Exploration Place
Explore Exploration Place’s newest attraction, the Superpowers Exhibit, featuring iconic superheroes like Superman, Wonder Woman, Batman, and more! This educational showcase will run from May 24 to September 22, 2024. One of the many reasons we adore Exploration Place is its constant stream of fresh exhibits, ensuring there’s always something new to discover. With our […]
Kid-Friendly Attractions in Wichita
Wichita has so many wonderful things to do for kids. Here is a collection of just a few of the kid-friendly attractions in Wichita. We really could just keep going and going… So what are you waiting for? Start checking these places off your list and see what Wichita has to offer for kid-friendly family […]
Nomar Eatz Foodie Event in Nomar Plaza Wichita
Nomar Eatz is a FREE event that highlights local foods. It is an outdoor celebration of local foodies, food trucks, caterers, packaged goods vendors, and produce sellers. This event is free to attend but you will want to come hungry and bring cash for food. Normar Eats aims to create a unique and heartfelt event […]
Nature Pop Exhibit at Botanica
Botanica, the Wichita Gardens’ new exhibit, is called Nature Pop. This traveling exhibit will be on display here in Wichita starting May 18, 2024. It features a series of nature-inspired sculptures built entirely with over 850,000 LEGO bricks. You will see big, big, colorful sculptures throughout the 20-acre garden, and the best part is that […]
Football in the Park: Naftzger Park in Wichita
Naftzger Park in downtown Wichita is the ultimate destination for Kansas City Chiefs fans looking to catch the excitement of every game. Football at The Park broadcasts each Chiefs game until November 24 on the Naftzer Park big screen, perfect for cheering on the team with fellow fans. – NO details yet for 2025! I […]
The Wedding Singer Interactive Dome Movie at Exploration Place
Exploration Place presents another exciting interactive Dome movie experience: The Wedding Singer. I love attending their interactive screenings because it’s where audiences can engage with the film through singing, shouting, and other activities. You never know what surprises Exploration Place has in store to enhance their interactive movies, but they’re always entertaining. The Dome Theater […]
Hotel at Old Town Discount for Wichita on the Cheap Readers
Are you looking to escape the everyday routine and explore something new? Hotel at Old Town has partnered with us to help promote Staycations in the City we all love. Experience Wichita in a new way by making a vacation out of our hometown. You can have a blast without leaving the city with great […]
Back to School Haircuts for $5 at Paul Mitchell School
Get Ready for school with a fresh new look at Paul Mitchell Hair School. They are offering $5 haircuts for all K-12 students and teachers. It’s the perfect opportunity to start the school year with a fresh style. We also have some other back-to-school tips on how to save in general, how to save on back-to-school clothes, […]
Tips for Back to School Shopping and How to Save Money
Summer might not be over, but with school enrollment starting, it’s time to start thinking about tackling that giant school supply list that you will be receiving. Even though it’s a pack of crayons here and a couple of glue sticks there – it all adds up and can really hurt the wallet! Below we […]