Wichita on the Cheap

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Ballet Wichita Free Performances in the Park

One of my favorite free events in Wichita every year is back for Spring 2025. Bring blankets and lawn chairs and enjoy the FREE Wichita Ballet in the Park again this year! Family-friendly performances are held in parks in Wichita and surrounding communities, and feature a new production each year. It’s a relaxed and casual atmosphere […]

FREE Summer Reading Program in Wichita and Reading Resources

There are numerous free summer reading programs in Wichita and neighboring communities, designed to help kids stay engaged and avoid the “summer slide.” Programs include a reading goal of some sort, a way to track your progress, and freebies for accomplishing summer reading goals. All of the ones we have listed here are free! Wichita-area […]

READiculous Book Sale at Wichita Art Museum

READiculas Book Sale

Friends of the Wichita Art Museum is hosting another READiculas Book Sale on June 13 – 15, 2025. If you haven’t attended one of these, you must. The best part is it’s FREE to attend and includes general admission to the museum. Of course, you must bring money for the book sale. The READiculous Book […]

Farmers Markets in Wichita

Farmer’s Markets in Wichita and surrounding communities with locally grown fresh food, plants, honey, handmade items, and more. Some markets offer kids’ activities and live entertainment; all offer an excellent opportunity to meet your neighbors, learn more about local produce, and share in the fun of discovering things produced right here in our own state […]

Free Pints of Kroger Ice Cream at Dillons on June 20

To celebrate the official start of the summer season with the summer solstice on Thursday, June 20, Kroger is giving away 92,000 pints of FREE ice cream. Kroger has done this deal before, and I have always gotten my free ice cream, and it’s easy. This means Kroger will be handing out 1,000 pints of […]

Storytime at Naftzger Park in Downtown Wichita

Storytime in the Park is FREE at Naftzger Park in downtown Wichita. Read along with stories on the big screen and enjoy music, snacks, free books, and an activity for the kids. Admission is FREE, and this event is open to the public. Storytime Village helps put on these storytimes with Wichita Parks & Recreation. They […]

FREE: Smoke on the Plains, Derby BBQ & Music Fest

Smoke on the Plains BBQ & Music Fest

The annual Derby BBQ & Music Festival in Derby’s High Park is a family favorite! This FREE event will be held June 13 & 14, 2025! This annual family-friendly event includes live music, food, and kid’s activities. Admission is FREE. There are an average of about 50 professional BBQ teams from the Midwest. There will […]

RiverFlix: Free Outdoor Movies at Exploration Place

Riverflix at Exploration Place is a free outdoor movie series in Wichita. It will be held in the Exploration Place amphitheater right outside its downtown location, near the iconic Keeper of the Plains. The best part is that Riverflix is FREE. This outdoor event will be held in the Wichita Foundation Amphitheater, where everyone is […]

Riverfest Button Deals at Local Attractions

Your Wichita Riverfest button does more than get you into the festival; it also offers special perks at participating local non-profits, including discounts and exclusive deals. Scroll down to learn about Fest Quest & visit at least 6 of the featured locations, and you’ll be entered for a chance to win $1,000! With your Riverfest […]

Adult Sports Leagues in Wichita: Softball, Golf, Kickball & Valleyball

Are you looking for an adult sports league to join in Wichita? This year, consider participating in adult athletics with the Wichita Parks and Recreation Department. They offer affordable, organized sports, such as adult kickball, golf, sand volleyball, and softball. Participating offers a multitude of benefits. Firstly, it provides an avenue for physical activity, promoting […]

FREE Automobilia Moonlight Car Show and Street Party

Automobilia Wichita

Automobilia Moonlight Car Show and Street Party will be happening again in Wichita, and the best part is the outdoor car show is FREE to the public.  “Automobilia Car Show is One of the Largest Car Shows In The State of Kansas. They block off approximately 2 miles of Wichita streets. We have seven bands […]

Celebration of Women’s Sports Free Event at Naftzger Park

The City of Wichita Celebrates Women’s Sports with a free event at Naftgzer Park with special guests Jackie Stiles and Jordan Larson. With the upcoming NCAA Women’s College World Series, Wichita Park & Recreation invites you to Celebration of Women’s Sports at Naftzger Park, a two-day festival featuring inspiring guest speakers, a live stream watch […]

Free Fries at McDonalds Every Friday in 2025

Free Fries Friday is back at McDonalds. Get a free medium french fry with any $1 minimum purchase at McDonald’s on Fridays in 2025! This offer is only available on the McDonald’s app. Who can resist McDonald’s fries, especially if they are FREE? Grab what I think is the best fountain drink out there, and […]

Kansas Aviation Museum: Little Aviators

Wichita has a museum that’s particularly fitting for The Air Capital of the World, and one highlight offered by the Kansas Aviation Museum is their weekly kids’ program, where children can enjoy FREE admission. Keep reading for all the details! The Kansas Aviation Museum, in Wichita, Kansas, is an excellent destination for people of all […]

Birthday Freebies: What you can get for FREE

Birthday Freebies and Deals

Happy birthday! It’s your birthday, it’s your birthday. Or perhaps you’re one of those organized types who plan and you’re looking for birthday freebies in Wichita, Kansas. There are so many businesses that have birthday deals to make their customers feel special. From food to drinks to clothes and shoes to beauty, this list has […]

Final Friday Food Truck Rally at the Wichita Boathouse

Final Friday Food Truck Rally Wichita Boat House

The Wichita Boathouse will be the scene for the Final Friday Food Truck Ralley each month. Admission is FREE for all ages. Manny local artists & small business vendors will be set up at the Wichita Boathouse. There will be a booze truck, yard games, and more!  The monthly event starts at 5 p.m. on the […]

Hamburger Deals in Wichita Each Week

If you are looking for Hamburger deals in Wichita, you are in the right sport. We have compiled a list of Burger Deals in Wichita. Taking advantage of burger deals is smart for several reasons, particularly when dining out regularly or feeding a family. Burger deals are often available on specific days of the week, […]

The Ultimate List of Free Story Times in Wichita

Story Times in Wichita

  Wichita has many free indoor story times to fuel your child’s imagination and keep you out of the ever-changing Kansas weather. We have scoured the city and created the Ultimate List of Free Story Times in Wichita and the surrounding area! (We also have a great big list of other free and cheap things […]

Wichita Summer Checklist of Activities on a Budget

Here is our ultimate Summer Checklist of things to do in Wichita this Summer. This list includes things to do with kids’ and Adults’ activities in Wichita. Our city is filled with many things for kids and adults to do this summer. There is much to explore, from fan-favorite events to some of our Summertime Free […]

Bike Trails in Wichita Kansas

When the weather is nice and you want to get outside for a ride on your bike, you have a lot of options. Discover some of Wichita’s favorite biking trails along with free or inexpensive cycling resources in south central Kansas here. Top Outdoor Parks for Bike Riding in Wichita, Kansas Not all parks are […]

Free Yoga at Exploration Place on Saturdays in Wichita

Exploration Place is hosting Riverside Yoga, which is a free yoga class on Saturdays! That’s right, you can take a yoga class on Saturday mornings along the Arkansas River in the Exploration Place amphitheater. This is for everyone, whether you are a beginner or a regular yogi. Certified YMCA instructors will teach these Riverside Yoga […]

O.J. Watson Park in Wichita

OJ Watson Park is a fantastic place for families, teens, and anyone who wants to get outside and enjoy some outdoor activities. This is the Wichita park with the yellow brick road! The park operates year-round, but the opening weekend—when all rides and special activities resume—takes place just before Wichita schools’ spring break. The ride season wraps […]

Best Playgrounds and Parks for kids in and around Wichita

Cool Free parks in and around Wichita

I learned my lesson early one July morning when I took my toddler to the zoo. All she did was pick up pretty rocks on the ground! I realized she didn’t care (yet) that there was a giraffe standing a few feet away.After that experience, I began thinking about her perspective rather than my own […]

Splash Parks in and around Wichita

Splash Pads In and Around Wichita

Splash pads in Wichita are a big attraction during the summer months. These splash parks (aka water playgrounds, splash pads, or play fountains) are a great way to enjoy summer for free. They are cost-effective and require less maintenance. Therefore, several have been funded by the city in the past few years. In fact, a […]