Here's a look ahead at free and cheap events and things to do in Wichita this week. Although we may not have as many events in Wichita as usual, our goal is to find plenty to do "on the cheap" for both kids and adults. We're talking … [Read more...] about Free and cheap things to do this week Wichita KS
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Wichita Weekend Events and Deals
Happy Weekend! Here’s our list of the top free events, discounts, and deals to have fun around South Central Kansas on your Friday, Saturday, and Sunday. These are things to do this weekend in Wichita that won't cost you your whole … [Read more...] about Wichita Weekend Events and Deals
Barn Sales, Flea Markets, and Craft Fairs near Wichita
Is it handmade? Secondhand? Covered with dust or restored with care? Those are the things we want to see for sale at the markets in this list. Here's our updated list of 2021 barn sales, craft and art fairs, vintage and artisan markets, and … [Read more...] about Barn Sales, Flea Markets, and Craft Fairs near Wichita
Play Trivia At Wichita Area Restaurants & Pubs
Trivia nights at restaurants and pubs are an ideal frugal activity! They're super fun for a date, for an evening out with friends and family, or even if you're on your own. Typically, playing is free. Of course, at most venues it's … [Read more...] about Play Trivia At Wichita Area Restaurants & Pubs
Local gift ideas for Wichita, KS
It's the thought that counts, and for many Wichitans, shopping local is part of what makes a gift thoughtful and intentional. For several years now, Wichita on the Cheap has endeavored to help with that by showcasing local small businesses … [Read more...] about Local gift ideas for Wichita, KS
Non-Toy Gift Ideas for Kids and Families
Toys, toys, toys. My home is full of toys. Cars and trucks, baby dolls, books, stuffed animals, play clothes, toy dishes, building blocks, and more. You name it, we probably have it. It's not that we don't purge on a regular … [Read more...] about Non-Toy Gift Ideas for Kids and Families
Free and Discount Museum Days in Wichita
Whether you're a visitor or a resident, Wichita's museums provide lots of educational fun and entertainment. Most are moderately priced to begin with, but Wichita also has FREE museum days at times during the year. (And some of our museums … [Read more...] about Free and Discount Museum Days in Wichita
Farmers Markets in Wichita
Farmers Markets in Wichita and surrounding communities abound with locally grown fresh food, plants, honey, handmade items, and more. Note: This list has not been completely updated for 2021. Generally markets in the Wichita area open in … [Read more...] about Farmers Markets in Wichita
Free and Inexpensive Fitness Events in Wichita
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 … [Read more...] about Free and Inexpensive Fitness Events in Wichita
Free Community Shred Days in and around Wichita, KS
You know you're not supposed to just throw confidential information into the trash, but sometimes the shred pile gets pretty high if you don’t have a paper-chewing monster of a shredder like mine. (We've had it for years and yep - it's … [Read more...] about Free Community Shred Days in and around Wichita, KS
Kids Eat Free (and Cheap) in Wichita
Nowadays, for most families, going out to dinner is a decision based on how much money is in the budget. Wouldn't you love a convenient list compiled of local Wichita kids eat free (or cheap) deals? We tracked down some … [Read more...] about Kids Eat Free (and Cheap) in Wichita
Wichita First Friday
The Final Friday Art Crawl has been an ongoing free event in Wichita for years and years. As the name implies, it has always been held on the last Friday of each month. The Art Crawl allows the public to enjoy art and light refreshments … [Read more...] about Wichita First Friday
The BIG list of military discounts in Wichita KS
When I'm paying for a purchase, you'll likely hear me ask, “Do you offer a military discount?” My husband, a 20-year Air Force veteran, taught me that line. Judging from the input when I asked a Facebook group of military spouses for … [Read more...] about The BIG list of military discounts in Wichita KS
Live music events in Wichita
The more we learn about Wichita, the more we realize we have so much to uncover! And that is especially true when it comes to free or inexpensive live music events happening all around town. The venues that offer live music are as varied … [Read more...] about Live music events in Wichita
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... (Check out our Winter Break or Kids' Guide to Summer posts … [Read more...] about Kid-Friendly Attractions in Wichita