Oscar Mayer Wienermobile in Wichita: May 8-10, 2026
Visit the giant Hot Dog on Wheels in person and take your picture with the Wienermobile in Wichita. The Oscar Mayer Wienermobile will visit Exploration Place on the entrance plaza, Cowtown, and Dillon’s at Central and Rock. This event is FREE and open to the public. Have you seen the Wienermobie? Two years ago, I […]
Free Yoga and Zumba at Exploration Place, Saturdays in Wichita
Exploration Place is hosting free Yoga and Zumba classes in Wichita on Saturdays! That’s right, you can take a yoga and/or Zumba 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 […]
This Weekend Events: Things to Do this Weekend in Wichita
Free, fun, and inexpensive things to do in Wichita this weekend. And they won’t cost you your whole week’s paycheck!
Sunflower Summer App 2026- Free Admission to Kansas Attractions
The Sunflower Summer App provides various ways for families to get out, explore something new, and enjoy time together. Kansas families can visit museums, zoos, historic landmarks, and more for FREE! YES, you can visit attractions around KANSAS for FREE!!! The Sunflower Summer Program benefits Kansas families with school-aged children, encouraging them to explore and […]
Heritage Fest in Andover
You should add Heritage Fest in Andover to your spring calendar. This family-friendly festival is packed with fun and nostalgia and is free to attend. The City of Andover brings history to life with Heritage Fest, an exciting new event that honors the community’s rich railroad heritage. Guests will be able to step back in […]
Free and Cheap Things to do this Week in Wichita KS
Plan your week on the cheap with this list of FREE and cheap events and deals in the Wichita area.
Wichita Kansas Fun Facts about our City
My husband and I were both born and raised right here in Wichita — well, he’ll remind you he grew up in Andover, but that’s close enough in my book. We truly love this city, and that’s why I always enjoy sharing fun facts about our hometown. Wichita has such a rich history, quirky stories, […]
Free Cooking Classes from the YMCA Wichita
The Greater Wichita YMCA offers free Cooking Matters classes for parents or caregivers, and you don’t have to be a YMCA member to participate! In the Cooking Matters class for parents or caregivers, you’ll enjoy a hands-on experience that covers meal planning, budgeting, and smart grocery shopping to help you prepare healthy, affordable meals. A […]
Wichita area Summer Camps & Summer Activites for Kids 2026
Are you looking for a Wichita summer camp for your child? We get many requests from parents for inexpensive summer camps in Wichita, so we’ve put together a list of resources for you to explore. Prices for Wichita Summer Camps vary, so we listed them all so you can pick what works best for your […]
FREE Summer Gym Membership: Planet Fitness Teen Summer Challenge
Planet Fitness just announced the return of its FREE Summer Pass for teens in high school. This has been a great summer program where teens can get a free gym membership. Starting June 1st, high school teens ages 14-19 can work out FREE all summer at participating Planet Fitness locations in Wichita and around the […]
Bank of America Museums on Us: Free Admission in Wichita
Bank of America offers a program called “Museum on Us,” and you can take advantage of this program in Wichita and receive free admission to three local attractions. Wichita residents can take advantage of this opportunity to explore history, nature, and aviation without spending a dime. If you’re a Bank of America, Merrill, or Bank […]
Birthday Freebies: What you can get for FREE
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 […]
Barn Sales, Flea Markets, and Shopping Events 2026
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 barn sales, craft and art fairs, vintage sales and artisan markets, and flea/antique markets in the Wichita area. Many of the local shopping […]
Salon Brands Tent Sale: East Wichita May 1 & 2, 2026
Stop by Salon Brands for a BEAUTY(ful) Tent Sale. This sale is the biggest deal of the year for salon-quality products in Wichita. Save up to 90% off shampoo, conditioner, styling products, nail polish, cosmetics, styling tools, and more! They will have all of your salon-quality products on major sale, so mark your calendars. This sale […]
The Ultimate List of Free 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 […]
Early bird Riverfest buttons on Sale in Wichita 2026
This year, Riverfest is happening in downtown Wichita, and you can now buy your button at a discounted rate. If you buy early, you can save $5 off an adult and youth button if you purchase now, through April 30th. Your button will give you access to all nine festival days, including Riverfest Music, Concerts, […]
Senior Wednesdays in Wichita
Senior Wednesdays in Wichita are fun, informative, and low-cost, if not free, activities in collaboration with various local venues. These events include a nice variety of activities for people 55 and up. Senior Wednesdays are an important activity for older adults in Wichita because they provide social engagement, lifelong learning, and entertainment at an affordable […]
Shop & Grub Wichita at Naftzger Park 2026
Shop and Grub is a monthly outdoor market in Wichita featuring local and out-of-town merchants, and it’s back this year. It is an all-ages event and is FREE to attend. This is a unique shopping and food market in Wichita. They typically have around 40 vendors from April through October. About Shop & Grub Wichita […]
Free Fries at McDonalds Every Friday in 2026
Free Fries Friday is back at McDonald’s. Get a free medium French fry with any $1 minimum purchase at McDonald’s on Fridays in 2026! 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 […]
Playing Across the Park: Wichita Symphony Free Concert
Musicians from the Wichita Symphony have partnered with Wichita Park & Recreation to bring you a FREE, family-friendly, all-ages event called Playing Across the Parks, and everyone is welcome. Musicians will play on April 25, 2026. Enjoy beautiful music with the entire family while you relax outdoors. You will be mesmerized by the Symphony musicians […]
Learn to Swim: Affordable Lessions & Swimming Scholarships
If you’ve been thinking about swim lessons in Wichita but weren’t sure about the cost, this is worth looking into. Wichita Park & Recreation offers already affordable swim lessons starting around $35, and I recently learned they also have scholarships that can make them completely free for qualifying families. Learning how to float, tread water, […]
Wichita Flea Market a Monthly Sale with Local & Regional Vendors 2026
The Wichita Flea Market is hosting a “Tour of Wichita.” Each show will be at a different location. This is a monthly Flea Market in and around Wichita, featuring over 200 local and regional vendors. Perfect for “one-stop” shopping. Shop locally through booths that include antiques, crafts, vintage items, collectibles, primitives, reclaimed items, comics, artwork, […]
Blood Orchard Vintage Market & South Side Food Truck Rally
The Blood Orchard Vintage Market and Southside Food Truck Rally have joined forces to create an extra special monthly event. These events are free to attend unless they are special events like Cheese Fest or Picklefest, in which case there might be an entry fee. Visitors are invited to the Vintage Market, held on the first […]
Wichita Detailing Co. Deal: 15% – 25% Off Through May 2026
Wichita on the Cheap has partnered with Wichita Detailing Co. to bring you a special DEAL ONLY for our followers. If you mention this article or Wichita on the Cheap, you will receive 15% off any mobile service or 25% off any drop-off service. I’m all about supporting local businesses, and I love a great […]
Kids Bowl Free, Grown-ups Bowl Cheap All Summer Long
When it’s too hot to play outside, bring the kids inside for free bowling this summer. Grown-ups get a special price too!