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 Happening this Weekend
Best of Wichita on the Cheap
FREE things to do in Wichita for adults and kids
Is your budget tight like ours? Here is a list of creative ways to have a fun NO SPEND Weekend. This is a list we created to help you when your tired of doing the same old things every weekend. There are so many fun and FREE things to do in … [Read more...] about FREE things to do in Wichita for adults and kids
Wichita First Friday Art Show
The First Friday Art Crawl has been an ongoing free event in Wichita for years and years. The Art Crawl allows the public to enjoy art and light refreshments at art galleries, museums, restaurants, and other venues all over Wichita. Other … [Read more...] about Wichita First Friday Art Show
Outlet and Discount Stores in Wichita
You don't have to travel as far as Kansas City or Oklahoma to shop outlet malls for name-brand merchandise at bargain prices. Where to find the best shopping deals. Wichita outlet stores and off-price retailers offer deals that are as good … [Read more...] about Outlet and Discount Stores in Wichita
Barn sales, flea markets, and shopping events in and around Wichita
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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 2022 barn sales, craft and art fairs, vintage sales and artisan … [Read more...] about Barn sales, flea markets, and shopping events in and around Wichita
Wichita Trick or Treat and Fall Fun Events for Halloween 2022
Leave the tricks at home, you’re in for a treat! Below we have compiled the full list of all of the great places to take your family this October for a Halloween to remember for years to come! With traditional door-to-door trick or treating … [Read more...] about Wichita Trick or Treat and Fall Fun Events for Halloween 2022
Ballet of Wichita Free Performances in the Park
One of my favorite free events in Wichita every year is back for Fall 2022. Bring blankets and lawn chairs and enjoy the FREE Wichita Ballet in the Park again this year! The Wichita Ballet will perform a Tom Sawyer at various parks … [Read more...] about Ballet of Wichita Free Performances in the Park
Free Community Paper Shred Days in and around Wichita, KS
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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 Paper Shred Days in and around Wichita, KS
FREE Shakespeare in the Park 2022 in Wichita
The Wichita Shakespeare Company will perform Macbeth for Shakespeare in the Park this fall. Admission is FREE! Bring your blankets, lawn chairs, and bug spray to enjoy any of the nine performances that will be held at various parks … [Read more...] about FREE Shakespeare in the Park 2022 in Wichita
National Cinema Day Deals at Regal Warren, AMC and More
National Cinema Day Deals in Wichita, Kansas. Who what's to go to the theater this Labor Day weekend? Both Regal and Derby Plaza Theaters will be showing movies for only $3 on September 3rd, 2022. Regal Warren Theater See ANY movie … [Read more...] about National Cinema Day Deals at Regal Warren, AMC and More
Free gate admission with concert ticket purchase for Kansas State Fair
Unlike last year's Kansas State Fair promotional deal, now you can purchase a Grandstand concert ticket at ANY TIME and still get free gate admission on the day of the concert! The 2022 Kansas State Fair is September 9-18th. … [Read more...] about Free gate admission with concert ticket purchase for Kansas State Fair
Free and cheap things to do this week Wichita KS
A week goes by fast, doesn't it? Here is a new look ahead at free and cheap events and things to do in Wichita, KS this week. You'll find plenty to do "on the cheap" for both kids and adults here at Wichita on the Cheap. What follows is … [Read more...] about Free and cheap things to do this week Wichita KS
Wichita Trivia Nights
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 Wichita Trivia Nights
Farmers Markets in Wichita
Farmers Markets in Wichita and surrounding communities abound with locally grown fresh food, plants, honey, handmade items, and more. Some markets offer kids activities and live entertainment; all offer a great opportunity to meet your … [Read more...] about Farmers Markets in Wichita
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
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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
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
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
Wichita’s FREE Q-Line Trolley
Wichita Transit's free downtown Q-Line bus service has a whole new look. The Q-line in Wichita has been and still will be a great FREE way to get around downtown - it just won't keep the nostalgic trolley look. The NEW … [Read more...] about Wichita’s FREE Q-Line Trolley
The Wichita Explore Card – Save $2 on admission to many Wichita area attractions
One of our favorite Wichita "coupons" is back again this year! Get a discount on admission to several great Wichita-area attractions with the FREE Wichita Explore Card. If you plan to visit any Wichita museums or attractions … [Read more...] about The Wichita Explore Card – Save $2 on admission to many Wichita area attractions
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
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
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
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
Wichita Birthday Freebies for Kids
Birthday Freebies aren't just for grownups. Now kids can get in on the fun! Here are some of our favorite local and nationwide birthday freebies to sign your kids up for. Some of these are treats at restaurants, others are fun activities … [Read more...] about Wichita Birthday Freebies for Kids
