The annual Kechi Fair combines good old-fashioned small town fun with live entertainment, a street dance, fireworks, and more! This year it will be held on Saturday, June 25, 2022 at the park. A fair button covers the cost of almost … [Read more...] about Kechi Fair: Fun, food, fireworks, and fine arts
Date Night
Wichita Flea Market
The Wichita Flea Market Market is back again this month at The Farha Sports Center at the South Wichita YMCA! Enjoy the climate-controlled arena and “Shop Small” through booths that include antiques, crafts, vintage items, collectibles, … [Read more...] about Wichita Flea Market
Phlox: Fire + Dance
This is a must-see local show - and it's free! Wichita has a talented group of local performers who put on an amazing show combining dance and movement with fire. The group, called Phlox, will be performing regularly throughout the … [Read more...] about Phlox: Fire + Dance
Music Theatre Wichita shows
Get ready for the fantastic 2022 summer season of Music Theatre of Wichita shows. The season begins with Jersey Boys! This year, Capitol Federal Amphitheater in Andover's Central Park will host the MTWichita … [Read more...] about Music Theatre Wichita shows
Buy ICT Summer Market at Union Station
Buy ICT, Women Empowered Market, and Bringing It Black will host a summer market at the historic Union Station in Wichita this July. They shared the event information on Facebook: We’re BACK with another summer celebration … [Read more...] about Buy ICT Summer Market at Union Station
The Outpost at Cheney Lake grand opening
What was once the beloved West Side Bait Shop & Beer is now The Outpost at Cheney Lake. This is the shop where you go if you run out of something while camping on the southwest end of the lake. It looks like they're going to have … [Read more...] about The Outpost at Cheney Lake grand opening
Fun events at Chicken N Pickle
Have you been to Chicken N Pickle yet? It's a Wichita restaurant with fun built in! It's an indoor/outdoor entertainment venue and fast-casual restaurant that started in Kansas City. Wichita was its second location to open, and now they … [Read more...] about Fun events at Chicken N Pickle
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
Events at the Hopping Gnome Brewing Company
There is something irreplaceable about being a part of "the local scene." The Hopping Gnome Brewing Company is one of those local picks -- a one-of-a-kind, family-run spot that not only has high-caliber brews, but also serves up that comfy … [Read more...] about Events at the Hopping Gnome Brewing Company
Symphony of Spring, Friends University Singing Quakers
The Friends University Singing Quakers will present the Symphony of Spring concert featuring the theme Feelin’ Alright, April 22-24. The show has been a Wichita favorite for more than 50 years. Disney favorites, pop standards and … [Read more...] about Symphony of Spring, Friends University Singing Quakers
FREE admission: Tacos & Tequila
Everyone can get FREE admission to Tacos & Tequila which will be held at the Boathouse downtown this May. If you want a tequila-tasting ticket, be sure to get the $30 earlybird ticket as soon as possible. The tasting ticket … [Read more...] about FREE admission: Tacos & Tequila
Final Friday Party & Art Show at the Wichita Boathouse
The Wichita Boathouse will be the scene of a Final Friday Food Truck Party & Art Show event this month. Admission is FREE for all ages. They'll have local art, live music, food and drink trucks, door prizes, and more. Over 25 … [Read more...] about Final Friday Party & Art Show at the Wichita Boathouse
Party in the 060 (Haysville KS)
Haysville Recreation has a fun spring festival planned for April 23, 2022. Party in the 060 will be held in Riggs Park, Haysville and include many super fun activities. To participate in the Cornhole Tourney, Chili Cookoff, or … [Read more...] about Party in the 060 (Haysville KS)
Friends University Fine Arts performances
Friends University is jumping into a busy post-spring break schedule with upcoming performances listed below: University Community Orchestra March 29, 2022 at 7:30 p.m. Sebits Auditorium The Friends University Community … [Read more...] about Friends University Fine Arts performances
NCAAW Fan Fest at Naftzger Park
During the Women's basketball championship, NCAAW fans can get together to watch the tournament at Naftzger Park. On Saturday, March 26, 2022, Wichita Park and Recreation will host a NCAAW Fan Fest from noon to 8 p.m. at Naftzger Park in … [Read more...] about NCAAW Fan Fest at Naftzger Park
Shows at Flying Pig Improv
Flying Pig Improv in Wichita is a different kind of theater experience! "Improv is unscripted, fun, and exciting. Six skilled improvisers will take your suggestions and create games and scenes that have never been (and will never be) … [Read more...] about Shows at Flying Pig Improv
ICT Comic Con and Science Fiction Expo
The ICT Comic Con and Science Fiction Expo is super! And 2022 is their year! They'll have the Hulk (Lou Ferrigno) himself, Superman (Dean Cain), and wrestling legend Jerry "The King" Lawler! The organizers have announced their … [Read more...] about ICT Comic Con and Science Fiction Expo
National Margarita Day deals
Apparently there's some dissension about who started National Margarita Day, with multiple bartenders claiming to have started it. (If I knew for sure who did it, I'd ask them "Why February???") But any excuse for a celebration, … [Read more...] about National Margarita Day deals
Valentine’s Day Wichita events and deals
Valentine’s Day is all about being sweet to those you love, and Wichita certainly gives you lots of wonderful, more reasonably priced options for celebrating together. There are all kinds of ways to say I love you –and with this wide … [Read more...] about Valentine’s Day Wichita events and deals
Groupon promo code for extra 20% off
Getting a Groupon for a local place is already going to be a good deal, but you can get an even better deal when Groupons go on sale, like right now. You can take an extra percent off local Groupon deals using a promo code. These deals are … [Read more...] about Groupon promo code for extra 20% off
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
Augusta Theater upcoming events
If you like to see movies on the cheap, you're going to love the historic Augusta Theatre's lineup of coming attractions. The beautiful movie theater in Augusta, Kansas will be hosting a mix of classic and local films on the big screen … [Read more...] about Augusta Theater upcoming events
Andover Hometown Christmas this Thursday
Welcome Santa and enjoy fun activities for the whole family at the Andover Hometown Christmas celebration this December. The event WILL be held in 2021! The Andover Hometown Christmas holiday event will be held at Central Park on … [Read more...] about Andover Hometown Christmas this Thursday
Elf Interactive Film Screening at the Wichita Art Museum (21+)
If your holidays aren't complete without seeing the hit movie Elf featuring the comedic antics of Will Farrell, connect with WAM Contemporaries for this audience-participation film screening. It's only for ages 21 and over. On … [Read more...] about Elf Interactive Film Screening at the Wichita Art Museum (21+)
Midian Shrine Feztival of Trees
Midian Shrine’s annual Fezitval of Trees event will provide a fun walk through dozens of fully decorated Christmas trees on display, along with festive activities and swag packages to be raffled off. The 2021 Feztival of Trees will … [Read more...] about Midian Shrine Feztival of Trees