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Wichita Ice Center Discounts $2 Tuesdays

Wichita Ice Center $2 Tuesdays

The Wichita Ice Center is the place for indoor ice skating in Wichita. If you want to learn to ice skate or are looking for some activities in Wichita, this is the place to go.   $2 Tuesday is back! This deal is good from 7:30 – 9:30 pm for public skating. Remember that this price […]

Spears Restaurant in Wichita has FREE Pie Slice on Thursdays

Free Slice of Pie on Thursday's at Spears

Every Thursday, you can go to Spears Restaurant and Pie Shop and get a FREE slice of pie after you purchase any entree. Their pies are made fresh daily and typically have around 28 different kinds. They offer several traditional pies all year long but also some seasonal rotating pies, like a strawberry pie in […]

Wichita Restaurant Specials, day by day

Wichita Restaurant Specials

Wichita Restaurant Specials: Day by Day It’s been a long time coming, but if you’re wondering where to find dinner specials tonight, we have you covered! Here is our much-requested guide to daily Wichita restaurant specials. You’ll find food and drink deals for every day of the week, giving you lots of options for eating […]

The Arcade in Downtown Wichita

The Arcade in downtown Wichita is a nostalgic blast from the past, featuring classic video games and a laid-back atmosphere perfect for hanging out, playing, eating, and drinking. You pay one price and can stay all day and play as much as you want.  The Arcade is filled with games from 1980 and 1990. It […]

National Popcorn Day Freebies & Deals

National Popcorn Day Deals

National Popcorn Day is an annual celebration observed on Sunday, January 19th. We have some movie theater popcorn and Popconer deals happening in Wichita. This day is dedicated to honoring one of the most beloved and timeless snacks – popcorn. People celebrate National Popcorn Day by enjoying popcorn in various forms, whether it’s air-popped, microwave, […]

Cars for Charities Car Show in Wichita has FREE Admission for Kids

The Starbird-Devlin car show – now renamed Cars for Charities Rod & Custom Car Show- will be held this January in Wichita 2025. Kids 11 and younger get in free! The annual Wichita car show is a two-day event started by Darryl Starbird in 1957. It features award-winning show cars, hot rods, custom cars, motorcycles, restorations, […]

Wichita Ice Center: Indoor Ice Skating and Hockey in Wichita

Wichita Ice Center Ice Skating

Step into the Wichita Ice Center, your go-to hub for all things icy in Wichita, Kansas, since 1996! Whether you’re a seasoned skater or taking your first glides, we’ve got all the essentials to make your ice-skating experience unforgettable. Continue reading this article to see when you can skate for just $2. Their cutting-edge facility […]

Wichita Snow Glow Event: Sledding, Food Trucks and More

Wichita Park & Recreation is hosting a Snow Glow event at the Mid-America All-Indian Center again in 2025. It’s a night sledding event you’ll never forget, featuring an LED light show, firepits, food trucks, and snow provided by Snow Bros Snowmakers. This is a nighttime sledding event for the whole family. You bring the (non-metal) […]

Wichita Flea Market a Monthly Sale with Local & Regional Vendors

The Wichita Flea Market is doing a “Tour of Wichita”. Each show will be at different locations for 2025. This is a monthly Flea Market in and around Wichita with typically 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, […]

Orpheum Theater Film Series 2025

Here’s an experience you can’t get anywhere else, and it’s not too expensive. Wichita’s Orpheum Theater shows a classic film one Thursday night every month in its one-of-a-kind, beautifully renovated theater for $8 a ticket. The Orpheum Theater features beautiful and ornate architecture that reflects the style of the time it was built. We have […]

Ice Skating at Chicken N Pickle

Chicken N Pickle Ice Pond in Wichita

Chicken N Pickle ice skating rink in Wichita is open for your winter break fun! Grab your skates (or rent them there) and take a few turns around the pond. Don’t forget to bundle up with a warm coat, thick socks, and gloves! The Igloos are back! Two cozy igloos near the ice rink provide […]

Starlite Drive-In Outdoor Movie Theater 2025

Starlite Drive In Movie Theater

There is nothing like a night at a drive-in movie under the stars. Everyone loves the vintage atmosphere of drive-in movie theaters, and you can’t beat the price. Starlite outdoor movie theater in Wichita is a must for Date Nights, Family Nights, or really any occasion. This will be Starlite’s 72nd year. Going to the […]

Botanica Illuminations 2024: Light Show & Santa

Illuminations at Botanica

Botanica’s Illuminations is an annual tradition in Wichita, which fills the night sky with holiday lights (up to two million of them!) and Christmas music. In addition to the amazing displays, show, and carousel rides, Illuminations will have live carolers each night, hot cocoa and treats, and the opportunity to visit Santa. Illuminations Dates: November […]

How to Save Money at a Restaurant

How to Save Money at Restaurants

Are you looking for ways to save money while enjoying a night out at a restaurant? We’ve got you covered! We all experience those days when cooking feels like a chore, yet eating out can strain our wallets. It’s important never to overspend, and saving money requires some upfront thought. Here are some tips to […]

NuWay Specials

If you agree that “Crumbly is Good” (I do!), then you’re going to love NuWay deals. The hometown Wichita restaurant has been posting its specials on Facebook each month, so be sure to follow NuWay here.  The NuWay Facebook Specials should be valid at all locations but of course it’s always safest to ask before […]

The Best Christmas Lights in Wichita

Christmas Lights in Wichita

Find Christmas lights in Wichita, KS. This is a current list of Christmas light displays we love. Driving around looking at Wichita Christmas lights is not only a fun family tradition, it’s also really inexpensive (even after you factor in the price of gas)!

Christmas Pop-up Bars and Holiday Igloos in Wichita 2024

Have you checked out a pop-up bar or Igloo in Wichita this holiday season? There are many new options to help you get into a festive mood this Christmas.  Pop-up bars and holiday igloos often provide a unique and festive experience that contributes to their popularity. During holidays, these venues often embrace festive decorations, lighting, […]

Bradley Fair Holiday Stroll

Join in the fun at the festive events at Bradley Fair this holiday season in Wichita. Bradley Fair’s annual Christmas tree lighting 2024 looks like it will be a fun family event packed with activities, followed by four Sundays in December of the popular Bradley Fair Holiday Stroll. Bradley Fair Holiday Stroll on Sundays with […]

Exploration Place Extended Holiday Hours 2024

Exploration Place Open Late - Holiday Hours

Exploration Place is staying open until 8 pm from Thursday, December 19 through  January 4, 2025 (with the exception of Christmas Eve and Christmas Day). It’s a fantastic option for entertaining out-of-town family or keeping the kids engaged during their winter break from school. The wonderful aspect is that you can immerse yourself in a winter […]

Andover Hometown Christmas

Welcome Santa and enjoy fun activities for the whole family at the Andover Hometown Christmas celebration this December 2024. The Andover Hometown Christmas holiday event will be held at Central Park on Thursday, December 12 beginning at 5:30 p.m. Central Park will be transformed into a winter wonderland with luminaries lining the sidewalks, illuminated trees, […]

Local gift ideas for Wichita, KS

Wichita Augustino Brewing Company - original location

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 that have affordable gifts for everyone on your list. We’re back again with more local […]

Holiday Movies and Christmas Classics Films in Wichita 2024

‘Tis the season for Holiday Movies, timeless Christmas classics, and fantastic deals on movie ticket prices! If you’re in search of films to infuse that holiday spirit, look no further. We’ve curated a list of the finest movies playing in Wichita this festive season. Various theaters in Wichita are gearing up to showcase a mix […]

Elf Interactive Film Screening at the Wichita Art Museum (21+)

The Wichita Art Museum is hosting an interactive holiday movie again this year – Elf!  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. They will have theamed cocktails and a costume contest. It’s only for ages […]

Winter Wonderland Event at Naftzger Park: Free Event

Winter Wonderland at Naftzger Park

Winter Wonderland at Naftzger Park is a FREE event courtesy of Wichita Park & Recreation. It is the best FREE event with s’mores, Santa, hot cocoa, holiday lights, and more. This event is crafted to spread holiday joy throughout the community. Wander through the park while enjoying the brilliant lights and whimsical decorations. Immerse yourself […]

Victorian Christmas at Old Cowtown Museum

Victorian Christmas at Cowtown

Celebrate an old-fashioned holiday at Old Cowtown Museum’s Victorian Christmas event this season in Wichita. Stroll along lamp-lit, carol-filled streets, warm up with a cup of hot cocoa, and check out the Victorian dancers in the evenings on two weekends in December. Victorian Christmas has become a family tradition for many in the Wichita area. […]