Ice Skating at Chicken N Pickle
Chicken N Pickle ice skating rink in Wichita is now open! 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 the perfect spot to […]
Christmas Pop-up Bars and Holiday Igloos in Wichita 2025
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 offer unique, festive experiences, which contribute to their popularity. During holidays, these venues often feature festive decorations, lighting, and music […]
Black Friday Deals at Local Salon Brands 2025
Salon Brands is making it easier than ever to shop locally while saving big. Whether in-store or online, these Black Friday deals are the perfect way to check off your holiday shopping list. The local store is offering its biggest savings of the season through Cyber Monday. The local beauty retailer is pulling out all […]
City of Derby Christmas Tree Lighting
Within Wichita, we have the Bradley Fair tree lighting and the City of Wichita tree lighting. But our friends to the south will be lighting their city tree soon as well. The City of Derby tree lighting will take place on Thursday, November 20, 2025 at 6 p.m. What fun! The mayor will kick off […]
Merry & Bright: Wichita Mayor’s Tree Lighting at Union Station
The Mayor’s Christmas Tree Lighting will be at Union Station 2025, and it’s called Merry & Bright. This is a completely FREE event in Wichita, and there will be lots of holiday activities to get you into the Holiday Spirit! Union Station’s Merry & Bright event and Christmas tree lighting has become one of my […]
Ballet of Wichita Presents The Nutcracker at Century II
This December, Ballet Wichita will host another production of The Nutcracker. Embark on a captivating journey into a spellbinding realm inhabited by animated dancing dolls, playful mice engaging in daring tangos, and snowflakes that sparkle like a million stars. Brace yourself for the holiday season’s most eagerly anticipated event – the Nutcracker Ballet! Guided by […]
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. This is one of the many places where you can see Santa in Wichita. The Festival of Trees will be held on several […]
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 that have affordable gifts for everyone on your list. We’re back again with more local […]
Wichita Trick or Treat and Fall Fun Events for Halloween 2025
Happy Halloween! Here’s our big list of Trunk-or-Treat events and Trick-or-Treating around Wichita 2025 is ongoing. As always, we have the ultimate list of Halloween events for kids in Wichita for your Halloween fun! Below, we have compiled great family-friendly Halloween and fall fun places to take your family this October that the kids will […]
Free Halloween Displays to visit & Spooky Light Shows in Wichita
When I think of Halloween displays in Wichita, I first think of the College Hill neighborhood. It has been a family favorite for years and is known for being one of the best neighborhoods for Halloween decor. All over the neighborhood, houses take Halloween decorating to the extreme. The community spirit is strong, with many […]
Chicken N Pickle Halloween Dog Costume Contest
Dog Halloween costume contest at Chicken N Pickle. If you like dressing up your dog for Halloween, this is the perfect event to take them to. It’s FREE to attend. Bring your dog dressed up in costume to Chicken N Pickle. 10% of food and drink sales will go back to the Kansas Humane Society. […]
Halloween Movies & Show in Wichita 2025
Scare yourself silly this month with several classic (and new) horror movie screenings at various theatres around Wichita. Below is a list of Halloween-themed or scary movies and films that are guaranteed to keep you up at night. And if you like scary things, you’ll love our list of Haunted Houses and Halloween Attractions in […]
Halloween Events & Activites in Wichita 2025
We have compiled the ultimate list of Halloween events in Wichita, including haunted houses, Halloween movie events, pumpkin patches, fall attractions, trick-or-treat (and trunk-or-treat), pumpkin patches, night out events like parties and costume contests, spooky strolls, and more. Kids and family-friendly events get their own full page article: Trunk or Treats and Family-Friendly Halloween Fun […]
Starlite Drive In Scary Movies this Fall
Starlite Drive-In’s scary movies are back this year. It is definitely the best movie deal in town, not to mention a great Family Fall Event. The Starlite Drive-In in Wichita, KS, gives you the experience of going to an old-fashioned drive-in movie – something that many cities no longer offer – but with upgraded sound […]
Fall Events in Wichita 2025
There are so many things to do in Wichita this Fall. We have compiled a list of events happening and fall attractions in and around Wichita. Celebrate the changing of the leaves with some fall shopping, events, festivals, and more. It’s time for cozy sweaters, warm pumpkin-spiced drinks, and, best of all, Fall events. We […]
National Taco Day Deals in Wichita 2025
Cheap tacos and it’s not even Taco Tuesday? Yes, please! So whether you like your tacos soft or crunchy, with beef or chicken, here’s how you can save money on your south-of-the-border order. On National Taco Day, you can also visit local taco shops, food trucks, and Mexican restaurants to join in the celebration. Tacos are […]
Prost Octoberfest in Wichita
Prost will be hosting its annual Oktoberfest this Fall! This all-ages event is sure to be fun for the whole family. The staff is usually dressed in traditional German attire. During this event, you can enjoy dancing, imported German Wiehenstephan Fest Bier, games, and a German food festival. Oktoberfest is a famous annual festival that […]
Oktoberfests Events in Wichita
Oktoberfest is a famous celebration of all things German. We have a list of Oktoberfest events in Wichita to help you celebrate. From beer tastings to bratwurst, Wichita offers a variety of activities for people of all ages. There are so many Things to do this Fall and see in Wichita this September and October! So get […]
ICT Fest: A Wichita Music Festival
Musicians from across the country come together to play for hundreds of Wichita music lovers at ICT Fest. The annual music festival is held in Wichita each September. It features dozens of bands from all genres of music, including noise rock, punk, and minimal electronic. The best part is that this year it’s free to […]
National Cheeseburger Day & Burger Specials in Wichita
National Cheeseburger Day is coming up on September 18! On this day, many restaurants are offering free or discounted cheeseburgers. It’s the perfect time to indulge in a tasty deal, so don’t miss out! To help you celebrate, we’ve compiled a list of National Hamburger Day deals, ongoing burger specials around town, and some of […]
Apple and Peach Picking Around Wichita Kansas
Nothing says fall like apple picking in Wichita with your family at a local orchard. With all the city’s hustle and bustle, it’s important to switch things up with the family and get out and enjoy the fresh fall air! There are several great apple and peach orchards within short driving distance from Wichita, Kansas. […]
Dairy Queen Blizzards for 85 cents
Calling all ice cream lovers! For a limited time, Dairy Queen is running a big DEAL where their small Blizzards will be only .85 cents through the app. They are doing this to promote the debut of their Fall Treat Collection for 2025 and to keep the celebration of their 85th birthday going. See below […]
Sonic BOGO Free Hamburger Deal this September
Football season in Wichita just got a little tastier and a whole lot cheaper. All through September 2025, SONIC is offering a Buy One, Get One Free Double SONIC Smasher deal, available exclusively when you order through the SONIC App. That means you and a friend can enjoy bold, game-day flavor without blowing your budget. […]
Taste of Newton Fall Festival Free Event
The Taste of Newton is an annual event that brings the community to Newton, Kansas, to enjoy a culinary experience featuring food, local vendors, and more. Entry to Taste of Newton and to the Fall Festival is free, but you will have to purchase your food. The fall festival in Newton combines two very popular […]
Floatin’ on the River Kayak Events: Paddle & Dine
Summer is the perfect time of year to do some floatin’ on the river! In addition to its kayak rentals on the river, the City of Wichita Park & Recreation office will be offering a series of guided kayak floats along the Arkansas River this summer. This is your chance to paddle the Arkansas River […]