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Wichita Sky Kings Basketball Team at Koch Arena

Wichita SkyKings Basketball

The Wichita Sky Kings is a newer Pro TBL basketball team in Wichita, KS. They will be playing at Koch Arean at Wichita State University. Each game is more than just a Basketball game. They have other entertainment like DJs, guest celebrities, and sometimes mini-concerts at halftime.  It’s a fantastic blend of sports and entertainment! […]

FREE things to do in Wichita for adults and kids

Free Things to do in Wichita

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 you’re tired of doing the same old things every weekend. There are so many fun and FREE things to do in and around Wichita. Attend […]

Free Santa Event at Watson Park

Santa will be at OJ Watson Park in Wichita on December 22, 2023 for a FREE special event. Prepare for a dose of holiday magic as Santa Claus makes his way to town! We’re excited to extend a warm invitation to you and your family for our enchanting event at Watson Park this Friday, December […]

25 Days of Holiday Activities: Free & Cheap Events in Wichita

We’ve compiled a list of Wichita’s favorite FREE or Cheap holiday activities and events in our ’25 Days of Holiday Fun’ list. There is so much happening around town; this is only a little taste of what’s happening. You can visit our community calendar for the complete list. If you’re searching for budget-friendly entertainment with […]

Ultimate List of Holiday Events & Deals in Wichita: December

December Ultimate list of things to do in Wichita

We have made the ultimate list of deals and events in Wichita this December. This Holiday is filled with exciting events, Christmas movies, shopping deals, and Christmas light displays.   ‘Tis the season for Christmas cheer and fantastic deals! Dive into the festive spirit with our curated selection of Christmas deals and a sleigh-full of fun […]

Frozen Sing-Along at Exploration Place

Frozen Sing-Along at Exploration Place

Step into the enchanting world of Arendelle and join us for an experience filled with music, laughter and the heartwarming tale of sisters Elsa and Anna as we watch the beloved film Frozen on the big screen in Kemper Theater. Throughout the movie, there will be fun surprises, interactive cues, a special appearance by Olaf […]

Lights at Ability Point formerly known as Arc’s Lights on St. Paul

Ability Point Lights

Looking for a fantastic holiday light display to drive through? Unfortunately, after 27 years, the Lights at AbilityPoint is coming to an end. The last show was in 2023. Fulton Valley Farms has some of the former AbilityPoint lights and scheduled a give-back night on December 6 for the organization.   You’ll love this Wichita classic. […]

Hulu Black Friday deal: 99 cents per month for 12 months!

Hulu Black Friday

Wowza! The best deal on Hulu 2023 is happening NOW! New subscribers or eligible returning subscribers can get Hulu for only 99 cents per month for a year. This is the best streaming deal of the year.  For .99 per month you can get the basic Hulu subscription.  If you’ve been thinking about cutting cable […]

BOGO Film Series Passes at the Wichita Orpheum Theater

Orpheum BOGO Season Pass

Looking for a great gift idea for someone who loves classic movies? This one keeps on giving all year long, and with this BOGO free deal it’s super inexpensive. The Wichita Orpheum Theater offers classic films once per month throughout the year. These are generally on the third Thursday of every month and they always […]

Top Deals in November in Wichita

Top deals and events for November 2023 in Wichita. November is widely known for the Black Friday and Cyber Monday shopping events, where retailers offer significant discounts on various products, both in-store and online. We have a list of activities to get you and your loved ones out in the community. $3 Winter Wednesday at […]

First Fridays Under the Stars at Cowtown 2023

Cowtown Under the Stars

Here’s a unique opportunity to see Cowtown in a different light – and at a reduced admission price! Old Cowtown Museum will be open at night on First Fridays. Each month starting in April, they will feature all-ages entertainment and experiences. Admission is just $7 per person. You can catch a mini-melodrama by the Empire […]

Shocker Madness with Free Performance by Tech N9ne

Wichita State Athletics has announced Tech N9ne will headline this year’s Shocker Madness event set for Saturday, Oct. 7, at 6:00 p.m., inside Charles Koch Arena. This event is FREE!! Tech N9ne is the co-founder of Strange Music Inc., the number-one independent hip-hop label in the world. His signature rapid-fire “chopper” style has solidified him […]

Self-Service Kayak Stations: Discount from September 20-27

Kayak Self-Service Discount

We have a DEAL for Wichita on the Cheap followers at all of the self-service kayak stations in Wichita. We teamed up with Wichita Parks and Recreation to offer you this great deal to help celebrate National Family Day, which we are celebrating all week. Plus, this is a personal family favorite of ours, and […]

September Events at Botanica

September Events at Botanica

Welcome to a New Season at Botanica! Fall is quickly approaching, and Botanica has plenty for you to do and experience. This September don’t forget to squeeze in a final peek at their exhibit, “Dinosaurs Around the World: The Great Outdoors.” You can also celebrate the Monarch butterfly’s migration with student interactives and tours. Music […]

Ballet of Wichita Presents Thumbelina: Free Ballet in the Park

Ballet in the Park is one of my favorite FREE events in Wichita. Family-friendly performances are held in parks in Wichita and surrounding communities and feature a new production each year.  It’s a relaxed and casual atmosphere where those in attendance can meet and mingle with the dancers after the show.  Bring your blankets and […]

Monarch Butterfly Tagging at Quivira National Wildlife Refuge

Monarch Butterfly Tagging

Kansas is home to one of the few Monarch Butterfly “Super Stops” at Quivira National Wildlife Refuge near Stafford, KS. This is less than an hour and a half away from Wichita. Mid-to-late September is the perfect time to see Monarchs migrating through our region. If you go on September 16th, there will be a […]

National Cinema Day Deals at Regal Warren, AMC and More

National Cinema Day

National Cinema Day Deals in Wichita, Kansas. Get your popcorn and candy ready; it’s time to relax and capture some movie magic! This event is on Sunday, August 27, 2023. This is a great way to beat the heat and have a great time with friends and family.  Regal Warren Theater, AMC Theatre & Boulevard […]

Bowlero Northrock Lanes Bowling Deals

Northrock Lanes Bowling Wichita

Northrock Lanes in Wichita is our family favorite, and they have some deals to help when you are on a budget. Northrock is now a Bowlero Bowling alley and is the largest bowling center in Kansas, with 48 lanes. They host many professional men’s and women’s events, collegiate nationals, the US Open, and more. They […]

National Aviation Day is August 19: How to Celebrate

National Aviation Day August 19

Put on your aviator glasses because it’s almost National Aviation Day on August 19th! Let’s all celebrate the amazing contributions that aviation has made to our city. Honoring the advancements in aviation that have revolutionized the way we travel worldwide. Living in Wichita, aviation is something to be extra proud of – let’s pay tribute […]

Huff’n Puff Hot Air Balloon Rally in Topeka

Huff'n Puff Hot Air Balloon Rally

The annual Huff’n Puff hot air balloon rally is in Topeka, Kansas. Weather permitting, about twenty balloons will launch from Mount Home Ballon Field in the morning of September 10th and 11th, 2023, and on the evening of September 9th and 10th.  About Huff’n Puff Hot Air Ballon Rally: This event is in Topeka, Kansas. […]

Botanica the Wichita Gardens Summer & Fall Events

If you haven’t been to Botanica in a while, it’s about time to experience Wichita’s finest botanical attraction again. This Summer and Fall are full of events and programs at Botanica, bringing you a whole new experience every time you visit. These events are reoccurring, so you have plenty of time to visit Botanica.  In […]

End of Summer Events & Deals at Botanica

End of Summer Events and Deals at Botanica

Before the hustle and bustle of the school year begins, enjoy the last bit of summer at Botanica! Their calendar is full of fun events and unique programs, bringing you a whole new experience every time you visit. This August, don’t forget to squeeze in another peak at Botanica’s newest exhibit, “Dinosaurs Around the World: […]

Wichita Wind Surge FREE Games

Free Wichita Wind Surge Game

We love the Kansas Sunflower Summer Program and they are adding another fun perk to having the app. You can attend 2 FREE Wichita Wind Surge games.   Click HERE to learn more about the Kansas Sunflower Program.    FREE admission to the Sunday, June 25th OR Sunday, July 30th game! The Sunflower Summer provides […]

Summer Sol Fest Music and Art Festival

Summer Sol Fest

Summer Sol Fest is a Music and Art Festival that takes place at Hidden Lake Venue in Wichita, KS. This event is on July 22 & 23, 2023. Odd Fellow Hall is putting on this event.  Tickets for Sol Fest Wichita:  Genneral Admission is $25 Grants you access to the festival and all activities, excluding […]

National Day of the Cowboy Event at Cowtown

National Day of the Cowboy

Old Cowtown Museum in Wichita is celebrating the National Day of the Cowboy which is an annual celebration of the workers who created the American West and their impact on the history of Wichita. There will be demonstrations of the many skills that were required to do this tough, demanding and unpredictable work, including branding, […]