Kansas Aviation Museum Local Appreciation Event
Come explore the past, present, and future of aviation at the Kansas Aviation Museum this Memorial Weekend, Thursday, May 27 through Monday, May 31st, 2010. The KAM Local Appreciation celebration will include discounted admission of only $6 per person, food vendors, and games for the kids. Tour the museum and sit in the cockpit of […]
Kindle or No Kindle — Cheap e-Reading
I would like one of these but it’s not on my “need” or even my “splurge” list just yet. (BTW, that’s an affiliate link. If you use it to buy something at Amazon, I might get a small commission. Which I might save up and use to buy a Kindle. Anyway…) But there’s another way […]
Star Wars: In Concert Ticket Special
There are a limited number of seats left for Star Wars: In Concert at INTRUST Bank Arena this Saturday, and they’re all good. But here’s something that make them even better: They’re on sale! Buy three tickets at ANY price level and get one free. If my math is right, that means if you purchase […]
I Bike Douglas, Free Event for National Bike Month
The Douglas Design District, Wichita Downtown Development Corporation, and the Delano District are launching the “I Bike Douglas” movement with a day of activities and bike-related fun on Saturday, May 22, 2010. These events coincide with National Bike Month and Bike To Work week. (See the previous post for even more activities.) Here’s a brief […]
Congratulations to the winner of Star Wars in Concert Tickets
First let me say that all of the entries were so much fun to read. Wichita on the Cheap fans are hands-down the most fun people in town, don’t you agree? But in the end, one must be chosen. Since I’m no Jedi, and certainly don’t have the wisdom to declare one entry more worthy […]
Family 4-pack Discounts for Star Wars in Concert
With every giveaway, I look for something for those who didn’t win, to try (perhaps in vain) to make it all better. They aren’t as good as free, but you can get a discount on the Family 4-pack of tickets to Stars Wars in Concert. And, shhh! -don’t tell anyone I suggested this, but you […]
Moms Are Free at Sedgwick County Zoo
Related: The big BIG list of Mothers Day specials in Wichita And they also get free admission on Mother’s Day, May 9, 2010, when they’re accompanied by a paying child! 😀 For more information, visit the Sedgwick County Zoo calendar. Sedgwick County Zoo 5555 Zoo Blvd. 316-266-8386 Mother’s Day hours: 8:30 a.m. – 5:00 […]
Old Town Farmer’s Market
The Old Town Farmers Market is held Saturday mornings during spring, summer, and fall. You’ll find fresh locally grown produce, handmade and local goods, live entertainment, and activities for the kids. This is a really great way to spend a Saturday morning in the heart of Wichita. Admission is always free. The market is open from […]
Cheap Seats at PBR in Wichita
Friday night it’s time to put on your cowboy hats (or headgear of choice) and go see the Professional Bull Riders Association Invitational at INTRUST Bank Arena. Get group discounts for the pricier tickets–$4 off EACH ticket priced regularly at $82, $62 or $42–when you purchase 10 or more, or get a bird’s eye view […]
Free Outdoor Band Concert at Friends
The Friends University Concert Band will join the Senseney Music Community Band for an outdoor concert and old fashioned ice cream social to benefit Youth Horizons. Bring your blanket or lawn chair along with a little money for ice cream Sunday, May 2nd at 3 p.m. The concert will be in the Rose Window Plaza, which is […]
Free, 3rd Annual Orpheum Car Show
Get free admission to the 3rd annual Orpheum Car Show on Sunday, May 2nd, from 1-5 p.m. Classic cars, muscle cars, and antique cars will be on display and competing for top honors. (The “Best in Show” winner will automatically receive entry in the 2010 Black Top Nationals in August.) It should be a great […]
Discounts for Walking with Dinosaurs
It’s been great fun seeing the response to the Walking with Dinosaurs giveaway here at Wichita on the Cheap. I love reading the enthusiasm in all the entries, and you all have perfectly valid reasons to win! Except I’m not picking–I will leave that job up to the unfeeling, blank-hearted computers to randomly choose. And […]
Free Admission Loony Bin Comedy Club
Sunday night the Loony Bin Comedy Club is rocking the blues with D.C. Malone and Vinny from Sleepy Truckers. Admission is free, but call for reservations. Loony Bin Comedy Club 6140 East 21st Street Wichita, KS 67208 316-618-HAHA (4242) Free Admission: Sunday, March 28, 2010, 9 – 11 p.m. (You must have ID to enter, regardless […]
Congratulations to Melissa Smith!
She won 2 tickets to see Bon Jovi in concert from Wichita on the Cheap and INTRUST Bank Arena. Way to go, Melissa! Thanks to everyone who participated in the trivia contest. You all must be Bon Jovi experts, because everyone answered correctly. The winning entry was chosen at random as I explained in the […]
Free Tickets to KS Acoustic Arts Concert
Kansas Acoustic Arts Association is giving away 20 free tickets to its next concert featuring the Mudbugs and the Medicine River Boys March 18th at 7pm. Here’s how to get the free ticket: Be among the first to “Share” the Facebook post with your friends, or “Re-tweet” it on Twitter, then let them know you […]
Answer 5 questions, get entered to win 2 Tickets to Bon Jovi concert!
All you have to do is answer 5 questions correctly and you’ll be entered to win 2 tickets to see Bon Jovi in concert at INTRUST Bank Arena on March 11, 2010. So start thinking about who you’ll bring with you when you go to the Bon Jovi concert on Thursday night, and brush up […]
Free Jazz Series at Fisch Haus
The schedule for the 2010 Jazz Series at Fisch Haus has been announced. Four Tuesday nights in March: March 2 – Aaron Newton March 9 – Distortion Folk March 16 – Jared Brickman Trio March 23 – Kit Craig Doors open at 7:30 p.m. and concerts start at 8 p.m. The concerts are free and […]
See Plastic Musik perform live
Tonight at the CAC theater inside the Rhatigan Student Center on the WSU campus, see the unusual percussion group, Plastic Musik, perform live. Check out this YouTube video to see the kind of music they can make with plastic instruments–it’s really cool. YouTube Axel F (Crazy Frog) Plastic Musik Event Date: Monday, February 15, 2010 […]
Enter to Win a Family 4-pack of tickets to Sesame Street Live
The deadline for entries has come and gone, but you can still get discounted tickets to Sesame Street Live. Save $3 per ticket with a special code from Wichita on the Cheap.
Valentine’s Day Benefit Powwow
I just realized that I’ve never typed the word “powwow” before. Apparently, that really is how you spell it–no hyphens necessary. Anyway, this seems like a fun family event. The Mid-America All Indian Center is hosting its first-ever benefit powwow on Saturday, February 13. Admission is free, but donations will be accepted that will go […]
City Arts Artist Reception
Free Friday night event: View new gallery shows at the City Arts Artist Reception on Friday, January 8, from 5 – 8 p.m. Shows include “True to Form” by Susan and David Harmon, “Autumn Leaves” by Kathleen McCrea, and new works by Will Fathi.