Wichita on the Cheap

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Free movie for grownups from AARP

Movies on the Cheap Wichita KS

AARP offers occasional free movie screenings in Wichita as part of its “Movies for Grownups” feature. This year, the free movie events are going virtual.  Movies for Grownups celebrates film and television that speak to the 50-plus audience. The free screenings are sometimes just for AARP members, and sometimes for the general public. You do, […]

Celebrate Freddy with 95¢ frozen custard

Freddy's Frozen Custard, Wichita KS

  Celebrating Freddy Simon’s birthday with a deal on frozen custard has been an annual tradition for Freddy’s Frozen Custard and Steakburgers for years now.  This year, the restaurant that is his namesake will remember him during his birthday week with 95-cent frozen custard from February 17-24, 2021.  Freddy lived to the age of 95! […]

Free trial of Disney+ via Kellogg’s offer

Kelloggs Disney+ deal

For kids of all ages, it doesn’t get much better than enjoying a big bowl of your favorite cereal, while watching your favorite cartoon, superhero flick or sci-fi adventure. And there’s no better choice than watching a movie or special from Disney’s vast catalog, which includes the worlds of Marvel, National Geographic, Pixar and Star […]

Kids Closet Connection children’s consignment sale

Children's consignment sale in Wichita KS - Kids Closet Connection

The Kids Closet Connection children’s consignment sale is back in Wichita from February 24-27, 2021 at the Wichita Hoops Sports Complex in east Wichita. It’s a HUGE sale, always FREE TO SHOP, and one you will not want to miss. This year looks like it will be even bigger than last year! Wednesday, February 24, […]

Whole Foods Valentine’s Day Deal: two dozen roses for $19.99

Valentines Day Roses from Whole Foods Wichita

Whole Foods Market and Amazon will celebrate Valentine’s Day by bringing back a special discount for Prime members on roses. Celebrate the holiday weekend by “bringing home some beauty with a Double Dozen Bunch of Roses, available for $19.99 for Prime members, regularly $29.99.” In the past, the deal has been available for in-store pickup […]

Friends University Winter Musical: Working

working-the-musical-at-friends-university

This weekend, Friends University will present a FREE musical, Working, which honors essential workers. It will be a free livestreamed production performed Feb. 4-6 at 7:30 p.m. and Feb. 7 at 2 p.m. Get your free tickets for the livestream performance here. Working is a musical about the hopes, dreams, difficulties and hardships of the […]

Kids Eat Free at McAlister’s Deli

Child enjoying free meal at mcalister's deli on valentines day with adult mom sitting near

  On Valentine’s Day, February 14, McAlister’s Deli has an offer that will help you share the love with your family. Purchase an adult entrée and get up to two FREE kids meals for children under 12 years of age. The free kids meals must be ordered from the McAlister’s kids’ menu. The Valentine’s Day […]

Friends University Black Artist Series

Friends University Black Artist Series

Friends University’s Music Theatre department celebrates Black History Month with the first ever Black Artist Series. Friends University will offer a series of FREE virtual guest lectures, masterclasses and workshops, that help participants gain an understanding of how African Americans express their art and also allows participants to walk away with new methods that they […]

Village Inn Pie Day deal

Village Inn Pie

Not to be confused with Pi Day (3/14), National Pie Day is on January 23, and Village Inn has a Pie Day deal to celebrate! Any way you slice it, Village Inn is known for its delicious fruit and cream pies. (They also offer many seasonal pies.) Yes, you can enjoy a slice at the […]

Quiznos offers cup of soup for just $1

Quiznos will bowl bargain hunters over with its National Soup Month deal. In addition to its popular toasted subs, the shop offers a variety of sides, including savory soups, to go along with its line-up of sandwiches. And, with this deal, you can grab a spoon and stir up big savings. From Jan. 17 to 23, all […]

Celebrate Kansas Day at Carriage Factory Art Gallery (Newton)

Kansas Day exhibit at Carriage Factory Art Gallery - Kansas through the eyes of an artist

Carriage Factory Art Gallery in Newton will be sharing “Kansas Through the Eyes of an Artist.” Kansas’ birthday is on January 29, and we celebrate Kansas Day on or around that day every year, so this gallery full of Kansas art lines up perfectly with the day to celebrate our beautiful state. Carriage Factory Art […]

Kansas Day at Kauffman Museum

Happy Kansas Day! On January 30, celebrate our state’s birthday with this free Kansas Day event at Kauffman Museum! This year’s theme is, “Cultural Crossroads: Our Stories, Our Foods” to celebrate Kansas’s vibrant community of makers. Kansas Day activities will be in-person AND online this year. At the museum and in the parking lot: Food […]

Starbucks offers healthy savings every Monday in January

Starbucks customers can start the year off on a healthy note by going vegetarian one day a week. Starbucks continues to offer more plant-based menu items across the globe, building on its ongoing  sustainability commitments and global aspirations to be a resource positive company. The café’s vegetarian breakfast sandwich or wraps are the perfect choice […]

Story Time with Santa

story time with Santa

Snuggle up and get ready for Christmas with Story Time with Santa. Santa will be reading a story on December 22, 2020 for anyone to watch online! The story will begin at 6 p.m. and last about 30 minutes. Santa will be reading ‘Twas the Night Before Christmas. Comment on the Facebook event for a […]

$5 admission to the Kansas Aviation Museum for 5 days

KAM Kansas Aviation Museum photos

The Kansas Aviation Museum will be a fun place to visit over the winter break– and with discounted admission it’s definitely an “on the cheap” activity!   From January 6-10, admission to the Kansas Aviation Museum will be just $5 for everyone ages 3 and up.  No other coupons or discounts can be applied to the […]

December Events at Crown Uptown Theatre

The Crown Uptown Theatre is a beautiful feature of Wichita. This theatre has been providing our community with entertainment since 1928, and it’s not stopping any time soon. The Crown Uptown has several affordable and fun events coming up that you can enjoy. To keep the entertainment available and to keep you safe, The Crown […]

McDonald’s offers holiday treat with Free Daily Deals for 11 days

Merry McDonald’s! The fast-food chain is unwrapping big savings for the holidays — for 11 days.  The chain is offering a twist on its celebrity orders program to bring some extra cheer to fans this holiday season. Starting Dec. 14, McDonald’s will be giving away the favorite menu items of classic holiday characters, including a […]

FREE budget-friendly cooking classes

Cooking ingredients including fresh fruits and veggies, produce, low-cost healthy food items

The Wichita YMCA will once again offer a series of adult cooking classes for parents and caregivers. These hands-on classes, called Cooking Matters, are focused on helping parents, pregnant women, or caregivers of kids learn how to make healthy, nutritious meals on a budget. It’s especially helpful for parents or caregivers from lower-income households because […]

Junior Pickleball Lessons at Chicken N Pickle

pickleball courts at night at Chicken N Pickle Wichita

Bust out of winter break boredom with Chicken N Pickle’s junior pickleball lessons. Open to ages 8-15, participants will learn everything they need to know about the fastest growing sport in America from a pickleball pro. Spots are limited to help maintain physical distance between players. Paddles and balls will be sanitized before and after […]

Skate with Buddy the Elf and the Grinch at the Wichita Ice Center

Buddy the Elf? I know him! I know him!! The Wichita Ice Center is going to be hosting a fun day this December for Wichita kids to skate with Buddy the Elf and the Grinch. Also see: Where to See Santa Claus in Wichita In addition to being able to skate with these characters, you’ll […]

Santa Drive Thru

  Go see Santa on December 20th from 11:30-3pm! This is an opportunity to snag your pic with the big guy & share your list from a safe distance. $5 minimum donation per car with all proceeds going to local Ronald McDonald House Chapter. Your professional pictures will be sent to you by December 22. […]

Free Pilates Lessons at Club Pilates in Bradley Fair

free pilates classes

December 10 – 13 you can participate in a FREE intro class at Club Pilates in Bradley Fair!  Pilates is a type of exercise made to help improve physical strength, flexibility, and posture.  From December 10 through December 13 you can test out Pilates at one of the FREE intro classes. Club Pilates is a […]

MADabolic Gym Tour

December 17 is your day to tour Wichita’s new gym. MADabolic is Wichita’s first strength-driven interval training concept. Learn more about this concept and this gym at their FREE opening night. The MAD & Mingle event is December 17, 2020 from 5 pm to 7pm. They will have food and beverages from Meddys of Wichita. […]

Ugly Sweater Skate Night at Chicken N Pickle

ugly sweater skating night at Chicken N Pickle

Head on over to Chicken N Pickle for an opportunity to ice skate and show off your ugliest Holiday sweater! Friday, December 18, 2020 join Chicken N Pickle, DJ Bearfoot, and other ugly sweater enthusiasts for a night of skating and prizes. All skaters who wear holiday sweaters will receive a spin on Chicken N […]

Nights Before Christmas Hutchinson Light Display

Christmas lights in Hutchinson

December 12-19 go for a drive and experience Christmas lights in Hutchinson! This year you can experience the Nights Before Christmas light display from the warmth and comfort of your car. Drive along the outside of the Hutchinson Zoo and see the light displays put on by several non-profit groups and the light displays from […]