Free Lunch Friday for National Bike to Work Day
Air up your tires and bike to work – and to a free lunch in downtown Wichita. Friday, May 18, 2012 is National Bike to Work Day. Celebrate with a free Jimmy John’s lunch from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Old Town Plaza in Wichita. You can find more information about the lunch, Bike […]
Free Admission for Military to Rolling Hills Wildlife Zoo on Armed Forces Day
Active-duty and retired members of the military and their families will receive free admission to Rolling Hills Wildlife Zoo in Salina on Saturday, May 19, 2012 in thanks for their service. The scheduled activities include Keeper Talks throughout the day, bounce houses for the kids, and souvenir photos. The zoo will be open from 9 […]
Free: Cinema Alfresco in Old Town
This is the 10th year for Cinema Alfresco, which features a free movie under the stars on Thursday nights at The Brickyard in Old Town. The movies chosen for this season all have “ten” somewhere in the title. Each full-length feature will be preceded by a Tallgrass Film Festival short film. Doors open at 6 […]
FREE: Opera on the Lake by the Wichita Grand Opera
You can enjoy a free performance by The Wichita Grand Opera this weekend at Opera on the Lake at Bradley Fair. A variety of performances will be featured, including opera and pop music. The event begins at 6:30 p.m. on Saturday, May 19, 2012. This event is free and open to the public. Bring blankets […]
Society of Decorative Painters Expo: Free Admission
If you’ve ever wanted to try your hand at painting, or if you’re already an artist, you’ll probably want to stop by the Society of Decorative Painters Expo in Wichita May 17-19, 2012. Admission is FREE. You’ll be able to watch demos, purchase supplies at a discount, and discover your inner artist with make-it/take-it projects. […]
Free Bike Tours in Downtown Wichita
I Bike Douglas is bringing back a popular event for Bike Month. On the afternoon of Saturday, May 19, 2012, all ages can participate in a free bike tour in downtown Wichita. Bring your camera! You’ll choose between three different tours: The Architectural Ride will explore the city’s architectural heritage along Douglas Avenue. The Heroes […]
KU Bicycle Safety Event Downtown
The KU Alumni Association will host “Wichita Hawks, Helmets & Handlebars,” a bicycle safety event for kids, at the WaterWalk in downtown Wichita. Kids who participate will receive a bicycle helmet and a signed certificate from Big Jay himself. A fire truck will also be on display from 9-10 a.m. You’ll need to register for […]
Free Admission for Military on Armed Forces Day at Rolling Hills Wildlife Zoo and Museum
On Saturday, May 19, 2012, Rolling Hills Wildlife Adventure will recognize Armed Forces Day with free admission to the zoo and wildlife museum for active and retired military and their immediate families. The day will be filled with wild activities throughout the park, including an inflatable obstacle course, bounce house, giraffe feeding, and “Keeper Encounters” […]
Free Concert: An Evening with Sara Swenson
Kansas City based singer-songwriter Sara Swenson will perform in Wichita on Sunday, May 13, 2012 at Cedar Pointe Baptist Church. She’ll be joined by local Christian artist Taylor Sibala. Here’s a bit about her from SaraSwenson.com: In addition to having a song featured on the season finale episode of ABC’s “Private Practice” last spring, Swenson […]
Free Bellamy Brothers Concert in Wichita
On Saturday, May 12, listeners of KWLS 107.9 get to attend a FREE Bellamy Brothers in Wichita at the Orpheum Theater! Pick up free tickets at sponsor locations in Wichita, Augusta, Derby, Douglass, El Dorado and more Kansas cities. Doors open at 6 p.m. and the concert starts at 7 p.m. And Ark City gets […]
“Share Our Culture” at Mid-America All-Indian Center
The Share Our Culture series at the Mid-America All-Indian Center is a series of free, informative lectures that celebrate Native American culture. These events are free and open to the public. The next three Share Our Culture lectures continue a series on powwows and the associated traditions. These presentations will increase visitors’ understanding and enjoyment […]
Perigee Moon on May 5, 2012 (Supermoon)
A “Supermoon” over Wichita might just provide some free family fun. This Saturday evening, the full moon coincides with perigee, the point in its orbit when it is closest to earth. “Super perigee moons are actually fairly common,” explains Dr. Tony Phillips in an article for Science@NASA. The 2012 Supermoon is getting plenty of press, […]
Save up to $17.50 per Ticket to Hank Williams Jr. Concert!
This is a one-day only special on tickets to see Hank Williams, Jr. in concert at INTRUST Bank Arena in Wichita on Saturday, May 19, 2012. You can save up to $17.50 per ticket tomorrow only when you use the special Cinco de Mayo promo code to purchase your tickets online or by phone. Use […]
Free Smoothie at Taco Bueno
Get a free smoothie at Taco Bueno for Cinco de Mayo. Visit one of the participating Taco Bueno locations in Wichita on Saturday, May 5, 2012 and they’ll give you a free 5 oz. Wild Berry smoothie, while supplies last. Wichita has three Taco Bueno restaurants, and there’s one in Hutchinson. 3530 North Rock Road […]
Cinco de Mayo at Nomar International Market in Wichita
Celebrate Cinco de Mayo at Nomar International Market this Saturday, May 5, 2012. Admission is free. The festivities begin at 2 p.m. with folkloric dancers and other entertainment, along with children’s activities. Later in the evening there will be more dancing and entertainment. (See the schedule below.) Vendors will sell food and wares at the […]
Singin’ in the Rain at the Orpheum
Thursday evening, April 26, enjoy the classic musical film Singin’ in the Rain with Gene Kelly on the big screen at the Wichita Orpheum theater. Tickets are only $5, or $4 for seniors, military, and students. The show starts at 7 p.m., but you might want to get there early for the chance to win tickets […]
Art and Music in the Heart of Newton
Enjoy the work of local musicians and artists while you shop Main Street in Newton on Thursday evening, April 21, 2016, 6-8 p.m. watch art demonstrations and enjoy special live musical performances by a variety of groups. See more at the Newton Chamber of Commerce website.
McDonald’s Tax Day: Quarter Pounder w/Cheese Deal
On Tax Day, April 17, 2012, at participating restaurants, you can get a McDonald’s Quarter Pounder with Cheese for 17¢ when you buy one at full price. I have heard that there are some participating restaurants in Wichita; however, you might want to call your nearest McDonald’s to confirm, because not all the local franchises […]
Low-Cost Small Business Workshops from the Kansas Small Business Development Center
In April the WSU Kansas Small Business Development Center continues to offer free and low-cost workshops for small business owners and entrepreneurs. April 2012 workshops at the KSBDC: Creating an Engaging Web Site – Tuesday, April 10, 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM, $20 Search Engine Optimization (SEO) – Wednesday, April 11, 1:00 PM – 3:00 […]
FREE Class Day at Butler County Community College
Go to college for free for one day; even the kids can go! Saturday, March 31st, 2012 is Butler County Community College’s Free Class Day, where you can sign up to learn all manner of short workshops for free. There’s a new and improved sign-up page at the Butler CC website, too. I like it […]
Get a FREE $2 Amazon MP3 Credit
I love these free credits from Amazon. Find a song(s) or an album you love, use your free Amazon MP3 credit, and $2 will be deducted from the total. (Yes, anything under $2 will be free! And the balance of your credit will remain in the account to be used toward other MP3 purchases until […]
FREE Earth Day Environmental Fair at the Sedgwick County Zoo
Rats, you missed it! Get the Wichita on the Cheap daily email newsletter so you never have to miss another deal. On Thursday, April 19, the Sedgwick County Zoo opens its doors free-of-charge once again for Earth Day Kansas, a free environmental fair at the Sedgwick County Zoo. Activities designed for third- through fifth-graders will […]
CreativeRush Event
Join other talented people in Wichita to get some real-life social networking and learning at the April CreativeRush event. Featured local panelists Curt Clonts, Tanya Tandoc, Beth Golay, David Murano and Linda K. Robinson will discuss “their journeys and experience of balancing art/life/work/play, changing projects and even changing creative fields.” The doors will open at […]
Upcoming FREE Severe Weather Safety Classes
Sedgwick County Emergency Management offers residents of Sedgwick County free Severe Weather Safety Classes that were developed by the National Weather Service. Here’s a brief description from SedgwickCounty.org: These classes are designed to teach attendees the basics of thunderstorm development, storm structures and features, where to find them, and how to stay safe from them. […]
Free Business Forum at WSU
The WSU Center for Entrepreneurship will offer its final spring Forum Series talk on Thursday, April 5, 2012. “From Employee to Employer” will feature local business owners, Ron Greiving of Haysville Rental Center, Mike Relihan of Bullseye Shooting Range, and Kevin Swinicki of GoRun Wichita. The panel will discuss what motivated them to make the change […]