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Non-Toy Gift Ideas for Kids and Families

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Toys, toys, toys.  My home is full of toys. Cars and trucks, baby dolls, books, stuffed animals, play clothes, toy dishes, building blocks, and more. You name it, we probably have it. It's not that we don't purge on a regular … [Read more...] about Non-Toy Gift Ideas for Kids and Families

Craft Shows and Holiday Markets

Our list of fall and holiday craft fairs and markets is sponsored by the Wichita Flea Market! Find them at Kansas Star Arena and shop or rent a booth to sell your wares.

Shop for one-of-a-kind gifts and handmade items at these upcoming fall bazaars, Christmas craft fairs, open houses, artisan markets and other holiday shopping events in and around Wichita. Local artists and crafters have been hard at … [Read more...] about Craft Shows and Holiday Markets

Barn sales, flea markets, and shopping events in and around Wichita

This post is sponsored by the Wichita Flea Market held monthly throughout the year!

Is it handmade? Secondhand? Covered with dust or restored with care? Those are the things we want to see for sale at the markets in this list. Here's our updated list of 2021 barn sales, craft and art fairs, vintage sales and artisan … [Read more...] about Barn sales, flea markets, and shopping events in and around Wichita

2021 Citywide and Neighborhood Garage Sales

Here's our list of 2021 Wichita-area neighborhood and citywide garage sales, which we'll be updating on a weekly basis. If you haven't yet, subscribe to Wichita on the Cheap by email so you get the notification when each month's new sales … [Read more...] about 2021 Citywide and Neighborhood Garage Sales

Outlet Stores in Wichita (and Off-Price Retailers)

You don't have to travel as far as Kansas City or Oklahoma to shop outlet malls for name-brand merchandise at bargain prices. Wichita outlet stores and off-price retailers offer deals that are as good or better, and you'll save money on gas … [Read more...] about Outlet Stores in Wichita (and Off-Price Retailers)

2nd Saturday Shopping Event in Wichita

Save big at your favorite local retailers and restaurants in central Wichita. On the second Saturday of every month, local Wichita businesses in the Delano, Downtown, and Douglas Design districts offer special bargains and discounts … [Read more...] about 2nd Saturday Shopping Event in Wichita

Farmers Markets in Wichita

Farmers Markets in Wichita and surrounding communities abound with locally grown fresh food, plants, honey, handmade items, and more. Note: This list has not been completely updated for 2021. Generally markets in the Wichita area open in … [Read more...] about Farmers Markets in Wichita

Black Friday Shopping Tips

It's the bargain-hunter's busiest time of the year! With so many of us watching our spending these days, Black Friday has become almost as much of a holiday as Thanksgiving. And if you don’t want to venture out into the cold and snow … [Read more...] about Black Friday Shopping Tips

Thrift Stores and Consignment Shops in Wichita, KS

Secondhand shopping is one of the best ways to stretch the style budget for yourself and your family. Consignment stores focus on high-quality items with low wear and tear. You’ll be astounded at what you can find for half price even … [Read more...] about Thrift Stores and Consignment Shops in Wichita, KS

Seriously great local gifts for under $20

Have you ever found yourself standing in front of the "gifts" aisle at the big box store wondering how many cocoa mug sets or neck pillows your child's teacher might get this year? Yeah, me neither. *wink wink* But when your list looks … [Read more...] about Seriously great local gifts for under $20

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