Local gift ideas for Wichita, KS
It’s the thought that counts, and for many Wichitans, shopping local is part of what makes a gift thoughtful and intentional. For several years now, Wichita on the Cheap has endeavored to help with that by showcasing local small businesses that have affordable gifts for everyone on your list. We’re back again with more local […]
Kansas Aviation Museum: Little Aviators
Wichita has a museum that’s particularly fitting for The Air Capital of the World, and one highlight offered by the Kansas Aviation Museum is their weekly kids’ program, where children can enjoy FREE admission. Keep reading for all the details! The Kansas Aviation Museum, in Wichita, Kansas, is an excellent destination for people of all […]
Mini Used Book Sale at the Wichita Art Museum
The Wichita Art Museum book sale is back and will occur throughout the year. Admission is FREE, but bring some money to purchase books. The Friends of the Wichita Art Museum puts on this event. The Used Book Sale at the Wichita Art Museum is always exciting, offering fantastic deals on a wide range of […]
“Evolve” with the City of Wichita’s Activities Guide: Fall 2025
Do you want to find a hobby, pick up another career skill, improve your fitness or help your kids learn something new? Maybe you’d like to make some friends who share your interests? The City of Wichita’s Evolve activities guide is your answer! Hard copies of the activity guide are available at CityArts, City Hall, […]
Exploration Place Newest Traveling Exhibit: Ice Dinosaurs
Exploration Place is Wichita’s premier science museum, offering an ever-changing lineup of exhibits that keep visitors coming back for more. This interactive museum brings hands-on learning experiences to life, making it a favorite destination for families, science lovers, and curious minds of all ages. One of the highlights of Exploration Place is its rotating traveling […]
Wichita Trick or Treat and Fall Fun Events for Halloween 2025
Happy Halloween! Here’s our big list of Trunk-or-Treat events and Trick-or-Treating around Wichita 2025 is ongoing. As always, we have the ultimate list of Halloween events for kids in Wichita for your Halloween fun! Below, we have compiled great family-friendly Halloween and fall fun places to take your family this October that the kids will […]
Storytime at Naftzger Park in Downtown Wichita
Storytime in the Park is FREE at Naftzger Park in downtown Wichita. Read along with stories on the big screen and enjoy music, snacks, free books, and an activity for the kids. Admission is FREE, and this event is open to the public. Storytime Village helps put on these storytimes with Wichita Parks & Recreation. They […]
Free Cooking Classes from the YMCA Wichita
The Greater Wichita YMCA offers free Cooking Matters classes for parents or caregivers, and you don’t have to be a YMCA member to participate! In the Cooking Matters class for parents or caregivers, you’ll enjoy a hands-on experience that teaches meal planning, budgeting, and smart grocery shopping for healthy, affordable meals. A guided grocery store […]
Senior Wednesdays in Wichita
Senior Wednesdays in Wichita are fun, informative, and low-cost, if not free, activities in collaboration with various local venues. These events include a nice variety of activities for people 55 and up. Senior Wednesdays are an important activity for older adults in Wichita because they provide social engagement, lifelong learning, and entertainment at an affordable […]
Exploration Place BOOfest: Halloween Event in Wichita 2025
Don’t miss out on all the spooktacular Halloween fun at Exploration Place in Wichita! They are hosting BOOfest again this year, which is a family favorite of ours. Enjoy trick-or-treating through the exhibits, play exciting Halloween games, dive into hands-on science experiments, and more. This is a great Halloween Event for all ages and will […]
Tallgrass Film Festival
The Tallgrass Film Festival in Wichita has been called one of the best “under-the-radar film festivals in America” and an “undiscovered gem” by national media. Filmmakers from around the world participate. This year’s festival is in downtown Wichita, October 16 – 19, 2025. This “stubbornly independent” film festival showcases films you might not otherwise see […]
She Soicals: Wichita Dating Event
For many Wichita singles, dating apps have become an endless scroll that rarely leads to a real connection. That’s where She Socials – Where Connections Happen comes in, bringing dating back to real life with curated speed dating events for career-driven, drama-free singles who are ready to meet genuine people face-to-face in Wichita. She Socials […]
Crave Foodie Fair at Mark Arts: Culinary Festival
Crave is a foodie’s dream, and it’s a five-day festival right here in Wichita at Mark Arts. Local culinary experts will lead various culinary and libation workshops. The foodie fair is probably the most popular, where guests can sample food from local foodie fair vendors. Crave Culinary Festival will be September 16 – 20, 2025. […]
Girls in Aviation Day Free Event: Kansas Aviation Musuem
Girls in Aviation Day at the Kansas Aviation Museum. Mark your calendars for a special event at the Kansas Aviation Museum, and it’s free! On Saturday, September 20, 2025, from 9 a.m. to noon, families are invited to celebrate Girls in Aviation Day, a free event designed to inspire the next generation of aviators, engineers, […]
Monarch Migration in Wichita this September
Every year, thousands of Monarch butterflies take flight on a remarkable journey, leaving the United States and migrating to the mountains of central Mexico. This remarkable migration usually passes through Wichita in early September, with the butterflies traveling up to 3,000 miles in search of warmer climates. The best part is that it’s FREE—just keep […]
Mark Arts Classes & Galleries in Wichita
Mark Arts in East Wichita regularly features free art exhibitions that are open to the public Tuesday through Saturday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., and they offer a wide variety of classes for youth and adults. Visiting the museum is fun and free in Wichita, or consider picking up a new hobby by taking […]
Advanced Learning Library in Downtown Wichita
The Advanced Learning Library at 711 W. 2nd Street in Wichita replaced the old Central Branch location. This library is a great addition to Downtown Wichita, with neat indoor and outdoor spaces. It has cool new features that will make this library a place for the community to gather and collaborate. Although the library looks […]
Night at Cowboy Camp at Cowtown
Here’s a fun item for your summer agenda before the kids go back to school! Cowtown Wichita has an event called Night at Cowboy Camp. The price includes dinner, unique activities, and an evening learning how to be a Cowboy. This event is recommended for kids ages 4-12. It’s a fundraiser for the museum that’s […]
Sunflower Summer App 2025- Free Admission to Kansas Attractions
The Sunflower Summer App provides various ways for families to get out, explore something new, and enjoy time together. Kansas families can visit museums, zoos, historic landmarks, and more for FREE! YES, You can visit attractions around KANSAS for FREE!!! The Sunflower Summer Program benefits Kansas families with school-aged children, encouraging them to explore and […]
Carousel Skate Roller Skating: Deals and Discounts
Carousel Skate Center is a popular roller skating rink located in Wichita, Kansas. It has been a staple in the community, providing a fun and safe environment for roller skating enthusiasts of all ages. Below we have the inside info on when Carousel Skate has the best deals and cheapest time to skate. The rink […]
New Market Square Free Kids Summer Series
The New Market Square free Summer kids series is happening this year in Wichita! New Market is more than just a place to shop; they are hosting some fun Summer Kids Events. If you aren’t familiar with New Market, it’s a large shopping area located at 2441 N. Maize Road, between 21st and 29th streets. […]
Moonlit Mania at Great Plains Nature Center: Free Event
The Great Plains Nature Center welcomes the community to a FREE event called Moonlit Mania, where, for one night only, they will be open late. Grab your flashlight and join them for a night of exploration under the stars! Explore the park by moonlight from 9 pm-11 pm, just as our favorite nocturnal creatures do! […]
Lowe’s Kids Free Workshops
Lowes offers a free kids’ workshop on one Saturday a month. In these workshops, kids participate in a hands-on building project, which is a great way to spend time together, learn to build, and boost creativity. To attend Lowe’s free kids’ workshops, register in advance to reserve your spot. If you forget to sign up, […]
Free Activities on Wednesdays at Botanica: Wonder Wednesdays
Botanica is hosting different special activities on Wednesdays from April to October. The best part is that the activities are FREE with general admission. Wonder Wednesdays are geared toward children pre-K and under, but all ages are welcome. Once you enter Botanica, the front desk will have more information for each Wonder Wednesday. All of […]
READiculous Book Sale at Wichita Art Museum
Friends of the Wichita Art Museum is hosting another READiculas Book Sale on June 13 – 15, 2025. If you haven’t attended one of these, you must. The best part is it’s FREE to attend and includes general admission to the museum. Of course, you must bring money for the book sale. The READiculous Book […]