Free: Art on the Trail
The trails of Chisholm Creek Park will be even more interesting than usual this Saturday, October 8. Plein air (open air) artists will set up to work along the trails between 10 a.m. and 3 p.m. during the Great Plains Nature Center’s ‘Art on the Trail’ event. There’s no admission charge. Refreshments will be served […]
Free Watercolor Demonstration at Wichita Center for the Arts
This Saturday, October 8, world-class watercolor artist Frank Webb will demonstrate his watercolor techniques at Wichita Center for the Arts. Admission is free. The event begins at 1 p.m. For more information, call the Center at 634-2787. Watercolor Demonstration Date: Saturday, October 8, 2011 Time: 1 p.m. Location: Wichita Center for the Arts, 9002 E. […]
How to Get Free Shipping from Walmart.com
This is actually really cool. I live close to a Walmart (who doesn’t?), but occasionally I want to use a discount I can only get online, or there are products that aren’t carried in my local store. Although Walmart already has free Site-to-Store shipping and an option to order online and pick up in the […]
More Free Halloween Crafts to Download
I know it isn’t even October yet, but these just seem to keep finding their way to me! And when it comes to seasonal crafts, it helps to have them ready ahead of time. Some of these will be great for fall parties at school. You can download a Free eBook: 11 Easy Halloween Craft […]
FREE Pop-Up Pumpkin Paper Craft
Another cute paper craft freebie: Download the pattern for this cute free pumpkin pop-up craft. This is the kind of thing that even the bigger kids like to make and give to their friends on the bus or at school. (Have you seen the incredible duct-tape jewelry and wallets kids are making?) You’ll need a […]
Free Downloadable Paper Cities
I found out about this from Money Saving Mom, and I’ll definitely be downloading them. MadebyJoel offers free downloads of paper cities, like the Paris cityscape you see in the picture. Print and then cut them out for your kids (or for you, when the kids are not looking) to play with. Paris Paper City […]
Time for FREE Pumpkin Carving Patterns Again!
Once you’ve visited the pumpkin patch, it’s time to decide what you’ll carve into your pumpkin! I’ve found a huge variety of FREE pumpkin carving patterns you can print and use to make the best jack-o-lanterns on the block. The Pumpkin Lady used to sell patterns for carving pumpkins (they’re amazing), but now it seems […]
Green Acres Market FREE Tasting Fair
If you’ve been looking to make the health- or natural-food plunge but aren’t sure if you’ll like it, visit Green Acres Market Saturday between 11 a.m. and 3 p.m. for the 18th annual Tasting Fair. Admission is free and you’ll be able to sample new products and old favorites from local and national producers. Green […]
FREE Play Day at O.J. Watson Park
The Wichita Parks and Recreation Department will hold its 3rd annual Play Day this year on Saturday, September 17, 2011 at O.J. Watson Park. Enjoy some time playing together as a family, with kayaking or canoeing, parachute games, Frisbees, pedal boats, mini golf, music and more available from 1-4 p.m. at this free event. Wichita […]
Ask The Readers: What Are the Top 5 Free Things to Do in Wichita?
Wichita is known for being an affordable place to live with great quality of life for residents. And it’s true: some of the best things to do in Wichita are completely free! I’ve been asking readers for suggestions on the Top 5 Free Things to Do in Wichita, and I’d like to ask you the […]
Riders in the Sky Concert – BOGO Tickets!
If you’ve been looking for a cheaper way to go to the Riders In The Sky concert at the Orpheum on Friday, August 19, this is it: Purchase tickets through SelectaSeat.com and use the code BOGO to get one of them FREE. This offer is good for ALL price levels! The offer is valid from […]
Free: Acoustic Arts in the Park
On Saturday, Acoustic Arts in the Park will feature live music from Craig Steward; Stumpwater; Kings of the Earth. Find them in Central Riverside Park, just north of the zoo, between 11 a.m. and 2 p.m., August 13th, 2011. The concerts, presented by the Kansas Acoustic Arts Association, are free and open to the public. […]
2011 Wichita Flight Festival
It’s Flight Festival time again! The 2011 Wichita Flight Festival will be held August 20th and 21st at Jabara Airport on North Webb Road. The air show will include acts from around the nation, a kid’s zone, food vendors, radio-controlled demonstrations, and more. All daytime activities are free! Admission to the Twilight Air Show and Concert […]
SavingStar Digital Coupons
You’ll want to know about this. SavingStar coupons are a bit different from ordinary digital coupons. You might be familiar with the concept because of sites like Ebates and Upromise. Instead of taking your discount off at the register, the value of the coupons you use accumulate in your SavingStar account until you reach $5 in […]
Save $1 off Milk with Coupon by Mail
The “got milk?” folks are offering a $1 off any size, any brand milk coupon by mail. Just follow that link and fill out the form. Here’s the fine print: “While supplies last. Offer limited to one (1) per person, email or household. Must be 18 years or older. Please allow us 6 to 8 […]
Discount Groceries from Prairie Land Food
Several readers have praised Prairie Land Food as a great way to save money on groceries. The non-profit organization is based here in Kansas. Its primary mission is to offer quality food at lower-than-retail prices. Each month, Prairie Land Food sells packages that generally include a selection of meat and produce along with a small […]
We have winners!
The winners of the drawing for free tickets to a Wichita Community Theater performance have been notified by email! If you subscribe to posts from Wichita on the Cheap, please check your inboxes! 🙂 The emails were sent to the address you used to subscribe. Not a subscriber? Sign up now. It’s free! BIG thanks […]
Win Free Tickets to Wichita Community Theater!
The Wichita Community Theater is wrapping up its 65th season with Shakespeare in Hollywood, which just opened Thursday night. This could be a fun date night or girls’ night out. Would you like to go for free? Enter to win two tickets to see any performance, any show by the Wichita Community Theater. How to […]
25-cent Book Sale at the DAV Thrift Store
Thanks to Linda for the tip! Pay a quarter for any book — hardcover, paperback, for kids or adults — at the 25-cent Book Sale at the DAV Thrift Store on North Mosley this Saturday. The DAV 25-cent book sale happens the third Saturday of every month. Date: Saturday July 16, 2011 Time: 8:00 am […]
Reminder: Go Use Your Harvey County Plus Coupons
The Harvey County Plus website lists some of the same coupons that are in the print magazine. If you live, work, or play in Newton, Hesston, Halstead or other Harvey County cities you will want to check them out. Right now most of the current coupons at Harvey County Plus are set to expire at […]
g2g Outside Fishing Clinic at the Great Plains Nature Center
Cast away the cares of the day and fish with your kids. G2G Outside will be at the Great Plains Nature Center for a free fishing clinic on Wednesday, August 3 from 6:30-8 p.m. A cane pole and worms will be provided for participants. Parents will also get a demonstration on how to clean and […]
Enjoy the new Downing Children’s Garden at Botanica on the Cheap!
The new children’s garden at Botanica is a pretty exciting addition that definitely calls for a visit. Here are a couple of ideas for fun, affordable days out with the family, enjoying the new garden! $3 THURSDAY- Every Thursday, admission to Botanica is only $3 per person. This includes admission to the all-new Downing Children’s […]
Deals from KGB Deals: Mineral Makeup, Organic Baby Clothes, 2 Nights in Vegas, Cell Accessories, More…
KGB Deals has several deals today that are worth taking a look at. Get a 20-page photo book from PhotoBin.com for only $10. I can’t speak to the quality or service from PhotoBin because I haven’t used them, but $10 is really a good price. Standard shipping adds $5.95. Spend 2 nights in Vegas with […]
Half-Price BBQ Buffet at Bubba’s Nekkid BBQ
If you missed it the last time it was offered on another daily deal site, pick up a certificate for two BBQ Lunch Buffets at Bubba’s Nekkid BBQ at Groupigg today for only $10. (Lunch buffet is available only Tues-Fri from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Thanks to Lindsay on Facebook for reminding us to […]
Get Motivated Seminar only $1.95
The Get Motivated seminar is back in Wichita this year, at the INTRUST Bank Arena this time with a satellite location at the Century II Convention Center, on July 26, 2011. Tickets are ONLY $1.95 or under $10 for your whole group! Considering the line-up of speakers, that’s a crazy price. It’s also only available […]