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Orie’s Garlic Fest at Public at Brickyard

Calling all garlic lovers!  This is sure to be a pungent festival! Orie’s Farm Fresh will be hosting its annual Garlic Fest this year on Sunday, September 8, 2024. This event is in Downtown Wichita and is FREE to attend. Orie’s is an urban farm with a variety of local Kansas grown and raised produce […]

Prost Octoberfest in Wichita

Prost will be hosting its annual Oktoberfest this Fall! This all-ages event is sure to be fun for the whole family. The staff is usually dressed in traditional German attire. During this three-day event, there will be dancing, imported German Wiehenstephan Fest Bier, games, and a German food festival. You will need a ticket to […]

Kansas State Fair General Info

Kansas State Fair Info

When is the Kansas State Fair this year? It is September 6 – 15, 2024, in Hutchinson, Kansas. These ten days are packed with fun for all ages. This fair is the largest single event in Kansas and annually attracts approximately 350,000 people. You can enjoy mouthwatering food, live music, agricultural exhibits, and more. The […]

Wendy’s Halloween Coupon Book for $1

Wendy's Halloween Boo Books advertisement depicting 5 Frosty Jr. and the offer text showing that for $1, you get a booklet of 5 coupons

According to its website, Wendy’s is bringing back this popular Halloween freebie as of September 2024! Woo hoo! We can treat our trick-or-treaters with free kid-size Frostys again this year because Wendy’s is offering its deal on Halloween coupon books, aka “Wendy’s Boo! Books.” Incredibly, the deal has not shrink-flated. For just $1, you still […]

Wichita Asian Festival at Century II

The annual Wichita Asian Festival will be held Saturday, October 12, 2024 at the Century II Convention Center.  The festival celebrates the culture and customs of Asia with stage presentations, authentic food, and wares from about 15 different Asian countries. The Asian festival in Wichita attracts crowds in the neighborhood of 10,000 people, along with […]

Kids Eat Free and Cheap in Wichita

Kids Eat Free and Cheap in Wichita

Nowadays, for most families, going out to dinner is a decision based on how much money is in the budget. Wouldn’t you love a convenient list compiled of local Wichita kids eat free (or cheap) deals? We tracked down some of the most budget-friendly and kid-friendly restaurants in Wichita, KS here in this list. Keep […]

Nomar Eatz Foodie Event in Nomar Plaza Wichita

Nomar Eatz is a FREE event that highlights local foods. It is an outdoor celebration of local foodies, food trucks, caterers, packaged goods vendors, and produce sellers. This event is free to attend but you will want to come hungry and bring cash for food. Normar Eats aims to create a unique and heartfelt event […]

Wichita Wagonmasters Chili Cookoff

Who had the chili? It’s not just a block party, it’s a three-block party in downtown Wichita! Tasting kits for the Wichita Wagonmasters Chili Cookoff are just $5 each. Public tasting begins at noon.

LatinFest ICT

Latin Fest ICT is when Wichita will celebrate LatinFest in Old Town Plaza! Mark your calendars for September 21, 2024 for this years event. Latinfest-ICT is a cultural enrichment experience. They’ll have authentic Latino food vendors, live performances, two live bands, exhibitions and presentations. This is a free event open to the public. Bring your […]

Birthday Freebies: What you can get for FREE

Birthday Freebies and Deals

Happy birthday! It’s your birthday, it’s your birthday. Or perhaps you’re one of those organized types who plan and you’re looking for birthday freebies in Wichita, Kansas. There are so many businesses that have birthday deals to make their customers feel special. From food to drinks to clothes and shoes to beauty, this list has […]

Wichita Trick or Treat and Fall Fun Events for Halloween 2024

Trunk or Treat Wichita

Here it is! Our big list of Trick-or-Treats and Trunk-or-Treat near Wichita 2024 is in progress. As always, we have the ultimate list of Halloween events for kids in Wichita for your Halloween fun! Leave the tricks at home, you’re in for a treat! Below we have compiled great family-friendly Halloween and fall places to […]

Chicken N Pickle on a Budget & Free Events

Chicken N Pickle on a Budget

Want to visit Chicken N Pickle Wichita but on a budget? We have made it easy for you. Below is a list of what you can do at Chicken N Pickle that’s completely Free; what days and times can you get the best deals on court times, happy hours, and more? Chicken N Pickle is […]

Derby’s Third Thursday Free Event: Music, Art, Food Trucks

Third Thursdays in Derby KS

Have you heard about Derby’s Third Thursday? It’s a fantastic FREE event with live music, artist exhibits, adult beverages, food trucks, and more! Third Thursday in Derby, Kansas, happens in the Spring and Fall. Hop in your car, take Rock Road and head South, and you will run right into Derby. Derby is only about […]

Free Outdoor Movies at Exploration Place Amphitheater

Exploration Place has a new amphitheater right outside its downtown Wichita location, near the iconic Keeper of the Plains. The best part is they are hosting a FREE Movie series called RiverFlix. The outdoor theater hosts the FREE films under the stars at the Wichita Foundation Amphitheater. This is the perfect way to spend quality […]

Autumn and Art at Bradley Fair

Wichita Festivals and Bradley Fair have teamed up to present Autumn and Art, a weekend-long fine arts fair that will be held at Bradley Fair from September 13 – 15 , 2024. This will be a juried art show that brings in artists from across the U.S., including some from right here in Kansas. The […]

FREE KEYN Summer Concert Series

Looking for something fun and free to do on Friday night in Wichita? The KEYN Summer Concert Series is back this June and July 2024!  Enjoy free concerts at Naftzger Park in the heart of downtown Wichita & at the Andover Amphitheater this summer! This concert series offers top-notch bands for all ages, providing the […]

Best Taco Tuesday Deals in Wichita

Taco Tuesdays in Wichita

Taco Tuesday, first coined by a fast-food Mexican chain in the early 1980s, has caught on in Wichita over the past 35 years. We’re guessing the alliteration was the first draw, and it certainly fits nicely on a menu.  But no matter how it started, those tasty, crunchy tacos are driving it to almost cult […]

Free Pizza for those in Need in Wichita from Blaze Pizza

Local restaurant Blaze Pizza is offering free pizza to those in need. Posted On Facebook from Sterling James from Blaze Pizza Wichita: My name is Sterling James, and I am the operating partner of your locally-owned Blaze Pizza Franchise. We bought this restaurant and took over operations in late 2019, immediately before a global pandemic, […]

National Ice Cream Day / Month Deals around Wichita

What’s better than ice cream? Free ice cream, of course! So don’t miss these National Ice Cream Day/Month freebies.  We’re not surprised that July is National Ice Cream Month, first designated by President Ronald Reagan in 1984, because that cold treat is especially welcome during these hot summer days. Not coincidentally, National Ice Cream Day […]

How to Save Money at a Restaurant

How to Save Money at Restaurants

Are you looking for ways to save money while enjoying a night out at a restaurant? We’ve got you covered! We all experience those days when cooking feels like a chore, yet eating out can strain our wallets. It’s important never to overspend, and saving money requires some upfront thought. Here are some tips to […]

Sonic Drive-In Happy Hour and Deals

Sonic Drive-In is a fast and convenient way to enjoy your favorite snacks on the go. Whether you’re in the mood for one of their famous slushes, a hot burger, or a classic corn dog, Sonic Drive-In has something that will satisfy your craving. Discounts and promotions are often available exclusively on their mobile app […]

Tanganyika Wildlife Park All-Inclusive Changes Starting in 2025

Tanganyika Wildlife Park will offer an extraordinary, all-inclusive adventure starting in 2025 right here in the Wichita metro area. With exclusive local discounts, residents can enjoy unparalleled animal interactions, unlimited food and drink, and a host of unique experiences at a fraction of the cost. This is more than just a day at the park—it’s […]

Free Frosty at Wendy’s for National Ice Cream Month

Free Frosty

For a limited time, Wendy’s is celebrating National Ice Cream Month with a FREE small Frosty. From July 1 to 7, 2024, you can get a FREE small Frosty with a minimum $5 purchase at participating locations. To get the deal, you have to order through the Wendy’s app This summer, the fast-food chain has […]

Free Pints of Kroger Ice Cream at Dillons on June 20

To celebrate the official start of the summer season with the summer solstice on Thursday, June 20, Kroger is giving away 45,000 pints of ice cream. This means Kroger will be handing out 50 pints of their brand ice cream per minute for 900 minutes, mirroring the amount of sunlight we’ll enjoy in the Northern […]

Wichita Taco Fest at Andover Amphitheater

Wichita Taco Festival

It doesn’t have to be Tuesday to have tacos! The Wichita Taco Festival is back! This year’s Taco Fest will be held June 22, 2024 at Capitol Federal Amphitheater in Andover. Stroll around and savor a variety of tacos, international cuisines, and more, all while enjoying live music. Get your tickets early to take advantage […]