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Kansas Aviation Museum Block Party

Kansas Aviation Museum 2025 Block Party flyer

Gather up a big group of friends or relatives and squeeze everyone in the car! The Kansas Aviation Museum Block Party will be a summer day of Flight, Fun, and Family … and carload admission pricing! Sunday, June 22, our favorite art deco airport-turned-museum will host a family-friendly block party from 1-6 p.m. It will […]

Smoke on the Plains, Derby BBQ & Music Fest: Free Event

Smoke on the Plains BBQ & Music Fest

The annual Derby BBQ & Music Festival in Derby’s High Park is a family favorite! This FREE event will be held June 13 & 14, 2025! This annual family-friendly event includes live music, food, and kid’s activities. Admission is FREE. There are an average of about 50 professional BBQ teams from the Midwest. There will […]

Stearman Field Fathers Day Fly-In & Car Show

The annual Fly-In at Stearman Field in Benton, Kansas, returns on June 14, 2025. This unique event features a full day of aircraft flying into the restaurant’s runway, giving guests a front-row seat to the action and a chance to check out some awesome cars. Walk the tarmac, get up close to various planes, and […]

Pizza Hut Deal: Free Large Pizza until June 22, 2025

Pizza Hut is a go-to favorite for our family, so when a great deal pops up, I can’t help but share it! It’s quick, convenient, and always a hit whether we’re settling in for movie night or hosting friends for a backyard hangout. And let’s be honest, everyone loves a good deal on pizza! And […]

National Donut Day Deals in Wichita

National Donut Day

National Donut Day — or National Doughnut Day, as some spell it — is the first Friday in June. According to a press release from LaMars, the observance was started in 1938 by the Chicago Salvation Army in honor of the women who brought donuts to soldiers behind the front lines in World War I. This […]

National Hamburger Day Deals in Wichita: May 28

Hamburgers are beloved by Americans, whether you prefer a Big Mac or a fancy Wagyu beef burger. The meaty sandwich gets is own holiday, National Hamburger Day, on May 28, wrapping up National Burger Month. Not to be confused with National Cheeseburger Day, the day of the burger takes place close to Memorial Day, a […]

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 […]

Dairy Queen Blizzards for 85 Cents Right Now

It’s time for the annual Dairy Queen birthday deal! Dairy Queen is celebrating 85 years of serving up frozen treats with a special deal for customers: From March 24 to April 6, 2025, DQ fans can enjoy a small Blizzard treat for just 85 cents with any $1 purchase, but the offer is only available […]

Sports Bars in Wichita – Where to Watch the Game

Looking for the perfect place to watch the game? Here are the best sports bars in Wichita.  Nothing goes better with sports than comfort food and a cold beverage. This handy guide lists some of the most popular sports bars in Wichita. Whether you play angry with the Shockers, bleed Jayhawk blue, roar like a […]

Breakfast with Santa at Cowtown

Santa reading story to kids at Old Cowtown Museum in Wichita

Join Santa for breakfast at Old Cowtown Museum on Saturday, December 6, 2025. This is a perfect holiday tradition for Wichita kids. Tickets go fast for this event, so get them asap if you want to go.  Breakfast, photos with Santa, and activities will be included with your ticket. Breakfast with Santa will be served in […]

Wendy’s Thin Mint Girl Scout Frosty: Free on March 12

Wichita Wendy’s Frosty fans, get ready for a sweet (and minty!) treat! Wendy’s popular frozen delight just got even better with the arrival of a special seasonal flavor. And here’s the best part: On March 12, 2025, Wendy’s is giving fans a FREE small Frosty with any purchase at participating Wichita locations! You can pick […]

Dog-Friendly Patios and Restaurants in Wichita

I love taking our dog Roy with us, so I finally compiled a list of dog-friendly restaurants in Wichita. Almost every restaurant with outdoor seating allows dogs, but here is a short list of 15 + of our favorite Dog-friendly restaurants in Wichita. Dog-friendly restaurants can be a blast for several reasons! For one, having […]

Kansas State Fair General Info

Kansas State Fair Info

When is the Kansas State Fair this year? It is September 5 – 14, 2025, 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 […]

Jimmy John’s FREE Toasted Sandwich: March 4

Jimmy John’s restaurant is giving away $1 million worth of Toasted Sandwiches on March 4, 2025, for Toasted Tuesday. You can claim the deal on your Jimmy John’s app or on the website using promo code TOASTEDTUESDAY.  Jimmy John’s in Wichita is a popular go-to for fast, fresh, and affordable sandwiches. Known for their “Freaky […]

Fat Tuesday and Mardi Gras Celebrations in Wichita

Laissez le bon temps rouler! Let the good times roll this Mardi Gras with food specials, concerts, and more in Wichita! We have compiled a list for Mardi Gras and Fat Tuesdays in Wichita. We will continue to update this article, so stay informed about events and deals. We may not have beads and parades […]

Holiday Gift Card Deals 2025

Holiday Gift Card Deals

Gift cards are welcome stocking-stuffers for every difficult-to-buy-for person on your list, from the in-laws to college students. But Santa never said you couldn’t walk away with a little something extra out of the deal. Here is a growing list of holiday gift card deals that come with bonuses for those of us in Wichita. […]

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 […]

Teacher Appreciation Freebies and Deals for Wichita-area Teachers

Teacher Appreciation Week FREEbies and Deals

We may never be able to thank teachers enough for all their hard work, but we can try! We can’t think of a better way to show our appreciation than by listing all the FREE goodies and deals in the Wichita area for Teacher Appreciation Week. From free food to free car washes to amazing […]

Fuzzy’s Taco Shop National Margarita Day Deal

Fuzzy’s Taco Shop, the fast-casual+ restaurant brand known for serving up good vibes, invites fans to raise a glass in honor of National Margarita Day with two special margarita deals: $5 Sangria ‘Rita Swirl and $5 House Margaritas. The two deals are available exclusively for dine-in guests on Saturday, February 22. “National Margarita Day is the […]

Free tater tots at Freddy’s with $5 purchase

Picture of freddys tater tots

Hallelujah! Freddy’s tater tot fans are rejoicing about the decision to add tater tots to the Freddy’s Frozen Custard and Steakburgers menu permanently. And Freddy’s is celebrating the occasion with a special deal they announced to email subscribers and on social media: Between February 2 and February 9, 2025, guests who make at least a […]

Homemade Ranch Recipe

Homemade ranch dressing is typically more affordable than store-bought options because the main ingredients, like mayonnaise, buttermilk, and spices, can be purchased in bulk at a lower cost per use. If your family loves ranch as much as ours, you’ve got to try this recipe! I know it’s more effort than grabbing a bottle off […]

How to Save Money at McDonald’s: Specials and Deals

How to Save Money at McDonalds

McDonald’s is everywhere; it’s an excellent place to grab a quick bite to eat or get a refreshing cold drink. There are lots of hacks to help you save money at McDonald’s. You can seriously get a McDonald’s deal on every single order you make while racking up rewards points for freebies and more McDonald’s […]

Dillions Grocery: 12 Merry Days of Savings Event

If you shop at Dillions in Wichita, you will find that they are running a new deal called the 12 Merry Days Saving Event. From December 4 through December 15, customers can clip a new hot digital deal each day for redemption by December 17.  “12 Merry Days of deals are just days away and […]

Little Caesars Veterans Day free meal

In keeping with its tradition of giving back and honoring U.S. military personnel, Little Caesars® is once again offering veterans and active-duty military members a free HOT-N-READY® Lunch Combo at participating locations across the country this Veterans Day. On Monday, November 11, from 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m., veterans and active military can enjoy a complimentary Lunch Combo, which […]

Take a bite out of these National Sandwich Day deals

It’s always good to get sandwiched by savings. On National Sandwich Day, there will be plenty of people celebrating by slathering their favorite condiments, along with meat and cheese, between two slices of bread. Sandwich Day deals precede Election Day this year, so you can get deals even if you vote early. No matter the […]