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Mothers Day Weekend in Wichita: Events and Deals

Mother Day Weekend Wichita

Mother’s Day in Wichita will be fun if the weather cooperates! We have the ultimate list of Mother’s Day activities, Mother’s Day brunches, events, and more. We will help you find the perfect thing to do with the mother figure in your life in Wichita.  We’re continually adding to the list of things to do for […]

Splash Parks in and around Wichita

Splash Pads In and Around Wichita

Splash pads in Wichita are a big attraction during the summer months. These splash parks (aka water playgrounds, splash pads, or play fountains) are a great way to enjoy summer for free. They are cost-effective and require less maintenance. Therefore, several have been funded by the city in the past few years. In fact, a […]

Citywide Neighborhood Garage Sales Wichita

Citywide Garage Sales near Wichita, KS

The most updated list! Here’s our list of 2025 Wichita-area citywide garage sales, which we update weekly (or more often, as necessary). This list is valid for spring, summer, and fall citywide sales surrounding Wichita. You’ll want to bookmark this page and return often, because we also add neighborhood garage sales, church and rummage sales, and […]

Farmers Markets in Wichita

Farmer’s Markets in Wichita and surrounding communities with locally grown fresh food, plants, honey, handmade items, and more. Some markets offer kids’ activities and live entertainment; all offer an excellent opportunity to meet your neighbors, learn more about local produce, and share in the fun of discovering things produced right here in our own state […]

Sunflower fields near Wichita

Sunflower Fields in Kansas

Seeing row after row of blooming sunflowers – it’s one of the perks of living in Kansas. Many readers have asked me where they could find sunflower fields near Wichita or around the state. In the past, that wasn’t an easy question to answer since only a few were planted specifically to be enjoyed by […]

Wichita area Summer Camps & Summer Activites for Kids 2025

Summer Camps in Wichita

Are you looking for a Wichita summer camp for your child? We get a lot of requests from parents for inexpensive summer camps in Wichita, so we’ve put together a list of resources for you to explore. Prices for Wichita Summer Camps vary, so we listed them all so you can pick what works best […]

Wichita 4th of July Fireworks, Parades, Events and Fun 2025

Happy Independence Day! We have lots to celebrate this 4th of July and you might be wondering, “Where can I see 4th of July fireworks near me?” Below, we are listing some of the upcoming 4th of July fireworks in Wichita, KS and small town Independence Day community celebrations that are planned for 2025. Some […]

Valentine’s Day in Wichita: Events and Date Ideas 2026

Celebrate Valentine’s Day in Wichita with one of the many special events, or we have some suggestions on what to do on Valentine’s Day in Wichita, and you can even find Valentine’s Day freebies and deals here in Wichita. Whenever you celebrate, This day or week is about being sweet to those you love, and […]

Barn Sales, Flea Markets, and Shopping Events

Barn Sales and Markets

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 barn sales, craft and art fairs, vintage sales and artisan markets, and flea/antique markets in the Wichita area. Many of the local shopping […]

Super Bowl Sunday Watch Parties, Events & Hosting Deals

Super Bowl Events, Watch Parites and Hosting on a Budget

We’ve discovered some Super Bowl deals for you, whether you’re watching the game at home or looking to catch the big game at a local venue. When is the Super Bowl? It’s on February 9, 2025, at 6:30 pm. Get ready for an exciting matchup and explore these offers for an enhanced Super Bowl viewing […]

Free Christmas tree disposal, recycling in and around the Wichita area

Christmas Tree Disposal Wichita

Sedgwick County residents can recycle real Christmas trees for FREE! When you’re ready to get rid of your Christmas tree, you can take it to one of more than 20 locations to have it turned into mulch. The program is run by Sedgwick County Environmental Resources. While you’re there, you may also pick up free mulch — if […]

The Best Christmas Lights in Wichita

Christmas Lights in Wichita

Find Christmas lights in Wichita, KS. This is a current list of Christmas light displays we love. Driving around looking at Wichita Christmas lights is not only a fun family tradition, it’s also really inexpensive (even after you factor in the price of gas)!

Wichita Restaurants & Bars Open Christmas Day

Restaurants open on Christmas Day

Looking to see what bars and restaurants are open on Christmas Day 2024? We have a list of places you can eat out on December 25, and we’ll tell you a couple big-name restaurants that will be closed. We hope everyone has a safe and happy holiday. After your Christmas day meal, drive around to […]

Winter Break fun in Wichita: free and cheap things to do with the kids

The holidays sure can put a dent in your wallet, but don’t let that ruin your Christmas break fun! There are lots of free and cheap things to do during winter break in Wichita that will keep the kids from getting bored! These are a few of our favorites but feel free to add your […]

Local gift ideas for Wichita, KS

Wichita Augustino Brewing Company - original location

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 […]

Horse-Drawn Carriage Rides in Wichita

Horse-Drawn Carriage Rides in Wichita

Dashing through the snow and oh what fun it is! Every year, we have only a few places in Wichita that usually offer horse-drawn carriage rides in Wichita. There is something incredible magical about the experience of an old fashioned carriage ride that will put even the must ‘humbug’ of people into the Christmas spirit!  […]

Christmas Tree Farms near Wichita 2024

Christmas Tree Farms near Wichita

There are many places you can buy a live Christmas tree, but if you want the full traditional Christmas tree experience, you won’t want to pick it up at a store lot. Check out our list of the best Christmas Tree Farms in and around Wichita. Take a page out of Clark Griswold’s book and build […]

Holiday Activites & Traditions that are Free & Cheap in Wichita

We have compiled a list of holiday activities you can do for free or cheap in Wichita. If you are looking for things to do in Wichita this holiday we got you covered. These Christmas activities are doable on a budget and can potentially become a holiday tradition for you and your family. Christmas time […]

Christmas Craft Shows and Holiday Markets 2024

Shop for one-of-a-kind gifts and handmade items at these upcoming holiday bazaars, Christmas craft shows, artisan markets and other holiday shopping events in and around Wichita. Local artists and crafters have been hard at work throughout the year making awesome, unique items for the craft fairs. Enjoy their handiwork and support your local artists at […]

Christmas and Holiday Events in Wichita for Adults and Kids 2024

The Ultimate list of Holiday Events in Wichita

Looking for Christmas events in Wichita, KS? We have the ultimate list of holiday events, Christmas activities, and what is happening in Wichita this Holiday. We want to take some stress off you this holiday season and make it easy for you to see what’s happening in & around Wichita.  Jump Directly To: November Holiday […]

Membership Deals to Local Attractions and Black Friday Specials

Wichita membership deals at local attractions for Black Friday and winter specials. Give a gift that can be used all year, like a membership to a local attraction or a gift card. We have so many wonderful attractions here in Wichita, so think about giving the gift of an experience. Here is a list of […]

Black Friday Shopping Tips

Quick Tips for Black Friday Shopping

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 fighting the crowds to shop at the big box stores this Black […]

Indoor Play Places and Activities for Kids in Wichita

Indoor Place Places for Kids in Wichita

If you are looking for things to do indoors in Wichita, we’ve got you covered. If it’s too cold or too hot out, sometimes you just need to get out of the house. Are you tired of being cooped up inside? Check out all the fun things you can do indoors in Wichita! From bowling […]

2024 Veterans Day Events and Deals in Wichita, KS

Veterans and active-duty members of the U.S. military are worthy of our respect and gratitude every day (see Military Discounts in Wichita), but on Veterans Day we can do one better and take them out for a free meal, attend an event that honors them, visit one of the Wichita attractions that offer free admission […]

Wichita Halloween Freebies and Deals

Need something quick and easy for supper Halloween night? If you are thinking of going out, you may be happy to know that Wichita has plenty of Halloween restaurant specials – and other bargains – that should help make up for all that cash you spent on candy! There’s no bad luck for bargain hunters […]