Free Summer Meals for Kids: Summer Food Program
This summer, kids can receive free breakfast and lunch at locations across Wichita. This wonderful Summer Food Program is back for 2025! The program is open to any kid ages 18 and under. There are no qualifying guidelines or paperwork to complete—just a free meal provided by the WPS Summer Food Program. Wichita Public Schools […]
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 […]
Double-up food bucks for SNAP participants at Kansas farmers markets
Folks who participate in the SNAP program can purchase food at Kansas Markets with their EBT card, and currently, there’s a program that will let them “double up” on the benefit. The “Double-Up Bucks” program matches the amount spent dollar for dollar. (For every dollar of SNAP benefits you use at the farmers’ market, you […]
Salon Brands Tent Sale
Stop by Salon Brands for a BEAUTY(ful) Tent Sale. This sale is the biggest deal of the year for salon-quality products in Wichita. Save up to 90% off shampoo, conditioner, styling products, nail polish, cosmetics, styling tools, and more! They will have all of your salon-quality products on major sale, so mark your calendars. Upcoming Salon […]
Coupon for Free Document Shredding at Office Depot: April
Need copies of your tax return? Want to get rid of some old returns or documents you no longer need? Print out these coupons from Office Depot and get both services for free. (There’s also a coupon for free downloadable tax forms if you’ve waited until the last minute to do your taxes.) The coupons are good until April 23rd. You can get up to 25 free copies of your tax return and free shredding of up to 35 lbs. (End of post.)
Free Waste Tire Collection for Sedgwick County Residents
If you have some old tires you’d like to get rid of (and you live in Sedgwick County), you can do it free a couple days in April. Sedgwick County residents can take their tires for FREE disposal to the Sedgwick County West Yard at 4701 S. West Street, Wichita, KS 67217, between 9 a.m. […]
Wichita Trick or Treat and Fall Fun Events for Halloween 2025
Here it is! Our big list of Trick-or-Treats and Trunk-or-Treat near Wichita 2025 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 […]
Energy Bill Assistance Program in Wichita
Need help with your Energy Bill? The Energy Bill assistance program is available for your rising energy bills this winter in Wichita. This can help restore or maintain electricity, natural gas or propane. The Kansas Low Income Energy Assistance Program (LIEAP) is a Federally funded program that helps eligible households pay a portion of their home […]
Pet Vaccine & Microchip in Wichita: FREE on March 15
If you are looking for where to get your pet vaccinated or microchipped in Wichita, you will be happy you found this article because there is a great FREE option. The Kansas Humane Society, Petco, Cox, and the City of Wichita are putting on a FREE pet vaccine and microchip clinic in Wichita. Dogs must […]
Teacher Appreciation Freebies and Deals for Wichita-area Teachers
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 […]
Wichita Detailing Co. January Special Discount 2025
New Year, new clean car? Wichita on the Cheap has partnered with Wichita Detailing Co. to bring you a special DEAL ONLY for our followers. If you mention this article or Wichita on the Cheap, you will receive 15% off any service until January 31, 2025. I’m all about supporting local businesses, and I love a […]
Where to Donate and Who Takes Donations in Wichita
Who is looking to declutter and donate your clothes or unwanted items? Whether tidying up your closet, clearing out the pantry, or simplifying your kitchen, numerous organizations and locations in Wichita are eager to accept your donations. From clothing and household items to non-perishable food items, your cluttered belongings can find new homes and positively […]
Food Distribution and Mobile Food Pantry in Wichita
The Salvation Army has a mobile food pantry and other resources that will provide food to those in need in Wichita. Despite the dedicated efforts of partner pantries to address these challenges, many individuals, including those facing difficulties securing nourishment for their families, continue to experience hardship. In response, organizations, businesses, and volunteers have initiated […]
Where to Volunteer in Wichita
Looking to volunteer in Wichita. Consider giving the gift of time instead of offering a financial gift. We have come up with places to Volunteer in Wichita and their perks. Not only does volunteering help your community, but you gain a sense of purpose in helping other people. If you are in a position to […]
Free Christmas tree disposal, recycling in and around the Wichita area
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 […]
Kids Konnection & Specialty Camps for Kids over Winter Break
Looking for ways to keep the kids entertained during Winter Break or on those teacher in-service days? Look no further than Kids Konnection or Signup for Winter Break Specialty Camps! Both are provided for those of us who work and need somewhere fun for the kids to go while they are out of school. These […]
Black Friday Deals at Local Salon Brands 2024
Salon Brands is making it easier than ever to shop locally while saving big. Whether in-store or online, these Black Friday deals are the perfect way to check off your holiday shopping list. Black Friday is here, and the local store is offering its biggest savings of the season now through Cyber Monday, December 2. […]
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 […]
Free Bus Rides on Election Day
Wichita Transit will offer FREE bus rides on Election Day. In honor of Election Day, on Tuesday, November 5, 2024 Wichita Transit will offer free bus rides on all traditional bus routes and paratransit service. Free rides are valid for everyone riding to or from polling locations as well as any other trip during the […]
Free Shred Days around Wichita, KS
You know you’re not supposed to just throw confidential information into the trash, but sometimes the shred pile gets pretty high if you don’t have a paper-chewing monster of a shredder *like mine. If you’ve been putting off the inevitable, you’ll have an opportunity to get the job done – for free – at the […]
Free Covid Tests Sent to Your Home
The free COVID tests are back! Residential households in the U.S. are eligible for another order of free at-home tests starting September 26, 2024. Each order includes four individual rapid antigen COVID-19 tests. Your order of COVID tests is completely FREE—you won’t even pay for shipping. They will start shipping tests the week of September […]
Clear the Shelters adoption event at KS Humane Society
If you’ve been planning to adopt a pet, September 7 or 8 might be your day. The Kansas Humane Society in Wichita is having an Clear the Shelters adoption event. What that means is cheaper pet adoptions! Clear the Shelters adoption event The Kansas Humane Society is partnering with KSN on this event, which lowers […]
Back to School Haircuts for $5 at Paul Mitchell School
Get Ready for school with a fresh new look at Paul Mitchell Hair School. They are offering $5 haircuts for all K-12 students and teachers. It’s the perfect opportunity to start the school year with a fresh style. We also have some other back-to-school tips on how to save in general, how to save on back-to-school clothes, […]
Free Wichita Bus Rides for Youth: Summer Ride Program
The Summer Ride Program allows kids to ride FREE on Wichita buses this summer. The Ride program participants may enjoy unlimited free rides on all regular Wichita Transit bus routes. Wichita Transit provides a safe, reliable, and easy-to-use bus service throughout the City of Wichita. From May 25 through August 31, 2024, youth 18 years […]
Free E-Waste Collection for Sedgwick County Residents
If you’re like me, you might have old computers, televisions, or other electronic devices gathering dust in your home. (And boy – they really do get dusty, don’t they?) Sedgwick County has the perfect excuse to clean them out for spring with its free e-waste collection event. The 2024 E-Waste collection events will be held […]