Wichita on the Cheap

Your local guide to affordable fun ~ entertainment, events, restaurants, shopping, and more!

Family Activities

Creature Feature at Great Plains Nature Center

Enjoy learning about different creatures outside with the Great Plains Nature Center! As of September 2021, Great Plains Nature Center announced that this event can be enjoyed on Facebook Live, as their in-person events have been … [Read more...] about Creature Feature at Great Plains Nature Center

Museum of World Treasures Customer Appreciation Day

It's an event we look forward to each year around back-to-school time. The Museum of World Treasures Customer Appreciation Day is an opportunity to explore all the strange, quirky, fascinating and fun artifacts collected right here in … [Read more...] about Museum of World Treasures Customer Appreciation Day

Clock Tower Carillon Concert at Wichita-Sedgwick County Historical Museum

Wichita will have more opportunities to enjoy a concert on the new carillon installed in the clock tower at the Wichita-Sedgwick County Historical Museum. All you need to do to hear the Carillon concert is be in the vicinity of the … [Read more...] about Clock Tower Carillon Concert at Wichita-Sedgwick County Historical Museum

FREE Prairie Adventure Backpacks from Great Plains Nature Center

One of my favorite activities as a kid was digging in the ground making mud pies or going on long walks through nature. Thanks to Great Plains Nature Center you can get a FREE Prairie Adventure Backpack to help you explore nature even … [Read more...] about FREE Prairie Adventure Backpacks from Great Plains Nature Center

FREE Swimming Days at Wichita Pools

I remember when I first heard about Wichita's FREE swimming days! They have them for each of the city's pools throughout the summer. Can you believe that? Also see: Where to Swim in Wichita City of Wichita Pools have been undergoing … [Read more...] about FREE Swimming Days at Wichita Pools

Late Night at the Museum of World Treasures

If you enjoyed Family Nights at the Museum of World Treasures, you'll be glad to know it now has a replacement called Late Nights. The Museum of World Treasures will be open late on the fourth Thursday of most months. The special evening … [Read more...] about Late Night at the Museum of World Treasures

OJ Watson Park rides are open

Ride season has begun for 2021 at OJ Watson Park. OJ Watson Park is such a fantastic place for families, and it's even fun for teens or anyone who wants to get outside and enjoy some outdoor activities. This is the Wichita park that has the … [Read more...] about OJ Watson Park rides are open

Ice Skating at Chicken N Pickle

Chicken n Pickle is bringing outdoor ice skating back to Wichita. Grab your skates (or rent them there) and take a few turns around the pond. Don't forget a coat, mask, and gloves! Keep reading for information about opening day, skate … [Read more...] about Ice Skating at Chicken N Pickle

Inexpensive New Year’s Eve activities and things to do for NYE in Wichita

Happy (almost) 2021, Wichita!  Let's say good riddance to 2020 in a fun and safe way! Here are some of the best New Years Eve events in Wichita, from budget-friendly to lavish nights on the town. We've put the events into two … [Read more...] about Inexpensive New Year’s Eve activities and things to do for NYE in Wichita

Drive-Boo Trick-or-Treat at OJ Watson Park

If you are looking for the annual family-friendly Halloween event at Watson park, you've found it! Thanks to events like Drive-Boo at OJ Watson Park Halloween 2020 is not canceled. It's one of many 2020 Wichita trick-or-treat events that … [Read more...] about Drive-Boo Trick-or-Treat at OJ Watson Park

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