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Regal Value Days – Discount Tuesdays in Wichita

If you like movies at a discount, Regal Warren Theatres in Wichita has just the deal for you! The Regal Values Days deal gets loyalty members discounted tickets on Tuesday. Not only that, but you can also get 50% off popcorn. The loyalty club is free to join. There’s no catch, and this deal is […]

Lucky Strike in Wichita Deals on Bowling & Arcade

Lucky Strike in Wichita has gone through a few name changes over the years. It was originally known as The Alley, then transitioned into a Bowlero, and now it’s been rebranded as Lucky Strike, bringing with it some exciting new updates and fresh energy while keeping the fun local families love. If you’re looking for […]

Cars for Charities Car Show in Wichita has FREE Admission for Kids

The Starbird-Devlin car show – now renamed Cars for Charities Rod & Custom Car Show- will be held this January in Wichita, 2026, at Century II. Kids 11 and younger get in free, and they have a big free Kids zone with inflatables, cartoon characters, and more. The Cars for Charities Rod & Custom Car […]

New Year’s activities and things to do for NYE in Wichita 2026

New Years in Wichita

Happy (almost) 2026, Wichita! Come and ring in the new year, ICT style! Our city has loads to offer when it comes to NYE celebrations, events, and just enjoyable locations to toast to 2026. Below we have listed out events, places, and even some fun local hot spots we suggest for you. We’ve put the events […]

Bradley Fair Holiday Stroll

Join in the fun at the festive events at Bradley Fair this holiday season in Wichita. Bradley Fair’s annual Christmas tree lighting looks like it will be a fun family event packed with activities, followed by four Sundays in December of the popular Bradley Fair Holiday Stroll. Bradley Fair Holiday Stroll on Sundays   Next […]

Clock Tower Carillon Concert at Wichita-Sedgwick County Historical Museum

Wichita will have more opportunities to enjoy FREE concerts 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 museum’s clock tower on the day of the performance between noon and 1 p.m. […]

Cookie Decorating Party at Exploration Place

Cookie Decorating at Exploration Place

Exploration Place cookie decorating party is a DEAL this holiday. For a flat rate, you can bring your whole family to decorate cookies and take them home for Santa, and enjoy other Holiday activities.  It’s a festive experience for everyone! The best part is that you can enjoy decorating cookies for Santa without the hassle […]

Winter Wonderland Event at Naftzger Park: Free Event

Winter Wonderland at Naftzger Park

Winter Wonderland at Naftzger Park is a FREE event courtesy of Wichita Park & Recreation. It is the best FREE event with s’mores, Santa, hot cocoa, holiday lights, and more. This event is crafted to spread holiday joy throughout the community. Wander through the park while enjoying the brilliant lights and whimsical decorations. Immerse yourself […]

Christmas Tree Farms near Wichita 2025

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 […]

Ice Skating at Chicken N Pickle

Chicken N Pickle Ice Pond in Wichita

Chicken N Pickle ice skating rink in Wichita is now open! Grab your skates (or rent them there) and take a few turns around the pond. Don’t forget to bundle up with a warm coat, thick socks, and gloves! The Igloos are back! Two cozy igloos near the ice rink provide the perfect spot to […]

Christmas Pop-up Bars and Holiday Igloos in Wichita 2025

Have you checked out a pop-up bar or Igloo in Wichita this holiday season? There are many new options to help you get into a festive mood this Christmas.  Pop-up bars and holiday igloos often offer unique, festive experiences, which contribute to their popularity. During holidays, these venues often feature festive decorations, lighting, and music […]

Village Christmas: Tree lighting and holiday fun in Haysville KS

Haysville, KS will kick off the holiday season with Village Christmas – a festive event that includes a tree lighting, photos with Santa, warm food, fun activities, live music, a vendor market, and more. Village Christmas is scheduled for December 6, and the festivities begin at 4:30 p.m. with a soup & chili feed ($9) […]

Merry & Bright: Wichita Mayor’s Tree Lighting at Union Station

The Mayor’s Christmas Tree Lighting will be at Union Station 2025, and it’s called Merry & Bright. This is a completely FREE event in Wichita, and there will be lots of holiday activities to get you into the Holiday Spirit!  Union Station’s Merry & Bright event and Christmas tree lighting has become one of my […]

Ballet of Wichita Presents The Nutcracker at Century II

This December, Ballet Wichita will host another production of The Nutcracker. Embark on a captivating journey into a spellbinding realm inhabited by animated dancing dolls, playful mice engaging in daring tangos, and snowflakes that sparkle like a million stars. Brace yourself for the holiday season’s most eagerly anticipated event – the Nutcracker Ballet! Guided by […]

Kansas Aviation Museum: Little Aviators

Wichita has a museum that’s particularly fitting for The Air Capital of the World, and one highlight offered by the Kansas Aviation Museum is their weekly kids’ program, where children can enjoy FREE admission. Keep reading for all the details! The Kansas Aviation Museum, in Wichita, Kansas, is an excellent destination for people of all […]

Wichita Guitar Heroes Exhibit

design graphic announcing the Wichita-Sedgwick County Historical Museum Guitar Heroes exhibit 2025

If you’re a regular reader here at Wichita on the Cheap, you probably already know that Wichita, Kansas was first to rock the electric guitar. It’s true! Our city is where the electric guitar made its debut in 1932. The Wichita-Sedgwick County Historical Museum has kept that bit of local knowledge alive over the years, […]

Wichita Trick or Treat and Fall Fun Events for Halloween 2025

Happy Halloween! Here’s our big list of Trunk-or-Treat events and Trick-or-Treating around Wichita 2025 is ongoing. As always, we have the ultimate list of Halloween events for kids in Wichita for your Halloween fun! Below, we have compiled great family-friendly Halloween and fall fun places to take your family this October that the kids will […]

Laser Halloween Show at Exploration Place

Join Exploration Place for a Laser Halloween Show that will electrify the night in their giant-screen dome theater. Get ready for iconic tunes, mesmerizing visuals, and beams of light that’ll have you howling with excitement! Watch as lasers pulse to the beats of Halloween favorites like Beetlejuice, Ghostbusters, Thriller, Monster Mash, and more. Don’t miss […]

Sunflower Showdown: Free Watch Party at Naftzger Park

Sunflower Showdown Watch Party at Naftzger Park. It’s time for one of the biggest rivalries in Kansas — the Sunflower Showdown! Festive ICT is bringing all the game-day energy to downtown Wichita with a KU vs. K-State Football Watch Party at Naftzger Park on Saturday, October 25. Wichitans can cheer on their team in style […]

Halloween Events & Activites in Wichita 2025

We have compiled the ultimate list of Halloween events in Wichita, including haunted houses, Halloween movie events, pumpkin patches, fall attractions, trick-or-treat (and trunk-or-treat), pumpkin patches, night out events like parties and costume contests, spooky strolls, and more. Kids and family-friendly events get their own full page article: Trunk or Treats and Family-Friendly Halloween Fun […]

Twilight Tales at Musuem of World Treasures this October

Ever wondered what the Museum of World Treasures is like after dark? This October, visitors can grab a flashlight and discover the past during Twilight Tales, an after-hours experience where history comes alive with a bit more mystery. Guests will explore dimly lit galleries guided by lantern light as museum docents share eerie stories and […]

Howl-O-Ween Party at Linwood Rec Center

If you’re looking for a fun and free way for the kids to celebrate Halloween, the Linwood Rec Center Howl-O-Ween Party is back this year, and it’s going to be all treats and no tricks! Kids can enjoy carnival games, snag plenty of Halloween candy, and brave the spooky haunted room. Costumes are encouraged (please […]

Fallapalooza at Tanganyika Deal 2025

Fallapalooza at Tanganyika Wildlife Park is a Fall Event You Can’t Miss (For Just $20!). If you’re on the lookout for a Fall Event that’s fun, festive, and a deal, Tanganyika Wildlife Park’s Fallapalooza should be at the top of your list. Compared to Tanganyika’s regular all-inclusive single-day admission, which *starts at $99.99 in the […]

Hay, Hooves and Halloween at Old Cowtown

Hay Hooves Cowtown

Hay Hooves and Halloween at Cowtown is back this year. This is a great, family Trick or Treating event at the Old Cowtown Museum in Wichita. Ghouls haunt the streets, dancing in costumes, zombie cowboys, ghost haunting the historic house, and of course, candy. They’ll get to enjoy a kid-friendly Halloween in a fun and […]

Candy Crawl at the Park in Wichita: Free Trick or Treating

The Candy Crawl at Planeview Park (which used to be at Clapp Park) is a family favorite. This free, family-friendly event encourages everyone to dress up, grab a candy bag or bucket, and visit park and recreation staff, local businesses, and organizations for candy and prizes. This free, Family-Friendly Halloween Event takes place on October […]