Wichita on the Cheap

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Celebration of Women’s Sports Free Event at Naftzger Park

The City of Wichita Celebrates Women’s Sports with a free event at Naftgzer Park with special guests Jackie Stiles and Jordan Larson. With the upcoming NCAA Women’s College World Series, Wichita Park & Recreation invites you to Celebration of Women’s Sports at Naftzger Park, a two-day festival featuring inspiring guest speakers, a live stream watch […]

Kaleidoscope at Exploration Place: Free Event

Exploration Place is hosting Kaleidoscope, a free event in the Wichita Foundation Amphitheater. You can experience something totally unique—for free! Kaleidoscope, a one-of-a-kind outdoor event where families can discover the magic of opera in a fun, kid-friendly way. Enjoy a free performance of Mr. Brewster’s Invigorating Invention by Opera Kansas—an imaginative, high-energy show for kids! […]

Chicken N Pickle Free Storytime: Last Saturday of the Month

Chicken N Pickle has teamed up with Watermark Books for a free story time. If you are looking for a fun, free way to spend a Saturday morning with the kids, look no further than Storytime at Chicken N Pickle in Wichita! Held on the last Saturday of each month, this event is a collaboration […]

Watermark Books & Cafe: Free Storytime & Events

A bookstore is terrific, and Wichita has an excellent bookstore, the locally owned Watermark Books. They have a cafe, a great community, and, of course, all kinds of books for every age and interest.  One of the things that makes Watermark Books so special is its ability to bring authors and the community together. They […]

Kids Sports Leagues & Lessons in Wichita

Are you looking for affordable sports for kids in Wichita? We have listed sporting organizations that offer kids’ athletic leagues and lessons. We have even found some free Wichita sports for kids. Youth sports can be a fantastic way to keep your kids active, teach them teamwork, and build confidence—all while they have fun and […]

Tanganyika Wildlife Park: Ultimate Guide to Visiting on a Budget

Tanganyika Wildlife Park in Goddard, Kansas, is the most interactive zoo in the Midwest. It offers unique experiences where visitors can feed, touch, and learn about animals. While a visit to Tanganyika comes at a cost, we’re here to break down the latest changes and share the most affordable ways to enjoy the park. About […]

US Figure Skating Championship in Wichita

Wichita is hosting the U.S. Figure Skating Championships, which will draw national attention to the city. Head to Intrust Bank Arena to witness Olympic gold medalists, world champions, and rising stars showcase their incredible talent. The championships will be broadcast live on NBC and USA Network, giving Wichita a chance to shine nationally. This prestigious […]

Wichita Snow Glow Event: Sledding, Food Trucks and More

Wichita Park & Recreation is hosting a Snow Glow event at the Mid-America All-Indian Center again this year. It’s a night sledding event you’ll never forget, featuring an LED light show, firepits, food trucks, and snow provided by Snow Bros Snowmakers. This is a nighttime sledding event for the whole family. You bring the (non-metal) […]

Wichita Ice Center: Indoor Ice Skating and Hockey in Wichita

Wichita Ice Center Ice Skating

Step into the Wichita Ice Center, your go-to hub for all things icy in Wichita, Kansas, since 1996! Whether you’re a seasoned skater or taking your first glides, we’ve got all the essentials to make your ice-skating experience unforgettable. Continue reading this article to see when you can skate for just $2. Their cutting-edge facility […]

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 […]

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’ve 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 […]

Tanganyika Black Friday Deal

Imagine a world-class, all-inclusive wildlife resort where you don’t have to hop on a plane or drive across the country to give your family an unforgettable experience with animals from around the globe. In 2025, Tanganyika Wildlife Park will be reopening with an immersive, all-inclusive format that will change how you think about family adventures—right […]

Wichita Sports Forum Fall Festival

The Wichita Sports Forum is hosting a Fall Festival this year, and it promises to be a fantastic experience for the whole family! This year’s event encourages everyone to dress up in their Halloween costumes for an added layer of festive fun, with exciting prizes available for the best-dressed attendees. With around 70 diverse vendors […]

Halloween Family Fun Night at El Dorado Lake

Cute Halloween themed flyer for El Dorado Lake Halloween Family Fun Night 2024

The Friends of El Dorado Lake are a friendly bunch! I met them one summer when my family and I spent the day at the lake, and they told me about their big family Halloween shindig coming up. A Halloween party at the lake sounds like so much fun, doesn’t it? This year’s Halloween Family […]

Free Movies at Capitol Federal Amphitheater

Is there anything better than relaxing and watching a movie? Yes! Relaxing and watching a movie outside at the CapFed Amphitheater in Andover for FREE! – Not Confirmed for 2025 Bring your lawn chairs and some snacks, kick back, and relax! The outdoor movie series is back!  Free Movies at Capital Federal Amphitheater: In the […]

Cheap and Easy Games to Play at Home

Every family should have a game night every once in awhile. We have compiled some of our favorite easy games to play at home. Getting together as a family and playing games together teaches kids simple social skills like taking turns, following rules, teamwork, and being able to win or lose. It is also an […]

Free Things to do in Wichita in October

Happy October! We have compiled a FREE checklist of ideas and things to do in October in Wichita. With the crisp air and Fall Foliage, we are ready for Fall Events in Wichita. There’s so much to enjoy this fall, from Pumpkin Patches and Oktoberfests to Fall Bazaars and Holiday Markets. You won’t want to […]

Wichita Children’s Business Fair

Here’s your chance to support local child entrepreneurs. This is a one day Business Fair. These kids came up with a business idea, created a product or service, and built a marketing strategy. Now they will get the opportunity to sell their products to customers at this one-day marketplace. You can support these children as […]

Football in the Park: Naftzger Park in Wichita

Naftzger Park in downtown Wichita is the ultimate destination for Kansas City Chiefs fans looking to catch the excitement of every game. Football at The Park broadcasts each Chiefs game until November 24 on the Naftzer Park big screen, perfect for cheering on the team with fellow fans. – NO details yet for 2025! I […]

Wichita Gem and Mineral Show

The 70th annual Wichita Gem & Mineral Show will showcase Unbelievable Rocks, Minerals, and Fossils again this year! The show is April 26-28, 2024 at the Cessna Activity Center, 2744 George Washington Blvd. in Wichita. Tickets are only $5 at the door for adults, and kids age 12 and younger get in for only $1 […]

Arctic Adventure at Exploration Place

Arctic Adventure at Exploration Place

Arctic Adventure at Exploration Place is an exhibit that is free with general admission. It will not open for 2024, but the Crystal Castle is Open. This exhibit was a winter indoor playground with new activities, returning favorites, and the addition of new spaces – indoors and out! Spanning four exhibit galleries, Arctic Adventure is […]

McCormick School Museum

McCormick School Museum Wichita, science classroom

Wichita’s McCormick School building, designed by architects Proudfoot and Bird, is the oldest school building in Wichita. It’s now a museum that showcases the history of Wichita Public Schools. The McCormick School was built in 1890 and was the seventeenth elementary school in the Wichita Public School system. Tours of the McCormick School Museum are […]

Sunset Concert Series at Hartman Arena: Free

Get out those lawn chairs and blankets because there is a FREE live concert series this Summer at the Hartman Arena parking lot! Beginning July 14, come out every Friday with the family and jam out to live music from your favorite local bands until August 11. Here is what you should bring: Lawn chairs […]

Botanica’s Dino’s at Dusk event Movie Event

Dino at Dusk Celebration

Watch your favorite dinosaur movies in the company of 10 animatronic dinosaurs on August 5th at Botanica’s Dino’s at Dusk event! Bring a blanket or chair to lay back and relax under the stars while enjoying a double feature movie night screening of the Land Before Time and Jurassic World.   Doors open at 6 […]