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! Bring your lawn chairs and some snacks, kick back, and relax! Free Movies at Capital Federal Amphitheater 2023: Sunday, June 25, 6 p.m., Family Camp Sunday, July 30, 6 p.m., […]
You-pick Farms Near Wichita: Apples, Berries, Peaches & More
Every year readers ask me where they can find “you-pick” places in the Wichita area. They’re talking about the orchards and farms where families can go pick fresh produce right off the tree or vine. This is so much fun to do, and it’s a great way to enjoy fresh air and sunshine together as […]
Farmers Markets in Wichita 2023
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 […]
Blue Star Museums: Free Admission for Military Members and Their Families
This year, the Blue Star Museums program will open on Armed Forces Day to Labor Day (It usually starts on Memorial Day). Blue Star Museums offers FREE admission to more than 2,000 museums across America for active-duty military personnel and their families, including National Guard and Reserve, from Memorial Day through Labor Day. It’s a […]
Splash Parks in and around Wichita
Wichita’s newest trending attraction during the summer months is splash parks (aka water playgrounds, splash pads, or play fountains). They are cost-effective and require less maintenance. Therefore, several have popped up in the past few years, funded by the city. In fact, a few run-down city pools in the area have now been replaced with splash […]
FREE Books from Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library
Dolly Parton’s children’s book donation program, Imagination Library, has now expanded to allow EVERY child under age 5 in the state to be eligible! This expansion is possible through increased funding provided to the Kansas Children’s Cabinet and Trust Fund and the Kansas Legislature. The funds supplement local and regional resources to ensure equitable opportunity […]
Rock River Rapids: 1/2 price season passes!
Okay, so I know summer is going by fast, but that doesn’t mean summer is over! We have plenty of time to take advantage of this deal from Rock River Rapids. The waterpark is offering 1/2 price season passes starting July 10, 2023. The water park stays open until August 14, so you can still get […]
FREE Automobilia Moonlight Car Show and Street Party
Automobilia Moonlight Car Show and Street Party will be happening again in Wichita on Saturday, July 8, 2023. It’s FREE to the public. “Automobilia Car Show is One of the Largest Car Shows In The State of Kansas. We block off approximately 2 miles of downtown Wichita streets. We have seven bands playing simultaneously with […]
Wild & Wet Wednesdays at Tanganyika – Kids Get in Free
Wild & Wet Wednesdays are back in June and July 2023 at Tanganyika Wildlife Park. This is an opportunity to bring the whole family at a BIG discount. If you’re looking for a fun and affordable summer activity for the whole family, you need to head to Tanganyika Wildlife Park. Every Wednesday is Wild Wednesday […]
Citywide garage sales near Wichita: 2023
Citywide Garage Sales Here’s our list of 2023 Wichita-area neighborhood and citywide garage sales, which we’ll be updating on a weekly basis. If you haven’t yet, subscribe to Wichita on the Cheap by email so you get the notification when each month’s new sales are added. Garage sale shopping tips: Bring a friend Bring cash, […]
FREE KEYN Summer Concert Series
Looking for something fun and free to do on Friday night in Wichita? The KEYN Summer Concert Series is back this June and July 2023! The FREE concerts will be held outside at Andover Central Park at the Capitol Federal Amphitheater. This concert series is set to captivate music lovers of all ages and provide […]
FREE: Smoke on the Plains, Derby BBQ & Music Fest
The annual Derby BBQ Festival in Derby’s High Park will be lots of fun! It’s this weekend, June 9 & 10, 2023! This is an annual festival that is a family-friendly event with live music, food, kid’s activities. And admission is FREE. They average about 50 professional BBQ teams from the Midwest. Guests can expect […]
Wichita Summer Movies Events & Discounts: $2 Movies & More
Take a break from the heat by taking in a movie. Below is a round-up of the most budget-friendly summer movies in or near Wichita. If you’re looking for inexpensive movie options year-round in Wichita, click here. Have I missed any? Please share it in the comments section below! Keep scrolling to see a list […]
Stearman Field Fathers Day Fly-In
Fun family day! The annual fly-in at Stearman Field in Benton, Kansas will be held this year on June 17th, 2023. This is a time when you get to walk around on the tarmac and get close to the aircraft! You’ll get to see numerous aircraft flying in and out of the airfield that day […]
Free fishing days in Kansas 2023
Here’s a deal for all you part-time anglers out there (like me) who never know whether this will be the year you actually use your fishing license. On Free Fishing Weekend in Kansas you won’t need a license to fish any public Kansas waters. That’s right! Free fishing! No license required, no more handing the pole […]
Wichita Riverfest 2023: June 2 -10
Wichita River Fest is the biggest festival in the Wichita community. This massive event is the region’s largest, longest-running, and most anticipated festival. There’s no shortage of fun activities this year at the Wichita River Festival. This is the best deal of the year. For the price of a button, you get admission into concerts, […]
Free Summer Meals for Kids: Summer Food Program
Wichita public school will offer FREE meals for children and teens across Wichita. Kids and teens ages 1-18 can get healthy meals during the summer months when school is out of session. Adults can get breakfast and lunch as well for a fee. General info about FREE Meals for Kids in Wichita: Breakfast and lunch […]
Walk with Wildlife at the Great Plains Nature Center
This is an activity that could easily become an annual family tradition. Get up close and personal with wildlife at the annual Walk with Wildlife at the Great Plains Nature Center here in Wichita on Saturday, May 20, 2023. It makes for a fun and interesting day spent outside. Really, it’s such a treat! And […]
Bradley Fair Summer Concert Series
The summer concerts at Bradley Fair are among our favorite events of the year, and the best part is that they’re completely FREE! Here are the details for the 2023 Summer Concert series. This summer’s Bradley Fair Summer Concert series begins June 1, 2023. In the past, the concerts have been solely jazz music, but […]
Twilight Tunes on the Terrace at Botanica
Formerly known as “Tuesdays on the Terrace” Botanica is opening a new similar concert series: Twilight Tunes on the Terrace 2023. Relax and unwind this summer at Botanica with their new concert series. Twilight Tunes on the Terrace at Botanica are a summertime treat for grownups. Botanica calls this event a mixing of live music, […]
Wichita area Summer Camps for Kids
Are you looking for a 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 for […]
Free Admission to the Wichita Art Museum
Admission to the Wichita Art Museum was always free on Saturdays, and that was a great deal but NOW admission is always FREE to see the permanent collection. Yes, FREE! The Wichita Art Museum announced on December 22, 2022, that they will now have FREE admission to their permanent collection gallery. This is HUGE news! […]
Where to Walk in Wichita
When the weather is nice, not much is cheaper or more relaxing than taking a walk outside. Thankfully, there are some really great walking trails in Wichita that ensure we never get bored with the scenery. Following is a list of a few that are favorites of my own and those I’ve been told about […]
Ballet of Wichita Free Performances in the Park
One of my favorite free events in Wichita every year is back for Fall 2022. Bring blankets and lawn chairs and enjoy the FREE Wichita Ballet in the Park again this year! The Wichita Ballet will perform a Tom Sawyer at various parks in and around Wichita. Ballet in the Park has been delighting audiences […]
Food Trucks at the Fountain at the Wichita Boat House
Wichita food trucks serve up great food and great entertainment when they get together for Food Trucks at the Fountain at The Wichita Boathouse. This FINAL FRIDAY – Art Show & Party with Xclusive Events. Wichita’s Largest FINAL FRIDAY Party… FREE for all ages to attend… OVER 18 Food Trucks. (check their Facebook page for […]