Here is your guide to a frugal Thursday in Wichita! If you are looking for things to do in Wichita, you might as well save some money with these great Deals happening every Thursday. Did we miss anything that you know of? Comment below or send us a social media message with the heads-up!
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Wichita Thursday Deals:
Free Slice of Pie on Thursdays at Spears
Every Thursday, you can go to Spears Restaurant and Pie Shop and get a FREE slice of pie after you purchase any entree. Their pies are made fresh daily and typically have around 28 different kinds.
Take a break from the heat by taking in a movie. Regal East and West are offering $2 movies, every Tuesday and Thursday, all summer long! They will post the times a week in advance, so be sure to check our article for the schedule. *Seasonal
Every Thursday, they have half-price games from 4 pm to close.
Free Animal Feeding at Riverside Park
The FREE zoo exhibit at Riverside Park feeds their animals everyday at noon where you can watch and ask questions about the animals. Afterwards, find a caretaker to get special food for the fish for FREE.
On Thursdays, from 5 – 8 pm, there is their Cheap Skate, where you can skate, and your roller skate rental is just $5.99.
Outdoor Play at Great Plains Nature Center
There is no better space for kids to learn than the outdoors, and there is no better play resource than nature. To provide some enriching outdoor exploration for your kids, GPNC naturalists are creating FREE come-and-go activities, available Thursdays from 10 to 11am! They have new activities each week for preschoolers (age 3-5). No registration is required.*Seasonal
Enjoy two-dollar 12-ounce select beers and two-dollar 16-ounce fountain sodas every Thursday.
This seasonal FREE event takes place on the 3rd Thursdays of the month during the spring and early summer, typically. Enjoy live music, artist exhibits, adult beverages, food trucks, and more! With no purchase necessary, this event is a great way to get the family out, go on an easy date, or simply people-watch and enjoy the quiet city of Derby, KS.
What’s better than a free meal? We tracked down some of the most budget-friendly and kid-friendly restaurants and have listed their specials that include a FREE kid’s meal or a discounted kid’s meal.
Many Wichita restaurants offer daily discounts. Weekdays commonly offer food and drink specials in order to help drum up business on a day not common for restaurant attendance. Be sure to check this list before heading out!
Didn’t feel like packing a lunch for work? Take advantage of our list of lunch specials, most offered at a discount in the neighborhood of $5-$7!
Weekdays are the BEST time to bowl at a discount. Whether you’re honing in your strike skills or taking the kids out for an energetic activity on a school night, be sure to check this list of daily bowling specials to decide which lanes you should visit for a deal.
During the summer months, many of our golfing greens have a sunset or twilight special, giving heavy discounts after 6/7pm. Be sure to check our article for a list of each location and their specific discounts. Check back soon for an update on Fall golf discounts.
What is more satisfying than a shiny car? Even better, do it at a discount! Be sure to check out our list of local carwash and detailing specials before you head in for a squeaky-clean service.
Top FREE Activities in Wichita
Wichita is CHALK FULL of free activity opportunities for you and your family. From experiences outdoors, to special days with free entry, be sure to read our list and make a list of which ones you’d like to enjoy.
Happy Hour Food and Drink Specials
Wichita restaurants and bars go all-out on their happy hour specials. Many of the locations listed in the article not only include drink specials but delicious food discounts, as well! Be sure to check out before you enter your “it’s 5 O’Clock somewhere” state-of-mind!
Additional Thursday discounts to note:
- Starbucks Happy Hour: available to app users only select Thursdays with a buy one, get one free offer
- Throwback Thursday at McDonald’s: McDonald’s app users get certain items for $0.35 or less
- Davis Liquor offers 20% off Wine
- Carousel Skate ICT: 1/2 price skating from 4-5 p.m
Deals that are no longer Running:
Botanica, the Wichita Gardens, is open late on Thursdays from April – October. On Thursday nights, you can get in for just $5. This is a great option to get outside and enjoy the gardens when it’s a bit cooler out in the evenings. *Seasonal
