Fall is upon us, and after the record-breaking temperatures we’ve been experiencing, that’s well worth celebrating. What better way to celebrate than by attending some of the best fall festivals in Kansas City? I can practically smell the funnel cakes now. Kansas City On the Cheap has rounded up the best Fall Festivals in the […]
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Free cookies, giveaways and deals at Insomnia Cookies’ Pajama Party
Are you awake? You can’t go to bed without a late-night snack! And a delicious cookie definitely hits the spot — especially when it’s fresh from the oven. Get ready to slip into your coziest PJs and satisfy those late-night cravings at Insomnia Cookies’ 8th annual PJ Party on Sept. 15, 2026. Join the fun […]
‘Pirates’ enjoy free food at Long John Silver’s on Sept. 19
Ahoy, ye frugal mateys! If ye looking for tasty treasures on the cheap, grab an eye patch and sail over to Long John Silver’s for a little fun and FREE food on Talk Like a Pirate Day. Image: Long John Silver’s On Sept. 19, 2026, talk like a pirate at Long John Silver’s and ye […]
This week’s food and dining deals
Here are the latest food deals and freebies in and around Kansas City from our writers and our partners at Living on the Cheap. It’s always wise to make sure the deal is valid at the location you visit. Not all franchise owners participate in all national deals. And sometimes deals are offered for a “limited time,” […]
Wendy’s offers $1 Halloween Boo! Books with 5 free Frosty coupons + $1.99 Kids’ Meal
BOO! This Halloween offer from Wendy’s will definitely leave trick-or-treaters “in the cold”, but in the sweetest way possible. Rather than handing out candy on Halloween night, give the “little monsters” a lesson in saving money by dropping a sweet deal in their bag — a coupon they can redeem for a sweet treat. Wendy’s […]
Get $2 breakfast sandwich every week at McDonald’s for limited time
Good morning, Ronald! McDonald’s is known for its signature breakfast sandwich the Egg McMuffin, among many other favorites. The iconic sandwich features a freshly cracked egg on a toasted English Muffin topped with real butter, lean Canadian bacon and melty American cheese. And, for a limited time, the popular fast-food restaurant is offering a discount […]
Popeyes brings back $6 Big Box with big savings on menu favorites
Popeyes is opening up a big box of savings…again! Bargain hunters know that bundled meal deals are the best option to save money when dining out. They always offer more value than buying each menu item separately. And, if there’s more food than you can eat, you can always save the extra for a midnight […]
Free & cheap things to do this weekend in Kansas City
There’s never a shortage of free and cheap things to do in Kansas City. This calendar list includes events and activities around Kansas City on the weekend. We aim to include a variety of affordable entertainment options, including family fun, live music, festivals, movies, seasonal activities and more. We focus on free and cheap events. […]
Free Friday in the Park concerts in North KC
North Kansas City, in cooperation with the Music Performance Trust Fund, Local 34-627, presents free Friday afternoon summer concerts at Macken Park from June 5 through September 25. Two free evening concerts also are planned in July and August. The Friday in the Park free concerts are from from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. at […]
2026 Pumpkin Festival at Faulkner’s Ranch
Faulkner’s Ranch is a 25-acre ranch that combines food, entertainment and events for family-friendly fun in Kansas City. It’s a great place for local fall fun. Faulkner’s Ranch is open for pumpkin season daily except Mondays from October 3 – October 31st. Faulkner’s Ranch & Pumpkin Farm Admission Admission prices for 2026 are as follows. […]
