They care for our kids, read to them, answer their endless questions, work with them when they’re struggling, and show up for our kids every day from August to May and often in the summer as well. In other words, we owe teachers everything plus a little more on top. Except, “everything” is a smidge […]
The Kansas City Zoo and Aquarium is one of the metro’s most popular destinations for family-friendly fun. If you are planning a trip to the zoo we’ve got everything you’ll need to find the Kansas City Zoo’s tickets, discounts, and free days. There are some Kansas City Zoo discounts available year-round, and the zoo also […]
Are you up for the Kansas City Playground Challenge? Playgrounds are a time-honored, kid-approved classic for keeping kids active and outside (for free!) Kids can soak up the sunshine and run out their wiggles on play apparatuses designed to ignite their imaginations while their parents and caregivers can either join in the fun or take […]
Out of all the Kansas City adventures my family took last year, the Tulip Festival at the Fun Farm was hands down our favorite. When I posted the photos to my social media, everyone wanted to know where we were and if they could go as well. The great news is the Tulip Festival at […]
Like everything else, Valentine’s has gotten expensive, social media has raised the bar to impossibly twee heights, and retail’s penchant for cycling through shopping seasons months in advance means you better plan ahead, like several weeks ahead, because if you don’t, you aren’t likely to find any valentine options in the store. There’s a solution […]
Thinking about how you can paint the town red for Valentine’s Day on a budget? We’ve got you covered with these cheap Valentine’s Day date and gift ideas in Kansas City. There are plenty of ways to show you care, but it’s easy to get carried away and spend a lot of money. Here’s a […]
We all know there’s plenty to do in Kansas City when the weather’s nice, but sometimes the winter months seem to drag on and on. The good news is that there is plenty of FREE and cheap winter fun in Kansas City for both kids and adults. Always be sure to call and verify pricing […]
Have you heard of the Goodwill Date Night Challenge? It’s the perfect game for lovers on a budget. And in this economy, that pretty much describes the majority of us, doesn’t it? Photo credit: Deposit Photos Goodwill Date Night Challenge It’s about having fun with your partner, and looking fabulous! Here’s the game: Grab your […]
It’s Snow Day Season! If you’re looking for free and cheap things to do indoors in Kansas City this week, Kansas City On the Cheap has you covered. We’ve rounded up some of the most popular indoor activities in Kansas City. The best part? Some of them are cheap, and several are FREE. So, enjoy […]
Looking for something free or cheap to do in Kansas City with family or friends? You’ve come to the right place. Here is all the information you’ll need to experience Kansas City on a budget. These are some top picks for fun things to do in Kansas City […]
Interactive map of garage sales, yard sales and estate sales in the metro area.
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