Pinball! The addictive indoor entertainment you may have forgotten. If you’re looking for something to while away the dog days of summer that includes AC, pinball may be just the thing. This nostalgic arcade game is making a massive comeback, and Kansas City has multiple locations to play. The Best Places to Play Pinball in Kansas […]
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Tips for Enjoying Your Outdoor Spaces in Kansas City
Spring is here! And it’s the perfect time to jazz up your outdoor spaces in Kansas City. Whether it’s a small patio or a big backyard, let’s make it awesome with some easy, fun upgrades. Guest Post by Rela Catucod Photo Credit: Deposit Photos 6 Tips to Spice Up Your Outdoor Space This Spring Grab […]
Cheap Gift Ideas for Teacher Appreciation Week
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 […]
Kansas City Zoo Tickets, Discounts and FREE Days
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 […]
Take On the Kansas City Playground Challenge
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 […]
FREE and Cheap Winter Fun in Kansas City
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 […]
Free and Cheap Things to Do Indoors in Kansas City This Week
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 […]
Experience Kansas City On A Budget
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 […]
Eat & Play At These Kansas City Board Game Cafes
Whether you’re looking for a way to while away a rainy evening or for a one-stop-shop date idea, these Kansas City board game cafes are sure to provide you and your crew with hours of chatting, snacking, and strategizing. When did playing games with our friends turn into small talk sessions? How did we allow […]
FREE Craft Activities at Lakeshore Learning
Lakeshore Learning is sparking creativity and learning in young minds with FREE kids’ learning events one or two Saturdays a month from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. The events are geared for kids ages 3 and up. The next two events will be: Saturday, January 11, 2025 Saturday, January 25, 2025 Lakeshore Learning is at Merriam […]




















