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 […]
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Have a “GoodWill Date Night” for budget-friendly fun
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 […]
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 […]
Penguin March at the Kansas City Zoo
Don’t miss the 2025 dates to see the Penguin March at the Zoo! This special experience is included FREE with your admission to the Kansas City Zoo. At 11 a.m. the birds strut around the Helzberg Penguin Plaza offering you up-close opportunity view them in action. Their stroll takes about 15 minutes. Check out our […]
FREE Admission to West Bottoms First Festival Weekends
On the first weekend of every month (Friday through Sunday), more than 20 old warehouses in the Historic Kansas City West Bottoms Business District open their doors to the public for West Bottoms First Festival Weekends. Admission is FREE. This event features antiques and vintage merchandise for sale (the warehouses restock each month, so there’s always […]
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 […]
Kansas City Public Library Offers FREE Friday Fun
Public libraries are so often the best source for FREE family entertainment. For instance, the Kansas City Library is holding a cozy, FREE weekly event for the whole family. Kansas City Public Library Friday Night Family Fun Every Friday evening from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m., bring your favorite kiddos to the Kansas City Public Library […]
U.S. National Parks Free Entrance Days for 2025
America’s Best Idea — our national parks — is even better when admission is free! Mark your calendar now for entrance fee-free dates for the coming year. On these dates, FREE entrance is available at any of the U.S. National Parks across the country that normally charge an entrance fee. During the fee-free days, the parks waive entrance fees, […]
