Many parents are probably looking for fun, kid-friendly entertainment and activities this summer. Here are some ideas for FREE and cheap summer fun for kids in Kansas City in 2019 (click on the links below for more details). I’ll add to the list as I find more, so make sure you check back. Also, if […]
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FREE Admission to Art Westport
The 42nd Art Westport festival is happening September 9-11, 2022 in the Westport district of Kansas City, MO. Admission is FREE. Exclusive to local artists, Art Westport features original art, jewelry and fine crafts in an outdoor festive atmosphere. There will also be live music and food vendors. Art Westport 2022 Schedule Are Westport happens […]
FREE Fall Family Festival
Kansas City Community Gardens hosts a FREE Fall Family Festival Saturday, September 17 at the Beanstalk Children’s Garden. This event happens from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. and includes yard games, fruit and vegetable tastings, bug exhibits, garden crafts, hand painting, a scavenger hunt and more. Kansas City Community Gardens is located at 6917 Kensington […]
Regal Cinemas launches movie subscription pass — starts at $18 per month
With the end of MoviePass, Regal Cinemas is now jumping into the movie subscription game. Frugal film fanatics can join its new Regal Unlimited program for blockbuster savings. With the annual movie subscription pass, you can watch as many movies as you want, as many times as you want. Even better, whenever you want, wherever […]
CANCELLED: Cass County Fair July 14-19 2020
UPDATE: The Cass County Fair scheduled for July 14-19, 2020 has been cancelled due to remaining unknowns around public health concerns. Many of the events at the fair are FREE including all musical entertainment, livestock shows, car show, indoor exhibits, etc. Motocross, ATV Races, Demolition Derby, Rodeos and Tractor Pull are $13.00 for adults, children 5-12 […]
Free Englewood Art Walk
On the third Friday of every month, the galleries and art studios in the Englewood Station Arts District hold an art walk to showcase local and national artists. Admission is free. This event, which runs from 5:30 to 9:00 p.m., includes a rotating collection of art from more than four dozen local and regional artists, street performers, music, refreshments, and more. […]
FREE or Cheap Kids’ Activities in Kansas City
There are a lot of FREE and cheap activities for kids in Kansas City year round. Regardless of whether you have babysitting duties, are planning an outing for visiting nieces and nephews or need something for your own kids to do, this is the place to get a look at some of the top things […]
FREE Admission to Bingham-Waggoner Antique and Craft Fair
Get your antiquing and crafting fix at the 32nd annual Bingham-Waggoner Antique and Craft Fair held from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, July 13, at the Bingham-Waggoner Estate. Admission is FREE. This long-running sale features more than 100 antique dealers and crafters on the grounds of the estate. Original crafts, antiques and outstanding collectibles […]
Dave & Buster’s – save big on all-day gaming packages for two
The links in this post are special. When you make a purchase through one of these links, Kansas City on the Cheap might earn a commission at no additional cost to you. Groupon is offering a Dave & Buster’s all-day gaming package for two for $25. This is normally a $70 expense so that’s more […]
Liberty Fest 4th of July Festivities
Celebrate Independence Day at Liberty Fest on Sunday, July 3. Liberty Fest happens July 3 at the Capitol Federal Sports Complex in Liberty, MO from 6 to approximately 10:30 p.m. Admission to Liberty Fest is FREE. Families can enjoy fun activities including food trucks, live music, a beer garden and fireworks at this Independence Day […]