Feeling nostalgic for the 80’s and 90’s? Enjoy unlimited classic arcade play at Tapcade in the Crossroads District for only $5. Tapcade also offers a full bar and restaurant menu. Current available games include: Spiderman the video game, Donkey Kong, Smash TV, Killer Instinct 2, Mortal Kombat 2, Captain America and the Avengers, Open Ice, Street […]
Everything Else
Birthday Freebies
One of the good things about being a “cheapskate” is that with a little advance planning, you can do a lot on your birthday for very little cash. Here’s a list of businesses that offer free birthday deals. In many cases, you’ll need to sign up for the establishment’s e-mail newsletter in order to get […]
8 cheap date night ideas
A date night is a way to reconnect as a couple. But you don’t have to have the typical dinner and drinks to make the experience romantic. With a little bit of planning and imagination, your date nights can be memorable and cheap. Become the chef. Instead of going out to dinner, find your favorite […]
Prepay for $10 haircuts at Cost Cutters
Trimming your grooming costs is always good. For a limited time, get a haircut for just $10 at Cost Cutters — when you prepay for four at a time, for a total of $40. With school starting, this might be a wise investment for parents since it can get your son or daughter a cut […]
Earn cash by using the Ibotta app when you shop
The word is spreading about Ibotta, a popular app that lets you receive rebates when you shop, so we want to make sure that you have all the information you need to get started. If you have an smartphone with iOS or Android you can use Ibotta. First, register here. Then you can download the […]
America’s 25 most frugal cities
Guess who made the list! Which cities in the United States have more cheapskates? If you’re looking at coupon use, the most frugal U.S. city is Orlando, whose residents are twice as likely to print out coupons or save them to store loyalty cards as are residents of the average large city, according to Coupons.com. […]
Cheap Gas in Kansas City
I’ve posted this before, but thought it was worth repeating. With gas prices rising, here’s a deal that can help you save money every time you fill up. Check out Kansas City on the Cheap’s Cheap Gas page to find the lowest gas prices in the Kansas City area. This page automatically updates daily. -Julie Henry
Full-Day Phoenix Fest for $10
The Phoenix Jazz Club is turning 20 and celebrating with eight hours of live music on the street at Scamp’s Alley (8th & Central in Kansas City, Missouri) on Saturday, September 18, 2010. Your $10 admission to Phoenix Fest gets you two free drinks, live music, and the opportunity to party with fellow jazz lovers. Here’s the concert lineup: […]
The Best Outdoor Ice Skating Rinks in Kansas City
There’s something quintessentially Christmas about ice skating. The best part is that it’s a winter magic we can conjure long before Christmas, and that lasts long after Dec. 25 has passed. Lucky for us, Kansas City has a few outdoor rinks that bring all the Norman Rockwell vibes. We’ve compiled a list of the best […]
