Events

Friday, June 1, 2018, is National Doughnut Day (or National Donut Day, depending on who you ask). To celebrate, some Kansas City area national chains are giving away FREE donuts (at participating locations). Here are the deals: Dunkin’ ... Read More »

When it's hot in Kansas City, you can't beat water fun at a swimming pool, aquatic center, water park, swim beach or lake. The following is a list of FREE or cheap swimming places in Kansas ... Read More »

Are you looking for something fun and engaging for your kids to do over the winter break in Kansas City? Kansas City on the Cheap is here to help with some frugal options for keeping everyone ... Read More »

From May 26 through September 3, 2018, Crown Center is putting on a new Trivial Pursuit: A 50-State Adventure exhibit for kids. Admission is FREE. Here's a synopsis of the exhibit from the Crown Center website: "This pretend trek across ... Read More »

On June 1-June 4th, the Old Shawnee Days Festival will take place in Shawnee Town. Admission is FREE. This event includes a carnival ($), live music and other entertainment, a parade, kids' games, a pie and ... Read More »

When it's hot in Kansas City, you can't beat water fun at a swimming pool, aquatic center, water park, swim beach or lake. The following is a list of FREE or cheap swimming places in Kansas ... Read More »

Are you looking for something fun and engaging for your kids to do over the winter break in Kansas City? Kansas City on the Cheap is here to help with some frugal options for keeping everyone ... Read More »

From May 26 through September 3, 2018, Crown Center is putting on a new Trivial Pursuit: A 50-State Adventure exhibit for kids. Admission is FREE. Here's a synopsis of the exhibit from the Crown Center website: "This pretend trek across ... Read More »

When it's hot in Kansas City, you can't beat water fun at a swimming pool, aquatic center, water park, swim beach or lake. The following is a list of FREE or cheap swimming places in Kansas ... Read More »

Are you looking for something fun and engaging for your kids to do over the winter break in Kansas City? Kansas City on the Cheap is here to help with some frugal options for keeping everyone ... Read More »

On June 1-June 4th, the Old Shawnee Days Festival will take place in Shawnee Town. Admission is FREE. This event includes a carnival ($), live music and other entertainment, a parade, kids' games, a pie and ... Read More »

From May 26 through September 3, 2018, Crown Center is putting on a new Trivial Pursuit: A 50-State Adventure exhibit for kids. Admission is FREE. Here's a synopsis of the exhibit from the Crown Center website: "This pretend trek across ... Read More »

When it's hot in Kansas City, you can't beat water fun at a swimming pool, aquatic center, water park, swim beach or lake. The following is a list of FREE or cheap swimming places in Kansas ... Read More »

Are you looking for something fun and engaging for your kids to do over the winter break in Kansas City? Kansas City on the Cheap is here to help with some frugal options for keeping everyone ... Read More »

From May 26 through September 3, 2018, Crown Center is putting on a new Trivial Pursuit: A 50-State Adventure exhibit for kids. Admission is FREE. Here's a synopsis of the exhibit from the Crown Center website: "This pretend trek across ... Read More »

Join the Northeast Arts KC organization for its annual Chalk Walk Festival at the fountain at Concourse Park. Admission is FREE. Chalk Walk is a family-friendly event where kids and parents can join local, amateur, and practicing artists to create everything from ... Read More »

This summer, the City of Lee's Summit is putting on FREE and Cheap Summer Shows and Concerts at Legacy Park Amphitheater. For the events that require tickets, there's small concenience fee for buying them in advance. The ... Read More »

When it's hot in Kansas City, you can't beat water fun at a swimming pool, aquatic center, water park, swim beach or lake. The following is a list of FREE or cheap swimming places in Kansas ... Read More »

Are you looking for something fun and engaging for your kids to do over the winter break in Kansas City? Kansas City on the Cheap is here to help with some frugal options for keeping everyone ... Read More »

From May 26 through September 3, 2018, Crown Center is putting on a new Trivial Pursuit: A 50-State Adventure exhibit for kids. Admission is FREE. Here's a synopsis of the exhibit from the Crown Center website: "This pretend trek across ... Read More »

When it's hot in Kansas City, you can't beat water fun at a swimming pool, aquatic center, water park, swim beach or lake. The following is a list of FREE or cheap swimming places in Kansas ... Read More »

Are you looking for something fun and engaging for your kids to do over the winter break in Kansas City? Kansas City on the Cheap is here to help with some frugal options for keeping everyone ... Read More »

From May 26 through September 3, 2018, Crown Center is putting on a new Trivial Pursuit: A 50-State Adventure exhibit for kids. Admission is FREE. Here's a synopsis of the exhibit from the Crown Center website: "This pretend trek across ... Read More »

Join the Northeast Arts KC organization for its annual Chalk Walk Festival at the fountain at Concourse Park. Admission is FREE. Chalk Walk is a family-friendly event where kids and parents can join local, amateur, and practicing artists to create everything from ... Read More »

When it's hot in Kansas City, you can't beat water fun at a swimming pool, aquatic center, water park, swim beach or lake. The following is a list of FREE or cheap swimming places in Kansas ... Read More »

Are you looking for something fun and engaging for your kids to do over the winter break in Kansas City? Kansas City on the Cheap is here to help with some frugal options for keeping everyone ... Read More »

From May 26 through September 3, 2018, Crown Center is putting on a new Trivial Pursuit: A 50-State Adventure exhibit for kids. Admission is FREE. Here's a synopsis of the exhibit from the Crown Center website: "This pretend trek across ... Read More »

Join the Northeast Arts KC organization for its annual Chalk Walk Festival at the fountain at Concourse Park. Admission is FREE. Chalk Walk is a family-friendly event where kids and parents can join local, amateur, and practicing artists to create everything from ... Read More »

The Northtown Arts Coalition, North Kansas City Parks, and the City of North Kansas City are hosting Arts in the Park at Macken Park this weekend, June 8-9, 2018. Admission is FREE. Enjoy live music, entertainers, ... Read More »

When it's hot in Kansas City, you can't beat water fun at a swimming pool, aquatic center, water park, swim beach or lake. The following is a list of FREE or cheap swimming places in Kansas ... Read More »

Are you looking for something fun and engaging for your kids to do over the winter break in Kansas City? Kansas City on the Cheap is here to help with some frugal options for keeping everyone ... Read More »

From May 26 through September 3, 2018, Crown Center is putting on a new Trivial Pursuit: A 50-State Adventure exhibit for kids. Admission is FREE. Here's a synopsis of the exhibit from the Crown Center website: "This pretend trek across ... Read More »

When it's hot in Kansas City, you can't beat water fun at a swimming pool, aquatic center, water park, swim beach or lake. The following is a list of FREE or cheap swimming places in Kansas ... Read More »

Are you looking for something fun and engaging for your kids to do over the winter break in Kansas City? Kansas City on the Cheap is here to help with some frugal options for keeping everyone ... Read More »

From May 26 through September 3, 2018, Crown Center is putting on a new Trivial Pursuit: A 50-State Adventure exhibit for kids. Admission is FREE. Here's a synopsis of the exhibit from the Crown Center website: "This pretend trek across ... Read More »

The Northtown Arts Coalition, North Kansas City Parks, and the City of North Kansas City are hosting Arts in the Park at Macken Park this weekend, June 8-9, 2018. Admission is FREE. Enjoy live music, entertainers, ... Read More »

When it's hot in Kansas City, you can't beat water fun at a swimming pool, aquatic center, water park, swim beach or lake. The following is a list of FREE or cheap swimming places in Kansas ... Read More »

Are you looking for something fun and engaging for your kids to do over the winter break in Kansas City? Kansas City on the Cheap is here to help with some frugal options for keeping everyone ... Read More »

From May 26 through September 3, 2018, Crown Center is putting on a new Trivial Pursuit: A 50-State Adventure exhibit for kids. Admission is FREE. Here's a synopsis of the exhibit from the Crown Center website: "This pretend trek across ... Read More »

Join the Northeast Arts KC organization for its annual Chalk Walk Festival at the fountain at Concourse Park. Admission is FREE. Chalk Walk is a family-friendly event where kids and parents can join local, amateur, and practicing artists to create everything from ... Read More »

When it's hot in Kansas City, you can't beat water fun at a swimming pool, aquatic center, water park, swim beach or lake. The following is a list of FREE or cheap swimming places in Kansas ... Read More »

Are you looking for something fun and engaging for your kids to do over the winter break in Kansas City? Kansas City on the Cheap is here to help with some frugal options for keeping everyone ... Read More »

From May 26 through September 3, 2018, Crown Center is putting on a new Trivial Pursuit: A 50-State Adventure exhibit for kids. Admission is FREE. Here's a synopsis of the exhibit from the Crown Center website: "This pretend trek across ... Read More »

Join the Northeast Arts KC organization for its annual Chalk Walk Festival at the fountain at Concourse Park. Admission is FREE. Chalk Walk is a family-friendly event where kids and parents can join local, amateur, and practicing artists to create everything from ... Read More »

When it's hot in Kansas City, you can't beat water fun at a swimming pool, aquatic center, water park, swim beach or lake. The following is a list of FREE or cheap swimming places in Kansas ... Read More »

Are you looking for something fun and engaging for your kids to do over the winter break in Kansas City? Kansas City on the Cheap is here to help with some frugal options for keeping everyone ... Read More »

From May 26 through September 3, 2018, Crown Center is putting on a new Trivial Pursuit: A 50-State Adventure exhibit for kids. Admission is FREE. Here's a synopsis of the exhibit from the Crown Center website: "This pretend trek across ... Read More »

Join the Northeast Arts KC organization for its annual Chalk Walk Festival at the fountain at Concourse Park. Admission is FREE. Chalk Walk is a family-friendly event where kids and parents can join local, amateur, and practicing artists to create everything from ... Read More »

When it's hot in Kansas City, you can't beat water fun at a swimming pool, aquatic center, water park, swim beach or lake. The following is a list of FREE or cheap swimming places in Kansas ... Read More »

Are you looking for something fun and engaging for your kids to do over the winter break in Kansas City? Kansas City on the Cheap is here to help with some frugal options for keeping everyone ... Read More »

From May 26 through September 3, 2018, Crown Center is putting on a new Trivial Pursuit: A 50-State Adventure exhibit for kids. Admission is FREE. Here's a synopsis of the exhibit from the Crown Center website: "This pretend trek across ... Read More »

Join the Northeast Arts KC organization for its annual Chalk Walk Festival at the fountain at Concourse Park. Admission is FREE. Chalk Walk is a family-friendly event where kids and parents can join local, amateur, and practicing artists to create everything from ... Read More »

When it's hot in Kansas City, you can't beat water fun at a swimming pool, aquatic center, water park, swim beach or lake. The following is a list of FREE or cheap swimming places in Kansas ... Read More »

Are you looking for something fun and engaging for your kids to do over the winter break in Kansas City? Kansas City on the Cheap is here to help with some frugal options for keeping everyone ... Read More »

From May 26 through September 3, 2018, Crown Center is putting on a new Trivial Pursuit: A 50-State Adventure exhibit for kids. Admission is FREE. Here's a synopsis of the exhibit from the Crown Center website: "This pretend trek across ... Read More »

This summer, the City of Lee's Summit is putting on FREE and Cheap Summer Shows and Concerts at Legacy Park Amphitheater. For the events that require tickets, there's small concenience fee for buying them in advance. The ... Read More »

When it's hot in Kansas City, you can't beat water fun at a swimming pool, aquatic center, water park, swim beach or lake. The following is a list of FREE or cheap swimming places in Kansas ... Read More »

Are you looking for something fun and engaging for your kids to do over the winter break in Kansas City? Kansas City on the Cheap is here to help with some frugal options for keeping everyone ... Read More »

From May 26 through September 3, 2018, Crown Center is putting on a new Trivial Pursuit: A 50-State Adventure exhibit for kids. Admission is FREE. Here's a synopsis of the exhibit from the Crown Center website: "This pretend trek across ... Read More »

This summer, the City of Lee's Summit is putting on FREE and Cheap Summer Shows and Concerts at Legacy Park Amphitheater. For the events that require tickets, there's small concenience fee for buying them in advance. The ... Read More »

When it's hot in Kansas City, you can't beat water fun at a swimming pool, aquatic center, water park, swim beach or lake. The following is a list of FREE or cheap swimming places in Kansas ... Read More »

Are you looking for something fun and engaging for your kids to do over the winter break in Kansas City? Kansas City on the Cheap is here to help with some frugal options for keeping everyone ... Read More »

From May 26 through September 3, 2018, Crown Center is putting on a new Trivial Pursuit: A 50-State Adventure exhibit for kids. Admission is FREE. Here's a synopsis of the exhibit from the Crown Center website: "This pretend trek across ... Read More »

Join the Northeast Arts KC organization for its annual Chalk Walk Festival at the fountain at Concourse Park. Admission is FREE. Chalk Walk is a family-friendly event where kids and parents can join local, amateur, and practicing artists to create everything from ... Read More »

When it's hot in Kansas City, you can't beat water fun at a swimming pool, aquatic center, water park, swim beach or lake. The following is a list of FREE or cheap swimming places in Kansas ... Read More »

Are you looking for something fun and engaging for your kids to do over the winter break in Kansas City? Kansas City on the Cheap is here to help with some frugal options for keeping everyone ... Read More »

From May 26 through September 3, 2018, Crown Center is putting on a new Trivial Pursuit: A 50-State Adventure exhibit for kids. Admission is FREE. Here's a synopsis of the exhibit from the Crown Center website: "This pretend trek across ... Read More »

On Father's Day, June 17, 2018, dads get FREE admission to the Kansas City Zoo. Visitors will also learn how dads of the Animal Kingdom take care of their families. Especially Radi, who looks out for ... Read More »

When it's hot in Kansas City, you can't beat water fun at a swimming pool, aquatic center, water park, swim beach or lake. The following is a list of FREE or cheap swimming places in Kansas ... Read More »

Are you looking for something fun and engaging for your kids to do over the winter break in Kansas City? Kansas City on the Cheap is here to help with some frugal options for keeping everyone ... Read More »

From May 26 through September 3, 2018, Crown Center is putting on a new Trivial Pursuit: A 50-State Adventure exhibit for kids. Admission is FREE. Here's a synopsis of the exhibit from the Crown Center website: "This pretend trek across ... Read More »

Join the Northeast Arts KC organization for its annual Chalk Walk Festival at the fountain at Concourse Park. Admission is FREE. Chalk Walk is a family-friendly event where kids and parents can join local, amateur, and practicing artists to create everything from ... Read More »

When I was in elementary school, I voraciously read R.L. Stein's Goosebump series. I was excited to learn that the Coterie Theatre will present R.L. Stein's "Goosebumps Phantom of the Auditorium Musical" from June 20-August ... Read More »

When it's hot in Kansas City, you can't beat water fun at a swimming pool, aquatic center, water park, swim beach or lake. The following is a list of FREE or cheap swimming places in Kansas ... Read More »

Are you looking for something fun and engaging for your kids to do over the winter break in Kansas City? Kansas City on the Cheap is here to help with some frugal options for keeping everyone ... Read More »

From May 26 through September 3, 2018, Crown Center is putting on a new Trivial Pursuit: A 50-State Adventure exhibit for kids. Admission is FREE. Here's a synopsis of the exhibit from the Crown Center website: "This pretend trek across ... Read More »

When it's hot in Kansas City, you can't beat water fun at a swimming pool, aquatic center, water park, swim beach or lake. The following is a list of FREE or cheap swimming places in Kansas ... Read More »

Are you looking for something fun and engaging for your kids to do over the winter break in Kansas City? Kansas City on the Cheap is here to help with some frugal options for keeping everyone ... Read More »

From May 26 through September 3, 2018, Crown Center is putting on a new Trivial Pursuit: A 50-State Adventure exhibit for kids. Admission is FREE. Here's a synopsis of the exhibit from the Crown Center website: "This pretend trek across ... Read More »

When I was in elementary school, I voraciously read R.L. Stein's Goosebump series. I was excited to learn that the Coterie Theatre will present R.L. Stein's "Goosebumps Phantom of the Auditorium Musical" from June 20-August ... Read More »

Mc'Alister's Deli is holding its 10th annual Free Tea Day on Thursday, June 21, 2018. On FREE Tea Day, participating restaurants will give everyone a FREE glass of the restaurant's famous Sweet Tea. If you ... Read More »

When it's hot in Kansas City, you can't beat water fun at a swimming pool, aquatic center, water park, swim beach or lake. The following is a list of FREE or cheap swimming places in Kansas ... Read More »

Are you looking for something fun and engaging for your kids to do over the winter break in Kansas City? Kansas City on the Cheap is here to help with some frugal options for keeping everyone ... Read More »

From May 26 through September 3, 2018, Crown Center is putting on a new Trivial Pursuit: A 50-State Adventure exhibit for kids. Admission is FREE. Here's a synopsis of the exhibit from the Crown Center website: "This pretend trek across ... Read More »

This weekend, June 22-23, 2018, the annual Briar Fest Summer by the River Music Festival will be held at Mulberry Lake (Friday) and EH Young Park (Saturday). Admission is FREE. This event includes live music, fireworks, and more. ... Read More »

This weekend, June 22-23, 2018, downtown Gladstone is holding its annual Food. Art. Drink. event in Linden Square. Admission is FREE. This event includes live music by local bands, food trucks ($), a beer garden ($), and ... Read More »

When it's hot in Kansas City, you can't beat water fun at a swimming pool, aquatic center, water park, swim beach or lake. The following is a list of FREE or cheap swimming places in Kansas ... Read More »

Are you looking for something fun and engaging for your kids to do over the winter break in Kansas City? Kansas City on the Cheap is here to help with some frugal options for keeping everyone ... Read More »

When it's hot in Kansas City, you can't beat water fun at a swimming pool, aquatic center, water park, swim beach or lake. The following is a list of FREE or cheap swimming places in Kansas ... Read More »

Are you looking for something fun and engaging for your kids to do over the winter break in Kansas City? Kansas City on the Cheap is here to help with some frugal options for keeping everyone ... Read More »

From May 26 through September 3, 2018, Crown Center is putting on a new Trivial Pursuit: A 50-State Adventure exhibit for kids. Admission is FREE. Here's a synopsis of the exhibit from the Crown Center website: "This pretend trek across ... Read More »

When I was in elementary school, I voraciously read R.L. Stein's Goosebump series. I was excited to learn that the Coterie Theatre will present R.L. Stein's "Goosebumps Phantom of the Auditorium Musical" from June 20-August ... Read More »

When it's hot in Kansas City, you can't beat water fun at a swimming pool, aquatic center, water park, swim beach or lake. The following is a list of FREE or cheap swimming places in Kansas ... Read More »

Are you looking for something fun and engaging for your kids to do over the winter break in Kansas City? Kansas City on the Cheap is here to help with some frugal options for keeping everyone ... Read More »

From May 26 through September 3, 2018, Crown Center is putting on a new Trivial Pursuit: A 50-State Adventure exhibit for kids. Admission is FREE. Here's a synopsis of the exhibit from the Crown Center website: "This pretend trek across ... Read More »

When I was in elementary school, I voraciously read R.L. Stein's Goosebump series. I was excited to learn that the Coterie Theatre will present R.L. Stein's "Goosebumps Phantom of the Auditorium Musical" from June 20-August ... Read More »

The Kansas City T-Bones are offering some fantastic promotions for the 2018 baseball season. Before you head to the park, be sure to check out their nightly promos and calendar for the best ticket deals, ... Read More »

When it's hot in Kansas City, you can't beat water fun at a swimming pool, aquatic center, water park, swim beach or lake. The following is a list of FREE or cheap swimming places in Kansas ... Read More »

Are you looking for something fun and engaging for your kids to do over the winter break in Kansas City? Kansas City on the Cheap is here to help with some frugal options for keeping everyone ... Read More »

From May 26 through September 3, 2018, Crown Center is putting on a new Trivial Pursuit: A 50-State Adventure exhibit for kids. Admission is FREE. Here's a synopsis of the exhibit from the Crown Center website: "This pretend trek across ... Read More »

When it's hot in Kansas City, you can't beat water fun at a swimming pool, aquatic center, water park, swim beach or lake. The following is a list of FREE or cheap swimming places in Kansas ... Read More »

Are you looking for something fun and engaging for your kids to do over the winter break in Kansas City? Kansas City on the Cheap is here to help with some frugal options for keeping everyone ... Read More »

From May 26 through September 3, 2018, Crown Center is putting on a new Trivial Pursuit: A 50-State Adventure exhibit for kids. Admission is FREE. Here's a synopsis of the exhibit from the Crown Center website: "This pretend trek across ... Read More »

When I was in elementary school, I voraciously read R.L. Stein's Goosebump series. I was excited to learn that the Coterie Theatre will present R.L. Stein's "Goosebumps Phantom of the Auditorium Musical" from June 20-August ... Read More »

When it's hot in Kansas City, you can't beat water fun at a swimming pool, aquatic center, water park, swim beach or lake. The following is a list of FREE or cheap swimming places in Kansas ... Read More »

Are you looking for something fun and engaging for your kids to do over the winter break in Kansas City? Kansas City on the Cheap is here to help with some frugal options for keeping everyone ... Read More »

From May 26 through September 3, 2018, Crown Center is putting on a new Trivial Pursuit: A 50-State Adventure exhibit for kids. Admission is FREE. Here's a synopsis of the exhibit from the Crown Center website: "This pretend trek across ... Read More »

When I was in elementary school, I voraciously read R.L. Stein's Goosebump series. I was excited to learn that the Coterie Theatre will present R.L. Stein's "Goosebumps Phantom of the Auditorium Musical" from June 20-August ... Read More »

When it's hot in Kansas City, you can't beat water fun at a swimming pool, aquatic center, water park, swim beach or lake. The following is a list of FREE or cheap swimming places in Kansas ... Read More »

Are you looking for something fun and engaging for your kids to do over the winter break in Kansas City? Kansas City on the Cheap is here to help with some frugal options for keeping everyone ... Read More »

From May 26 through September 3, 2018, Crown Center is putting on a new Trivial Pursuit: A 50-State Adventure exhibit for kids. Admission is FREE. Here's a synopsis of the exhibit from the Crown Center website: "This pretend trek across ... Read More »

When I was in elementary school, I voraciously read R.L. Stein's Goosebump series. I was excited to learn that the Coterie Theatre will present R.L. Stein's "Goosebumps Phantom of the Auditorium Musical" from June 20-August ... Read More »

Summit Theatre Group presents Disney's 'The Lion King Jr. Musical' on Friday, June 29, 2018 at Lee's Summit West High School. General admission is $7. Student tickets (8th grade and under) are $5. Showtimes are 1 p.m. ... Read More »

When it's hot in Kansas City, you can't beat water fun at a swimming pool, aquatic center, water park, swim beach or lake. The following is a list of FREE or cheap swimming places in Kansas ... Read More »

Are you looking for something fun and engaging for your kids to do over the winter break in Kansas City? Kansas City on the Cheap is here to help with some frugal options for keeping everyone ... Read More »

From May 26 through September 3, 2018, Crown Center is putting on a new Trivial Pursuit: A 50-State Adventure exhibit for kids. Admission is FREE. Here's a synopsis of the exhibit from the Crown Center website: "This pretend trek across ... Read More »

When it's hot in Kansas City, you can't beat water fun at a swimming pool, aquatic center, water park, swim beach or lake. The following is a list of FREE or cheap swimming places in Kansas ... Read More »

Are you looking for something fun and engaging for your kids to do over the winter break in Kansas City? Kansas City on the Cheap is here to help with some frugal options for keeping everyone ... Read More »

From May 26 through September 3, 2018, Crown Center is putting on a new Trivial Pursuit: A 50-State Adventure exhibit for kids. Admission is FREE. Here's a synopsis of the exhibit from the Crown Center website: "This pretend trek across ... Read More »

This summer, the City of Lee's Summit is putting on FREE and Cheap Summer Shows and Concerts at Legacy Park Amphitheater. For the events that require tickets, there's small concenience fee for buying them in advance. The ... Read More »