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npx -y onthecheap-mcpAdd this server entry to the mcpServers object in your Claude Desktop config, then restart the app.
{
"mcpServers": {
"io-github-chrischall-onthecheap-mcp": {
"command": "npx",
"args": [
"-y",
"onthecheap-mcp"
]
}
}
}~/Library/Application Support/Claude/claude_desktop_config.json%APPDATA%\Claude\claude_desktop_config.jsonNo remote HTTP endpoint is advertised. Use the package or stdio setup shown in Install.
onthecheap-mcp is an MCP server for On the Cheap MCP — free and cheap events, deals and local guides across 14 US cities. It supports STDIO transport.
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onthecheap-mcp uses STDIO transport. Use the package or command config in Install.
onthecheap-mcp inventory is listed when the MCP endpoint exposes tools, resources, or prompts. Some servers require auth first.
onthecheap-mcp does not advertise a verified auth requirement. If discovery fails, it may still need provider login, an API key, a bearer token, or a session header.
| Package | Registry | Version | Inputs |
|---|---|---|---|
onthecheap-mcpstdio | npm | 0.3.2 | None advertised |