September Public Party at MY Play Cafe
We noticed something… and we wanted to do something about it. We’ve seen so many moms in Northland asking: “Where can I meet other moms?” “My little one needs some […]
Ciderfest 2026
September 26th & 27th / October 3rd & 4th As soon as the leaves start showing off, we start dreaming of Ciderfest! 🍁🍎 Get ready for two weekends of classic, […]
Shawnee’s Fall Festival at Family Tree Nursery
September 26, 2026 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM September 27, 2026 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM Join us for a weekend of family fun as our Shawnee location transforms into […]
Big Shoal Country Fair
Open to the Public with FREE Admission to the Grounds and Fun Zone for kids of all ages! Buy a $5.00 wristband which allows access to the Petting Zoo, Jr […]
Chinese Harvest Celebration
Celebrate the Mid-Autumn Festival with dragon and lion dances, storytelling and mooncake demonstrations.
KC Pumpkin Patch Fall Festival & Pumpkin Patch Opens
Fall Festival & Pumpkin Patch at KC Pumpkin Patch Bring the kids, grab the fall treats, take the pumpkin photos and spend the day making the kind of memories that […]
2026 Plaza Art Fair
Now in its 95th year, the Plaza Art Fair is one of the longest-running and most celebrated art festivals in the country. Held on Kansas City’s historic Country Club Plaza, […]
Lee’s Summit Oktoberfest
Live Entertainment, Local Beer and Family-Friendly Fun All Weekend Long! Enjoy Kids Street, arts and crafts, German meals, beer and brat tents, the Biergarten, Rootbiergarten, German dancers and more. […]
The Gathering at Golden Hour
September 22, 2026 5:00 PM – September 22, 2026 8:00 PM Moments to connect. Moments to savor. Moments to remember. As the equinox marks the shift between seasons, our greenhouses […]
Pumpkin Hollow at Deanna Rose Farmstead Opens
Take a horse-drawn hayride down to Pumpkin Hollow on select dates this fall. Make your way through the spider web maze, drive your pedal car down Orrin’s Country Road, scare […]
Rhea Lana’s of The Legends Sale
Rhea Lana’s offers families a convenient way to purge their gently used children’s items! The perks offered to our consignors are unparalleled. Shoppers love saving hundreds at our uber-organized, one-stop-shopping […]
Car Seat Cleaning Pop-up at Inspired Play Cafe
The Patchening- Pumpkin Patch Opens
The Patchening HOURS September 19 – October 31, 2026 Fri – Sun (For Families) U-pick pumpkins, corn maze, hayrides, and farm animals. Open Friday through Sunday, 9am – 6pm. Groups […]
Alma’s Way: Explore Your City
Join Kansas City PBS for free family fun! You are invited to Alma’s Way: Explore Your City on Saturday, Sept.19, for a morning of learning, creativity and fun at Science […]
Family Fun Day
Families will find resources, tips and encouragement to create healthier habits! Vendors at Family Fun Day will promote: physical activity, healthy eating, mental health & wellness, safety, education and more.
Hallmarket: A Hallmark Art Festival
This community-favorite event on Crown Center Square highlights the artistic talents of current Hallmark employees and retirees. Each artist will be onsite for the event, giving you the chance to […]
Deaf Cultural Festival
Explore ASL through hands-on art, performances and workshops with ASL and live English interpreters.
Carolyn’s Pumpkin Patch 2026 Season Opens
Carolyn’s Pumpkin Patch in Liberty, Missouri Carolyn’s Pumpkin Patch is a family-friendly fall destination in Liberty, MO, near Kansas City, offering pumpkins, kid-friendly attractions, wagon rides, food, school tours, birthday […]
Rhea Lana’s of Lee’s Summit Sale
Rhea Lana’s of Lee’s Summit will have over 300 families selling thousands of gently used, HIGH-QUALITY children’s clothes, shoes, toys, books, baby equipment, gently used maternity clothes, and much much […]
Fellowship of the Field Picnic
Enjoy second breakfast, costumes, vendors, the Po-Tate-Os Sack Race and a leaf craft.
Skate Jam
Roll into one of Lenexa’s coolest parks for an evening of action sports, music and fun. Show off your skills, enjoy live beats from a DJ, grab food truck fare […]
Regency Ball at the Fort
You are cordially invited to join us for a ball at Fort Osage! Festivities will include period English country dancing under the open sky and light refreshments. Experience dancing is […]
Run For the Hornbills
The Kansas City Zoo Run is a 4 and 1 mile walk/run created to benefit the Kansas City Zoo’s Conservation efforts and spotlight a new animal each year. This is […]
Camp Leavenworth Festival
Come one, come all to experience the charm of Leavenworth! Enjoy rockin’ entertainment and brand-new adventures for all ages throughout the festival grounds with carnival rides, food trucks, camp-style fun […]
Friday Fall Concerts in the Park
Announcing the 2026 Zona Rosa Fall Concerts in the Park! Fridays, 6:30pm – 8:30pm Central Park at Zona Rosa (green space next to Bravo Italian Cucina) Bring a chair, blanket […]
Terra Luna
Immerse yourself in a spellbinding experience created exclusively for the Overland Park Arboretum & Botanical Gardens by Quixotic! The limited-engagement multimedia installation guides guests on a wild journey through the […]
Baby Rave
It’s never too early to hit the dance floor! Join us for the ultimate morning dance party for babies and their grown-ups alike! Recommended for ages 0-4, Baby Rave is […]
Dream Big Day at Worlds of Fun
Dream Big Day at Worlds of Fun brings our community comes together to celebrate hope, fun and brighter futures for kids. The day will feature an optional celebration parade through […]
Lenexa Spinach Festival
Local flavor, live entertainment and leafy greens. Hailed as the Spinach Capital of the World in the 1930s, Lenexa celebrates its history with a free, family-friendly event packed with food, […]
Cause for Celebration: Challenger All-Star Classic
There’s a special kind of joy in the air when YMCA Challenger athletes take the field, and on September 12, you can be right there to feel it. For 20 […]
Moo-vie Night at the Farmstead
🎥 August 29 & September 12 Bring your blanket and join us on the lawn and enjoy the free movie on the big screen. Come early and enjoy the Farmstead […]
Movie Night
Join us in Downtown Overland Park for the annual movie night under the stars featuring Remember the Titans. 🎥🏈 ✔️Saturday, September 12 ✔️6PM-9PM | Movie starts at 7PM 📍 Clock […]
A Pirate’s Feast at GloWild
Make your GloWild experience even more memorable with A Pirate’s Feast, an exclusive family-friendly dining package at the Kansas City Zoo & Aquarium. Join a lively crew of pirates as […]
Farm Fest 2026
BoysGrow’s annual Farm Fest is back! Sunday, September 13 • 12 PM – 3 PM FarmFest is our largest event of the year showcasing local food, drinks, and activities for […]
Wheels & Dreams Car, Truck, and Bike Show
A Shawnee tradition continues! The Wheels & Dreams Car, Truck, & Bike Show is one of the most consistently attended shows in the region, attracting over 5,000 spectators and 300 […]
Louisburg Cider Mill Family Farm Opens
Louisburg Cider Mill Family Farm Corn Maze and Pumpkins Each year, there is a brand-new theme for the 10-acre corn maze—ranging from spooky creatures to local favorites like Lost Trail […]
Tiny Explorers Stroller Adventures
Get rolling on a tour for children ages two and under and their grown-ups, featuring hands-on activities and mindful art moments.
Johnson Farms Plants and Pumpkins Opens
Johnson Farms Plants and Pumpkins U-Pick From August to October, we offer U-Pick apples in our orchard. Enjoy a bountiful harvest featuring varieties like Honey Crisp, Gala, Fuji, and more […]
Terra Luna – Adults Only
Immerse yourself in a spellbinding experience created exclusively for the Overland Park Arboretum & Botanical Gardens by Quixotic! The limited-engagement multimedia installation guides guests on a wild journey through the […]
Fall Harvest Container Workshops at Family Tree
Save the date for our Annual Fall Harvest Container Workshops, hosted at each of our three retail stores. At this event, we provide all the materials needed to create a […]
Disney’s Newsies
Follow Jack Kelly as he rallies young newsboys to fight unfair conditions in this musical inspired by a true story.
Pizza & Paint Night: Kids Art Club
Your Next Creative Adventure Starts Here! Check out our FIVE FUN FALL FRIDAY night Pizza & Paint classes. Kick off the weekend with art, pizza, and fun! Kids ages 5–12 […]
GloWild: Hidden Treasure
GloWild: Hidden Treasure presented by Saint Luke’s returns to illuminate the Kansas City Zoo & Aquarium this fall with an all-new theme. Guests will step into a glowing nighttime expedition, […]
Fall Homeschool Days
Join us for Fall Homeschool Days! We’re exploring the world of Laura Ingalls Wilder with Little House on the Prairie-inspired activities. Experience historical demonstrations, hands-on activities, and a stagecoach ride. […]
Hummingbird Festival
Celebrate the Ruby Throated Hummingbird as they prepare to migrate. Presentations and activities scheduled throughout the weekend that will intrigue any bird lover! Thursday, September 3: 10 a.m. – 6 […]
Night at the Arboretum
Experience the Arboretum after dark! See and learn about live hawks from Operation Wildlife, stargaze with the Astronomical Society of Kansas City, and take a glow hike at 5 p.m. […]
Dragons and Fantastic Beasts
Embark on a magical journey through Powell Gardens where life-size dragons and magnificent creatures await around every turn. During Dragons and Fantastic Beasts, guests are invited to explore, play, and […]
Sport and Spectator Exhibit
June 12, 2026 – December 6, 2026 H. Tony and Marti Oppenheimer Gallery; Dean E. Thompson Gallery, First Floor FREE and open to the public Sport and Spectator celebrates […]
Everyday Democracy: Life, Liberty, and the Pursuit of Happiness in Johnson County
Democracy isn’t only written in founding documents or decided at the ballot box — it’s lived every day. For 250 years, people across the United States have claimed, challenged, and […]
United We Play
FROM SANDLOTS TO STADIUMS, FIRST FAMILIES TO YOUR FAMILY, EXPERIENCE AN ALL-NEW, ALL-STAR EXHIBITION CELEBRATING THE SPORTING SPIRIT. As Kansas City welcomes the world for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, the Harry […]