Skip the stuff and give Mom what she actually wants this year: time, connection, and a little breathing room. If you are searching for meaningful Mother’s Day ideas in Kansas City, these thoughtful, experience-based gifts go far beyond flowers and last much longer than anything wrapped in a box.
Read ArticleSt. Patrick’s Day 2026 is almost here, and KC is full of fun events and delicious eats to celebrate the day accordingly! We’ve rounded up...
Read ArticleFrom the Snake Saturday Parade to a post-race bite at Browne’s Irish Marketplace, there’s festive fun for every clan!
Read ArticleSpring is in full swing and Easter is on the way! From Easter egg hunts and photos with the Easter Bunny, we’ve got the perfect...
Read ArticleBy Elena Epstein, Director of the National Parenting Product Awards Sixes & Ones A sleek, portable dice game that blends classic fun with clever twists....
Read ArticleCooler weather has arrived in Kansas City, and it has brought an explosion of color with it! Here are some of the best parks for...
Read ArticleNo tricks here—just treats! Kansas City families have dozens of fun, free, and frightfully festive ways to celebrate Halloween. Browse our list of the best...
Read ArticleLet’s be honest — fall is really just a celebration of that great orange gourd: the pumpkin. A trip to the pumpkin patch is on...
Read ArticleMy family was gathering for a photo under the towering KC Pumpkin Patch sign, and I was doing that awkward mom scan—looking for someone kind...
Read ArticleCelebrate fall in Kansas City! Discover top festivals this October — GloWild, Oktoberfest, Neewollah, farm tours, arts & crafts, rodeos, and more. GloWild: Legends &...
Read ArticleExplore Louisburg Cider Mill’s Country Store, enjoy live music, sip fresh cider, and savor donuts that taste like autumn itself.
Read ArticleFrom pumpkin donuts to pig races and the iconic Mega Slide, Carolyn’s Pumpkin Patch is packed with autumn fun for the whole family.
Read ArticleMake this fall unforgettable with a family trip to Johnson Farms, where fall traditions meet nonstop fun.
Read ArticleExperience a glowing time-travel adventure filled with lanterns, games, rides, and surprises at the Kansas City Zoo’s GloWild: Time Traveler event.
Read ArticleLooking for the best family fun this September in Kansas City? The KC Parent team has rounded up the top events, festivals, and activities happening...
Read ArticleDiscover August festivals in Kansas City—fairs, music, food, and family fun all month long. Your go-to guide for end-of-summer celebrations.
Read ArticleDiscover the best apple picking farms in Kansas City! From cider slushes and tractor rides to pumpkins and corn mazes, explore the perfect autumn getaways for the whole family.
Read ArticleEvery summer and early fall, something magical happens across Kansas! Fields come alive in brilliant waves of yellow as sunflowers stretch toward the sky. Whether...
Read ArticleTurn Good Grades and Great Reads into Free Summer Fun
Read ArticleFrom big city displays to small town charm, the KC metro knows how to celebrate the Fourth. Whether you're after parades, food trucks, or just...
Read ArticleLooking for a sweet summer adventure? This nostalgic and practical guide rounds up the best U-pick farms across the Kansas City area-from strawberries and sunflowers to apples and pumpkins. Packed with parent pro tips and kid-friendly extras!
Read ArticleFrom $2 indoor matinees to free outdoor films under the stars, explore family movie nights, drive-ins, and special screenings happening all summer in KC!
Read ArticleCelebrate May the 4th with BB-8 pancakes, Baby Yoda quesadillas, blue milkshakes, and chewy Chewie cookies-fun and tasty treats from a galaxy not so far...
Read ArticleIt’s time for a romantic overnight getaway near Kansas City! Make memories and stay in a covered wagon at Isinglass Estate, a converted silo at The Silos at Prairie Vale, or a luxury suite at Cedar Crest Lodge.
Read ArticleDon't Touch That Flower by Alice Hemming, illustrated by Nicola Slater, will capture any child with its playful illustrations and delightful lessons about what causes...
Read ArticleGet ready for a season packed with art, music, food, festivals, and family fun across Kansas City and beyond. From colorful street fairs to moving concerts and lively cultural celebrations, there’s something unforgettable waiting for everyone.
Read ArticleFountains, sports, farmers markets and flowers-spring in Kansas City is nothing short of spectacular! Celebrate the season Kansas City-style as vibrant outdoor activities, local flavors...
Read ArticlePlan your summer with KC’s 2025 VBS Guide—faith-filled fun, crafts, and games at free or low-cost VBS spots, sorted by state and date.
Read ArticleStay entertained this winter with Kansas City’s best indoor attractions! From hands-on museums to creative arts, active play, and animal encounters, there’s fun for everyone.
Read ArticleDiscover these fun and family-friendly ways to celebrate the Chiefs’ Super Bowl appearance! From stadium tours to themed treats and crafts, this guide is packed with activities to help you show your Chiefs pride and create unforgettable memories.
Read ArticleFrom Blue Springs, to Shawnee, to Leawood, this is our list of best sledding hills in the Metro. Be active, go sledding, and make memories today!
Read ArticleTreat your family to a delicious steaming bowl from Kansas City’s own eateries where local chefs know how to create tasty, filling and nutritious soups for every palate!
Read ArticleCreate unique planet costumes for Halloween with this fun DIY project! Using balloons, paper mache, and some paint, you can craft vibrant, out-of-this-world costumes with your kids.
Read ArticleFrom apples to pumpkins, crafts to carnivals, ethnic festivals, and much much more… celebrate everything autumn at a local fair.
Read ArticleKansas City is home to local farms, orchards, chocolate shops and factories where many delicious foods are produced right before your eyes.
Read ArticleIf you love Christmas, you’ll love these fun decorations, delicious goods, cute clothes and holiday-inspired toys!
Read ArticleIt’s apple picking season! These local farms are great day trip destinations for families.
Read ArticleSpraygrounds, wakeboarding lessons, daring water rides, pools and waterparks… discover the best places to cool off this summer in KC!
Read ArticleOlivia Bock updated this article on 6/2/25 to replace the concluded Daniel Tiger’s Neighborhood® exhibit with Crown Center’s current summer exhibit. Tip: You'll find many...
Read ArticleNational Dog Day is Aug. 26. Celebrate with a day at the park with your favorite four-legged friend!
Read ArticleSinging “Kumbaya,” telling scary stories around the campfire, sleeping in a bunk bed, sharing sunscreen and bug spray, rolling up a sleeping bag and cooking s’mores-the lore of summer camp is storied!
Read ArticleYour complete guide to new and old Christmas traditions in Kansas City!
Read ArticleThe winners of the National Parenting Product Awards are our top picks for your children this year.
Read ArticleThe whimsy of winter wonderlands awaits at these gardens, parks, and historic sites.
Read ArticleHere’s a list of ways to stay cool midsummer at home and add some excitement into the second half of your kids’ break from school.
Read ArticleFun, indoor activities are a must when the weather gets cooler. Check out one of these great options!
Read ArticleThe Legends, located in Village West in Kansas City, Kansas, is an outdoor shopping center with over 100 businesses across more than a million square feet. Discover great ways to spend a day at The Legends with kids and teens.
Read ArticleIf you’re like many hockey fans and ice skaters you’ve thought that it might be fun to ride… or even better… DRIVE the Zamboni! Now, you CAN at Cable Dahmer Arena in Independence.
Read ArticleSimply say “The Addams Family,” and fingers start snapping. The show is delightfully campy in its spooky, kooky humor, full of fun songs that keep the plot moving, and portrayed delightful by a ghoulishly talented cast. Fans of The Addams …
Read ArticleStretching the family budget while making the most of summer break is every parent’s dream. Celebrate the season with these free and cheap local ideas!
Read ArticleWhen the first issue of KC Parent was published in 1985, Cabbage Patch Kids were at the height of their popularity and appeared under a lot of Christmas trees. Today, top toys include electronics, as well as old favorites such as Legos and …
Read ArticleDo your children ever ask where their food comes from? With Missouri and Kansas both sharing a rich agricultural heritage, KC families can enjoy a tour of local farms and gardens and learn the answers firsthand!
Read ArticleAn urban vacation, an Ozark mountain getaway, wild animals and water adventures, or the opportunity to step back in time… discover 5 fabulous family getaways only 5 hours (or less) from KC!
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