Theatre for Young America is thrilled to present King Arthur and the Magic Sword. Performed live on Union Station’s City Stage, this classic tale is set in 5th Century Britain, when the Roman Empire is in disarray and Britain warlords continually battle. Raised by Merlin the Magician, Arthur is the only one who can wield the powerful sword, Excalibur, to lead his nation to victory
Out of This World: Music and Stories from Space
Sing, dance, and learn about astronomy along the way. Join local kid rocker Dino O’Dell and special guest Kadesh Flow, a rapper and trombonist, for a fun, interactive show for kids of all ages.
Kids Week (Independence)
Get ready for four nights of high‑energy fun as kids discover that Jesus is the Light of the World! Kids Week is packed with games, music, creativity, and unforgettable moments. Open to incoming 1st–6th graders, doors open at 6:00 PM and the adventure runs 6:30–8:30 PM. Join us as we shine bright, make friends, and learn about the hope and joy found in Jesus!
Miniature Garden Workshops
When:
Saturday, March 21st |10am, 1pm, 3pm
Sunday, March 22nd | 11:30am, 1pm, 3pm
Where:
At Our Shawnee and Liberty Stores
What:
Register today for our Miniature Garden Workshops, hosted exclusively at our Liberty and Shawnee stores. We provide all the materials you need—container, soil, plants, accessories, and top dressing—along with step-by-step guidance to help you create an adorable miniature garden. Your finished garden will be perfect for tabletops, windowsills, bookshelves, shaded gardens, and more. Come with family, friends, or enjoy the fun solo. Register today to reserve your spot!
Brains On!
Brains On! LIVE: Your Brain is Magic!. Reserve Seated Show.
Doors 12PM / Show 1PM Brains On, the wildly popular podcast for kids, is hitting the road with a hilarious science-themed show that takes the audience on an adventure through our brains. Hosts Molly Bloom, Marc Sanchez, and Sanden Totten will be there with magic tricks, dance moves, out-of-body experiences, mystery sounds, and even a game show! All the while, kids (and their grown-ups) learn how our brains take a handful of signals from the eyes and ears and turn them into a vibrant picture of the world.
Shamrock the Block at Green Street
Looking for the perfect way to celebrate St. Patrick’s Day with your little lads and lasses? Join us for Shamrock the Block, a free community block party featuring games, candy, food trucks, and live entertainment!
This year, the luck of the Irish has brought us to a brand-new location: Green Street! We’re transforming the heart of Downtown Lee’s Summit into a giant playground for all ages. Test your skills at mini-golf, paint a ShamROCK with Alyssa’s Wishes, and bounce around with Bubbletastic!
EVENT HIGHLIGHTS:
EVENT HIGHLIGHTS:Live Entertainment: Bring a blanket and grab a spot on the covered lawn to catch performances by the Heartland Irish Dancers, and a puppet show from our friends at Mid-Continent Public Library!
- Gold Coin Hunt: Children ages 8 and younger are invited to hunt for green and gold coins for a chance to win prizes! The countdown kicks off at 10:30 a.m. at Green Street.
Festive Fun: Visit our sponsor booths to play games and fill your bucket with candy!
Lucky Eats: Grab a bite from Chef Aristo’s Curbside & Catering, Indigo Creperie, and Frost Coffee and Tea. They’ll be serving up delicious treats (with plenty of kid-approved options as well!)