Who let the DOGS out? Join more than 3,000 dogs and dog lovers for a doggone good time at the Kemper Outdoor Education Center! Explore more than 75 booths featuring everything from pet photos and pet supplies to pet sitters and rescue. Take part in contests like Best Trick, Best Kisser, Best Tail-wagger, Best Biscuit Eater, Dog/Owner Look-alikes, and the always-popular Halloween Costume Contest! Participate in Gunny Sack Races, Bobbing for Biscuits, Musical Discs and more! It’s FUN for your dogs… FUN for their pets (that would be YOU!)… and FUN FOR ALL!
Pumpkin Hollow Opening Day
Add Us to Your Fall Bucket List!
Take a horse-drawn hayride down to Pumpkin Hollow, on select dates in October. Make your way through the spider web maze, drive your pedal car down Orrin’s Country Road, scare the crows away at Slingshot Alley, climb with a goat in our Kidz Corral, and enjoy other old-fashioned games and activities before picking your pumpkin to take home – all included in your ticket price!
Tickets must be purchased online in advance—no tickets will be sold onsite at the Farmstead!
Details
Select Dates October 1-26
–Closed on Mondays–
Tues-Thurs 10am-3pm | Fri-Sun 10am-4pm
Deanna Rose Children’s Farmstead
13800 Switzer Rd, Overland Park, KS 66221
Dwell: Women’s Worship Night
Women of all ages are invited to a refreshing evening of worship, encouragement and connection on November 13 at 6:30 pm at Lenexa Baptist Church. Dinner is included, and all are welcome—bring a friend and enjoy this uplifting night as we prepare our hearts for the holiday season. Learn more at lenexabaptist.com.
Halloween Train
No tricks, just treats at our most popular event of the year. Dress to impress and ride along with our costumed crew. The Trunk or Treat school fundraised $5.
Ride the Halloween Train | 10 a.m. – 6 p.m.
Trunk-or-Treat with the Montessori School fundraiser | 10:30 a.m. – 1 p.m.
Costume contest | 1 p.m.
Trains rides are just $1 (Cash only please)
Read, Move, & Groove at The Little Gym- Leawood
Jump into the vibrant world of Read, Move, & Groove at The Little Gym, a fantastic fusion of literature and lively motion tailored for our young gymnasts. As your child dives into mesmerizing tales, they’re also introduced to a symphony of movements, from twirls to tumbles, making each story an active adventure.
Key Features:
- Interactive Storytime: Dive deep into exciting tales that spark imagination.
- Physical Fun: Boost coordination, balance, and agility through engaging movements.
- Rhythmic Delights: Experience the pulse of music and dance as stories unfold.
Holiday Lighting at Zona Rosa
Zona Rosa will kick off the 2025 holiday season with the annual lighting ceremony featuring the historic holiday crowns and our Grand Christmas tree!
Location:
North Park
Saturday, November 22, 2025 4pm – 6pm
Details:
+ Performances by local bands singing holiday tunes
+ Emcees Kerrigan Arnold & Shane Konicki, co-hosts of My KC Live! on KCTV5
+ The Rink at Zona Rosa will be open to skate under the lights!
+ Stop by the Zona tent for a special giveaway* + Zona coupon books
+ Food Trucks
+ Adult beverages: Queen of Acorns (spiked cider, hot chocolate, wine & beer!)
+ The Grinch & Cindy Lou-Who will be hanging out for more photos opportunities (4pm – 6pm)
+ Photo Opps
+ Community Sponsors & Tenant Booths
Santa will make his arrival at 6pm to turn on the holiday lights at Zona Rosa. Be one of the firsts to see the Grand Tree light up for the first time of the season at North Park.
Thank you to our presenting sponsor:
Saint Luke’s North Hospital
Thank you to our event sponsors:
Renewal by Andersen
Life 88.5
*Giveaway while supplies last!