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United We Play

Harry S. Truman Presidential Library 500 US Hwy. 24, Independence

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 […]

Washed Ashore

Topeka Zoo & Conservation Center 635 SW Gage Blvd., Topeka

WASHED ASHORE: ART TO SAVE THE SEA TRAVELING EXHIBIT IN TOPEKA, KANSAS From May through September 2026, the Topeka Zoo & Conservation Center, in collaboration with the Topeka Rotary Club, […]

The Pigeon Comes to Kansas City: A Mo Willems Exhibit

Crown Center 2450 Grand Blvd, Kansas City

The Pigeon Comes to Kansas City: A Mo Willems Exhibit  May 23 - Sept 7: open during store hours You are invited into the imagination, whimsy, and humor of Mo Willems. […]

Lenexa Playground Passport

Lenexa Rec Center 17201 W. 87th St. Pkwy., Lenexa

Go for the goal this summer! Explore Lenexa's playgrounds, solve the secret code and score! Kids ages 2–12 have from May 29 to Aug. 28, 2026, to visit 16 of […]

Summer Camps at Liv Love Collective

Liv Love Collective 6701 west 121st street suite 103, Leawood

Liv Love Collective offers Ready Set Dance classes, Occupational Therapy, Speech, Tutoring, and Social groups. Our dance studio and sensory gym feature a parent lounge, safe play space, and birthday […]

Summer at MCPL: Read, Score, Roar!

MCPL

Kick off a Summer of Reading! Get ready to kick off a Summer at MCPL like no other! With the theme Read, Score, Roar, readers of all ages will sprint […]

The FIFA Fan Festival 

The National WWI Museum and Memorial 2 Memorial Drive, Kansas City

FIFA Fan Festival™ Kansas City at the National WWI Museum and Memorial is an 18-day celebration spanning June-July, is where the heart of the game comes alive. This is your chance […]

Minions & Monsters Movie at Union Station

Union Station 30 West Pershing Road, Kansas City

It's KC's BIGGEST SCREEN and the best-value tickets and concessions. Only at Union Station! JUL 3 — JUL 16 | 12:30PM, 4PM, and 7:30PM This is the rambunctious, ridiculous and […]

Jurassic Journey

Science City at Union Station 30 W. Pershing Rd., Kansas City

Experience a brand-new prehistoric passage featuring animatronic dinosaurs and fossils. Learn how hands-on science reveals dinosaurs that once ruled the ancient world. New limited-time exhibit filling nearly 5,000 saft in […]

Fourth on the Farm

Deanna Rose Children's Farmstead 13800 Switzer, Overland Park

Celebrate Independence Day with fun, games and a whole lot of red, white and blue! Kick off your Fourth of July with old-fashioned games, patriotic lessons and flag etiquette in […]

Red, White & Tru

Harry S. Truman Presidential Library 500 US Hwy. 24, Independence

Museum Hours: 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. Free Fun on the Fourth: 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. Harry S. Truman Presidential Library & Museum 500 West U.S. Highway 24, Independence, […]

Ongoing

Nelson- Atkins Museum of Art Timeless Mucha

Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art 4525 Oak St., Kansas City

Featuring more than 100 works from the Mucha Trust Collection, this exhibition traces Mucha’s rise from a struggling artist in Paris to an international sensation – and explores the enduring […]

Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art Low Sensory Morning

Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art 4525 Oak St., Kansas City

We invite participants into the museum an hour before we open to the public in order to provide a quiet and low-stimulating environment where you can enjoy hands-on artmaking activities […]

The Center of Summer Soccer at Crown Center

Crown Center Square 2450 Grand Blvd., Kansas City

As Kansas City prepares to host the global soccer competition, Crown Center will become “The Center of Summer Soccer” with FREE activities on Crown Center Square to provide family entertainment […]

Eagles Summer Camp

Eagles Gymnastics 209 W. 135th st, Kansas City

At Eagles summer camps your kiddos can expect to learn gymnastics, make obstacle courses, create crafts, play sooooo many gym games and have lessons in yoga, science, cooking & more! […]

Dragons and Fantastic Beasts

Powell Gardens 1609 NW US Hwy. 50, Kingsville

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 […]

Historical Covered Wagon Tours

Pioneer Trails Adventures 223 N. Main St., Independence

Climb aboard an Old West, mule-drawn wagon for an easy tour of the Independence Square, home of three historic “westward ho” trails. Several historical itineraries are offered. They might include: […]

Concerts in the Park: Soca Jukebox

Thompson Park 8045 Santa Fe Drive, Overland Park

Soca Jukebox will light up the stage with a crowd-pleasing blend of Island-Rock, featuring hits from rock to country. The ensemble band includes steel pans, Latin percussion and guitar work. With a cover playlist including musicians like Van Morrison, Santana, the Eagles, Lionel Richie and more, there’s something for everyone to enjoy!

Pete the Cat

Coterie Theatre 2450 Grand Blvd., Suite 144, Kansas City

For Pete the Cat, life is an adventure no matter where you wind up. So, the minute the groovy blue cat meets The Biddles, he gets the whole family rocking. […]

Soccer Central at Chicken N Pickle

Chicken N Pickle: Kansas City 1761 Burlington Street, Kansas City

Join us at Chicken N Pickle for the ultimate Soccer Central watch party experience from June 11 – July 19. Plus, enjoy shareable game-day favorites available all day, every day: […]

Miniature Paintings & Sculpture Art Show

Miami County Historical Museum 12 East Peoria, Paola

21st annual Heartland Art Guild International Miniature Paintings & Sculpture Art Show features almost 200 pieces, FREE to the public to observe. Purchase proceeds go to the artist and an […]

Summer Skill-Building Workshops

Looking for something meaningful and fun for your child this summer? Join our therapist-designed Summer Skill-Building Workshops, where kids grow confidence, learn to manage emotions, and build healthy connections in […]

Lenexa Freedom Run

Old Town Lenexa 13446 Santa Fe Trail Dr., Lenexa

Start Independence Day off with a bang! Whether you are a walker, seasoned runner or somewhere in between, we are excited to have you join thousands in Old Town Lenexa […]

4th of July in Downtown Parkville

Downtown Parkville , Parkville

Parkville 4th of July Celebration Join us for a full day of patriotic fun at the annual 4th of July Celebration in downtown Parkville! More details about the schedule of […]

Jumperoo (toddler time)

Jumperoo (toddler time)
Urban Air Adventure Park Lenexa 8540 Maurer Rd., Lenexa

Jumperoo is a special time when the park opens before normal operating hours to welcome the 5 & under jumpers and their parent/guardian to jump, bounce, & crawl around safely. For $10.99 + socks ($3.49/pair - required) there is access to our Delu...

Lenexa Farmers Market – Saturdays

Lenexa Farmers Market – Saturdays
The Commons: Lenexa Civic Campus 17101 W. 87th St. Pkwy., City of Lenexa

Fresh fruits and vegetables, meat, eggs, dairy, baked goods, market staples, plants and flowers, body care products, ready-to-eat foods, beverages and more. The Lenexa Farmers Market sells only products that […]

Independence Farmers Market

Independence Farmers Market
Independence Uptown Market 211 W. Truman Road, Independence

Our Summer & Fall Farmers Market is BACK! Whether you’re stocking up on fresh, locally grown produce, hunting for handcrafted goods, or just looking for a reason to get outside, […]

Independence Day at Missouri Town

Missouri Town Living History Museum 8010 E Park Rd, Lee's Summit

Celebrate America’s 250th birthday in 19th century style at Missouri Town’s Independence Day event! Our yearly parade through the village, historic craft, historic tradesmen at work, hearth cooking demonstrations, and […]

Independence Day at Missouri Town

Celebrate America’s 250th birthday in 19th-century style at Missouri Town’s Independence Day event! Our yearly parade through the village, historic craft, historic tradesmen at work, hearth cooking demonstrations, and 19th-century […]

Family Storytime

Family Storytime
Johnson County Library - Central Resource Branch 9875 W 87th St, Overland Park

The whole family will enjoy this flexible Storytime. Hearing stories is a great way to spend time with your kids and help them foster a love of reading. Stories, songs, […]

Independence Day: 1860s Style!

Mahaffie Stagecoach Stop and Farm 1200 Kansas City Rd., Olathe

Spend the day exploring how Independence Day was celebrated in the 1860s with living history, hands-on activities, stagecoach rides, and historic demonstrations. Independence Day activities may include: -Reading of the […]

Free Weekend Fun: Nouveau Notes 

Free Weekend Fun: Time for Art
Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art 4525 Oak St., Kansas City

Join us in Bloch lobby to create your own time telling tool! Then join us in the galleries to learn how different civilizations approached the concept of time. Visit Museum Guides to explore both historical and modern methods of telling time in a...