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 […]
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: 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 May 23 - Sept 7: open during store hours You are invited into the imagination, whimsy, and humor of Mo Willems. […]
Regnier Extreme Screen MAY 29 — AUG 27 | MON — SAT 10:00am One hundred years ago, areas of great natural beauty were declared protected for eternity. A team of […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
Peter Parker devotes his life to protecting New York City as a full-time Spider-Man. But as the demands on him intensify, the pressure sparks a surprising physical evolution that threatens […]
The Theatre in the Park Academy is a youth-centered theatre program focused on learning through process, not pressure. It is a professional educational environment that treats young people seriously, listens […]
📚 Back-to-school savings are here! Missouri Tax-Free Weekend is August 7–9, making it the perfect time to check a few items off your school shopping list while saving on qualifying […]
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 […]
2026 Registration Is Now Open Worlds of Fun Festival of Music is returning in 2026! Don’t miss this chance to be part of the fun and excitement of performing at […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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: […]
Shop over 100,000 items all at once and save 60-90% off retail prices! Since each item is inspected you can rely on us for HIGH QUALITY children's clothing and items […]
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...
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 […]
Mark your calendars and join us every Wednesday and Saturday from April 4th through October 31st at the Downtown Lee’s Summit Farmers Market. Early birds get the best picks between […]
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, […]
The worldwide scouting movement had its birth in the years leading up to the Great War. Continue the long connection between WWI and Scouting with Scout Day at the Museum and Memorial! […]
Friends of the Zoo members can enter early to beat the heat each weekend in July and August.
Join us for one of four 30-minute yoga classes amidst puppy mischief and cuteness in the Great Plains SPCA Training Room in Merriam, Kansas. What a puptatstic way to spend […]
FREE BACK PACKS & SCHOOL SUPPLIES | HEALTH & WELLNESS CHECKUPS | CLOTHING CLOSET | FOOD PANTRY | KIDS GAMES & MORE Lenexa Baptist Church understands that preparing for school […]
Kaleidoscope is a FREE, hands‑on art‑making space in Kansas City designed for kids ages 4 to 12. On the second Saturday of each month, Kaleidoscope offers Sensory-Friendly Sessions, creating a […]
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, […]
Our Living History Interpreters will teach you basic stitches historic embroidery. During our workshop you will make an embroidered sampler inspired by a historic pattern for you to take home. […]
Lanesfield Historic Site is open to the public from 10:00am to 4:00pm on the second Saturday of each month. Admission is free! About the Site The limestone schoolhouse, the last remaining structure in the former town of Lanesfield, is the oldest operating schoolhouse in Johnson County. Students attended from 1869 - 1963 when the school […]
Explore unique stories of American life in a 1920s Kansas town with our special History Highlights Tour Series. This month’s theme is Feeding America - 1920s Truck Farming! What is […]
Winnie-the-Pooh turns 100! Celebrate and learn more about the real-life WWI bear who inspired the “tubby little cubby all stuffed with fluff” with an educational extravaganza for all ages. 10:30 a.m.-2 […]
Good day! We’re excited to share an upcoming Kansas City community celebration that we believe your audience will love! 🎉 The Mail Center KC, Elevate KC, and the Godrick Foundation […]
There's something truly spectacular about the blend between Summer and Autumn when the colors of Kansas scenery create the ideal backdrop for outdoor fun. Over 20 photo ops + 60 […]
Join members of the The Linda Hall's Stella Nova Society for a free Saturday Open House celebrating curiosity, creativity, and STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Mathematics)! Explore the Library through hands-on activities, interactive demonstrations, and engaging experiences designed to inspire learners of all ages. Meet community partners, discover the exciting work happening at The […]
FREE crafts for kids, extra savings for parents Kids get a FREE: Craft, ID badge & lanyard Collector's pin each month + Craft Medallion after completing 6 crafts Extra 10% […]
Exotics R Us brings the zoo to the Library with its collection of unique animals including tortoises, foxes, monkeys, porcupines, and felines.
August 8 @ 11:00 am - 12:00 pm We’re having a rock concert! Join us for The Rockin Rob Show, an interactive and educational musical performance that promotes FUN and […]
Family Program and braiding workshop with Sophie Blackall and Phoebe Wahl
Calling all PAW Patrol lookalike pups! Pet lovers are invited to join the PAW PATROL LOOKALIKE MEET-UP this Saturday, August 8th at CITY DOGs from 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM. Guests will have the chance to receive tickets to the advance screening of PAW PATROL: THE DINO MOVIE, taking place on Sunday, August 9, at […]
Tanger Outlets Kansas City at Legends kicks off the school season with its Back-to-School Bash on Saturday, Aug. 8 from noon–2 p.m. near The Lawn. Families can celebrate their students with live music by a DJ, a kindness wall where guests can write encouraging notes for students and more. The event will also feature a […]
Let’s celebrate the music born from our roots here in the midwest at the Independence Roots Music Fest. Local and regional bands will play on two stages. Food, drinks and […]
Our Mother’s Closet is a free community event designed to support growing families with essential resources, connection, and care. Families are invited to “shop” from a wide selection of new and gently used clothing, accessories, toys, breastfeeding supplies, and other helpful household and baby items — all at no cost. In addition to material support, […]
You are cordially invited to Once Upon a Tea Party: a magical afternoon with dainty tea cups, delicious treats, and whimsical crafts! Meet real-life princesses and dance the hours away […]
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...
Ages: 7 and up, Enrollment Min 5 / Max 10. Looking for a fun and engaging activity for the whole family, a group of friends, or a special date night? […]
Celebrate your Jayhawk pride at The K on Saturday, August 8, as the Royals take on the Chicago Cubs. With the purchase of a theme ticket, you'll score an exclusive […]
You want a full-on, Sir Elton John concert experience? Come to an Elton Dan & The Rocket Band show! Since its inception in 2015, Elton Dan & The Rocket […]