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 […]
Native Arts in Miniature explores diverse tribal traditions, family heritage, and creative innovations expressed by Native American artists working in miniature. Video interviews and written interpretation highlight artists’ voices discussing […]
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 […]
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 […]
The Berlin Wall. A World Divided. combines multiple perspectives and experiences through a unique collection of artifacts, media and diverse testimonies. The exhibition traces the origins and rise of the Cold […]
Get ready for a brick-tastic Halloween adventure at LEGOLAND Discovery Center Kansas City! 🎃 The Minifigure Monsters have taken over with spooky LEGO building challenges, glow-in-the-dark ghost creations, Halloween-themed workshops […]
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 […]
Feel the heartbeat of your story-loving community. At the Heartland Book Festival, the tales we tell draw us together. FRIDAY, OCTOBER 2 Mid-Continent Public Library: Woodneath Library Center Mid-Continent Public […]
Step into Europa for a lively Bavarian celebration filled with authentic German food and beverage, toe-tapping music, and family-friendly entertainment. Each day kicks off with a festive Keg Tapping Ceremony […]
Following the success of Glow-N-Fire in 2025, which won the Pollstar Family Show of the Year award, Hot Wheels Monster Trucks Live™ is thrilled to continue the momentum into 2026 by introducing […]
Celebrating 50 years of Fall Fun! Join us at Fleming Park for the ultimate fall experience. Step inside our historic buildings, where living history interpreters bring to life what autumn […]
September 26th & 27th / October 3rd & 4th As soon as the leaves start showing off, we start dreaming of Ciderfest! 🍁🍎 Get ready for two weekends of classic, […]
Welcome to the Kaw Valley Farm Tour A self-guided tour to visit Northeast Kansas farms & meet the farmers behind it all. Come explore the agriculture and history of the […]
Celebrate spooky season at Worlds of Fun with Tricks and Treats, a family-friendly daytime Halloween event full of mischievous tricks, tasty treats, and spook-tacular entertainment for all ages. This kid-friendly […]
Dolly Days are coming to Johnson Farms! Join us October 3rd & 4th for a special weekend celebrating the woman who inspired this year’s corn maze! 🎶 Dolly-inspired music 🌽 […]
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 […]
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: […]
Families can see autumn from above on ZIP KC's Tower Tour, the attraction's most popular experience. The two-hour adventure crosses the Kansas River valley canopy from Bonner Springs. Participants must […]
The Lucky Rabbit Literature Festival is a multi-day extravaganza October 1st - 3rd featuring an all-star lineup of authors, illustrators, cartoonists, and editors. Come hear from some of the best […]
The Balladeer Theatre CompanyOctober 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 2026 EVENING SHOWS AT 700pmThe Culture House Stage and Studio TheaterOAK PARK MALL - NORDSTROM WING11167 W. 95th St. Experience Louisa May Alcott’s timeless […]
MTKC Pro presents "Matilda the Musical"
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...
Join us for A Special Time For You — a sensory-friendly session created for guests who enjoy a calmer, more relaxed environment. This Event is the first Saturday of each […]
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 […]
Celebrate the fall season at the Downtown Lee’s Summit Farmers Market Harvest Festival on Saturday, October 3rd from 8:00am to noon! Shop fresh, local products from your favorite vendors and […]
Celebrate the fall season at the Downtown Lee’s Summit Farmers Market Harvest Festival on Saturday, October 3rd from 8:00am to noon! Shop fresh, local products from your favorite vendors and […]
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, […]
Saddle up for a family-friendly rodeo featuring food trucks, face painting, a 4-H-hosted petting zoo, evening rodeo performances and more western fun. 2101 S. Jefferson Parkway (Directly across from Harrisonville […]
Join Us at 9 a.m. the First Saturday of Every Month. While Supplies Last.
Run, ride and play while making new friends. The Lenexa Rec Center and the Lenexa Old Town Activity Center open their gyms for kids ages 5 and under from 9 a.m. to […]
Hosted by the IPMS Prison City Modelers, this is an annual model contest and show held in historic downtown Leavenworth, the first city in Kansas. The contest date is October […]
Follow the yellow brick road to Wamego for a magical Oz-themed festival featuring the OZ Costume Contest, Toto Look-Alike Contest, OZ Market, classic car show, Wizard’s Beer & Wine Garden, […]
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, […]
Mother Nature Reads is a fun morning of storytelling for children, given by “Mother Nature.” Make a craft and take it home. Occasionally, a presentation with one of our education animals is given. For more information on our education animals, go here.
Let curiosity take root at Cottonwood Tales! Your little ones are invited to join O.P. the Bookworm, Miss Laurel and friends on the first Saturday of each month (except July) […]
Every Saturday 10am-12pm Parents Skate Free (rentals not included)
EXPLORE THE UNFORGETTABLE POWER OF SUMO AT 28TH ANNUAL GKC JAPAN FESTIVAL! Discover the Japanese cultural secrets of SUMO! Witness the strengths of Tatsuosho, a celebrated retired professional Sumo wrestler […]
Celebrating 50 years of Fall Fun! Join us at Fleming Park for the ultimate fall experience. Step inside our historic buildings, where living history interpreters share what autumn looked like […]
Grandparents… pick up your grandkids and come down to the patch for a fun adventure! All grandparents receive $4.00 off admission at the door all weekend long!
If you are looking for guided hikes in Kansas City, our Hike with a Naturalist focuses on habitats around Lakeside Nature Center. The hikes typically occur on the upper Fox Hollow trail which is primarily covered with rock and accessible for most participants. However, depending on the naturalist, another part of the Fox Hollow trail […]
Come and experience some HANDS-ON family fun! Get the chance to tour, touch, climb, and explore the big machines that keep the Grandview community running! FREE Hot dogs to the first 400 people, free cotton candy, SWAG from city departments ( while supplies last). In the parking lot right next to Meadowmere Park in Grandview, […]
Join us for a free fall festival on Saturday, Oct. 3, from 11 a.m.-4 p.m. at in the Power & Light District! Expect fun activities for all ages including a petting zoo, games, local vendors, treats & more in the heart of downtown Kansas City! Free activities include: • Daniel Tiger from PBS KIDS meet […]
Celebrate Bavarian tradition at Kansas City’s largest traditional Oktoberfest with German-style food, bier, live entertainment and plenty of festive fun.
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...
Touch-a-Truck is just one part of the fun at RoeFest, Roeland Park’s 75th birthday celebration. Families can also enjoy carnival games, face painting, juggling, balloon art, food trucks, an artisan […]
Please join us for afternoon tea just as Mrs. Mahaffie may have served in 1865. Guests will enjoy 2–3 types of tea and an assortment of treats while learning about […]
🎉 IT’S TIME! MARK YOUR CALENDARS! 🎉 We’re beyond excited to announce our 7th Annual McLain’s Bakery Waldo Block Party! Join us on Saturday, October 3rd from 4–7 PM 🥳🎂 […]
GloWild: Hidden Treasure presented by Saint Luke’s returns to illuminate the Kansas City Zoo & Aquarium this fall with an all-new theme. Guests will step into a glowing nighttime expedition, following a mile-long path filled with the excitement of discovery and the thrill of uncovering long-lost riches. Along the way, visitors will encounter scenes inspired […]
Make your GloWild experience even more memorable with A Pirate's Feast, an exclusive family-friendly dining package at the Kansas City Zoo & Aquarium. Join a lively crew of pirates as […]