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Native Arts in Miniature

National Museum of Toys and Miniatures 5235 Oak St., Kansas City

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 […]

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 […]

Jurassic Journey

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 […]

Ongoing

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 Great Christmas Cookie Bake-off!

Union Station 30 West Pershing Road, Kansas City

Theatre for Young America invites you to the Cookie Coliseum! Join us for the musical, The Great Christmas Cookie Bake-off! as eight young cookie chefs battle it out for first prize. In this heartwarming musical intense rivalry gives way to charity, family and forgiveness. Come learn along with the chefs what really makes for a […]

Dr. Seuss’ How the Grinch Stole Christmas! The Musical, at Great Plains Theatre

Great Plains Theatre 215 N Campbell Street, Abilene

Friday December 4 - Sunday, December 20 Evening Performances begin at 7:30pm Wednesday, Thursday, Saturday, and Sunday Matinees begin at 2:00pm The mean green Grinch is making his way to Abilene for the holidays! Your heart will grow three sizes the day you come to see this family-friendly holiday celebration on stage. Featuring the story […]

Slime Time Sundays

Slime Time Sundays
Createarium Art Studio 110 N Bridge St, Smithville

Every Sunday at 1 PM, their studio transforms into a colorful, glittery, sensory-filled slime paradise! Bring the kids (or your inner kid!) for an afternoon of creativity, unique color combos, […]

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...

GloWild: Hidden Treasure

GloWild: Hidden Treasure
Kansas City Zoo & Aquarium 6800 Zoo Dr., Kansas City

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, […]