Overland Park Star Spangled Spectacular

Enjoy a free evening of concerts, food and fireworks at Overland Park Star Spangled Spectacular at Corporate Woods Founders’ Park on July 4, 2025.

Schedule:
5 p.m. – Food trucks open, follow your nose to barbecue, funnel cakes, hot dogs and m...

Celebration in the Park – 4th of July

Time to light up the sky with the best fireworks in the Metro! Spend your 4th of July at Leawood City Park! Enjoy FREE activities for all ages, like mechanical bull rides, rock climbing, inflatables, face painting, caricatures, and more! We'll al...

FRIDAY SUMMER CONCERTS IN THE PARK

Fridays, 6:30pm – 8:30pm
Central Park at Zona Rosa (green space next to Bravo Italian Cucina)
Bring a chair, blanket and friends and enjoy FREE concerts in Zona Rosa’s Central Park this summer. Schedule listed below. Come early for and get dinn...

First Fridays in the Crossroads

First Fridays are a local favorite with galleries and shops remaining open from 7-9 pm the first Friday of each month.

Little Acorns

Join volunteer naturalists for a fantastic journey through forests, streams and other magical places as they read select books.

Saturday Morning Free Program

A 30-minute free program on nature topics will be presented each day. Programs may include a short video, slide show and of course going outdoors to enjoy birds, wildflowers, bugs or a stroll through the park. All ages are welcome. Children under 14

Mother Nature Reads

Bring your children for a fun morning and hear Mother Nature read a story. Make a craft and take it home. Occasionally, a presentation with one of our education animals is given.

Heartland Art Guild Miniature Arts Show

20th Annual Heartland Art Guild International Miniature Paintings and Sculptures Art Show. Over 200 entries, adjudicated, subject matter appropriate for all ages. Artwork is for sale - proceeds to artists and scholarship fund. Free Admission. M-F...

Thomas & Friends: Explore the Rails

Thomas & Friends: Explore the Rails

Crown Center 2450 Grand Blvd, Kansas City, Missouri, United States

All aboard for fun learning adventures with Thomas The Tank Engine as you help him be a "Really Useful Engine." Explore the sights and sounds of the Island of Sodor: visit Knapford Station and the Sodor Steamworks, climb inside Thomas' cab, fix P...

Hike with a Naturalist

If you are looking for guided hikes in Kansas City, our Hike with a Naturalist focuses on habitats around Lakeside Nature Center.

Movie Night on The Lawn at Legends Outlets

Starting Memorial Day Weekend – Watch timeless classics and Hollywood blockbusters every Saturday through October. Bring the family, pack some blankets, and order carryout from one of our many eateries. Full bar service will be available to purch...

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