In celebration of International Polar Bear Day, the KCZoo is partying with our polar bear pal, Nuniq! Watch as he enjoys special enrichment and visit with his animal care team during chats at 10:30 am and 2 pm. Don't forget to visit Polar Bear Passage with pawsome activities hosted by Zoo docents! This event is […]
Don't miss the Penguin March outside of Helzberg Penguin Plaza every Saturday and Sunday at 11 am, December through February. This event is included in Zoo general admission and Friends of the Zoo memberships.
Crack the code of the animal kingdom! Ever wonder how scientists sort millions of living things into neat categories? Jump into the world of taxonomy and discover how animals are grouped. Then put your new skills to the test by inventing, naming, and classifying your very own creature. It’s hands-on, imagination-fueled, and perfect for curious […]
Fun Spot: Say it with Color | Lobby Level, Bloch Building | 1–4 pm Join us to create a folded paper artwork using colorful designs. Gallery Activity: Gallery 101 | 1–4 pm Visit gallery 101 to explore more about color in Ancient Egypt with the help of Museum Guide volunteers.
Explore the colorful abstracts of Angeline Rivas and other exciting works in the museum. Budding artists will find inspiration to paint their own canvas masterpiece, experimenting with a variety of painting techniques and tools to bring their ideas to life.
Free Program | No tickers are required Children of all ages and abilities are invited to participate in creative play in the Museum’s education room (second floor) and join the Imagination Play Project for a pop-up workshop. Build with conventional and unconventional materials as well as natural objects. The Imagination Play Project creates opportunities for […]
Zoe’s House + Maranatha Arts Collective present: The Father's Family with special guest, Jason Upton Jason Upton is a singer-songwriter recording artist, worship leader, and storyteller with a deep and personal connection to adoption. Maranatha Arts Collective gathers artists in the Kansas City area to host the presence of Jesus and make His name known […]
Come meet our feline friends! Experience Cedar Cove Feline Conservatory with an experienced guide. See these epic animals and learn about their characteristics and behaviors!
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 Science City 9 Animatronic Dinosaurs Interact with Paleontologists, touch dinosaur bones, compare skulls & More! FREE WITH SCIENCE CITY ADMISSION
Kansas City's original public, outdoor ice skating rink celebrates its 53rd season of great skating fun. Enjoy public ice skating seven days a week (see hours below; closed on Christmas Day) from Nov. 7, 2025, to March 8, 2026. Admission is $10 for Adults and Children 4 years and older. Children under age 4 are […]
Join us in celebration of dynamic Indigenous cultures, at a free festival featuring live performances, demonstrations, artmaking activities, and gallery experiences. General admission to the museum and festival is free. Although you may register for admission upon arrival, we encourage advance registration for a more convenient check-in experience.
Fun Spot: Say it with Color | Lobby Level, Bloch Building | 1–4 pm Join us to create a folded paper artwork using colorful designs. Gallery Activity: Gallery 101 | 1–4 pm Visit gallery 101 to explore more about color in Ancient Egypt with the help of Museum Guide volunteers.