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Enjoy extraordinary shows, exhibits, and family fun. Our top picks for May in Kansas City are here:
For more inspiration, check out these seasonal guides:
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May 27, 2023 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Fairy Tale Village
Classic children’s tales come to life when families visit Fairy Tale Village. Enter an enchanted world where kids can interact with characters from their favorite stories and discover a world of make-believe around every corner.
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Apr 6, 2023
Legoland: City of Champions
During this new event, you will get to test your skills to complete challenges and become the ultimate LEGO City Champion
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May 1, 2023 - May 15, 2023
Remake Learning Days KC
Remake Learning Days KC invites families to have fun learning together as the greater Kansas City area becomes the classroom with more than 150 events across the city May 1-15. An engaging itinerary from creators and organizations across the area...
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Jul 21, 2025 9:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
Gym for Me
Lenexa Old Town Activity Center
Your little one can let out some energy while having fun meeting others their age at Gym for Me. This activity provides kids a place to run, ride and play while making new friends.
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Aug 4, 2025 9:00 a.m. - noon
Sensory-Friendly Days
Come enjoy the Johnson County Museum and KidScape in a comfortable, low-sensory environment. This limited-occupancy session is designed specifically for children with sensory processing differences and Autism Spectrum Disorders, and their familie...
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Feb 11, 2023 10:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.
FUNVILLE: What do you want to be?
Will your child be a firefighter, a schoolteacher, a race car driver, or maybe, President of the United States? In FUNVILLE, children experience grown-up occupations in a kid-friendly setting.
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Apr 4, 2023
Don't Let The Pigeon Drive The Bus! The Musical
Whatever you do, don’t let the Pigeon star in his own musical production! Featuring an innovative mix of actors, puppets, songs, and feathers—plus a script written by Mo Willems.
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May 20, 2023 1:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Armed Forces Day
Celebrate the brave men and women who serve our country at our upcoming Armed Forces Day event! Join us on May 20 as we pay tribute to the dedicated service of our armed forces.
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May 21, 2023
Shawnee Mission Park Adventure Race
Come take a hike off the beaten path of the most visited park in the state of Kansas at the 2023 Shawnee Mission Park Adventure Race. Racers will enjoy hundreds of acres of nature, hiking, and biking trails, as well as beautifully preserved prairie g
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Jul 18, 2025 10:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
Splash With Me: Lenexa Rec Center
Let your little ones splash, play and build confidence in the water during this morning swim time just for them. Soft toys are welcome. Swim diapers and swim suits are required for children that are not bathroom trained.
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May 4, 2023 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Star Wars Day
Kanga's Indoor Playcenter and Cafe
If you love Star Wars as much as we do hop on in to celebrate May the 4th with us! Wear your favorite Star Wars gear to get $7.99 entry per child PLUS a wookie cookie. We will be jammin' to the soundtracks and have the movies/shows on our big scr...
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May 5, 2023
Mermaids at Sea Life
Are You Ready for a Mer-mazing Adventure? Come face-to-fin with real-life mermaids at SEA LIFE Kansas City! Watch mermaids swim in our Ocean Tunnel with sharks, stingrays, sea turtles, and more!
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May 21, 2023 5:00 p.m. - 6:30 p.m.
Lenexa's Outdoor Concert Series
Bring your lawn chairs or blankets and a picnic dinner and enjoy a variety of live music in a lovely outdoor setting at the Grand Pavilion.
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Jun 3, 2023 10:00 a.m. - 8:00 p.m.
AKMA Art Fair
The AKMA is fulfilling its mission to promote emerging artists in the region with its second annual AKMA Art Fair. Featuring fine artists from across the region, this is the perfect moment to discover original artwork while supporting local artists.
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May 23, 2023 7:30 p.m. - 9:30 p.m.
National Geographic Live Presents Designed by Nature Kakani Katija, Bioengineer
Kauffman Center for the Performing Arts
As a child, Dr. Kakani Katija dreamed of being an astronaut. She trained as an aerospace engineer but eventually became captivated by an even less explored environment than space: our Earth’s oceans. As a bioengineer, instead of searching space f...
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May 24, 2023 6:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.
Jammin’ on the Green: Vine Street Rumble Jazz Orchestra
Join us for another season of Shawnee’s hottest FREE concert series – Jammin' on the Green! Our season kicks off with the phenomenal Vine Street Rumble Jazz Orchestra on Wednesday, May 24 at 6:30 pm! Under the direction of Kent Rausch, this 14...
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May 6, 2023
Kansas City Northern Miniature Railroad Rides
Ride the Best Railroad in KC; Where the FUN NEVER STOPS!
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May 26, 2023 5:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.
Downtown Olathe Fourth Friday
We can’t wait to see you this summer at our Fourth Fridays celebrations in downtown Olathe. Join us and enjoy great kids’ activities, live music, food trucks, and more!
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May 28, 2023 5:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m.
Celebration at the Station
In collaboration with KCPT (Kansas City PBS) and generously supported by Bank of America, the KC Symphony will present Bank of America Celebration at the Station on the grounds of Union Station and the National WWI Museum and Memorial.
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May 27, 2023
Oceans of Fun Opening Day
Oceans of Fun splashes down on Memorial Day weekend for its 41st season! Ring in another cool summer at the Midwest’s biggest water park. Your wet and wild summer starts at Oceans of Fun.
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