Enjoy extraordinary shows, exhibits, and family fun. Our top picks for October in Kansas City are here:
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Sep 1, 2022
GloWild at the Kansas City Zoo
See the Kansas City Zoo in a whole new light this fall with a new, completely unique and immersive nighttime experience, GloWild. This lantern festival will be the largest of its kind in the Midwest.
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Sep 21, 2022
Harvest Festival at Silver Dollar City
Experience Silver Dollar City's Harvest Festival featuring Craft Days filled with NEW artisans each week and Pumpkins In The City by night with thousands of illuminated pumpkins with non-frightful fun for the entire family!
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Union Station KC
Oct 1, 2022
Harry Potter Day
Are you ready for a magical day at Science City? Prepare your robes and ready your wands for a magic filled day celebrating Harry Potter! Spend the day making your own wands, discover how to care for magical creatures, read the stars, and so much...
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Jan 28, 2023
MAYA: The Great Jaguar Rises
Taking a cultural-ecological approach, MAYA gives a holistic image of Maya culture and shows how it has developed over time in relation to its environment – from its classical peak to the present.
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Sep 17, 2022
The Great Pumpkin Fest at Worlds of Fun
Hooray for fall! Hop on your tractor, pirate ship or witch’s broom and hurry on over for a super-sized celebration of all things fall at Worlds of Fun’s Great Pumpkin Fest.
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LEGOLAND® Discovery Center Kansas City
Sep 30, 2022 - Oct 31, 2022
Brick or Treat Monster Party at Legoland
Scary fun awaits at LEGOLAND Discovery Center Kansas City during our Brick-or-Treat event beginning September 30 - October 31! During this time when guests say "Brick-or-Treat", our 'monster hosts' get into the Halloween spirit with all types of ...
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Sep 20, 2022
Akeelah & The Bee
A girl with natural spelling talent from the South Side of Chicago, young Akeelah Anderson is forced to expose her hidden smarts when her principal pushes her to participate in the school spelling bee.
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SEA LIFE Aquarium Kansas City
Sep 30, 2022 - Oct 31, 2022
Tricks and Treats at Sea Life
This Halloween season, join Serafina the Sea Witch for a frighteningly fun time! She loves looking after her ocean home and keeping her fellow sea creatures safe. She's created some magical challenges to find those who are worthy to join her army...
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Disney's Winnie the Pooh
Oct 15, 2022 11:00 a.m. - noon
'Disney’s Winnie the Pooh: The New Musical Stage Adaptation'
Disney's iconic Winnie the Pooh, Christopher Robin and their best friends Piglet, Eeyore, Kanga, Roo, Rabbit and Owl (oh… and don't forget Tigger too!) come to life in this beautifully crafted musical stage adaptation.
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Louisburg Cider Mill
Sep 24, 2022
44th Annual Ciderfest at Louisburg Cider Mill
Ciderfest activities begin with the Louisburg Lions Pancake Breakfast from 8 a.m. – 11 a.m. Other activities include live music starting at 11 a.m., cider and donut making, pony rides, and inflatable slides throughout the day until 6 p.m.
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Portrait by former President George W. Bush
Oct 13, 2022
Portraits of Courage at the Truman Presidential Library
Harry S. Truman Presidential Library
PORTRAITS OF COURAGE: A COMMANDER-IN-CHIEF'S TRIBUTE TO AMERICA'S WARRIORS. The Harry S. Truman Presidential Library & Museum is the only venue nationwide selected to host the paintings this year.
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Tanganyika Wildlife Park...
There is a magical zoo right in the heart of Kansas (near Wichita) where you can experience unbelievable animal interactions.
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Jun 1, 2022
Washed Ashore
Washed Ashore is a traveling exhibit featuring giant sea life sculptures made entirely of marine debris collected from beaches to graphically illustrate the tragedy of plastic pollution in our ocean and waterways.
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Jan 28, 2023
Cedar Cove: Public Tours
Cedar Cove Feline Sanctuary and Educational Center
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!
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Apr 30, 2022
KC Northern Railroad Train Rides
Experience the Best, Most Affordable, Family-Friendly amusement in KC! Kids and Young-at-Heart love to ride the Miniature Railroad. Only open through the end of October. Every Sat 10-6 Sun 12-6. Kids, parents, and grandparents all love it.
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courtesy of Bari Koral
Oct 1, 2022 11:00 a.m. - noon
MTC Kids Jam - Yogapalooza with Bari Koral
The MTC Kids Jam concert series is specially designed with families in mind! Join us in the MTC lobby at 10 a.m. for art activities led by the Nerman Museum of Contemporary Art, followed by a 60-minute concert with an acclaimed children’s musician.
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Feb 6, 2023 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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Oct 7, 2022 4:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Harvesting Hope
You're invited to a homegrown gathering that benefits the vulnerable children and families Growing Futures serves in Johnson County on October 7th from 4pm-8pm. Kick off the night with a sip & shop from local vendors followed by dinner and dr...
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Oct 8, 2022 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Chuckwagon Cookoff/Sorghum Saturday
Mahaffie Stagecoach Stop and Farm
We always look forward to harvesting the sorghum and boiling it down to make molasses. Wear your work boots and jeans because you have the chance to get in the fields with the Mahaffie staff and volunteers during this event.
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Oct 14, 2022 1:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Base Ball, 1860s Style!
Mahaffie Stagecoach Stop and Farm
Olathe schools are out for the day, so join us for a base ball game, 1860s Style! We will review the original rules and take a look at the uniforms before playing a laid-back game on the Mahaffie grounds.
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JCPRD
Oct 15, 2022 1:00 p.m. - 2:45 p.m.
JCPRD's Whimsical Woods
There’s nothing scary about this enchanted forest. Costumed characters will delight and entertain audiences of all ages. Meet with the Good Fairy and Forest Friends. Live animals, stories, and surprises will highlight childhood favorites. Group s...
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Oct 20, 2022
Tell-Tale Electric Poe
One actor…one musician delivering Poe stories and poems with musical lines and retorts from a reactive electric guitar! This show overflows with poetry, riffs, ghosts and morbid prose floating in an atmospheric setting.
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Oct 21, 2022 5:00 p.m. - 11:00 p.m.
Dark Forest at Powell Gardens
Presented in partnership with Quixotic, Powell Gardens ushers in fall with an immersive, multimedia walk-through installation in the woods.
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Oct 30, 2022 7:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.
Piff the Magic Dragon and Puddles Pity Party 'The Misery Loves Company' tour
These satin-adorned down-and-outers have been pals since meeting ages ago at the Edinburgh Fringe Festival. Now, they’re world-famous and traveling the world. Not bad for two “losers” from “America’s Got Talent.”
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JCPRD
Oct 22, 2022 9:00 a.m. - 2:30 p.m.
JCPRD's Cars in the Park
Shine up your vintage or contemporary car, truck, hot rod, or motorcycle because it is time to show them off at JCPRD’s Cars in the Park Show held at Theatre in the Park. This event is for all ages and a DJ will be playing some golden oldies. The...
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Oct 22, 2022 6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Halloween on The Lawn
Save the date for Halloween on The Lawn at Legends Outlets! Get your costume ready and get in the Halloween spirit with a free, family-friendly event.
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JCPRD
Oct 28, 2022 5:00 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.
JCPRD JamBOOree
Join us for a BOO-tastic family night in Heritage Park featuring Halloween-themed activities, thrills, chills, treats, and a feature movie presentation of “Monsters, Inc.” at sunset. This is a free event that encourages participants to make a don...
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Oct 29, 2022 10:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.
Halloween Party Ride at Kansas City Northern Miniature Railroad
Costume Contest 1 pm gifts by Kansas City Railroad, Spooky Skate 2-4 pm hosted by KC Parks Community Center, free admission for children in costume and goody bags for first 75.
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Oct 29, 2022 9:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Boo at the Zoo
Celebrate Halloween with a not-so-scary, safe trick-or-treating experience. Bring the kiddos in their family-friendly costumes and join the fun. Trick-or-treat bags will be provided. Enjoy fun fall activities for the whole family, including a pin...
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Union Station KC
Oct 29, 2022 5:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Spookfest 2022
Science City at Union Station Kansas City invites you to celebrate our annual Spookfest. Featuring a night of educator-led activities, hands-on demonstrations, and a special laser Spooktacular Music Show. Show up dressed in your best costume to b...
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Oct 29, 2022 8:00 p.m. - 11:00 p.m.
Spooky Cosmic Bowling at Mission Bowl
Join us for a spooky cosmic bowling $20 a person 3 hours of bowling and shoes $100 gift certificate to our pro shop for the best Halloween costume
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Kevin McCoy
Oct 30, 2022 11:00 a.m. - noon
Great Plains SPCA- Best in Show
Enter your pet in the Best In Show Pet Show and join us for a virtual brunch where the winner will be announced! This is a free, virtual event that features a silent auction, raffle, pet show final and a presentation on GPSPCA’s life-saving work....
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Oct 29, 2022 11:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Westbrooke's Great Pumpkin Derby
Spectators and Racers are invited to cheer on their favorite Pumpkin Race cars, enjoy a hot dog lunch, yard games, face painting, a moon bounce, and more!
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Oct 29, 2022 3:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.
Trick or Treat OFF the Street
Mahaffie Stagecoach Stop and Farm
Dress in your Halloween costume, collect candy, make crafts and experience life on an 1860s farm!
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Oct 27, 2022 4:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Enchanted Forest: Lenexa
For one night only, Sar-Ko-Par Trails Park is transformed into The Enchanted Forest, where there is something to delight even the smallest of Halloween revelers.
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City of Lenexa
Oct 28, 2022 6:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.
Friday Night Sound Bites Costume Contest
Come in costume, gobble up grub and enjoy thrilling music at our Halloween-inspired Friday Night Sound Bites. Listen to local band Faded Stranger and try a bite from guest food truck KB's Smokehouse. Children’s costume contest at 6:45 p.m. Adult ...
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Oct 29, 2022 3:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.
BOO & BREW
Boo-gie at this live concert event with performances by Michael Jackson and Bruno Mars tribute band, JAM, with Thriller dances happening hourly. Spectacular aerial performances by KC Aerial Arts are a not-to-be-missed attraction.
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City of Lenexa
Oct 21, 2022 - Oct 31, 2022
Fall-O-Ween Yard Tour
Welcome the beauty of fall and the playfulness of Halloween. Residents and businesses will decorate their properties for your delight and enjoyment. Grab some treats, load up the car, and take a self-guided tour of boo-tiful Lenexa using our inte...
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St. Joseph Museums, Inc.
Oct 9, 2022 1:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Imagineer Club - Spooktacular Science
In honor of Halloween we will be hosting our annual program to explore Spook-tacular Science, including mummies, arachnids, things that glow, haunted houses and much more. Activities are geared towards grades K-6, but other students are welcome. ...
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City of Lenexa
Oct 22, 2022 8:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
Truck or Treat
Lenexa Municipal Services Service Center
This event is a Halloween machine. Watch monstrous equipment demolish pumpkins and learn how City workers keep Lenexa in fang-tastic shape with fun, hands-on activities. Don’t forget to have the kids wear a costume and bring a treat bag. Free adm...
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Kansas City Zoo
Oct 1, 2022 9:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Hoots and Howls - Fairies, Mermaids & Dragons, OH MY!
It's a magically mythical weekend at the Kansas City Zoo! All mythical creatures are welcome as our fairy friends fly around the zoo meeting with guests. Keep your eyes open for mythical beasts as you venture through our pint-size hay maze, and d...
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Kansas City Zoo
Oct 15, 2022 9:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Hoots and Howls - Friends of the Force
Find the droids you are looking for this weekend only at the Kansas City Zoo as the 501st Legion joins us from a galaxy far, far away. Enjoy fun fall activities for the whole family, including a pint-sized hay maze, photo ops, and more! Our anima...
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Kansas City Zoo
Oct 22, 2022 9:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Hoots and Howls - Ghostbusters
Join us at the Kansas City Zoo as the Midwest Ghostbusters take over, they'll be meeting guests and getting rid of ghosts from 10 AM - 3 PM. Stop by to explore the Ecto-car, Family-friendly costumes are encouraged!
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Oct 28, 2022
Meet a Mermaid
Come face-to-fin with a real mermaid as they swim through the Ocean Exhibit with sharks, sea turtles, and other tropical fish. You can also take a photo on the dry land with these captivating sea maidens.
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Kansas City Zoo
Oct 8, 2022 9:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Hoots and Howls - Beastly Bash
Let your inner beast ROAR! Join us at the Kansas City Zoo in your most wild costumes for a weekend of animal-themed Halloween fun! Enjoy fun fall activities for the whole family, including a dance party with DJ Joe, a pint-sized hay maze, and mor...
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Kansas City's Halloween Guide
From Trick or Treat Events to Puppet Shows, Spooky Storytimes to Halloween Concerts, Mad Science Demonstrations to Living History Events... we have the scoop on Halloween in KC this year!
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Kansas City's Fall Festival Guide
From apples to pumpkins, crafts to carnivals, ethnic festivals, and much much more... celebrate everything autumn at a local fair.
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