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SUMMARY:Nature Storytime
DESCRIPTION:Immerse yourself in the beauty of the outdoors with Nature Storytime\, presented by Stepping Stones KC. Join us for a delightful blend of music\, movement\, and adventure as we explore the wonders of nature. These gatherings are targeted toward little nature lovers\, ages 1-6. Caregivers and siblings need only pay admission to the Arboretum. Registration and caregiver presence is required.
URL:https://kcparent.com/event/nature-storytime-3/
LOCATION:Overland Park Arboretum and Botanical Gardens\, 8909 W. 179th St.\, Overland Park\, Kansas\, 66013\, United States
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SUMMARY:Discovery Day at the Arboretum
DESCRIPTION:Craft time awaits on the first Tuesday of the month at the Overland Park Arboretum & Botanical Gardens. Little explorers are in for a treat as they immerse themselves in the enchanting world of nature and creativity. Each month\, a new make-and-take project unfolds on Discovery Day. Crafting supplies are included\, and the projects are available on a first-come\, first-served basis to the first 100 participants. \nThe first Tuesday of the month also happens to be Free Admission Day at the Arboretum\, so entry into the gardens and this project are all free! \n2026 projects:\nJanuary 6 – Bird binoculars\nFebruary 3 – Paint and art show\nMarch 3 – Ladybug rock painting\nApril 7- Flower press\nMay 5 – Paper bag kites\nJune 2- Paper spinner and/or Pinwheel\nJuly 7 – Grass hair planters\nAugust 4 – Nature journals\nSeptember 1 – Build a bug and/or Bug hotel\nOctober 6 – Bat rockets\nNovember 3 – Leaf suncatchers\nDecember 1 – Bean mosaic art
URL:https://kcparent.com/event/discovery-day-at-the-arboretum-11/2026-09-01/
LOCATION:Overland Park Arboretum and Botanical Gardens\, 8909 W. 179th St.\, Overland Park\, Kansas\, 66013\, United States
CATEGORIES:FREE
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SUMMARY:Night at the Arboretum
DESCRIPTION:Experience the Arboretum after dark! See and learn about live hawks from Operation Wildlife\, stargaze with the Astronomical Society of Kansas City\, and take a glow hike at 5 p.m. or 6:30 p.m. The evening also features family activities\, fire pits and more\, all included with regular Arboretum admission.
URL:https://kcparent.com/event/night-at-the-arboretum-5/2026-09-02/
LOCATION:Overland Park Arboretum and Botanical Gardens\, 8909 W. 179th St.\, Overland Park\, Kansas\, 66013\, United States
CATEGORIES:Outdoor
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DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260905T104500
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SUMMARY:Cottonwood Tales at the Overland Park Arboretum & Botanical Gardens
DESCRIPTION:Let curiosity take root at Cottonwood Tales! \nYour little ones are invited to join O.P. the Bookworm\, Miss Laurel and friends on the first Saturday of each month (except July) at 10 a.m. for an interactive story time filled with nature-themed tales\, fingerplays and musical fun. \nWe’ll gather at the Education Center or head outdoors when the weather cooperates for a playful morning that also helps build early literacy and math skills. \nCaregiver participation and registration is required. \nThe $5 program fee is per participant; caregivers and siblings only need to pay Arboretum admission. \nArboretum admission: Free ages 5 and under\, $3 ages 6-17\, $7 ages 18+ \n\n\n\nUPCOMING DATES\n\nSaturday\, February 7\nSaturday\, March 7\nSaturday\, April 4\nSaturday\, May 2\nSaturday\, June 6\nSaturday\, August 1\nSaturday\, September 5\nSaturday\, October 3\nSaturday\, November 7\nSaturday\, December 5
URL:https://kcparent.com/event/cottonwood-tales-at-the-overland-park-arboretum-botanical-gardens/2026-09-05/
LOCATION:Overland Park Arboretum and Botanical Gardens\, 8909 W. 179th St.\, Overland Park\, Kansas\, 66013\, United States
CATEGORIES:Story Time
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SUMMARY:Terra Luna - Adults Only
DESCRIPTION:Immerse yourself in a spellbinding experience created exclusively for the Overland Park Arboretum & Botanical Gardens by Quixotic!\nThe limited-engagement multimedia installation guides guests on a wild journey through the grounds\, culminating in an immersive performance uniting live music\, dance\, aerial acrobatics and more. Animated by the Arboretum’s transitioning seasons\, the boundary-breaking event illuminates environment in surprising ways: agrestal costuming that incorporates the bounty of the gardens\, embedded performers who meld and merge with the twilight landscape\, light design that leads the audience deeper into the dream. This unique collaboration between Quixotic and Friends of the Arboretum has astounded guests and left them in awe of Mother Nature’s ultimate imagination. \nDetails\nSeptember 10-12 & 17-19\, 2026\nSeptember 10\, 11 AND 17 | Adults-Only (18+)\nSeptember 12\, 18 AND 19 | All Ages Welcome\n\nOverland Park Arboretum & Botanical Gardens\n8909 W. 179th St. Overland Park\, KS 66013
URL:https://kcparent.com/event/terra-luna-adults-only/2026-09-10/
LOCATION:Overland Park Arboretum and Botanical Gardens\, 8909 W. 179th St.\, Overland Park\, Kansas\, 66013\, United States
CATEGORIES:Live Performance
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SUMMARY:Terra Luna - Adults Only
DESCRIPTION:Immerse yourself in a spellbinding experience created exclusively for the Overland Park Arboretum & Botanical Gardens by Quixotic!\nThe limited-engagement multimedia installation guides guests on a wild journey through the grounds\, culminating in an immersive performance uniting live music\, dance\, aerial acrobatics and more. Animated by the Arboretum’s transitioning seasons\, the boundary-breaking event illuminates environment in surprising ways: agrestal costuming that incorporates the bounty of the gardens\, embedded performers who meld and merge with the twilight landscape\, light design that leads the audience deeper into the dream. This unique collaboration between Quixotic and Friends of the Arboretum has astounded guests and left them in awe of Mother Nature’s ultimate imagination. \nDetails\nSeptember 10-12 & 17-19\, 2026\nSeptember 10\, 11 AND 17 | Adults-Only (18+)\nSeptember 12\, 18 AND 19 | All Ages Welcome\n\nOverland Park Arboretum & Botanical Gardens\n8909 W. 179th St. Overland Park\, KS 66013
URL:https://kcparent.com/event/terra-luna-adults-only/2026-09-11/
LOCATION:Overland Park Arboretum and Botanical Gardens\, 8909 W. 179th St.\, Overland Park\, Kansas\, 66013\, United States
CATEGORIES:Live Performance
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SUMMARY:Terra Luna
DESCRIPTION:Immerse yourself in a spellbinding experience created exclusively for the Overland Park Arboretum & Botanical Gardens by Quixotic!\nThe limited-engagement multimedia installation guides guests on a wild journey through the grounds\, culminating in an immersive performance uniting live music\, dance\, aerial acrobatics and more. Animated by the Arboretum’s transitioning seasons\, the boundary-breaking event illuminates environment in surprising ways: agrestal costuming that incorporates the bounty of the gardens\, embedded performers who meld and merge with the twilight landscape\, light design that leads the audience deeper into the dream. This unique collaboration between Quixotic and Friends of the Arboretum has astounded guests and left them in awe of Mother Nature’s ultimate imagination. \nDetails\nSeptember 10-12 & 17-19\, 2026\nSeptember 10\, 11 AND 17 | Adults-Only (18+)\nSeptember 12\, 18 AND 19 | All Ages Welcome\n\nOverland Park Arboretum & Botanical Gardens\n8909 W. 179th St. Overland Park\, KS 66013
URL:https://kcparent.com/event/terra-luna-2026/2026-09-12/
LOCATION:Overland Park Arboretum and Botanical Gardens\, 8909 W. 179th St.\, Overland Park\, Kansas\, 66013\, United States
CATEGORIES:Live Performance
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SUMMARY:Terra Luna - Adults Only
DESCRIPTION:Immerse yourself in a spellbinding experience created exclusively for the Overland Park Arboretum & Botanical Gardens by Quixotic!\nThe limited-engagement multimedia installation guides guests on a wild journey through the grounds\, culminating in an immersive performance uniting live music\, dance\, aerial acrobatics and more. Animated by the Arboretum’s transitioning seasons\, the boundary-breaking event illuminates environment in surprising ways: agrestal costuming that incorporates the bounty of the gardens\, embedded performers who meld and merge with the twilight landscape\, light design that leads the audience deeper into the dream. This unique collaboration between Quixotic and Friends of the Arboretum has astounded guests and left them in awe of Mother Nature’s ultimate imagination. \nDetails\nSeptember 10-12 & 17-19\, 2026\nSeptember 10\, 11 AND 17 | Adults-Only (18+)\nSeptember 12\, 18 AND 19 | All Ages Welcome\n\nOverland Park Arboretum & Botanical Gardens\n8909 W. 179th St. Overland Park\, KS 66013
URL:https://kcparent.com/event/terra-luna-adults-only/2026-09-17/
LOCATION:Overland Park Arboretum and Botanical Gardens\, 8909 W. 179th St.\, Overland Park\, Kansas\, 66013\, United States
CATEGORIES:Live Performance
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SUMMARY:Terra Luna
DESCRIPTION:Immerse yourself in a spellbinding experience created exclusively for the Overland Park Arboretum & Botanical Gardens by Quixotic!\nThe limited-engagement multimedia installation guides guests on a wild journey through the grounds\, culminating in an immersive performance uniting live music\, dance\, aerial acrobatics and more. Animated by the Arboretum’s transitioning seasons\, the boundary-breaking event illuminates environment in surprising ways: agrestal costuming that incorporates the bounty of the gardens\, embedded performers who meld and merge with the twilight landscape\, light design that leads the audience deeper into the dream. This unique collaboration between Quixotic and Friends of the Arboretum has astounded guests and left them in awe of Mother Nature’s ultimate imagination. \nDetails\nSeptember 10-12 & 17-19\, 2026\nSeptember 10\, 11 AND 17 | Adults-Only (18+)\nSeptember 12\, 18 AND 19 | All Ages Welcome\n\nOverland Park Arboretum & Botanical Gardens\n8909 W. 179th St. Overland Park\, KS 66013
URL:https://kcparent.com/event/terra-luna-2026/2026-09-18/
LOCATION:Overland Park Arboretum and Botanical Gardens\, 8909 W. 179th St.\, Overland Park\, Kansas\, 66013\, United States
CATEGORIES:Live Performance
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CREATED:20260810T200424Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260810T200538Z
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SUMMARY:Terra Luna
DESCRIPTION:Immerse yourself in a spellbinding experience created exclusively for the Overland Park Arboretum & Botanical Gardens by Quixotic!\nThe limited-engagement multimedia installation guides guests on a wild journey through the grounds\, culminating in an immersive performance uniting live music\, dance\, aerial acrobatics and more. Animated by the Arboretum’s transitioning seasons\, the boundary-breaking event illuminates environment in surprising ways: agrestal costuming that incorporates the bounty of the gardens\, embedded performers who meld and merge with the twilight landscape\, light design that leads the audience deeper into the dream. This unique collaboration between Quixotic and Friends of the Arboretum has astounded guests and left them in awe of Mother Nature’s ultimate imagination. \nDetails\nSeptember 10-12 & 17-19\, 2026\nSeptember 10\, 11 AND 17 | Adults-Only (18+)\nSeptember 12\, 18 AND 19 | All Ages Welcome\n\nOverland Park Arboretum & Botanical Gardens\n8909 W. 179th St. Overland Park\, KS 66013
URL:https://kcparent.com/event/terra-luna-2026/2026-09-19/
LOCATION:Overland Park Arboretum and Botanical Gardens\, 8909 W. 179th St.\, Overland Park\, Kansas\, 66013\, United States
CATEGORIES:Live Performance
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DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20261003T104500
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SUMMARY:Cottonwood Tales at the Overland Park Arboretum & Botanical Gardens
DESCRIPTION:Let curiosity take root at Cottonwood Tales! \nYour little ones are invited to join O.P. the Bookworm\, Miss Laurel and friends on the first Saturday of each month (except July) at 10 a.m. for an interactive story time filled with nature-themed tales\, fingerplays and musical fun. \nWe’ll gather at the Education Center or head outdoors when the weather cooperates for a playful morning that also helps build early literacy and math skills. \nCaregiver participation and registration is required. \nThe $5 program fee is per participant; caregivers and siblings only need to pay Arboretum admission. \nArboretum admission: Free ages 5 and under\, $3 ages 6-17\, $7 ages 18+ \n\n\n\nUPCOMING DATES\n\nSaturday\, February 7\nSaturday\, March 7\nSaturday\, April 4\nSaturday\, May 2\nSaturday\, June 6\nSaturday\, August 1\nSaturday\, September 5\nSaturday\, October 3\nSaturday\, November 7\nSaturday\, December 5
URL:https://kcparent.com/event/cottonwood-tales-at-the-overland-park-arboretum-botanical-gardens/2026-10-03/
LOCATION:Overland Park Arboretum and Botanical Gardens\, 8909 W. 179th St.\, Overland Park\, Kansas\, 66013\, United States
CATEGORIES:Story Time
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SUMMARY:Discovery Day at the Arboretum
DESCRIPTION:Craft time awaits on the first Tuesday of the month at the Overland Park Arboretum & Botanical Gardens. Little explorers are in for a treat as they immerse themselves in the enchanting world of nature and creativity. Each month\, a new make-and-take project unfolds on Discovery Day. Crafting supplies are included\, and the projects are available on a first-come\, first-served basis to the first 100 participants. \nThe first Tuesday of the month also happens to be Free Admission Day at the Arboretum\, so entry into the gardens and this project are all free! \n2026 projects:\nJanuary 6 – Bird binoculars\nFebruary 3 – Paint and art show\nMarch 3 – Ladybug rock painting\nApril 7- Flower press\nMay 5 – Paper bag kites\nJune 2- Paper spinner and/or Pinwheel\nJuly 7 – Grass hair planters\nAugust 4 – Nature journals\nSeptember 1 – Build a bug and/or Bug hotel\nOctober 6 – Bat rockets\nNovember 3 – Leaf suncatchers\nDecember 1 – Bean mosaic art
URL:https://kcparent.com/event/discovery-day-at-the-arboretum-11/2026-10-06/
LOCATION:Overland Park Arboretum and Botanical Gardens\, 8909 W. 179th St.\, Overland Park\, Kansas\, 66013\, United States
CATEGORIES:FREE
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DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20261007T210000
DTSTAMP:20260526T142544Z
CREATED:20251027T151513Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260526T142544Z
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SUMMARY:Night at the Arboretum
DESCRIPTION:Experience the Arboretum after dark! See and learn about live hawks from Operation Wildlife\, stargaze with the Astronomical Society of Kansas City\, and take a glow hike at 5 p.m. or 6:30 p.m. The evening also features family activities\, fire pits and more\, all included with regular Arboretum admission.
URL:https://kcparent.com/event/night-at-the-arboretum-5/2026-10-07/
LOCATION:Overland Park Arboretum and Botanical Gardens\, 8909 W. 179th St.\, Overland Park\, Kansas\, 66013\, United States
CATEGORIES:Outdoor
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20261103T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20261103T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T152648Z
CREATED:20260113T222538Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260403T152648Z
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SUMMARY:Discovery Day at the Arboretum
DESCRIPTION:Craft time awaits on the first Tuesday of the month at the Overland Park Arboretum & Botanical Gardens. Little explorers are in for a treat as they immerse themselves in the enchanting world of nature and creativity. Each month\, a new make-and-take project unfolds on Discovery Day. Crafting supplies are included\, and the projects are available on a first-come\, first-served basis to the first 100 participants. \nThe first Tuesday of the month also happens to be Free Admission Day at the Arboretum\, so entry into the gardens and this project are all free! \n2026 projects:\nJanuary 6 – Bird binoculars\nFebruary 3 – Paint and art show\nMarch 3 – Ladybug rock painting\nApril 7- Flower press\nMay 5 – Paper bag kites\nJune 2- Paper spinner and/or Pinwheel\nJuly 7 – Grass hair planters\nAugust 4 – Nature journals\nSeptember 1 – Build a bug and/or Bug hotel\nOctober 6 – Bat rockets\nNovember 3 – Leaf suncatchers\nDecember 1 – Bean mosaic art
URL:https://kcparent.com/event/discovery-day-at-the-arboretum-11/2026-11-03/
LOCATION:Overland Park Arboretum and Botanical Gardens\, 8909 W. 179th St.\, Overland Park\, Kansas\, 66013\, United States
CATEGORIES:FREE
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20261104T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20261104T210000
DTSTAMP:20260526T142544Z
CREATED:20251027T151513Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260526T142544Z
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SUMMARY:Night at the Arboretum
DESCRIPTION:Experience the Arboretum after dark! See and learn about live hawks from Operation Wildlife\, stargaze with the Astronomical Society of Kansas City\, and take a glow hike at 5 p.m. or 6:30 p.m. The evening also features family activities\, fire pits and more\, all included with regular Arboretum admission.
URL:https://kcparent.com/event/night-at-the-arboretum-5/2026-11-04/
LOCATION:Overland Park Arboretum and Botanical Gardens\, 8909 W. 179th St.\, Overland Park\, Kansas\, 66013\, United States
CATEGORIES:Outdoor
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DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20261107T104500
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SUMMARY:Cottonwood Tales at the Overland Park Arboretum & Botanical Gardens
DESCRIPTION:Let curiosity take root at Cottonwood Tales! \nYour little ones are invited to join O.P. the Bookworm\, Miss Laurel and friends on the first Saturday of each month (except July) at 10 a.m. for an interactive story time filled with nature-themed tales\, fingerplays and musical fun. \nWe’ll gather at the Education Center or head outdoors when the weather cooperates for a playful morning that also helps build early literacy and math skills. \nCaregiver participation and registration is required. \nThe $5 program fee is per participant; caregivers and siblings only need to pay Arboretum admission. \nArboretum admission: Free ages 5 and under\, $3 ages 6-17\, $7 ages 18+ \n\n\n\nUPCOMING DATES\n\nSaturday\, February 7\nSaturday\, March 7\nSaturday\, April 4\nSaturday\, May 2\nSaturday\, June 6\nSaturday\, August 1\nSaturday\, September 5\nSaturday\, October 3\nSaturday\, November 7\nSaturday\, December 5
URL:https://kcparent.com/event/cottonwood-tales-at-the-overland-park-arboretum-botanical-gardens/2026-11-07/
LOCATION:Overland Park Arboretum and Botanical Gardens\, 8909 W. 179th St.\, Overland Park\, Kansas\, 66013\, United States
CATEGORIES:Story Time
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CREATED:20260113T222538Z
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SUMMARY:Discovery Day at the Arboretum
DESCRIPTION:Craft time awaits on the first Tuesday of the month at the Overland Park Arboretum & Botanical Gardens. Little explorers are in for a treat as they immerse themselves in the enchanting world of nature and creativity. Each month\, a new make-and-take project unfolds on Discovery Day. Crafting supplies are included\, and the projects are available on a first-come\, first-served basis to the first 100 participants. \nThe first Tuesday of the month also happens to be Free Admission Day at the Arboretum\, so entry into the gardens and this project are all free! \n2026 projects:\nJanuary 6 – Bird binoculars\nFebruary 3 – Paint and art show\nMarch 3 – Ladybug rock painting\nApril 7- Flower press\nMay 5 – Paper bag kites\nJune 2- Paper spinner and/or Pinwheel\nJuly 7 – Grass hair planters\nAugust 4 – Nature journals\nSeptember 1 – Build a bug and/or Bug hotel\nOctober 6 – Bat rockets\nNovember 3 – Leaf suncatchers\nDecember 1 – Bean mosaic art
URL:https://kcparent.com/event/discovery-day-at-the-arboretum-11/2026-12-01/
LOCATION:Overland Park Arboretum and Botanical Gardens\, 8909 W. 179th St.\, Overland Park\, Kansas\, 66013\, United States
CATEGORIES:FREE
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20261202T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20261202T210000
DTSTAMP:20260526T142544Z
CREATED:20251027T151513Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260526T142544Z
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SUMMARY:Night at the Arboretum
DESCRIPTION:Experience the Arboretum after dark! See and learn about live hawks from Operation Wildlife\, stargaze with the Astronomical Society of Kansas City\, and take a glow hike at 5 p.m. or 6:30 p.m. The evening also features family activities\, fire pits and more\, all included with regular Arboretum admission.
URL:https://kcparent.com/event/night-at-the-arboretum-5/2026-12-02/
LOCATION:Overland Park Arboretum and Botanical Gardens\, 8909 W. 179th St.\, Overland Park\, Kansas\, 66013\, United States
CATEGORIES:Outdoor
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20261205T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20261205T104500
DTSTAMP:20260205T042313Z
CREATED:20260205T042235Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260205T042313Z
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SUMMARY:Cottonwood Tales at the Overland Park Arboretum & Botanical Gardens
DESCRIPTION:Let curiosity take root at Cottonwood Tales! \nYour little ones are invited to join O.P. the Bookworm\, Miss Laurel and friends on the first Saturday of each month (except July) at 10 a.m. for an interactive story time filled with nature-themed tales\, fingerplays and musical fun. \nWe’ll gather at the Education Center or head outdoors when the weather cooperates for a playful morning that also helps build early literacy and math skills. \nCaregiver participation and registration is required. \nThe $5 program fee is per participant; caregivers and siblings only need to pay Arboretum admission. \nArboretum admission: Free ages 5 and under\, $3 ages 6-17\, $7 ages 18+ \n\n\n\nUPCOMING DATES\n\nSaturday\, February 7\nSaturday\, March 7\nSaturday\, April 4\nSaturday\, May 2\nSaturday\, June 6\nSaturday\, August 1\nSaturday\, September 5\nSaturday\, October 3\nSaturday\, November 7\nSaturday\, December 5
URL:https://kcparent.com/event/cottonwood-tales-at-the-overland-park-arboretum-botanical-gardens/2026-12-05/
LOCATION:Overland Park Arboretum and Botanical Gardens\, 8909 W. 179th St.\, Overland Park\, Kansas\, 66013\, United States
CATEGORIES:Story Time
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20270105T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20270105T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T152648Z
CREATED:20260113T222538Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260403T152648Z
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SUMMARY:Discovery Day at the Arboretum
DESCRIPTION:Craft time awaits on the first Tuesday of the month at the Overland Park Arboretum & Botanical Gardens. Little explorers are in for a treat as they immerse themselves in the enchanting world of nature and creativity. Each month\, a new make-and-take project unfolds on Discovery Day. Crafting supplies are included\, and the projects are available on a first-come\, first-served basis to the first 100 participants. \nThe first Tuesday of the month also happens to be Free Admission Day at the Arboretum\, so entry into the gardens and this project are all free! \n2026 projects:\nJanuary 6 – Bird binoculars\nFebruary 3 – Paint and art show\nMarch 3 – Ladybug rock painting\nApril 7- Flower press\nMay 5 – Paper bag kites\nJune 2- Paper spinner and/or Pinwheel\nJuly 7 – Grass hair planters\nAugust 4 – Nature journals\nSeptember 1 – Build a bug and/or Bug hotel\nOctober 6 – Bat rockets\nNovember 3 – Leaf suncatchers\nDecember 1 – Bean mosaic art
URL:https://kcparent.com/event/discovery-day-at-the-arboretum-11/2027-01-05/
LOCATION:Overland Park Arboretum and Botanical Gardens\, 8909 W. 179th St.\, Overland Park\, Kansas\, 66013\, United States
CATEGORIES:FREE
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20270106T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20270106T210000
DTSTAMP:20260526T142544Z
CREATED:20251027T151513Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260526T142544Z
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SUMMARY:Night at the Arboretum
DESCRIPTION:Experience the Arboretum after dark! See and learn about live hawks from Operation Wildlife\, stargaze with the Astronomical Society of Kansas City\, and take a glow hike at 5 p.m. or 6:30 p.m. The evening also features family activities\, fire pits and more\, all included with regular Arboretum admission.
URL:https://kcparent.com/event/night-at-the-arboretum-5/2027-01-06/
LOCATION:Overland Park Arboretum and Botanical Gardens\, 8909 W. 179th St.\, Overland Park\, Kansas\, 66013\, United States
CATEGORIES:Outdoor
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20270202T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20270202T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T152648Z
CREATED:20260113T222538Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260403T152648Z
UID:10025047-1801558800-1801569600@kcparent.com
SUMMARY:Discovery Day at the Arboretum
DESCRIPTION:Craft time awaits on the first Tuesday of the month at the Overland Park Arboretum & Botanical Gardens. Little explorers are in for a treat as they immerse themselves in the enchanting world of nature and creativity. Each month\, a new make-and-take project unfolds on Discovery Day. Crafting supplies are included\, and the projects are available on a first-come\, first-served basis to the first 100 participants. \nThe first Tuesday of the month also happens to be Free Admission Day at the Arboretum\, so entry into the gardens and this project are all free! \n2026 projects:\nJanuary 6 – Bird binoculars\nFebruary 3 – Paint and art show\nMarch 3 – Ladybug rock painting\nApril 7- Flower press\nMay 5 – Paper bag kites\nJune 2- Paper spinner and/or Pinwheel\nJuly 7 – Grass hair planters\nAugust 4 – Nature journals\nSeptember 1 – Build a bug and/or Bug hotel\nOctober 6 – Bat rockets\nNovember 3 – Leaf suncatchers\nDecember 1 – Bean mosaic art
URL:https://kcparent.com/event/discovery-day-at-the-arboretum-11/2027-02-02/
LOCATION:Overland Park Arboretum and Botanical Gardens\, 8909 W. 179th St.\, Overland Park\, Kansas\, 66013\, United States
CATEGORIES:FREE
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20270203T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20270203T210000
DTSTAMP:20260526T142544Z
CREATED:20251027T151513Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260526T142544Z
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SUMMARY:Night at the Arboretum
DESCRIPTION:Experience the Arboretum after dark! See and learn about live hawks from Operation Wildlife\, stargaze with the Astronomical Society of Kansas City\, and take a glow hike at 5 p.m. or 6:30 p.m. The evening also features family activities\, fire pits and more\, all included with regular Arboretum admission.
URL:https://kcparent.com/event/night-at-the-arboretum-5/2027-02-03/
LOCATION:Overland Park Arboretum and Botanical Gardens\, 8909 W. 179th St.\, Overland Park\, Kansas\, 66013\, United States
CATEGORIES:Outdoor
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20270302T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20270302T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T152648Z
CREATED:20260113T222538Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260403T152648Z
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SUMMARY:Discovery Day at the Arboretum
DESCRIPTION:Craft time awaits on the first Tuesday of the month at the Overland Park Arboretum & Botanical Gardens. Little explorers are in for a treat as they immerse themselves in the enchanting world of nature and creativity. Each month\, a new make-and-take project unfolds on Discovery Day. Crafting supplies are included\, and the projects are available on a first-come\, first-served basis to the first 100 participants. \nThe first Tuesday of the month also happens to be Free Admission Day at the Arboretum\, so entry into the gardens and this project are all free! \n2026 projects:\nJanuary 6 – Bird binoculars\nFebruary 3 – Paint and art show\nMarch 3 – Ladybug rock painting\nApril 7- Flower press\nMay 5 – Paper bag kites\nJune 2- Paper spinner and/or Pinwheel\nJuly 7 – Grass hair planters\nAugust 4 – Nature journals\nSeptember 1 – Build a bug and/or Bug hotel\nOctober 6 – Bat rockets\nNovember 3 – Leaf suncatchers\nDecember 1 – Bean mosaic art
URL:https://kcparent.com/event/discovery-day-at-the-arboretum-11/2027-03-02/
LOCATION:Overland Park Arboretum and Botanical Gardens\, 8909 W. 179th St.\, Overland Park\, Kansas\, 66013\, United States
CATEGORIES:FREE
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20270303T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20270303T210000
DTSTAMP:20260526T142544Z
CREATED:20251027T151513Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260526T142544Z
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SUMMARY:Night at the Arboretum
DESCRIPTION:Experience the Arboretum after dark! See and learn about live hawks from Operation Wildlife\, stargaze with the Astronomical Society of Kansas City\, and take a glow hike at 5 p.m. or 6:30 p.m. The evening also features family activities\, fire pits and more\, all included with regular Arboretum admission.
URL:https://kcparent.com/event/night-at-the-arboretum-5/2027-03-03/
LOCATION:Overland Park Arboretum and Botanical Gardens\, 8909 W. 179th St.\, Overland Park\, Kansas\, 66013\, United States
CATEGORIES:Outdoor
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20270406T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20270406T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T152648Z
CREATED:20260113T222538Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260403T152648Z
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SUMMARY:Discovery Day at the Arboretum
DESCRIPTION:Craft time awaits on the first Tuesday of the month at the Overland Park Arboretum & Botanical Gardens. Little explorers are in for a treat as they immerse themselves in the enchanting world of nature and creativity. Each month\, a new make-and-take project unfolds on Discovery Day. Crafting supplies are included\, and the projects are available on a first-come\, first-served basis to the first 100 participants. \nThe first Tuesday of the month also happens to be Free Admission Day at the Arboretum\, so entry into the gardens and this project are all free! \n2026 projects:\nJanuary 6 – Bird binoculars\nFebruary 3 – Paint and art show\nMarch 3 – Ladybug rock painting\nApril 7- Flower press\nMay 5 – Paper bag kites\nJune 2- Paper spinner and/or Pinwheel\nJuly 7 – Grass hair planters\nAugust 4 – Nature journals\nSeptember 1 – Build a bug and/or Bug hotel\nOctober 6 – Bat rockets\nNovember 3 – Leaf suncatchers\nDecember 1 – Bean mosaic art
URL:https://kcparent.com/event/discovery-day-at-the-arboretum-11/2027-04-06/
LOCATION:Overland Park Arboretum and Botanical Gardens\, 8909 W. 179th St.\, Overland Park\, Kansas\, 66013\, United States
CATEGORIES:FREE
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END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20270407T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20270407T210000
DTSTAMP:20260526T142544Z
CREATED:20251027T151513Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260526T142544Z
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SUMMARY:Night at the Arboretum
DESCRIPTION:Experience the Arboretum after dark! See and learn about live hawks from Operation Wildlife\, stargaze with the Astronomical Society of Kansas City\, and take a glow hike at 5 p.m. or 6:30 p.m. The evening also features family activities\, fire pits and more\, all included with regular Arboretum admission.
URL:https://kcparent.com/event/night-at-the-arboretum-5/2027-04-07/
LOCATION:Overland Park Arboretum and Botanical Gardens\, 8909 W. 179th St.\, Overland Park\, Kansas\, 66013\, United States
CATEGORIES:Outdoor
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END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20270504T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20270504T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T152648Z
CREATED:20260113T222538Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260403T152648Z
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SUMMARY:Discovery Day at the Arboretum
DESCRIPTION:Craft time awaits on the first Tuesday of the month at the Overland Park Arboretum & Botanical Gardens. Little explorers are in for a treat as they immerse themselves in the enchanting world of nature and creativity. Each month\, a new make-and-take project unfolds on Discovery Day. Crafting supplies are included\, and the projects are available on a first-come\, first-served basis to the first 100 participants. \nThe first Tuesday of the month also happens to be Free Admission Day at the Arboretum\, so entry into the gardens and this project are all free! \n2026 projects:\nJanuary 6 – Bird binoculars\nFebruary 3 – Paint and art show\nMarch 3 – Ladybug rock painting\nApril 7- Flower press\nMay 5 – Paper bag kites\nJune 2- Paper spinner and/or Pinwheel\nJuly 7 – Grass hair planters\nAugust 4 – Nature journals\nSeptember 1 – Build a bug and/or Bug hotel\nOctober 6 – Bat rockets\nNovember 3 – Leaf suncatchers\nDecember 1 – Bean mosaic art
URL:https://kcparent.com/event/discovery-day-at-the-arboretum-11/2027-05-04/
LOCATION:Overland Park Arboretum and Botanical Gardens\, 8909 W. 179th St.\, Overland Park\, Kansas\, 66013\, United States
CATEGORIES:FREE
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://kcparent.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/Discovery-Day-12.png
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20270505T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20270505T210000
DTSTAMP:20260526T142544Z
CREATED:20251027T151513Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260526T142544Z
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SUMMARY:Night at the Arboretum
DESCRIPTION:Experience the Arboretum after dark! See and learn about live hawks from Operation Wildlife\, stargaze with the Astronomical Society of Kansas City\, and take a glow hike at 5 p.m. or 6:30 p.m. The evening also features family activities\, fire pits and more\, all included with regular Arboretum admission.
URL:https://kcparent.com/event/night-at-the-arboretum-5/2027-05-05/
LOCATION:Overland Park Arboretum and Botanical Gardens\, 8909 W. 179th St.\, Overland Park\, Kansas\, 66013\, United States
CATEGORIES:Outdoor
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://kcparent.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/smaller-Night-at-the-Arboretum.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20270601T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20270601T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T152648Z
CREATED:20260113T222538Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260403T152648Z
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SUMMARY:Discovery Day at the Arboretum
DESCRIPTION:Craft time awaits on the first Tuesday of the month at the Overland Park Arboretum & Botanical Gardens. Little explorers are in for a treat as they immerse themselves in the enchanting world of nature and creativity. Each month\, a new make-and-take project unfolds on Discovery Day. Crafting supplies are included\, and the projects are available on a first-come\, first-served basis to the first 100 participants. \nThe first Tuesday of the month also happens to be Free Admission Day at the Arboretum\, so entry into the gardens and this project are all free! \n2026 projects:\nJanuary 6 – Bird binoculars\nFebruary 3 – Paint and art show\nMarch 3 – Ladybug rock painting\nApril 7- Flower press\nMay 5 – Paper bag kites\nJune 2- Paper spinner and/or Pinwheel\nJuly 7 – Grass hair planters\nAugust 4 – Nature journals\nSeptember 1 – Build a bug and/or Bug hotel\nOctober 6 – Bat rockets\nNovember 3 – Leaf suncatchers\nDecember 1 – Bean mosaic art
URL:https://kcparent.com/event/discovery-day-at-the-arboretum-11/2027-06-01/
LOCATION:Overland Park Arboretum and Botanical Gardens\, 8909 W. 179th St.\, Overland Park\, Kansas\, 66013\, United States
CATEGORIES:FREE
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