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Free and Cheap Things to Do This Week in Kansas City

Here’s a look ahead at free and cheap events and activities in Kansas City this week. Our event calendar includes a wide range of events, including festivals, art shows & art walks, craft fairs, … [Read More...]

Summer Reading for Family Fun

Kids, teens, adults, even young ones who aren’t reading yet can earn FREE books and other prizes through Cass County Public Library’s summer reading program, Read, Score, Roar! Start by … [Read More...]

‘Spot the Cows’ at Chick-fil-A for free Waffle Fries

Can you spot the cows? In celebration of the highly-anticipated return of Cow Appreciation Day on July 14, 2026, Chick-fil-A is offering a digital game for fans to play in the restaurant’s app — “Spot … [Read More...]

The Best Fall Hikes in Kansas City

It's just about fall y'all! What better way to enjoy the season than witnessing its glory? The golden light glinting off autumn leaves, the smell of bonfires in the air, the crisp breeze -- there's … [Read More...]

The Best Cheap Sunflower Patches Near Kansas City

Sunflower Season is here! We have rounded up the best cheap sunflower patches in the Kansas City metro. If you can hardly wait for Pumpkin Spice Latte season, but your family … [Read More...]

Missouri Back-to-School Sales Tax Holiday Aug. 7 – 9, 2026

It's time for the Missouri back-to-school sales tax holiday. Parents can always use a break on the cost of necessary items for kids. Here's the scoop on the Missouri back-to-school … [Read More...]

Free & cheap things to do this weekend in Kansas City

There’s never a shortage of free and cheap things to do in Kansas City. This calendar list includes events and activities around Kansas City on the weekend. We aim to include a variety of … [Read More...]

Summer Reading Camp – Half Price Books

The summer months are the perfect time to encourage reading! There is still time to join in on the page-turning fun! Half Price Books Summer Reading Camp is happening now; there is … [Read More...]

Chicken Salad Chick scoops free chicken salad for National Chicken Salad Day

What’s the latest scoop, chicken salad lovers? Chicken Salad Chick, the nation’s only fast-casual chicken salad restaurant, is celebrating its inaugural National Chicken Salad Day on July 16, 2026 … [Read More...]

U.S. National Parks Free Entrance Days for 2026

America’s Best Idea — our national parks — is even better when admission is free! Mark your calendar now for entrance fee-free dates for the coming year. On these dates, FREE … [Read More...]

Kansas City Passport to Adventure 2026: Free Family Fun Across the KC Metro

Created: April 2026 Special Event Kids Activities Family Friendly Free Program Kansas City Passport to Adventure 2026 Explore museums, nature centers, historic sites, gardens, and … [Read More...]

Free and $6 Movies on Independence Square

Pharaoh Cinema is offering three weekly options for free and cheap movies in Independence this summer. On Thursday nights, through August 6, you can watch FREE family-friendly Moonlight Movies on … [Read More...]