Pinball! The addictive indoor entertainment you may have forgotten. If you’re looking for something to while away the dog days of summer that includes AC, pinball may be just the thing. This nostalgic arcade game is making a massive comeback, and Kansas City has multiple locations to play. The Best Places to Play Pinball in Kansas […]
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Back to School Prep at KCPSfest
KCPSfest is an opportunity for school children of all ages to celebrate and prepare for the arrival of the new school year. This event is happening from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Saturday, Aug. 3, at the East High School, 1924 Van Brunt Blvd Kansas City, MO 64127 This is a drive-thru event only! In […]
Kansas City Zoo Homeschool Days for 2024
Are you ready to join other homeschool families for a fun day of learning? You won’t want to miss the Kansas City Zoo’s Homeschool Days! Homeschool families will receive discounted tickets and meet other homeschool families, all while learning from animal experts at our animal chats and experiences. Kansas City Zoo 2024 Homeschool Day […]
FREE backpacks, school supplies at Day of Compassion 2024
Compassion Ministries is hosting Day of Compassion 2024, a public back-to-school event, from 3 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. on Sunday, Aug. 4, at Blue Springs Assembly, 2501 Duncan Road, Blue Springs, MO. Volunteers will be giving out up to 500 backpacks and school supplies to attending students (must be present to receive these items). The […]
Free Weekend Fun: Puzzles, Patterns, and Play at Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art
Stop by the Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art this weekend for FREE art fun! The theme? “Puzzles, patterns, and play.” Saturday, July 13, 2024, from 1:00 PM – 4 PM is the perfect time to bring the kids for creativity! Located in Bloch Lobby, they’ll love creating their own sculpture using unique elements!
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 still time to register! Geared towards readers 18 and under, it’s a great way to read and get other fun recommendations for crafts […]
Missouri Back-to-School Sales Tax Holiday Aug. 2 – 4, 2024
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 sales tax holiday. From Friday, Aug. 2 through Sunday, Aug. 4, 2024, certain back-to-school purchases such as clothing, school supplies, computers, and other items […]
Red, White & Blue Springs 4th of July Party
Kansas Citians can head out to Blue Springs to celebrate the Fourth of July at Red, White, and Blue Springs for one of the best Independence Day celebrations in the metro on Wednesday, July 3rd. Enjoy Blue Spring’s Independence say celebration with live music, food trucks, inflatables for the kids, a magician, and, of course, […]
July 4 Star Spangled Spectacular in Overland Park
Fourth of July fireworks and fun are at Corporate Woods on July 4 for the Overland Park Star Spangled Spectacular celebration. Admission is FREE. Attendees can food, fireworks and outdoor concerts. Guests may bring picnic blankets and chairs, but pop-up tents are not allowed at Star Spangled Banner. Coolers are allowed, so bring along water […]
Parkville 4th of July Celebration
A traditional celebration happens at the annual Parkville Fourth of July celebration on Thursday, July 4. Admission is FREE, but there is a cost for some activities. Parkville’s traditional salute to Independence Day includes a pancake breakfast, a community parade, food, fun, shopping, kids activities, a skydiving exhibition, and our Fireworks Finale at 9:30 pm. […]
