Art On Walnut by Art Garden KC is a FREE outdoor market at the River Market district in downtown Kansas City. This free outdoor market runs every Sunday through October. The market opens at 8 a.m. in the summer and 9 a.m. in the fall, from April through October 2026. Photo Credit: Deposit Photos Spend […]
Art Events
Kemper Museum Free Events and Pay As You Wish Concert
The Kemper Museum of Contemporary Art has a growing collection of modern and works of art from around the world. The museum hosts exhibitions, installations, lectures, workshops, and other creative programs, FREE for all ages. The museum is located at 4420 Warwick in Kansas City, MO. Admission and parking are always FREE. The museum is open Wednesday through […]
FREE Admission to Art Westport
The 42nd Art Westport festival is happening September 11-13, 2026 in the Westport district of Kansas City, MO. Admission is FREE. Exclusive to local artists, Art Westport features original art, jewelry and fine crafts in an outdoor festive atmosphere. There will also be live music and food vendors. Art Westport 2026 Schedule Are Westport happens […]
Johnson County Old Settlers Festival
The annual Johnson County Old Settlers Festival is slated for September 10-12, 2028 in downtown, Olathe, Kansas. The festival is free and open to the public and features music, food, a parade, arts and crafts, and more. Free concerts are scheduled for all three days. Attendees can also enjoy arts and crafts, an ice cream social, beer garden, […]
FREE Admission to Holiday Treasures Craft Festival
Pick up some unique, hand-crafted holiday gifts at the Holiday Treasures Craft Festival on Saturday, Oct. 24, 2016 at the Shawnee Civic Centre. Admission is FREE. Local vendors will be selling their unique, hand-crafted items from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. More than 60 local vendors will display their wares, including jewelry, woodworking, fabric art […]
First Fridays in the 18th & Vine Jazz District
On the first Friday of every month, the businesses in the 18th & Vine Jazz District are holding a First Fridays event (both indoors and outdoors). Admission is free. This event, which starts at 3 p.m., includes live music, local art and craft vendors, food trucks, dancing, and more. Activities for kids are 3 to 6 p.m. […]
Kansas City Country Music & Arts Festivals
The Kansas City Country Music & Arts Festivals are heading to the metro area with two family-friendly weekend events featuring live music, crafts, and food. Events feature free general admission with a $12 parking pass, which covers everyone in the car. You can get passes at the Kansas City Music & Arts Festival Website or […]
First Friday in the Crossroads Kansas City: Art, Food, Shops & Free Comedy
Created April 2026 Art & Atmosphere Family Friendly Food & Drink Free Admission First Friday in the Crossroads Kansas City Spend an evening exploring one of Kansas City’s most popular monthly traditions in the Crossroads Arts District. Browse galleries and studios, shop local makers, grab dinner or drinks, and enjoy free comedy at The Bird […]
Browse, Buy Original Creations at the Plaza Art Fair
The Plaza Art Fair welcomes fall to Kansas City along with 240 artists that fill nine city blocks of the Country Club Plaza with paintings, photographs, sculptures and more original creations. In its 95th year, the Plaza Art Fair is scheduled for September 25-27, 2026, on the Country Club Plaza. There is no admission fee […]
Shawnee Town Arts & Crafts Fair, $1 Admission
Arts, crafts and FREE kids’ activities make for great fall fun at the Friends of Shawnee Town 1929 Arts and Crafts fair. More 150 vendors, showcasing handmade and repurposed items, are gathering Saturday, September 19, 2026, on the grounds of Shawnee Town 1929. The Shawnee Town Arts & Crafts Fair is open from 9 a.m. […]
