Looking for something fun to do with your kids? Kaleidoscope offers free 40-minute Family Art Sessions using leftover material from Hallmark. Tickets are offered the day of the workshops on a first-come, first-served basis. All children must be accompanied by an adult, and there must be at least one adult for every six children. Adults […]
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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 […]
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. […]
Free Fourth Fridays Art Walk in Lee’s Summit
On the fourth Friday of every month from April through August, the downtown Lee’s Summit businesses hold a Fourth Fridays Art Walk. Admission is free. This event, which runs from 5 to 8 p.m., includes artist receptions, artist showcases, Music in the Park at Howard Station Park, kids’ activities and crafts, and more. Don’t miss all […]
Free Englewood Art Walk
On the third Friday of every month, the galleries and art studios in the Englewood Station Arts District hold an art walk to showcase local and national artists. Admission is free. This event, which runs from 5:30 to 9 p.m., includes a rotating collection of art from more than four dozen local and regional artists, street performers, music, refreshments, and […]
Downtown Overland Park Third Fridays Fun
On the third Friday of the month, downtown Overland Park shops and restaurants keep their doors open late and host music, special activities, and sales. Image: DepositPhotos Third Fridays are a fun and lively way to explore unique and locally-owned shops and restaurants of downtown Overland Park. It’s also great to take advantage of FREE […]
Third Friday Art Walk – Free Family Fun
Bring the family to this FREE and fun event! From May to October, you’ll have plenty of chances to join in on the fun in downtown KCK’s Strawberry Hill. Bring the kids and love the creativity. The Third Friday Art Walk runs from 5 to 9 p.m. Third Friday Art Walks are family-friendly events […]
FREE Admission to Brush Creek Art Walk
The walkways of Brush Creek play host to Kansas City’s premiere painting competition, Brush Creek Art Walk, September 18 to 20, 2026. Interested artists must pre-register and pay a $35 entry fee. Artists compete for cash prizes in the Brush Creek Art Walk painting competition along four miles of Brush Creek walkways in Kansas City. […]
Parade of Hearts in Kansas City 2026: Where to Find the Hearts, Map, Artists and Events
Created March 2026 Special Event Family Friendly Public Art Kansas City Fun Updated for Heart Hunting Season Parade of Hearts 2026 in Kansas City The 150 United kickoff event has ended, but the 2026 hearts are now being placed across the Kansas City area and will remain on display through August. What started with the […]
Art on Walnut – FREE outdoor market
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, starting at 8 AM! Photo Credit: Deposit Photos Spend the day perusing local art, delicious homemade goods, vendors, fashion – and more! Along with artists […]
