The annual Powell Gardens Festival of Butterflies begins on Friday, July 16, 2026, and runs through August 2. Hours are from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Tuesday through Sunday. Tickets are $18 for adults; $16 for seniors (60+), $12 for kids (5-12). Parking is $8. Powell Garden members receive FREE admission and FREE parking. Daily […]
Kansas City Attractions & Museums
Find discounts at Kansas City attractions, free museums in Kansas City, and fun, inexpensive or free events at KC museums and attractions.
Kemper Museum Free Events
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 Open Hangar Days at Commemorative Air Force museum
On the first Saturday of each month from May through September, the Commemorative Air Force (CAF) Heart of America Wing is hosting Open Hangar Days at the CAF Hanger. Admission is FREE. This event includes a chance to take photos of WWII planes, a tour of the hangar and the museum, free jeep rides, kids’ […]
FREE Admission, parking and more for Teacher Appreciation Weekend at Science City
Happy back-to-school season to all of our awesome, hard-working teachers out there. Science City invites all educators to their Teacher Appreciation Weekend on Saturday, 8, and Sunday, Aug. 9, 2026. This once-a-year-event is free and gives educators a chance to explore Science City. Teachers can also get up to three family members in for free […]
FREE Admission to Jammin’ on the Green concerts
Shawnee Town 1929 holds a free outdoor concert series called Jammin’ on the Green at the museum bandstand. The music moves indoors if the weather is bad. Concerts are at 7 p.m. on the last Wednesday of the month from May through September. Here is the schedule for 2026: May 27: Grand Marquis June 24: Vine Street […]
Things to Do in Kansas City That Are Always Free
Are you looking to have fun for free? If you’ve come to Kansas City, you’ve come to the right place. There are plenty of things to do in Kansas City that are always free! Things to Do in Kansas City that are Always Free Art Admission is always free to the Nelson-Atkins Museum of […]
The National Museum of Toys and Miniatures info and free days
You don’t have to spend big to see more than 72,000 toys and fine-scale miniatures that make up the collection at The National Museum of Toys and Miniatures. These items represent the world’s largest fine-scale miniature collection and one of the nation’s largest antique toy collections on public display. Explore generations of childhood through dolls, […]
Free and Cheap Fun at the Nelson-Atkins Art Museum
A crown jewel for Kansas City, the Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art boasts more than 35,000 works of art, some amazing grounds to explore and, best of all, FREE admission. There is a charge for some special exhibits. Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art Hours The museum is open from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Mondays, Saturdays […]
FREE Admission to Kansas City’s Lawn Party
On Sunday, July 19, 2026, the Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art and Kansas City Parks and Recreation are holding Kansas City’s Big Picnic on the museum lawn. Admission is FREE. This event includes live music and other entertainment, food trucks, art activities, and lawn games. Bring a blanket or chairs. Pets must be on a leash. Hours […]
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 family-friendly destinations across the Kansas City metro with this annual Passport to Adventure program. 📅 Season: April through October 31, 2026 🎟 Program Cost: Free 💵 Attraction Admission: Varies by […]
