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Worlds of Fun Halloween Haunt & Tricks and Treats BOGO deal

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Each fall, Worlds of Fun hosts the “largest Halloween event in the Midwest” with the Halloween Haunt and Tricks and Treats. Whether you’re looking for Halloween fun for young kids or truly scary thrills, Worlds of Fun has something for everyone this fall. Worlds of Fun Halloween Haunt Darkness comes and Worlds of Fun transforms […]

Things to do in Kansas City in October

It’s October, and that means festival season is under way. Kansas City has fall festivals, Oktoberfests, harvest festivals and more family fun every weekend and sometimes during the week. Many of these festivals and events are free, which is even better. Halloween is a month away, but signs of Halloween and Halloween events already are […]

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 affordable entertainment options, including family fun, live music, festivals, movies, seasonal activities and more. We focus on free and cheap events. […]

Merriam Drive Live free day of music

Merriam Drive Live is returning to the Merriam Marketplace with six hours of live classic rock and free admission. The event is family-friendly, with yard games, face painting and custom balloon art. Event Details Date: Saturday, Oct. 3, 2026 Time: 2 to 8 p.m. Location: Downtown Merriam at the Marketplace pavilion, 5740 Merriam Dr., Merriam, […]

Discounts on Advance Tickets to KC Oktoberfest

Experience Munich in the Midwest during KC Oktoberfest happening October 2-3, 2026 in downtown Kansas City at Crown Center. This fall festival in Kansas City includes German-style beer, food and live entertainment. Attendees can also enjoy games, competitions and family-friendly activities. KC Oktoberfest hours are: Friday, October 2: 5 to 11 p.m. Saturday, October 3: […]

Liberty’s Beacon Light & Sound Show free

The National WWI Museum and Memorial is hosting Liberty’s Beacon, an incredible, completely FREE light and sound experience. Through November 11, 2026, this public art installation will transform the historic Liberty Memorial into a giant, living canvas. Combining large-scale video projections with immersive original music, this event celebrates two milestones: the Museum’s 100th anniversary and […]

GloWild at the Kansas City Zoo

Come celebrate the fifth year of GloWild at the Kansas City Zoo! It’s an amazing nighttime experience where the family can enjoy admiring GIANT handcrafted art. This year, all the art is about “Hidden Treasure,” with scenes inspired by ancient shipwrecks, buried treasure sites and overgrown jungle landscapes. It’s a mile-long immersive lighted experience With […]

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, film festivals, live music, theater, family events, sports and more. Make sure you don’t miss any upcoming deals by subscribing to Kansas […]

Free Movies at Central Library

The Kansas City Public Library offers free movie screenings daily in the Durwood Film Vault, an old bank vault that has been converted into a 28-seat movie theater at the Central Library. Movies are shown at 2 p.m. The doors open at 1:45 p.m., and it is first-come, first-served for seating. You can find the […]

Halloween Ghost Stories in Parkville Nature Sanctuary

If you’re looking for some scary tales, the Parkville Nature Sanctuary Ghost Stories and Haunter Trail event is happening Saturday, October 24, from 5 to 9 p.m. Admission is FREE! Little Goblins hour is from 5 to 6 p.m. This is for younger children. S’mores and Spooky campfire music runs from 6 to 9 p.m. Ghost […]