On select Friday nights through September 18, 2026, Olathe Parks & Recreation is putting on its annual Olathe Live! summer concert series. Admission is free, but they’ll be collecting donations for local charities. The concerts will begin at 7 p.m. at Stagecoach Park, except for the July 2 event, which starts at 5:30 p.m. and […]
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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. […]
Kearney Fireworks Celebration
Independence Day celebrations in Kansas City don’t get much better than the Kearney Fireworks Celebration sponsored by the Kearney Chamber of Commerce. This FREE event is open to the public and happens at 5:30 p.m. on Friday, July 3, 2026. Shiprocked is the featured performer for the FREE concert to celebrate America’s birthday. There are […]
FREE Summer Concerts in Kansas City
If you’re looking for a FREE summer concert, you’ll have no trouble finding one in Kansas City. Here’s a list of the ones I’ve found so far for 2026 (click on the links below for details). If I come across more, I’ll add them later, so make sure you check back. If you know of […]
Free Friday in the Park concerts in North KC
North Kansas City, in cooperation with the Music Performance Trust Fund, Local 34-627, presents free Friday afternoon summer concerts at Macken Park from June 5 through September 25. Two free evening concerts also are planned in July and August. The Friday in the Park free concerts are from from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. at […]
FREE (or cheap) Live Jazz in Kansas City
You haven’t truly experienced Kansas City until you’ve experienced its Jazz scene. Here are some places in Kansas City where you can listen to this Kansas City treasure live for FREE (you may need to buy drinks and/or food, of course). Click on the links below to see who’s performing and at what time. Some […]
Free Summer Dusk Concert Series
On the 3rd Saturday of every month from June through August, Northeast Arts KC is putting on a Summer Dusk concert series in the Collonade in Concourse Park (St. John Avenue & Benton Boulevard). Admission is free. The concerts run from 7 to 9 p.m. Here’s the schedule: June 17: True Lions July 17: TBA August 21: TBA […]
FREE Theatre in the Park at Gladstone Amphitheater
This summer, the Gladstone Amphitheater Theatre in the Park presents two classic productions. Admission is FREE. “The Addams Family: The Musical” runs June 26-28, 2026. “Bye, Bye, Birdie” shows August 7-9, 2026. Don’t forget to bring your lawn chairs and picnic blankets. Concessions are sold, but outside food is welcome. Alcohol is prohibited. The show […]
Paola Roots Festival
Let the summer festivals continue! The Paola Roots Festival will take place August 28-29, 2026. Admission is $15 for Friday, $20 for Saturday, or $35 for a 2-day pass. Kids 10 and under are FREE. Enjoy live music, dance performances, kids’ activities, arts & crafts, food vendors, games, rides, a BBQ competition and more! This […]
Free Summer Concerts at Zona Rosa
Zona Rosa shopping center is hosting summer concerts in Central Park this summer. Bring lawn chairs or a blanket to enjoy FREE music on Friday evenings ONLY from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. You can also enjoy FREE outdoor movies at Zona Rosa. Zona Rosa Summer Concerts in the Park Schedule 2026 JUNEJune 12 – Vinyl […]
