The Raymore Arts Commission is sponsoring a Free Summer Nights Concert Series at the Hawk Ridge Park Amphitheater on the second Friday night of every month from June through October. Mark your calendars for the remaining Friday night performances at Hawk Ridge Park: August 14: The Pork Tornadoes. One of the Midwest’s premier cover bands, […]
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Free Admission to Big Shoal Country Fair
On Saturday, September 16, 2026, the Atkins-Johnson Farm and Museum is holding a Big Shoal Country Fair. Admission is free. This event, which runs from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., includes live music, museum tours, a petting zoo, garden tours, country fair games, a craft market and more. Wristbands for $5 will allow access to […]
FREE Admission to Waldo Fall Festival
Celebrating more than three decades of festival fun in Waldo, the Waldo Area Business Association hosts the 34th annual Waldo Fall Festival Saturday, October 10, 2026, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. This family-friendly event is a FREE neighborhood festival located in the parking lot at Gregory and Wornall. Attendees can enjoy local musicians and […]
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 […]
Broadway Shows at Starlight Theatre discounts
One of my favorite summer activities growing up in Kansas City was seeing Broadway shows at Starlight Theatre. Each year, my parents would take us kids to two or three shows, plus buy the cast album, and for weeks we would act out the shows at home. Back then, the cheapest tickets were $1, and […]
Free Summer Concert Series in Olathe
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 […]
Free entertainment on the Rock Island Bridge
Kansas City’s historic Rock Island Bridge is an entertainment district over a river. If you are looking for the perfect blend of live music, waterfront vibes, and local food, the summer event lineup is completely free to attend. Here is the weekly schedule, recurring events, and what you need to know before you go. Weekly […]
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 & Cheap Weekend Fun in Kansas City
Updated February 12, 2026 Need free and cheap things to do in Kansas City for a date night, friends, or family? Use the cards below to find low-cost events and specials with all the details in one place. Friday, February 13, 2026 ✨💘⛳ Craft Putt: Valentine Glow Golf For Valentine’s weekend, the course goes full […]
