Kansas City GetOut Passes have always been a steal of a deal. Take a trip to Powell Gardens, get a ticket to a Royals Game, a ticket to a KC Mavericks game, visit the zoo, visit Science City, the Museum at Prairie Fire, get a ticket to Wonderscope, and so much more for only $99.98. […]
The country’s largest outdoor community theatre is right here in Kansas City. Celebrating its 57th season, Theatre in the Park has two more outdoor shows and two indoor shows left in the 2026 season. Anytime Tickets that you can use for any 2026 outdoor show are $12 for adults; $10.80 for seniors 60 and older; […]
Theatre in the Park in Shawnee offers a free summer Movies in the Park season before the stage shows get under way. The season runs June 24 through July 17. Movies start at 7:30 p.m., and the gates open at 7 p.m. Concessions, beer and wine are available for purchase. Here is the movie schedule […]
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 […]
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 […]
The Hot Country Nights Summer Concert Series is back this summer in the Kansas City Power & Light District every Thursday night through August 27, 2026. The shows are no longer free, but with ticket prices of about $20 for most shows, they are way less than you would pay for many concerts. You must […]
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 […]
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. […]
Enjoy FREE music outdoors every Saturday through August 22 during the free Summer Concert Series in the Square hosted at Park Place in Leawood. Note that there is no music July 4. Park Place also has free music on Wednesday nights, for Date Night, and on Friday nights as part of Guitars and Games. Whether […]
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 […]
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