It may feel like summer outside, but fall is coming, and that means fall festivals, Oktoberfests, harvest festivals and more family fun in and around Kansas City. Many of these festivals and events are free, which is even better. September brings outdoor activities every weekend, plus some fun things to do indoors as well. Festival […]
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Downtown Overland Park Third Fridays Fun
On the third Friday of the month, downtown Overland Park shops and restaurants keep their doors open late and host music, special activities, and sales. Image: DepositPhotos Third Fridays are a fun and lively way to explore unique and locally-owned shops and restaurants of downtown Overland Park. It’s also great to take advantage of FREE […]
Deals on KC GetOut Pass!
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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. […]
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 […]
Things to do in Kansas City in August
It’s still summer, even though we are already having about back-to-school sales and events. That doesn’t mean you can’t still enjoy outdoor concerts, movies and other special summer things to do. If it gets too hot outside, you can also find plenty of free and cheap things to do indoors in August, as you grab […]
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 Weekly Family Activities | Family Night at Lenexa Public Market
Created March 2026 Weekly Events Kids Activities Family Friendly Food & Drink Wednesday Family Nights at Lenexa Public Market Food, games, and family fun every Wednesday night from 5–8 p.m. Image: Deposit Photos Take a break from the weeknight cooking grind and enjoy a fun, family-friendly evening at Lenexa Public Market. Family Night is the […]
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 Fireworks Display and Festival in Lee’s Summit
Lee’s Summit Parks and Recreation invites the community to the city’s annual Legacy Blast, a free Independence Day celebration on Thursday, July 2, 2026, at Legacy Park. A full evening of DJ entertainment will precede the fireworks display at 9:30 p.m. The show will be synchronized to music and simulcast on 94.9 KCMO. The gates […]
