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 […]
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Pumpkins Aglow for Martha Lafite Fairy Tale Forest
Martha Lafite Thompson Nature Sanctuary (MLTNS) presents the Fairy Tale Forest and Walk of 100 Jack-o-lanterns, a non-scary Halloween event enjoyable for all ages, but especially little ghosts and goblins. This event is sold out. Wear a costume and walk through a quarter mile with 100+ jack-o-lanterns lighting the way. Visitors get to take home […]
Raytown Live! free summer concert series
The City of Raytown Parks & Recreation Department presents free outdoor concerts monthly from May through September. The Raytown Live! concerts are from 7 to 9 p.m. the second Saturday of the month at the green space in downtown Raytown, 10009 E. 62nd St. Concert-goers are invited to bring blankets and lawn chairs. You can […]
FREE Fall Crawl in Belton
Enjoy a free fall festival this September in Downtown Belton. Shop, eat, drink, and enjoy live entertainment on Saturday, September 12, during the Main Street Fall Crawl (y’all). Fun photo ops, Downtown Main Street presents one day of fall festivities in downtown Belton, MO. Admission is FREE. Belton Fall Crawl Hours Saturday, September 12: 11 […]
Prairie Village JazzFest
Celebrate Kansas City Jazz in the heart of Prairie Village during the Prairie Village Jazz Festival at Harmon Park. This year’s festival is Saturday, September 12, 2026. Gates for the Prairie Village Jazz Festival open at 2 p.m. Bring along lawn chairs and blankets for your comfort. Animals are limited to service dogs. Admission to […]
FREE Admission to Annunciation Greek Fest
Opa! It’s almost time for the Annunciation Greek Food Festival. Annunciation Greek Orthodox Church hosts its 64th annual Greek Food Festival September 11-13, 2026. The festival is open to the public and offers FREE admission. The highlight of this local festival is the delicious Greek food. You can pre-order before the festival or order online […]
FREE Admission to Art Westport
The 42nd Art Westport festival is happening September 11-13, 2026 in the Westport district of Kansas City, MO. Admission is FREE. Exclusive to local artists, Art Westport features original art, jewelry and fine crafts in an outdoor festive atmosphere. There will also be live music and food vendors. Art Westport 2026 Schedule Are Westport happens […]
SantaCaliGon Days Festival in Independence
Because of storm damage, this festival part of this is cancelled for Monday, September 7. The carnival will be open 11 a.m. to 5 p.m., and the businesses are Independence Square are open. SantaCaliGon Days, one of Kansas City’s biggest festivals, is happening Labor Day Weekend (September 4-7, 2026) on the historic Independence Square. Admission […]
Johnson County Old Settlers Festival
The annual Johnson County Old Settlers Festival is slated for September 10-12, 2028 in downtown, Olathe, Kansas. The festival is free and open to the public and features music, food, a parade, arts and crafts, and more. Free concerts are scheduled for all three days. Attendees can also enjoy arts and crafts, an ice cream social, beer garden, […]
Kansas State Fair
Fair fans missing summer festivals can get a taste of live music and fried fancies from September 11-20, 2026, at the Kansas State Fair in Hutchinson. From thrilling rides and delicious fair food to must-see entertainment and agricultural exhibits, there’s something for everyone. Photo Credit: Deposit Photos Funnel cakes, fried pickles, root beer, chicken strips […]
