The Kansas City Irish Fest brings the soul and spirit of Ireland to locals September 4-6, 2026 at Crown Center in downtown Kansas City. This year’s headliners include international Celtic rock favorites Gaelic Storm, the folk-rock band Scythian and hometown favorite The Elders. Kansas City Irish Fest is a popular Labor Day Weekend event in […]
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Browse, Buy Original Creations at the Plaza Art Fair
The Plaza Art Fair welcomes fall to Kansas City along with 240 artists that fill nine city blocks of the Country Club Plaza with paintings, photographs, sculptures and more original creations. In its 95th year, the Plaza Art Fair is scheduled for September 25-27, 2026, on the Country Club Plaza. There is no admission fee […]
Free online passes to Kansas City Home Show
This weekend, August 29-30, 2026, the Kansas City Home Show will take place at Bartle Hall. You can get free advance passes online or pay $10 at the door. This event features nearly 300 exhibitor booths. There will also be seminars and demonstrations. Show Hours Saturday: 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. Sunday: 10 a.m. to […]
Charlie Parker Day Celebration free at American Jazz Museum
Charlie “Bird” Parker was born in Kansas City on August 29, 1920. On Saturday, August 29, 2026, the American Jazz Museum hosts a free Charlie Parker Day Celebration for his 106th birthday. Event Details Date: Saturday, August 29, 2026 Time: 10 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Location: American Jazz Museum, 1616 E 18th St, Kansas City, […]
Christian Music and Camping at Nehemiah Fest
Nehemiah Fest comes to life September 18-20, 2026 in Smithville, MO. The gathering of diverse Christians celebrating fun and fellowship takes place at Smith’s Fork Park at Smithville Lake. Admission to Nehemiah Fest is FREE and open to the public. This three-day event includes more than 30 artists on four stages, camping, food, vendors, fellowship and […]
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 […]
Boulevard Drive-In Outdoor Movie Season
The 2026 outdoor movie season is underway at Boulevard Drive-In Theatre. Movies show Friday, Saturday and Sunday night, usually through Labor Day weekend. Boulevard Drive-In Movie Admission Admission is $15 per person when two movies are shown, $10 when one movie is shown. Kids 11 and under get in FREE. Tickets can only be purchased […]
Light Up the Lawn Free Concert Series
The Midwest Trust Center (MTC) and the Nerman Museum of Contemporary Art have teamed up to host the free Light Up the Lawn Concert Series. This annual tradition brings local musicians to the Nerman Museum lawn on the campus of Johnson County Community College (JCCC) in Overland Park. All performances are free to the public […]
FREE Admission to Tiblow Days Festival 2026
The annual Tiblow Days festival is returning to downtown Bonner Springs from August 27 to August 29, 2026. Hosted by the Bonner Springs-Edwardsville Area Chamber of Commerce, this annual community festival features an expanded lineup of family activities and free concerts. The festival is free to attend, but there is a charge for carnival rides. […]
Free Admission to Grain Valley Fair
The Grain Valley Fair is jam-packed with fun and activities for all ages. The Grain Valley Fair takes place September 11-12, 2026. Activities take place in and around the Grain Valley Community Center at 713 South Main Street. This family-friendly event has FREE admission and is open to everyone. Note that youths under 18 must […]
