You could go to a Halloween shop and get a $25 rayon approximation of your favorite character’s outfit, or you could spend $80 on a state-of-the-art costume that looks like you just walked off a movie set. OR, you could make one of these DIY Halloween costumes, get tons of compliments, save a load of […]
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The Best Fall Festivals in Kansas City
Fall is upon us, and after the record-breaking temperatures we’ve been experiencing, that’s well worth celebrating. What better way to celebrate than by attending some of the best fall festivals in Kansas City? I can practically smell the funnel cakes now. Kansas City On the Cheap has rounded up the best Fall Festivals […]
Missouri Town 1855 Fall Festival
Experience living history at the annual Missouri Town 1855 Fall Festival! Missouri Town 1855 Fall Festival October 5 & 6, Missouri Town 1855 will have historic interpreters, artisans, and musicians, bringing the harvest celebration of a bygone era back to life! There will also be wagon rides, games, crafts, and family-friendly activities that will surely […]
Enjoy All Things Apple at Weston Applefest
Weston bills itself as the best small town in Missouri, and the Annual Weston Applefest Celebration is one of its most popular events. A short drive from the Kansas City metro area, Applefest takes place Oct. 5-6. The apple parade starts down Main Street at 10 a.m. on Saturday, followed by arts and crafts vendors, […]
Kansas City Fall Fun You Haven’t Heard About
Fall is the season of bonfires, festivals, pumpkin patches, and so much more that figuring out what events to hit can be overwhelming. And for those who suffer from FOMO, the real anxiety is knowing there is Kansas City fall fun you haven’t even heard about! But don’t worry, FOMO is my middle name, and I’ve […]
The Best Cheap (even free!) Sunflower Patches Near Kansas City
Sunflower Season is here! We have rounded up the best cheap (and even free!) sunflower patches in the Kansas City metro. If you can hardly wait for Pumpkin Spice Latte season, but your family won’t agree to throw on sweaters and head out to the pumpkin patch with you to fake it till you […]
The Best Places to Play Pinball in Kansas City
Pinball! The addictive indoor entertainment you may have forgotten. If you’re looking for something to while away the dog days of summer that includes AC, pinball may be just the thing. This nostalgic arcade game is making a massive comeback, and Kansas City has multiple locations to play. The Best Places to Play Pinball in Kansas […]
Missouri Back-to-School Sales Tax Holiday Aug. 2 – 4, 2024
It’s time for the Missouri back-to-school sales tax holiday. Parents can always use a break on the cost of necessary items for kids. Here’s the scoop on the Missouri back-to-school sales tax holiday. From Friday, Aug. 2 through Sunday, Aug. 4, 2024, certain back-to-school purchases such as clothing, school supplies, computers, and other items […]
Red, White & Blue Springs 4th of July Party
Kansas Citians can head out to Blue Springs to celebrate the Fourth of July at Red, White, and Blue Springs for one of the best Independence Day celebrations in the metro on Wednesday, July 3rd. Enjoy Blue Spring’s Independence say celebration with live music, food trucks, inflatables for the kids, a magician, and, of course, […]
July 4 Star Spangled Spectacular in Overland Park
Fourth of July fireworks and fun are at Corporate Woods on July 4 for the Overland Park Star Spangled Spectacular celebration. Admission is FREE. Attendees can food, fireworks and outdoor concerts. Guests may bring picnic blankets and chairs, but pop-up tents are not allowed at Star Spangled Banner. Coolers are allowed, so bring along water […]
