Sunflower Season is here! We have rounded up the best cheap 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 make it — a […]
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Lenexa Farmers Market 2026: Fresh Local Food, Family Fun & Native Plant Sales
Created: April 2026 Special Event Kids Activities Family Friendly Food & Drink Farmers Market Lenexa Farmers Market 2026 Celebrate the start of market season with fresh local produce, baked goods, meats, eggs, flowers, plants, body care products, ready-to-eat treats, and more from local growers and makers. 📅 Saturdays: April 25–Oct. 31, 2026 | 8:00 AM […]
KC Farmers Market Passport: Free Guide to Local Markets & Prizes
Created: May 2026 Free Activity Farmers Markets Family Friendly Local Food KC Farmers Market Passport Explore Kansas City farmers markets and farm stands, collect stamps, and earn rewards from local prize partners. 🎟 Cost: Free Passport | 📍 Locations: 23 KC-area markets and farm stands 🍅 Great for: Families, local food lovers, farmers market shoppers, […]
Theatre in the Park shows and savings
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; […]
World War I Museum deals for local residents
The National WWI Museum and Memorial is offering a deal of Kansas City area residents from August 1, 2026, through December 30, 2026, in honor of America’s 250th birthday. Residents in the seven counties surrounding Kansas City can visit with a special $10 combo ticket, which includes access to the Main Gallery, special exhibition areas […]
Free & cheap things to do this weekend in Kansas City
There’s never a shortage of free and cheap things to do in Kansas City. This calendar list includes events and activities around Kansas City on the weekend. We aim to include a variety of affordable entertainment options, including family fun, live music, festivals, movies, seasonal activities and more. We focus on free and cheap events. […]
Third Friday Art Walk – Free Family Fun
Bring the family to this FREE and fun event! From May to October, you’ll have plenty of chances to join in on the fun in downtown KCK’s Strawberry Hill. Bring the kids and love the creativity. The Third Friday Art Walk runs from 5 to 9 p.m. Third Friday Art Walks are family-friendly events […]
FREE or Cheap Summer Movies in Kansas City
There are plenty of FREE and cheap summer movies in Kansas City, so I hope you’ll be able to find something you want to watch that fits your schedule. Here’s a list of the ones I’ve found so far for 2026. If I come across more, I’ll add them later, so make sure you check […]
Kansas City Ethnic Enrichment Festival 2026
Enjoy a multicultural celebration of traditions at the Kansas City Ethnic Enrichment Festival at Swope Park. The festival is celebrating its 50th year in 2026. Get ready to travel around the world August 21-23, 2026, at the annual Kansas City Ethnic Enrichment Festival at Swope Park (near the front entrance). Hours for this […]
Experience the Essence of India at India Fest
Experience the tastes, sights and sounds of Indian heritage locally at India Fest. India Fest is a local cultural festival that has grown quite a bit since the initial celebration. This year, the India Association of Kansas City is bringing Indian culture to Kansas City on Sunday, August 23, 2026, from 11 a.m. to 6 […]
