Happy Independence Day, Kansas City! While we strive to be as accurate as possible, PLEASE verify and double-check all times and dates! Celebrate America and plan your 4th of July festivities with some of these FREE and cheap events happening in Kansas City. We’ve got a round up of local fireworks, food, music, contests, parades, […]
Family Fun
Mahaffies Independence Day Celebration
Bring along blankets, lawn chairs and picnics for a historic and family-friend Independence Day celebration at Mahaffie Stagecoach Stop and Farm Historic Site in Olathe. Mahaffies’ Independence Day Celebration takes place from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. on July 1. Activities include: A Reading of the Declaration of Independence followed by cannon fire at noon […]
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 Monday, July 3. Kansas City Groove Therapy is the featured performer for the FREE concert to celebrate America’s birthday. […]
Edgerton 4th of July Picnic & Fireworks
The City of Edgerton bills their Independence Day celebration as the best fireworks show in southern Johnson County. The festivities take place Monday, July 3 at Martin Creek Park. Park gates open at 6 p.m. Beginning at 6:00 p.m. hamburgers, hot dogs, chips and water are served. Enjoy DJ music, inflatable, face painting and yard […]
Art Garden KC – Berkley Riverfront Festival – Every Sunday
Sundays call for supporting local vendors! Check out the Art Garden KC and find some great works of art. Open every Sunday, starting April 2nd. There are over 90 vendors featuring unique, handmade jewelry, décor, ceramics, clothing, art, and more! The hours are from 11 AM – 4 PM every Sunday. Back for 2023 in […]
FREE Family Fun and Fireworks at Evangel 2023
This is the perfect weekend for family fun – and fireworks! Grab the kids and enjoy entertainment for the whole family! Mark your calendars! Saturday, June 24th is the day! The event begins at 5 PM, and the fireworks will start around 9:30 PM. Location Evangel Church 1414 E. 103rd Street, Kansas City, Missouri Events Some of the […]
NEW Worlds of Fun Chaperone Policy – What You Need to Know
Worlds of Fun will implement a new chaperone policy starting Saturday, April 15, 2023. All guests, ages 15 and younger, must be with a chaperone of at least 21 or older to be admitted to or stay in the park after 4:00 PM. A valid government-issued photo ID with DOB will be required to […]
FREE and Cheap Weekend Fun 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 this weekend (Friday to Sunday). 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 […]
Grandview Parks Trunk or Treat Festivities
Get creative! Put a costume on! Bring the dog! There is plenty of fun for the whole family at seasonally festive activities happening in Grandview this fall. Harvest Moon Yoga Bring a yoga mat to enjoy a relaxing evening of yoga under a full harvest moon at 6 p.m. on October 6. All skills levels […]
Wornall/Majors House Halloween Ghost Tours
The Alexander Major House is steeped in history and long considered to be among the most haunted locations in Kansas City and the U.S. Just in time for Halloween, the museum is hosting events likely to heighten your senses and send chills down your spine. Alexander Majors House Kid-Friendly Ghost Tours The Alexander Majors House […]