Kansas City GetOut Passes have always been a steal of a deal. Take a trip to Powell Gardens, get a ticket to a Royals Game, a ticket to a KC Mavericks game, visit the zoo, visit Science City, the Museum at Prairie Fire, get a ticket to Wonderscope, and so much more for only $99.98. […]
Are you looking to have fun for free? If you’ve come to Kansas City, you’ve come to the right place. There are plenty of things to do in Kansas City that are always free! Things to Do in Kansas City that are Always Free Art Admission is always free to the Nelson-Atkins Museum of […]
Created: April 2026 Special Event Kids Activities Family Friendly Free Program Kansas City Passport to Adventure 2026 Explore museums, nature centers, historic sites, gardens, and family-friendly destinations across the Kansas City metro with this annual Passport to Adventure program. 📅 Season: April through October 31, 2026 🎟 Program Cost: Free 💵 Attraction Admission: Varies by […]
Here are some free & cheap museums in the KC area. Great for day trips, outings, or to learn more about history. Visit a Free Museum Warm, quiet, and perfect for conversation ☕🖼️ Free and inexpensive museums in the Kansas City area. Tap a museum to check hours, tickets, and directions. Always Free Under $10 […]
Here are some ways you can get a discount on tickets to Worlds of Fun/Oceans of Fun. This popular Kansas City attraction offers fun for all ages throughout most of the year. Adults and kids alike can have “Worlds of Fun” with rollercoasters, games, food, shows and more. Click Here for Worlds of Fun Tickets […]
The Kansas City Zoo and Aquarium is one of the metro’s most popular destinations for family-friendly fun. If you are planning a trip to the zoo we’ve got everything you’ll need to find the Kansas City Zoo’s tickets, discounts, and free days. There are some Kansas City Zoo discounts available year-round, and the zoo also […]
Many skating rinks across the country are taking part in the Kids Skate Free program. Participating locations in Kansas City include: Northland Rolladium Skate Center 1020 Kent Street, Liberty, MO816-792-0590 River Roll Skate Center 4720 NW Gateway, Riverside, MO816-587-0131 Get started by signing your kids up to get the FREE skating passes at a location nearest you. […]
Created March 2026 Weekly Events Kids Activities Family Friendly Food & Drink Wednesday Family Nights at Lenexa Public Market Food, games, and family fun every Wednesday night from 5–8 p.m. Image: Deposit Photos Take a break from the weeknight cooking grind and enjoy a fun, family-friendly evening at Lenexa Public Market. Family Night is the […]
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 Friday, July 3, 2026. Shiprocked is the featured performer for the FREE concert to celebrate America’s birthday. There are […]
Lee’s Summit Parks and Recreation invites the community to the city’s annual Legacy Blast, a free Independence Day celebration on Thursday, July 2, 2026, at Legacy Park. A full evening of DJ entertainment will precede the fireworks display at 9:30 p.m. The show will be synchronized to music and simulcast on 94.9 KCMO. The gates […]
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