On the third Friday of the month, downtown Overland Park shops and restaurants keep their doors open late and host music, special activities, and sales. Third Fridays are a fun and lively way to explore unique and locally-owned shops and restaurants of downtown Overland Park. It’s also great to take advantage of FREE activities, discounts […]
Festivals
Independence Day at Missouri Town 1855
Celebrate the 4th of July like it’s 1855! On July 4, Kansas City Parks & Recreation hosts Independence Day at Missouri Town 1855. The event runs from 9 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Experience what life was like in the late 1800’s. Activities include patriotic speeches, period cooking, dancing, children’s games, and more in this mid-19th […]
Free Hocus Pocus Showing at Zona Rosa
The scent of pumpkin spice is in the air and Zona Rosa is hosting fun, family-friendly fall and Halloween events to celebrate the season. Zona Rosa Fall Fest The Zona Rosa Fall Fest takes place from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. on October 15 at North Park in the Zona Rosa shopping center. The day […]
Kansas City Fall Festivals 2022
Kansas City fall festivals offer affordable fun for all ages. During August through early November there are plenty of community events, craft fairs, carnivals and music festivals in Kansas City that provide free or cheap family-friendly fun. Activities at fall festivals in Kansas City will vary, but usually include some combination of games, rides, live […]
Haunted Huzzah at Final KC Renaissance Festival Weekend
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Huzzah! There are many ways to save on tickets for this year’s Kansas City Renaissance Festival. Don’t miss fun for all ages at this annual fall festival. Highlights of this all-ages festival traditionally include jousting knights, costumed characters, music, shows, maypole dancing, petting zoo, shops, games, and rides. The festival promises plenty of FREE family-friendly […]
Cornucopia KC Power and Light District
Cornucopia, billed as Kansas City’s ultimate fall festival, happens downtown in the Power & Light District October 15-17, 2022. This fall party has FREE admission and lots of fun for all ages. Many details for Cornucopia KC 2022 are still coming together, but here is what we do know so far. Check back for updates. […]
Sunflower House Hosts Free Pumpkin Palooza
Get festive in a seasonal way at Sunflower House Pumpkin Palooza. The whole family can come in costume to this FREE Halloween event hosted October 15 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. – or until the pumpkins run out! Visitors to Pumpkin Palooza can enjoy activities, music and there are hand-painted pumpkins for sale. Sunflower […]
FREE Admission & Samples at the Lenexa Chili Challenge
Get fired up for the Lenexa Chili Challenge in Old Town Lenexa October 7-8. Unlike some tasting festivals, the Lenexa Chili Challenge leaves both your stomach and wallet full. Admission is FREE and samples are plentiful on Saturday, while supplies last. Over the last few years, we’ve only seen a few contestants run out near […]
FREE Admission to Shawnee Scarecrow Festival
Downtown Shawnee transforms into a festive fall frenzy Saturday, October 1 during the Annual Scarecrow Festival. Admission is FREE for this family-friendly event at Shawnee City Hall from 9 a.m. to noon. Welcome the season with scarecrow making, pumpkin decorating and the Farmers Market. Craft supplies and decorations are provided FREE of charge. Be sure […]
FREE Admission to Gladfest Fall Festival
The sights and sounds of fall come to life during Gladfest 2022 from September 30 – October 2 at Linden Square in Downtown Gladstone. Admission to this all-ages event is FREE and includes many festivities including food vendors, arts and craft booths, community pep rally, live entertainment, carnival rides, a kids’ corner, contests and more. The […]
