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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 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 […]

Overland Park Fall Festival in Downtown Overland Park

The Overland Park Fall Festival brings a festive atmosphere to Downtown Overland Park this fall September 23-24, 2022. This FREE community celebration kicks off in the morning and are centered around Thompson Park (formerly Santa Fe Commons Park) and nearby downtown Overland Park streets. Activities include live entertainment, an arts and crafts fair, kids’ activities, […]

Browse, Buy Original Creations at the Plaza Art Fair

The Plaza Art Fair welcomes fall to Kansas City along with 240 artists that fill nine city blocks of the Country Club Plaza with paintings, photographs, sculptures and more original creations. In its 91st year, the Plaza Art Fair is scheduled for September 23-25, 2022 on the Country Club Plaza. There is no admission fee […]

Lee’s Summit Oktoberfest Welcomes Fall with Contests & Carnival

The Lee’s Summit Chamber of Commerce ushers in fall with sizzling bratwursts and sounds of oom-pah during the annual Lee’s Summit Oktoberfest September 23-25, 2022 in downtown Lee’s Summit. Enjoy Kids Street, arts and crafts, German meals, beer and brat tents, the Biergarten, carnival, the Sportzelt, live entertainment, contests, a Rootbiergarten, home brew tasting, German […]

FREE Admission to Liberty Fall Festival

The Liberty Fall Festival hosts fun for all ages with a combination of regional and local artists, performers and vendors for a seasonal celebration.  The annual Liberty Fall Festival will be held around the Liberty Square September 24-26. Admission is FREE. This event includes live music and other entertainment, a carnival, contests, a parade, kids’ […]

Colonial Gardens Fall Farm & Festival Fun

Celebrate all things fall at Colonial Gardens this season.  This Blue Springs-based garden center and nursery hosts many workshops, music events and festivals throughout the year. During the fall, they gear up for all ages farm fun.  Colonial Gardens Farm Experience Every weekend (Saturdays and Sundays) from September 17 – October 30, Colonial Farms hosts […]

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