America’s Best Idea — our national parks — is even better when admission is free! Mark your calendar now for entrance fee-free dates for the coming year. On these dates, FREE entrance is available at any of the U.S. National Parks across the country that normally charge an entrance fee. During the fee-free days, the parks waive entrance fees, […]
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Free & Cheap Weekend Fun in Kansas City
Updated February 12, 2026 Need free and cheap things to do in Kansas City for a date night, friends, or family? Use the cards below to find low-cost events and specials with all the details in one place. Friday, February 13, 2026 ✨💘⛳ Craft Putt: Valentine Glow Golf For Valentine’s weekend, the course goes full […]
Free Admission to Negro Leagues Baseball Museum in February
Updated February 2026 Spring training is on the horizon, but baseball fans in Kansas City can get a fix of rich history of the game with a FREE visit to the Negro Leagues Baseball Museum. In honor of Black History Month, the Kansas City Royals and Royals Charities will provide FREE admission to the Negro […]
Free & Cheap Things to Do This Weekend in Kansas City (Jan 30–Feb 1, 2026)
Updated January 2026 “Looking for free and cheap things to do in Kansas City this weekend? Here are events, indoor ideas, and family-friendly picks—most under $10—with official links.” TIME FOR THE WEEKEND …. without the big price tag. Pick your city below to filter the calendar, then click any event for details. Image: DeAnn Shelby’s […]
Library Date Ideas in Kansas City (Free & Cozy)
Looking for a free, fun date idea? These library date ideas in Kansas City are the perfect cozy adventure. 📚 Library Date — Browse Books, Movies, or Magazines Together A library date is quiet, cozy, and genuinely fun — you get to learn about each other through what you pick up, flip through, and recommend. […]
FREE and Cheap Weekend Fun in Kansas City
There’s never a shortage of free and cheap things to do in Kansas City. Updated February 2026 Image: DeAnn Shelby’s Photos 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. […]
LEGO hosts FREE Witch Make and Take Event
Get ready to create an afternoon of fun, Halloween fans! LEGO has been a household favorite for years – and for good reason! Combine LEGO and Halloween, and this activity is a must-do. Plus, creating and taking it home means that you’ll have a fun Halloween addition to your home decor! VERIFY WITH THE LOCAL […]
Halloween Ghost Stories in Parkville Nature Sanctuary
The Parkville Nature Sanctuary Ghost Stories fundraiser is happening Saturday, October 25th from 5 to 9 p.m. Admission is FREE! Little Goblins hour is from 5-6 PM. This is for younger children. S’mores and Spooky campfire music runs from 6-9PM. Ghost stories are from 6:30 – 9:00 PM, and the Haunted Trail (by Little Theater of […]
FREE Admission to Mildale Fall Farm Fest
Spend the day exploring and enjoying a number of fall activities at the Mildale Fall Farm Fest hosted by the Johnson County Parks and Recreation District on October 25th. Admission is FREE. Mildale Farm Fall Fest activities take place from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. EXPLORE MORE KANSAS CITY FALL FESTIVALS Attendees can enjoy the […]
Spooky Springs Halloween Bash
It’s time to put on a Halloween costume and have a night of spooky family fun in Blue Springs. Spooky Springs Halloween Bash happens at Wilbur Young Park in Blue Springs at 6 – 8 p.m. on Saturday, October 25. Make memories with a spooky trail, food trucks, pumpkin decorating, trick-or-treating and more. Admission to […]
