All ages are welcome for the Gardner Parks and Recreation annual Halloween Boo Bash at Celebration Park. This year’s spooky celebration happens October 23 from 6 to 8:30 p.m. Join for an evening of haunted trails, games, prize giveaways, games, rides and lots and lots of candy throughout the ghoulish evening. Gardner Boo Bash Admission […]
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Labor Day weekend freebies and deals 2025
Many restaurants are offering Labor Day discounts and freebies, perfect for those who don’t want to cook over the holiday weekend. Some deals are only valid on Labor Day, while others have varying promotional dates. Click on the link in each item for more details. Applebee’s Enjoy an appetizing deal this Labor Day weekend! For […]
Trick-or-Treat at Kansas City’s Boo at the Zoo
Boo at the Zoo is a fun trick-or-treat experience for kids who love the Kansas City Zoo! The zoo is holding its annual Boo at the Zoo Halloween event on October 25-26! You and your kids can take part for FREE with paid zoo admission. Boo at the Zoo activities are from 9:30 AM to […]
Gardner 4th of July Festival Features Country Music & More
Celebration Park is the center of festivities for Gardner’s Independence Day Festival scheduled for July 4. Admission is FREE. This local Fourth of July celebration begins at 5 p.m. and is open to all ages. No pets, personal fireworks or grills are allowed at the park during the 4th of July Celebration. Gardner 4th of […]
Bonner Blast Blue Springs 4th of July Celebration
An evening of fireworks and patriotic activities takes place at Bonner Blast, a free annual Fourth of July celebration hosted by the City of Bonner Springs, KS. Enjoy music by the Bonner Springs City Band, food trucks, vendors, and fireworks. (there is a cost for food truck purchases) Bonner Blast happens on July 3rd, from 5 PM – […]
Parkville 4th of July Celebration
A traditional celebration happens at the annual Parkville Fourth of July celebration on Friday, July 4th. Admission is FREE, but there is a cost for some activities. Parkville’s traditional salute to Independence Day includes a pancake breakfast, a community parade, food, fun, shopping, kids activities, a skydiving exhibition, and our Fireworks Finale at 9:30 pm. […]
FREE & Cheap Things to Do with Guests Over Christmas in Kansas City
The holidays bring us close together with family and friends. Sometimes after several days that closeness begins to wear on everyone’s nerves so it’s good to have some plans for getting out of the house. Here are some free and cheap ways of keeping your out of town holiday guests entertained. Make sure you don’t […]
Worlds of Fun Takes the Guess Work Out of Your Holiday Shopping
Not sure what to give the moody tweens and kids who have everything on your Christmas list this year? May I suggest a gift that will provide them with oceans, nay, worlds of fun? This holiday season Kansas City’s favorite theme park is offering unlimited summer and fall visits for only $89, and that includes […]
Kansas City Fall Fun You Haven’t Heard About
Fall is the season of bonfires, festivals, pumpkin patches, and so much more that figuring out what events to hit can be overwhelming. And for those who suffer from FOMO, the real anxiety is knowing there is Kansas City fall fun you haven’t even heard about! But don’t worry, FOMO is my middle name, and I’ve […]
Kansas City Halloween Parades, Parties & Events for Kids
Here is a list of affordable Halloween fun for kids in Kansas City! Enjoy free and cheap Halloween movies, costume contests, trick-or-treating for candy, spooky fun crafts and more.
