Fair fans missing summer festivals can get a taste of live music and fried fancies from September 11-20, 2026, at the Kansas State Fair in Hutchinson. From thrilling rides and delicious fair food to must-see entertainment and agricultural exhibits, there’s something for everyone. Photo Credit: Deposit Photos Funnel cakes, fried pickles, root beer, chicken strips […]
Nature and Outdoors
The Best Cheap Sunflower Patches Near Kansas City
Sunflower Season is here! We have rounded up the best cheap sunflower patches in the Kansas City metro. If you can hardly wait for Pumpkin Spice Latte season, but your family won’t agree to throw on sweaters and head out to the pumpkin patch with you to fake it till you make it — […]
U.S. National Parks Free Entrance Days for 2026
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, […]
Kansas City Passport to Adventure 2026: Free Family Fun Across the KC Metro
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 […]
Festival of Butterflies at Powell Gardens
The annual Powell Gardens Festival of Butterflies begins on Friday, July 16, 2026, and runs through August 2. Hours are from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Tuesday through Sunday. Tickets are $18 for adults; $16 for seniors (60+), $12 for kids (5-12). Parking is $8. Powell Garden members receive FREE admission and FREE parking. Daily […]
The Best Fall Hikes in Kansas City
It’s just about fall y’all! What better way to enjoy the season than witnessing its glory? The golden light glinting off autumn leaves, the smell of bonfires in the air, the crisp breeze — there’s little as magical as a fall hike. And the best part for frugalistas? The best fall hikes in Kansas City […]
Lenexa Farmers Market 2026: Fresh Local Food, Family Fun & Native Plant Sales
Created: April 2026 Special Event Kids Activities Family Friendly Food & Drink Farmers Market Lenexa Farmers Market 2026 Celebrate the start of market season with fresh local produce, baked goods, meats, eggs, flowers, plants, body care products, ready-to-eat treats, and more from local growers and makers. 📅 Saturdays: April 25–Oct. 31, 2026 | 8:00 AM […]
Rock Island Bridge Grand Opening in Kansas City | April 2026
Created March 2026 Grand Opening Family Friendly Food & Drink Free Admission Nature & Outdoors Image: DeAnn Shelby’s Photos Rock Island Bridge Grand Opening in Kansas City A long-awaited landmark above the Kansas River is finally ready to welcome visitors. Rock Island Bridge opens to the public on Wednesday, April 1, 2026, with an opening […]
Essential Gardens to Visit This Fall in Kansas City
You can enjoy being outdoors in Kansas City without springing a leak in your budget. You don’t have to dig deep to enjoy the outdoors locally. Affordability is one reason so many people are moving to Kansas City. The City of Fountains also happens to be the city of beautiful gardens. Here are the essential […]
Free Fun at Penguin Park
Take the kids to visit Penguin Park this weekend! It’s a fun park that gets them up and moving their bodies, while also allowing them to view some pretty cool things! (no real penguins, but cool statues to see!) Photo Credit: Deposit Photos Did you know that the large penguin at Penguin Park […]
