The 42nd Art Westport festival is happening September 11-13, 2026 in the Westport district of Kansas City, MO. Admission is FREE. Exclusive to local artists, Art Westport features original art, jewelry and fine crafts in an outdoor festive atmosphere. There will also be live music and food vendors. Art Westport 2026 Schedule Are Westport happens […]
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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 — […]
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 […]
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 […]
FREE Admission to Brush Creek Art Walk
The walkways of Brush Creek play host to Kansas City’s premiere painting competition, Brush Creek Art Walk, September 18 to 20, 2026. Interested artists must pre-register and pay a $35 entry fee. Artists compete for cash prizes in the Brush Creek Art Walk painting competition along four miles of Brush Creek walkways in Kansas City. […]
101+ Cheap and Easy DIY Halloween Costumes
You could go to a Halloween shop and get a $25 rayon approximation of your favorite character’s outfit, or you could spend $80 on a state-of-the-art costume that looks like you just walked off a movie set. OR, you could make one of these DIY Halloween costumes, get tons of compliments, save a load of […]
Kansas City Haunted Houses & Ghost Tours
If you love having a wicked good time with a slash of scary during the Halloween season, you’re sure to love these Kansas City Haunted houses & ghost tours. If you want to scream, feel chills, or get a good fright, there are several haunted houses (and more) swinging the doors open to unleash ghosts, […]
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 […]
Dog-Friendly Halloween Events in Kansas City
Trick-or-treating doesn’t just happen on Halloween anymore, and it’s not just for kids. Bring along your four-legged canine friend to these pet-friendly Halloween events in Kansas City. Many of these Halloween dog events have costume contests or parades. These are great opportunities to show your pup dressed up spooky and adorable. Be sure to read […]
Trick-or-Treating Weekend at Carolyn’s Pumpkin Patch
Carolyn’s Pumpkin Patch offers plenty of Kansas City fall fun and pumpkin picking from its 60-acre patch. You can find this entertaining working farm in Liberty, MO about 15 minutes from downtown Kansas City. Carolyn’s Pumpkin Patch Hours – 2025 Season For this season, Carolyn’s Pumpkin Patch is open Thursday through Monday from September 20 […]
