Created March 2026
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Deanna Rose Children’s Farmstead opens for the 2026 season on April 1 in Overland Park with goat runs, animal demonstrations, live music, and family-friendly farm fun throughout the day.Deanna Rose Children’s Farmstead Opening Day 2026
Celebrate the return of one of Overland Park’s favorite family attractions as Deanna Rose Children’s Farmstead opens for the season.
📅 Tuesday, April 1, 2026 | Starting at 9:00 AM
📍 Deanna Rose Children’s Farmstead, Overland Park, Kansas
🎟 Admission: $5 ages 3+ | Ages 2 and under free | Members free
Spring Fun Returns to the Farmstead
Deanna Rose Children’s Farmstead is kicking off its 2026 season on April 1 with a full day of family activities, animal experiences, live entertainment, and hands-on attractions. Opening day is always a popular time to visit, especially for families hoping to catch the famous goat run and explore the farm again after the offseason.
Throughout the day, guests can enjoy favorite attractions such as goat bottle-feeding, fishing, gem mining, wagon rides, and outdoor play areas. It’s a fun way to spend a spring day with kids in Overland Park.
Things Families Can Enjoy All Day
- 🍼 Bottle-feeding baby goats
- 🎣 Fishing experiences
- 💎 Gem mining fun
- 🚜 Wagon rides around the farmstead
- 🛝 Playgrounds and outdoor play areas
- 🐄 Farm animal viewing and demonstrations
Opening day offers a great mix of scheduled activities and open-ended fun, making it easy for families to stay for a short visit or spend several hours exploring.
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Sensory-Friendly Early Admission Days
Deanna Rose Children’s Farmstead will again offer sensory-friendly morning admission on the first Tuesday of each month from May through August. These special hours are designed for guests who benefit from a quieter and more structured environment before the general public enters.
From 8:00 to 9:00 a.m., participating visitors and their families can enjoy select areas of the Farmstead with adjusted sound and sensory features. Advance ticket purchase is required, and attendance is limited.
- 🔇 Sound domes remain off except for emergencies
- 🧭 Quiet spaces and higher-noise zones are clearly marked
- 🎧 A limited supply of noise-canceling headphones is available at entry
- 🏪 Select attractions are open, including the General Store, Ice Cream Parlor, Mining Shack, and Fishing Shack
- 🐐 Goat feeding through the fence is available after the 8:10 a.m. goat run
- 🎬 The movie theater serves as a quiet area without a film playing
FAQs for Visiting Deanna Rose Children’s Farmstead
Is Deanna Rose Children’s Farmstead good for young kids?
Yes. The Farmstead is especially popular with toddlers, preschoolers, and elementary-age children thanks to the animals, playgrounds, wagon rides, and hands-on activity areas.
How much does it cost to visit?
Admission is $5 for ages 3 and older. Children age 2 and under get in free, and Friends of the Farmstead members also receive free admission.
When can visitors get in free?
Free entry is available Monday through Thursday after 2:00 p.m., except on holidays.
What are the most popular opening day activities?
Many families plan their visit around the Running of the Goats, animal demonstrations, live music, and baby goat experiences.
Are there sensory-friendly options?
Yes. Special early admission sensory-friendly mornings return on the first Tuesday of each month from May through August, with advance tickets required.
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Plan Your Visit
If you are looking for spring break ideas, animal experiences, or family-friendly things to do in Overland Park, Deanna Rose Children’s Farmstead is a strong pick for the season. Opening day is a fun time to go if you want extra activities and a lively atmosphere.
Arriving early is a smart idea if you want to catch the goat run and take advantage of the opening day schedule before crowds build.
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Deanna Rose Children’s Farmstead
13800 Switzer Road
Overland Park, KS 66221
(913) 897-2360
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