Events

Many skating rinks across the country are taking part in the Kids Skate Free program. Participating locations in Kansas City include: RInk Ratz Inc. 513 SW Keystone Drive Blue Springs, MO 816-229-7793 Northland Rolladium Skate Center  1020 Kent Street, Liberty, MO 816-792-0590 River Roll ... Read More »

Are you looking for something fun and engaging for your kids to do over the winter break in Kansas City? Kansas City on the Cheap is here to help with some frugal options for keeping everyone ... Read More »

The Theatre for Young America is performing a childhood classic story 'Goldilocks and the Three Bears' through May 12, 2018, at the H&R Block City Stage at Union Station. Tickets are $11 each. Union Station members can ... Read More »

Happy back-to-school season to all of our awesome, hard-working teachers out there. Science City invites all educators to their Teacher Appreciation Weekend on Saturday, Aug. 24 and Sunday, Aug. 24. This once-a-year-event is free and gives ... Read More »

Are you looking for something fun and engaging for your kids to do over the winter break in Kansas City? Kansas City on the Cheap is here to help with some frugal options for keeping everyone ... Read More »

The Theatre for Young America is performing a childhood classic story 'Goldilocks and the Three Bears' through May 12, 2018, at the H&R Block City Stage at Union Station. Tickets are $11 each. Union Station members can ... Read More »

Happy back-to-school season to all of our awesome, hard-working teachers out there. Science City invites all educators to their Teacher Appreciation Weekend on Saturday, Aug. 24 and Sunday, Aug. 24. This once-a-year-event is free and gives ... Read More »

Every Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday, the Plaza Branch of the Kansas City Public Library is offering free Tech Coach Drop-In sessions. The technology coaches will help you with any type of tech question you have (e.g., ... Read More »

Are you looking for something fun and engaging for your kids to do over the winter break in Kansas City? Kansas City on the Cheap is here to help with some frugal options for keeping everyone ... Read More »

The Theatre for Young America is performing a childhood classic story 'Goldilocks and the Three Bears' through May 12, 2018, at the H&R Block City Stage at Union Station. Tickets are $11 each. Union Station members can ... Read More »

Happy back-to-school season to all of our awesome, hard-working teachers out there. Science City invites all educators to their Teacher Appreciation Weekend on Saturday, Aug. 24 and Sunday, Aug. 24. This once-a-year-event is free and gives ... Read More »

Every Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday, the Plaza Branch of the Kansas City Public Library is offering free Tech Coach Drop-In sessions. The technology coaches will help you with any type of tech question you have (e.g., ... Read More »

Are you looking for something fun and engaging for your kids to do over the winter break in Kansas City? Kansas City on the Cheap is here to help with some frugal options for keeping everyone ... Read More »

The Theatre for Young America is performing a childhood classic story 'Goldilocks and the Three Bears' through May 12, 2018, at the H&R Block City Stage at Union Station. Tickets are $11 each. Union Station members can ... Read More »

The Theatre Department at Johnson County Community College presents two shows in one production. "You're a Good Man, Charlie Brown / Dog Sees God" comes to life at the Polksy Theatre on April 27-29 and ... Read More »

Happy back-to-school season to all of our awesome, hard-working teachers out there. Science City invites all educators to their Teacher Appreciation Weekend on Saturday, Aug. 24 and Sunday, Aug. 24. This once-a-year-event is free and gives ... Read More »

Are you looking for something fun and engaging for your kids to do over the winter break in Kansas City? Kansas City on the Cheap is here to help with some frugal options for keeping everyone ... Read More »

The Theatre for Young America is performing a childhood classic story 'Goldilocks and the Three Bears' through May 12, 2018, at the H&R Block City Stage at Union Station. Tickets are $11 each. Union Station members can ... Read More »

The Theatre Department at Johnson County Community College presents two shows in one production. "You're a Good Man, Charlie Brown / Dog Sees God" comes to life at the Polksy Theatre on April 27-29 and ... Read More »

Happy back-to-school season to all of our awesome, hard-working teachers out there. Science City invites all educators to their Teacher Appreciation Weekend on Saturday, Aug. 24 and Sunday, Aug. 24. This once-a-year-event is free and gives ... Read More »

Are you looking for something fun and engaging for your kids to do over the winter break in Kansas City? Kansas City on the Cheap is here to help with some frugal options for keeping everyone ... Read More »

The Theatre for Young America is performing a childhood classic story 'Goldilocks and the Three Bears' through May 12, 2018, at the H&R Block City Stage at Union Station. Tickets are $11 each. Union Station members can ... Read More »

The Theatre Department at Johnson County Community College presents two shows in one production. "You're a Good Man, Charlie Brown / Dog Sees God" comes to life at the Polksy Theatre on April 27-29 and ... Read More »

On Sunday, May 6, 2018, Zona Rosa will be holding its annual Woofstock: A Festival for Pets and People. All well-behaved, friendly, licensed, and vaccinated pets are invited to bring their people to the festival (as ... Read More »

Are you looking for something fun and engaging for your kids to do over the winter break in Kansas City? Kansas City on the Cheap is here to help with some frugal options for keeping everyone ... Read More »

Happy back-to-school season to all of our awesome, hard-working teachers out there. Science City invites all educators to their Teacher Appreciation Weekend on Saturday, Aug. 24 and Sunday, Aug. 24. This once-a-year-event is free and gives ... Read More »

Are you looking for something fun and engaging for your kids to do over the winter break in Kansas City? Kansas City on the Cheap is here to help with some frugal options for keeping everyone ... Read More »

The Theatre for Young America is performing a childhood classic story 'Goldilocks and the Three Bears' through May 12, 2018, at the H&R Block City Stage at Union Station. Tickets are $11 each. Union Station members can ... Read More »

Happy back-to-school season to all of our awesome, hard-working teachers out there. Science City invites all educators to their Teacher Appreciation Weekend on Saturday, Aug. 24 and Sunday, Aug. 24. This once-a-year-event is free and gives ... Read More »

In French, "plein air" means "open air" or "outside." In art terms, "plein air" means "painting outdoors." The annual Kansas City Plein Air Festival returns May 4-12, 2018, to Penn Valley Park and Union Cemetery. ... Read More »

Are you looking for something fun and engaging for your kids to do over the winter break in Kansas City? Kansas City on the Cheap is here to help with some frugal options for keeping everyone ... Read More »

The Theatre for Young America is performing a childhood classic story 'Goldilocks and the Three Bears' through May 12, 2018, at the H&R Block City Stage at Union Station. Tickets are $11 each. Union Station members can ... Read More »

Happy back-to-school season to all of our awesome, hard-working teachers out there. Science City invites all educators to their Teacher Appreciation Weekend on Saturday, Aug. 24 and Sunday, Aug. 24. This once-a-year-event is free and gives ... Read More »

Every Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday, the Plaza Branch of the Kansas City Public Library is offering free Tech Coach Drop-In sessions. The technology coaches will help you with any type of tech question you have (e.g., ... Read More »

CYT presents Disney's 'The Lion King Jr. Musical' May 10-13, 2018 at the Bell Cultural Events Center. General admission is $13 at the door. Advance discount tickets are $9 (student, seniors & groups) and $11 (adults). Schedule ... Read More »

The Culture House presents a musical based on Charles Schultz's beloved comic strip, Snoopy. 'SNOOPY! The Musical' is the sequel to 'You're a Good Man, Charlie Brown' and comes to life on stage May 10-18, ... Read More »

Are you looking for something fun and engaging for your kids to do over the winter break in Kansas City? Kansas City on the Cheap is here to help with some frugal options for keeping everyone ... Read More »

The Theatre for Young America is performing a childhood classic story 'Goldilocks and the Three Bears' through May 12, 2018, at the H&R Block City Stage at Union Station. Tickets are $11 each. Union Station members can ... Read More »

Are you a fan of Greek mythology? Lucia Aerial Performing Arts presents 'Stealing Fire' on City Stage this weekend May 11-13, 2018. General admission is $25. Advance discount tickets can be purchased online $20 (ages ... Read More »

Are you looking for something fun and engaging for your kids to do over the winter break in Kansas City? Kansas City on the Cheap is here to help with some frugal options for keeping everyone ... Read More »

The Theatre for Young America is performing a childhood classic story 'Goldilocks and the Three Bears' through May 12, 2018, at the H&R Block City Stage at Union Station. Tickets are $11 each. Union Station members can ... Read More »

CYT presents Disney's 'The Lion King Jr. Musical' May 10-13, 2018 at the Bell Cultural Events Center. General admission is $13 at the door. Advance discount tickets are $9 (student, seniors & groups) and $11 (adults). Schedule ... Read More »

Are you looking for something fun and engaging for your kids to do over the winter break in Kansas City? Kansas City on the Cheap is here to help with some frugal options for keeping everyone ... Read More »

The Theatre for Young America is performing a childhood classic story 'Goldilocks and the Three Bears' through May 12, 2018, at the H&R Block City Stage at Union Station. Tickets are $11 each. Union Station members can ... Read More »

CYT presents Disney's 'The Lion King Jr. Musical' May 10-13, 2018 at the Bell Cultural Events Center. General admission is $13 at the door. Advance discount tickets are $9 (student, seniors & groups) and $11 (adults). Schedule ... Read More »

The Culture House presents a musical based on Charles Schultz's beloved comic strip, Snoopy. 'SNOOPY! The Musical' is the sequel to 'You're a Good Man, Charlie Brown' and comes to life on stage May 10-18, ... Read More »

Are you looking for something fun and engaging for your kids to do over the winter break in Kansas City? Kansas City on the Cheap is here to help with some frugal options for keeping everyone ... Read More »

CYT presents Disney's 'The Lion King Jr. Musical' May 10-13, 2018 at the Bell Cultural Events Center. General admission is $13 at the door. Advance discount tickets are $9 (student, seniors & groups) and $11 (adults). Schedule ... Read More »

The Culture House presents a musical based on Charles Schultz's beloved comic strip, Snoopy. 'SNOOPY! The Musical' is the sequel to 'You're a Good Man, Charlie Brown' and comes to life on stage May 10-18, ... Read More »

Are you a fan of Greek mythology? Lucia Aerial Performing Arts presents 'Stealing Fire' on City Stage this weekend May 11-13, 2018. General admission is $25. Advance discount tickets can be purchased online $20 (ages ... Read More »

Are you looking for something fun and engaging for your kids to do over the winter break in Kansas City? Kansas City on the Cheap is here to help with some frugal options for keeping everyone ... Read More »

Happy back-to-school season to all of our awesome, hard-working teachers out there. Science City invites all educators to their Teacher Appreciation Weekend on Saturday, Aug. 24 and Sunday, Aug. 24. This once-a-year-event is free and gives ... Read More »

Are you looking for something fun and engaging for your kids to do over the winter break in Kansas City? Kansas City on the Cheap is here to help with some frugal options for keeping everyone ... Read More »

Happy back-to-school season to all of our awesome, hard-working teachers out there. Science City invites all educators to their Teacher Appreciation Weekend on Saturday, Aug. 24 and Sunday, Aug. 24. This once-a-year-event is free and gives ... Read More »

Are you looking for something fun and engaging for your kids to do over the winter break in Kansas City? Kansas City on the Cheap is here to help with some frugal options for keeping everyone ... Read More »

The Culture House presents a musical based on Charles Schultz's beloved comic strip, Snoopy. 'SNOOPY! The Musical' is the sequel to 'You're a Good Man, Charlie Brown' and comes to life on stage May 10-18, ... Read More »

Happy back-to-school season to all of our awesome, hard-working teachers out there. Science City invites all educators to their Teacher Appreciation Weekend on Saturday, Aug. 24 and Sunday, Aug. 24. This once-a-year-event is free and gives ... Read More »

Every Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday, the Plaza Branch of the Kansas City Public Library is offering free Tech Coach Drop-In sessions. The technology coaches will help you with any type of tech question you have (e.g., ... Read More »

Do your kiddos love Cat in the Hat, Horton Hears a Who and other Dr. Seuss stories? CYT presents Seussical the musical on May 17-20, 2018 at the Bell Cultural Events Center. General admission is $13 at ... Read More »

Are you looking for something fun and engaging for your kids to do over the winter break in Kansas City? Kansas City on the Cheap is here to help with some frugal options for keeping everyone ... Read More »

The Culture House presents a musical based on Charles Schultz's beloved comic strip, Snoopy. 'SNOOPY! The Musical' is the sequel to 'You're a Good Man, Charlie Brown' and comes to life on stage May 10-18, ... Read More »

Happy back-to-school season to all of our awesome, hard-working teachers out there. Science City invites all educators to their Teacher Appreciation Weekend on Saturday, Aug. 24 and Sunday, Aug. 24. This once-a-year-event is free and gives ... Read More »

Are you looking for something fun and engaging for your kids to do over the winter break in Kansas City? Kansas City on the Cheap is here to help with some frugal options for keeping everyone ... Read More »

The Culture House presents a musical based on Charles Schultz's beloved comic strip, Snoopy. 'SNOOPY! The Musical' is the sequel to 'You're a Good Man, Charlie Brown' and comes to life on stage May 10-18, ... Read More »

Do your kiddos love Cat in the Hat, Horton Hears a Who and other Dr. Seuss stories? CYT presents Seussical the musical on May 17-20, 2018 at the Bell Cultural Events Center. General admission is $13 at ... Read More »

Happy back-to-school season to all of our awesome, hard-working teachers out there. Science City invites all educators to their Teacher Appreciation Weekend on Saturday, Aug. 24 and Sunday, Aug. 24. This once-a-year-event is free and gives ... Read More »

Calling all foodies! Tasty Expo is coming to Overland Park Convention Center this weekend, May 19-20, 2018. General admission is $25 at the door. Advance discount tickets are $20 for a 1-day ticket; $30 for a 2-day ... Read More »

Are you looking for something fun and engaging for your kids to do over the winter break in Kansas City? Kansas City on the Cheap is here to help with some frugal options for keeping everyone ... Read More »

Do your kiddos love Cat in the Hat, Horton Hears a Who and other Dr. Seuss stories? CYT presents Seussical the musical on May 17-20, 2018 at the Bell Cultural Events Center. General admission is $13 at ... Read More »

On Saturday, May 19, 2018, Urban American Outdoors will host an Urban Kids Fishing Derby at the pond at Kansas City Kansas Community College. Kids ages 4-16 who are accompanied by a parent can enter the derby for FREE. ... Read More »

Are you looking for something fun and engaging for your kids to do over the winter break in Kansas City? Kansas City on the Cheap is here to help with some frugal options for keeping everyone ... Read More »

Do your kiddos love Cat in the Hat, Horton Hears a Who and other Dr. Seuss stories? CYT presents Seussical the musical on May 17-20, 2018 at the Bell Cultural Events Center. General admission is $13 at ... Read More »

Calling all foodies! Tasty Expo is coming to Overland Park Convention Center this weekend, May 19-20, 2018. General admission is $25 at the door. Advance discount tickets are $20 for a 1-day ticket; $30 for a 2-day ... Read More »

Join the Northeast Arts KC organization for its annual Chalk Walk Festival at the fountain at Concourse Park. Admission is FREE. Chalk Walk is a family-friendly event where kids and parents can join local, amateur, and practicing artists to create everything from ... Read More »

Are you looking for something fun and engaging for your kids to do over the winter break in Kansas City? Kansas City on the Cheap is here to help with some frugal options for keeping everyone ... Read More »

Join the Northeast Arts KC organization for its annual Chalk Walk Festival at the fountain at Concourse Park. Admission is FREE. Chalk Walk is a family-friendly event where kids and parents can join local, amateur, and practicing artists to create everything from ... Read More »

Happy back-to-school season to all of our awesome, hard-working teachers out there. Science City invites all educators to their Teacher Appreciation Weekend on Saturday, Aug. 24 and Sunday, Aug. 24. This once-a-year-event is free and gives ... Read More »

Are you looking for something fun and engaging for your kids to do over the winter break in Kansas City? Kansas City on the Cheap is here to help with some frugal options for keeping everyone ... Read More »

Join the Northeast Arts KC organization for its annual Chalk Walk Festival at the fountain at Concourse Park. Admission is FREE. Chalk Walk is a family-friendly event where kids and parents can join local, amateur, and practicing artists to create everything from ... Read More »

Happy back-to-school season to all of our awesome, hard-working teachers out there. Science City invites all educators to their Teacher Appreciation Weekend on Saturday, Aug. 24 and Sunday, Aug. 24. This once-a-year-event is free and gives ... Read More »

Are you looking for something fun and engaging for your kids to do over the winter break in Kansas City? Kansas City on the Cheap is here to help with some frugal options for keeping everyone ... Read More »

Join the Northeast Arts KC organization for its annual Chalk Walk Festival at the fountain at Concourse Park. Admission is FREE. Chalk Walk is a family-friendly event where kids and parents can join local, amateur, and practicing artists to create everything from ... Read More »

Happy back-to-school season to all of our awesome, hard-working teachers out there. Science City invites all educators to their Teacher Appreciation Weekend on Saturday, Aug. 24 and Sunday, Aug. 24. This once-a-year-event is free and gives ... Read More »

Every Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday, the Plaza Branch of the Kansas City Public Library is offering free Tech Coach Drop-In sessions. The technology coaches will help you with any type of tech question you have (e.g., ... Read More »

CYT presents the musical "The Hunchback of Notre Dame" on May 24-27, 2018 at the Bell Cultural Events Center. General admission is $13 at the door. Advance discount tickets are $9 (student, seniors & groups) and $11 (adults). Schedule ... Read More »

Are you looking for something fun and engaging for your kids to do over the winter break in Kansas City? Kansas City on the Cheap is here to help with some frugal options for keeping everyone ... Read More »

Join the Northeast Arts KC organization for its annual Chalk Walk Festival at the fountain at Concourse Park. Admission is FREE. Chalk Walk is a family-friendly event where kids and parents can join local, amateur, and practicing artists to create everything from ... Read More »

Happy back-to-school season to all of our awesome, hard-working teachers out there. Science City invites all educators to their Teacher Appreciation Weekend on Saturday, Aug. 24 and Sunday, Aug. 24. This once-a-year-event is free and gives ... Read More »

Are you looking for something fun and engaging for your kids to do over the winter break in Kansas City? Kansas City on the Cheap is here to help with some frugal options for keeping everyone ... Read More »

CYT presents the musical "The Hunchback of Notre Dame" on May 24-27, 2018 at the Bell Cultural Events Center. General admission is $13 at the door. Advance discount tickets are $9 (student, seniors & groups) and $11 (adults). Schedule ... Read More »

Join the Northeast Arts KC organization for its annual Chalk Walk Festival at the fountain at Concourse Park. Admission is FREE. Chalk Walk is a family-friendly event where kids and parents can join local, amateur, and practicing artists to create everything from ... Read More »

Happy back-to-school season to all of our awesome, hard-working teachers out there. Science City invites all educators to their Teacher Appreciation Weekend on Saturday, Aug. 24 and Sunday, Aug. 24. This once-a-year-event is free and gives ... Read More »

From May 26 through September 3, 2018, Crown Center is putting on a new Trivial Pursuit: A 50-State Adventure exhibit for kids. Admission is FREE. Here's a synopsis of the exhibit from the Crown Center website: "This pretend trek across ... Read More »

Are you looking for something fun and engaging for your kids to do over the winter break in Kansas City? Kansas City on the Cheap is here to help with some frugal options for keeping everyone ... Read More »

CYT presents the musical "The Hunchback of Notre Dame" on May 24-27, 2018 at the Bell Cultural Events Center. General admission is $13 at the door. Advance discount tickets are $9 (student, seniors & groups) and $11 (adults). Schedule ... Read More »

Join the Northeast Arts KC organization for its annual Chalk Walk Festival at the fountain at Concourse Park. Admission is FREE. Chalk Walk is a family-friendly event where kids and parents can join local, amateur, and practicing artists to create everything from ... Read More »

Are you looking for something fun and engaging for your kids to do over the winter break in Kansas City? Kansas City on the Cheap is here to help with some frugal options for keeping everyone ... Read More »

CYT presents the musical "The Hunchback of Notre Dame" on May 24-27, 2018 at the Bell Cultural Events Center. General admission is $13 at the door. Advance discount tickets are $9 (student, seniors & groups) and $11 (adults). Schedule ... Read More »

From May 26 through September 3, 2018, Crown Center is putting on a new Trivial Pursuit: A 50-State Adventure exhibit for kids. Admission is FREE. Here's a synopsis of the exhibit from the Crown Center website: "This pretend trek across ... Read More »

Join the Northeast Arts KC organization for its annual Chalk Walk Festival at the fountain at Concourse Park. Admission is FREE. Chalk Walk is a family-friendly event where kids and parents can join local, amateur, and practicing artists to create everything from ... Read More »

Worlds of Fun is offering FREE admission to thank military service members for their service on Memorial Day, May 27, 2019. Active personnel, reserve and retired veterans of the United States Army, Navy, Air Force, Marines, ... Read More »

When it's hot in Kansas City, you can't beat water fun at a swimming pool, aquatic center, water park, swim beach or lake. The following is a list of FREE or cheap swimming places in Kansas ... Read More »

Are you looking for something fun and engaging for your kids to do over the winter break in Kansas City? Kansas City on the Cheap is here to help with some frugal options for keeping everyone ... Read More »

From May 26 through September 3, 2018, Crown Center is putting on a new Trivial Pursuit: A 50-State Adventure exhibit for kids. Admission is FREE. Here's a synopsis of the exhibit from the Crown Center website: "This pretend trek across ... Read More »

When it's hot in Kansas City, you can't beat water fun at a swimming pool, aquatic center, water park, swim beach or lake. The following is a list of FREE or cheap swimming places in Kansas ... Read More »

Are you looking for something fun and engaging for your kids to do over the winter break in Kansas City? Kansas City on the Cheap is here to help with some frugal options for keeping everyone ... Read More »

From May 26 through September 3, 2018, Crown Center is putting on a new Trivial Pursuit: A 50-State Adventure exhibit for kids. Admission is FREE. Here's a synopsis of the exhibit from the Crown Center website: "This pretend trek across ... Read More »

Join the Northeast Arts KC organization for its annual Chalk Walk Festival at the fountain at Concourse Park. Admission is FREE. Chalk Walk is a family-friendly event where kids and parents can join local, amateur, and practicing artists to create everything from ... Read More »

When it's hot in Kansas City, you can't beat water fun at a swimming pool, aquatic center, water park, swim beach or lake. The following is a list of FREE or cheap swimming places in Kansas ... Read More »

Are you looking for something fun and engaging for your kids to do over the winter break in Kansas City? Kansas City on the Cheap is here to help with some frugal options for keeping everyone ... Read More »

From May 26 through September 3, 2018, Crown Center is putting on a new Trivial Pursuit: A 50-State Adventure exhibit for kids. Admission is FREE. Here's a synopsis of the exhibit from the Crown Center website: "This pretend trek across ... Read More »

Join the Northeast Arts KC organization for its annual Chalk Walk Festival at the fountain at Concourse Park. Admission is FREE. Chalk Walk is a family-friendly event where kids and parents can join local, amateur, and practicing artists to create everything from ... Read More »

When it's hot in Kansas City, you can't beat water fun at a swimming pool, aquatic center, water park, swim beach or lake. The following is a list of FREE or cheap swimming places in Kansas ... Read More »

Are you looking for something fun and engaging for your kids to do over the winter break in Kansas City? Kansas City on the Cheap is here to help with some frugal options for keeping everyone ... Read More »

From May 26 through September 3, 2018, Crown Center is putting on a new Trivial Pursuit: A 50-State Adventure exhibit for kids. Admission is FREE. Here's a synopsis of the exhibit from the Crown Center website: "This pretend trek across ... Read More »

Join the Northeast Arts KC organization for its annual Chalk Walk Festival at the fountain at Concourse Park. Admission is FREE. Chalk Walk is a family-friendly event where kids and parents can join local, amateur, and practicing artists to create everything from ... Read More »