Johnson County Parks Delivers Fall & Halloween Events

Fall is here and Halloween is on the way in Kansas City.

There are plenty of pumpkins to pick, warm cider to drink and fun to be had, thanks to several events put on by the Johnson County Parks and Recreation Department. 

Some of these seasonal celebrations are FREE while others have a nominal fee. As is normal for city or parks-sponsored events, Johnson County residents get a small discount.  

Don’t put off your Halloween plans. Most of these activities require pre-registration, even if they are FREE. Save your space and start celebrating Fall and Halloween in Kansas City. 

Fall Hayrides

Enjoy the nostalgia and outdoors with a fall hayride through Oak Ridge Parklands at Shawnee Mission Park. Hayrides are offered every Saturday afternoon at 2:30 p.m. from October 3 through November 21, 2026.

Hayrides conclude with a campfire, marshmallows and apple cider. 

The cost is $13 for Johnson County residents and $14 for non-residents. Kids 2 and under can join the hayride for FREE.

Register in advance to reserve your space on the wagon. 

Shawnee Mission Park is a 1,600-acre park located at West 79th Street and Renner Road in Shawnee, KS.

Johnson County also offers opportunities to book group hayrides.

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JamBOOree

• Friday, October 23, 2026
• Location: New Century Fieldhouse near Gardner
• Hours: 5 to 7:30 p.m.
• Admission: FREE

JamBOOree is a boo-tastic family event with Halloween fun, including trick-or-treating, photo opps and more. 

Donations of nonperishable food will be accepted at the event.

New Century Fieldhouse, 551 New Century Pkwy., New Century, KS 66031.

Haunted Tales Variety Show

• Saturday, October 24, 2026
• Location: Ernie Miller Park Amphitheater
• Hours: 7:30 to 8:30 p.m.
• Admission: $10 for residents, $11 for non-residents, $12 day of show if tickets remain. Register for tickets here.

This spine-tingling show is for adults and kids 8 and older. It will include animal friends, chilling tales, ghoulish games and mysterious music.

Ernie Miller Park Amphitheater is at 909 N Highway 7, Olathe, KS 66061.

Mildale Farm Fall Fest

A variety of fall activities await all ages at Mildale Farm Fall Fest this season.

The festival is October 31 from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. 

Mildale Farm is located at 35250 W. 199th Street in Edgerton, KS. 

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