The Best Fall Festivals in Kansas City

Fall is upon us, and after the record-breaking temperatures we’ve been experiencing, that’s well worth celebrating. What better way to celebrate than by attending some of the best fall festivals in Kansas City?

I can practically smell the funnel cakes now.

Kansas City On the Cheap has rounded up the best Fall Festivals in the area, and admission to most of these Fall Festivals is free!

We’re still adding to this list as we hear about more fall festivals, so be sure to check back.

Be sure to verify all information below via the links to the direct festivals as times, events, etc may vary and change.

50+ Vendors Featured at Lake Quivira Holiday Bazaar - The Lake Quivira Holiday Bazaar is a longstanding annual event and a traditional way of kicking off the holiday season at Lake Quivira, KS. More than 50 vendors make up this event that is FREE and open to the public on Friday, Nov. 13, and Saturday, Nov. 14, 2026. Both floors of the Lake Quivira… Read more »
Powell Gardens Festival of Lights - Powell Gardens invites you to the Festival of Lights this 2026 holiday season. On selected Wednesday through Sunday evenings from November 19 through January 3, 2027, visitors can walk through a half-mile walk of holiday lights and unique botanically-themed displays. Festival hours are 5 to 10 p.m. Festival of Lights will be closed Thanksgiving Eve, Thanksgiving… Read more »
Free Admission to Arts & Craft Shows - Two holiday arts and crafts shows are planned this fall at the The Pavilion at John Knox Village in Lee's Summit. Admission is free. More than 90 vendors will be showing their hand-made crafts. Items for sale include pottery, original art, wood crafts, quilts, scrapbooks, embroidery, crochet, floral arrangements, acrylic paintings, ceramics, holiday decorations, jewelry, photography,… Read more »
Midwest Pioneer Day at the Shoal Creek Living History Museum - On Saturday, October 26, 2026, the Shoal Creek Living History Museum is celebrating Midwest Pioneer Day of 1886. Admission is $10. Kids ages 3 to 9 are $3, and kids 2 and under are FREE. This event, which runs from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., includes periods games for all ages, 19th century re-enactors, skits… Read more »
FREE Family Fun at Lenexa Spinach Festival - The family-friendly Lenexa Spinach Festival is packed with food, entertainment, crafts and activities. And it's FREE to join the fun! This annual fall festival will take place from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Saturday, September 12, at Sar-Ko-Par Trails Park. Admission is FREE. There will be food options, vendors, music, and more! Why Spinach?… Read more »
FREE Admission to Bingham-Waggoner Antique and Craft Fair - Get your antiquing and crafting fix at the annual Bingham-Waggoner Antique and Craft Fair held from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, July 11, at the Bingham-Waggoner Estate. Admission is FREE. This long-running sale features more than 100 antique dealers and crafters on the grounds of the estate. Original crafts, antiques and outstanding collectibles will… Read more »
Free Fireworks Display and Festival in Lee’s Summit - Lee’s Summit Parks and Recreation invites the community to the city's annual Legacy Blast, a free Independence Day celebration on Thursday, July 2, 2026, at Legacy Park. A full evening of DJ entertainment will precede the fireworks display at 9:30 p.m. The show will be synchronized to music and simulcast on 94.9 KCMO. The gates… Read more »
Beer Tastings Abound at KC Brew Festival at Union Station - Updated February 2026 KC Brew Fest returns to Union Station on Saturday, February 21st, 2026. Act now to get tickets to this tasting of craft and international brews. It's a very popular event that typically sells out. The overall price is not cheap in comparison to many deals you can find on Kansas City on… Read more »
Missouri State Fair Advanced Ticket Savings, Daily Specials - Fair season in Kansas City continues and the Missouri State Fair should be on the top of your list for local summer fun. The Missouri State Fair is one of the oldest fairs in Missouri beginning in 1901. Grab the family and head down to Sedalia to enjoy the fun from August 11-21, 2022. Enjoy… Read more »
Sample Cheesy Goodness at the KC Grilled Cheese & Mac Festival - Gourmet versions of your favorite childhood eats are served up at the KC Grilled Cheese & Mac Festival. Amazing local chefs and restaurants are cooking up their most creative and delicious grilled cheese and mac & cheese you get to sample. You also get to enjoy beer sampling from some local breweries. There are various… Read more »
Kansas State Fair Early Savings & Details - Celebrate all things about the sunflower state during the Kansas State Fair September 9-18, 2022 in Hutchinson, Kansas. Each day of the fair has a variety of events and activities centered around part of the state’s industry, people, innovations and entertainment. You can also enjoy traditional fair favorites of live music and entertainment, contests, exhibits,… Read more »
FREE and Cheap Kansas City Spring Festivals in 2020 - It’s spring festival season in Kansas City. We know most people are ready to stop hibernating and have some fun at St. Patrick's Day parades, music festivals, beer festivals, Memorial Day weekend events, family fun outings and more. We've put together a list of Free and Cheap Kansas City Spring Festivals to help those who… Read more »
NEW DATE: FREE Admission to Illuminated Waters Festival - Stone Lion Puppets and Kansas City Parks & Recreation will host Illuminated Waters Festival on Saturday, Aug. 15. Admission is FREE. This festival will take place at Theis Park between Oak and West 47th Streets in Kansas City, Missouri. Activities include an interactive festival of art, environmental education projects, music and food. Daytime festivities are… Read more »