Frugal family fun goes to the farm Saturday, April 23 during the Barnyard Babies Family Festival. Hosted by The National Agricultural Center & Hall of Fame, this event is an outdoor classroom of sorts for kids and offers a chance to experience barnyard animals up close. Enjoy FREE train rides, crafts, hay rides, learn how […]
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Kansas City Restaurant Week Runs Jan. 14-23, 2022
Kansas City Restaurant Week, Kansas City’s premier dining event is happening January 14-23, 2022. This is the perfect time to try interesting and tasty cuisine from a number of participating restaurants through carryout, delivery or a traditional dine-in experience. Week is loosely defined. Kansas City Restaurant Week actually lasts 10 days, giving you more time […]
Sunflower House Hosts Free Pumpkin Palooza
Get wild and festive in a seasonal way at Sunflower House Pumpkin Palooza. The whole family can come in costume to this FREE Halloween event hosted October 16 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Visitors to Pumpkin Palooza can enjoy activities, music and there are hand-painted pumpkins for sale. Sunflower House is located at 15440 […]
Fun for All at Dogtober Fest Oct.17
Dog lovers in Kansas City are invited to join the fun at Dogtober Fest, an outdoor dog-friendly festival featuring tons of activities for dogs and their people. Jackson County Parks and Recreation is hosting Dogtober Fest on October 17 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Kemper Outdoor Recreation Education Center in Fleming Park, Blue […]
Deanna Rose Farmstead Hosts Pumpkin Hollow in October
Fall fun comes to Deanna Rose Children’s Farmstead all month long during Pumpkin Hollow. This fun and festive event for families runs daily from Oct. 1-31. Hours are 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Monday through Friday and 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Saturday and Sunday. Pumpkin Hollow is a special seasonal addition to Deanna […]
FREE Chili Samples Galore at the Lenexa Chili Challenge
Get fired up for the Lenexa Chili Challenge in Old Town Lenexa October 8-9. Unlike some tasting festivals, the Lenexa Chili Challenge leaves both your stomach and wallet full. Admission is FREE and samples are plentiful on Saturday, while supplies last (we’ve only seen a few contestants run out near the very end). There are […]
Enjoy All Things Apple at Weston Applefest
Weston bills itself as the best small town in Missouri and the Annual Weston Applefest Celebration is one of its most popular events. A short drive from the Kansas City metro area, Applefest takes place Oct. 2-3. The parade kicks off down Main Street at 10 a.m. on Saturday followed by arts and craft vendors, […]
Kansas City Fall Festivals 2021
The season for Kansas City fall festivals is upon us. During August through early November there are plenty of community events, craft fairs, carnivals and music festivals in Kansas City that provide free or cheap family-friendly fun. Activities at fall festivals in Kansas City will vary, but usually include some combination of games, rides, live […]
FREE Admission to Gladfest Fall Festival
The sights and sounds of fall come to life October 1-3 at Gladfest 2021 in Downtown Gladstone. Admission to this all-ages event is FREE and includes many festivities including food vendors, arts and craft booths, a parade, live entertainment, carnival rides, a kids’ corner, contests and more. The winner of the digital scavenger hunt receives […]
Country Club Plaza Filled with Original Creations during Plaza Art Fair
The Plaza Art Fair welcomes fall to Kansas City along with 240 artists that fill nine city blocks of the Country Club Plaza with paintings, photographs, sculptures and more original creations. In its 90th year, the fair will be September 24-26, 2021 on the Country Club Plaza. There is no admission fee for this top-ranked […]
