On the third Friday of the month, downtown Overland Park shops and restaurants keep their doors open late and host music, special activities, and sales. Image: DepositPhotos Third Fridays are a fun and lively way to explore unique and locally-owned shops and restaurants of downtown Overland Park. It’s also great to take advantage of FREE […]
Festivals
Kansas City Ethnic Enrichment Festival 2026
Enjoy a multicultural celebration of traditions at the Kansas City Ethnic Enrichment Festival at Swope Park. The festival is celebrating its 50th year in 2026. Get ready to travel around the world August 21-23, 2026, at the annual Kansas City Ethnic Enrichment Festival at Swope Park (near the front entrance). Hours for this […]
Experience the Essence of India at India Fest
Experience the tastes, sights and sounds of Indian heritage locally at India Fest. India Fest is a local cultural festival that has grown quite a bit since the initial celebration. This year, the India Association of Kansas City is bringing Indian culture to Kansas City on Sunday, August 23, 2026, from 11 a.m. to 6 […]
FREE Admission to Parkville Days
The annual Parkville Days festival is three days of family-friendly fun and one of downtown Parkville’s largest events. This year’s celebration takes place Friday, August 21, through Sunday, August 23, 2026. Admission is FREE for this family-friendly event. Come enjoy food and craft vendors, live music and other entertainment, a parade, a beer garden and […]
FREE Admission to Annunciation Greek Fest
Opa! It’s almost time for the Annunciation Greek Food Festival. Annunciation Greek Orthodox Church hosts its 64th annual Greek Food Festival September 11-13, 2026. The festival is open to the public and offers FREE admission. The highlight of this local festival is the delicious Greek food. You can pre-order before the festival or order online […]
Enjoy Old-World German Atmosphere and Delicacies at Concordia Fall Festival
Concordia’s Fall Festival started out as public Market Days in the late 1800s. This fall festival has since become a four-day, five-night celebration held the first week after Labor Day each September. This year the Concordia Fall Festival runs from September 8-12, 2026. Admission is FREE. The city of Concordia has strong German roots. An […]
FREE Admission to Tiblow Days Festival 2026
The annual Tiblow Days festival is returning to downtown Bonner Springs from August 27 to August 29, 2026. Hosted by the Bonner Springs-Edwardsville Area Chamber of Commerce, this annual community festival features an expanded lineup of family activities and free concerts. The festival is free to attend, but there is a charge for carnival rides. […]
FREE Admission to De Soto Days Festival 2026
It’s FREE to attend the Annual De Soto Days Festival on Labor Day weekend, which is Thursday, September 3, through Saturday, September 7, 2026. Enjoy fun for all ages that includes live music, a classic car show and cruise, parade, food and craft vendors, pie baking contest and more. Purchase single tickets or wristbands for […]
FREE Chalk & Walk Festival at The City Market
Watch lively and colorful paintings brought to life through pastel chalks on squares of concrete by hundreds hundreds of professional, student and amateur artists at the Kansas City Chalk & Walk Festival. This annual Kansas City festival happens September 5-6, 2026, at the City Market. Admission is FREE. KC Chalk & Walk Festival Schedule The […]
SantaCaliGon Days Festival Celebrates Golden Anniversary
SantaCaliGon Days, one of Kansas City’s biggest and best festivals, is happening Labor Day Weekend (September 4-7, 2026) on the historic Independence Square. Admission is FREE. The SantaCaliGon Days festival commemorates the origin of the Santa Fe, California, and Oregon trails traveled by adventurous pioneers during the country’s westward expansion in the 1800’s. The first […]
