No summer is complete without a trip to the fair. The sights and smells of corn dogs, summer heat, ferris wheel lights twinkling in the night, livestock shows and live music from the bandstand can’t help but revive happy memories from years ago. Here are eight county fairs happening around Kansas City this summer. Some […]
Festivals
Liberty Fest 4th of July Festivities
Celebrate Independence Day at Liberty Fest on Sunday, July 3. Liberty Fest happens July 3 at the Capitol Federal Sports Complex in Liberty, MO from 6 to approximately 10:30 p.m. Admission to Liberty Fest is FREE. Families can enjoy fun activities including food trucks, live music, a beer garden and fireworks at this Independence Day […]
First Fridays in the Crossroads District
On the first Friday of every month, galleries, art studios and other businesses in the Crossroads District host an art walk to showcase local and national artists. Admission is FREE. This event has grown in popularity and includes traditional and avant-garde art exhibits, artist demonstrations, street music, aerial performances, sidewalk vendors, buskers, live theater, food […]
Save $5 on advance tickets to Kansas City Kansas Street Blues Festival
Celebrate Kansas City’s blues and jazz heritage Saturday, June 29 at the 2019 Kansas City Kansas Street Blues Festival. This festival brings together down-to-earth blues musicians and a variety of vendor booths for a celebration of history, culture, community and the rich Kansas City blues sound. Admission at the gate is $15 but you can […]
Canceled: PARKED Celebration at Stump Park
Shawnee Parks & Recreation has made the decision to cancel the 2020 PARKED event. They have planned the next one for Friday, June 25, 2021. Shawnee Parks and Recreation is hosting the 3rd annual PARKED event from 5:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. on Friday, June 28, 2019 at Stump Park. Come and enjoy a live […]
KC RiverFest
The 2019 KC RiverFest will be held on Thursday, July 4, at the Richard L. Berkley Riverfront Park. Tickets are $5 for adults; FREE for kids 12 and under. Cash only at the gate or skip the line and purchase in advance online. There is a limited amount of FREE and paid ($10) parking at […]
Booms & Blooms at Powell Gardens
Celebrate America’s independence with beautiful color displays on the landscape and in they sky at the 25th annual Booms and Blooms festival Saturday, June 29 at Powell Gardens (1609 N.W. U.S. Highway 50, Kingsville, MO.) You should arrive early to check out the summer exhibition, Nature Connects®: Art with LEGO® Bricks. They’ll be some other […]
Lee’s Summit Airport open house
The City of Lee’s Summit is inviting the community to its airport open house from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Saturday, June 22 at the Lee’s Summit Municipal Airport, 402 NE Leinweber Rd. This FREE family-friendly event gives you a chance to experience everything the airport has to offer and enjoy an up-close look […]
29th Annual Blues & BBQ
Nothing represents Kansas City like blues music and delicious BBQ. The29th Annual Blues & BBQ celebration is happening from 3 p.m. to 11 p.m. on Saturday, June 22 at BB’s Lawnside BarB-Q (1205 E 85th St, Kansas City, MO. BB’s will be serving all their menu specialties while the bands donate their time and talent. […]
Maker Faire Kansas City
Maker Faire Kansas City will be held on Saturday and Sunday, June 22-23, 2019, at Union Station. Admission is $17 for adults ($26 for an adult weekend pass); and $11 for kids ages 3-12 ($21 for a weekend pass). Processing fees of varying amounts apply to each ticket purchase. The Maker Faire celebrates things people […]
