Get fired up for the Lenexa Chili Challenge in Old Town Lenexa October 9-10, 2026. 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. Over the last few years, we’ve only seen a few contestants run out […]
Festivals
PNC Family Fun Day KC Power and Light District
PNC Family Fun Day happens downtown in the Power & Light District October 3, 2026. This fall festival has FREE admission and lots of fun for all ages. Hours are 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Activities will include a petting zoo, magic show, games, PBC Kids’ characters, vendors, crafts and more. These activities will be […]
Hummingbird Festival in Independence is free
As summer ends, so ends the residency of the ruby-throated hummingbird in Missouri. Celebrate the hummingbirds, Missouri’s smallest birds, as they prepare to migrate to Mexico and Central America for the winter. They usually arrive in the Midwest in April and start heading south in August. The Hummingbird Festival at George Owens Nature Parks celebrates […]
Kansas City Renaissance Festival discounts
It’s almost time for the Kansas City Renaissance Festival. Don’t miss fun for all ages at this annual fall festival. In 2026, the Renaissance Festival is open Saturdays and Sundays from September 5 through October 18, plus two Mondays: September 7 (Labor Day) and October 12. Hours are 10 a.m. to 7 p.m., except for […]
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 […]
Kansas City Irish Fest
The Kansas City Irish Fest brings the soul and spirit of Ireland to locals September 4-6, 2026 at Crown Center in downtown Kansas City. This year’s headliners include international Celtic rock favorites Gaelic Storm, the folk-rock band Scythian and hometown favorite The Elders. Kansas City Irish Fest is a popular Labor Day Weekend event in […]
Browse, Buy Original Creations at the 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 95th year, the Plaza Art Fair is scheduled for September 25-27, 2026, on the Country Club Plaza. There is no admission fee […]
Christian Music and Camping at Nehemiah Fest
Nehemiah Fest comes to life September 18-20, 2026 in Smithville, MO. The gathering of diverse Christians celebrating fun and fellowship takes place at Smith’s Fork Park at Smithville Lake. Admission to Nehemiah Fest is FREE and open to the public. This three-day event includes more than 30 artists on four stages, camping, food, vendors, fellowship and […]
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 Grain Valley Fair
The Grain Valley Fair is jam-packed with fun and activities for all ages. The Grain Valley Fair takes place September 11-12, 2026. Activities take place in and around the Grain Valley Community Center at 713 South Main Street. This family-friendly event has FREE admission and is open to everyone. Note that youths under 18 must […]
