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 Sunday, October 18, 2026, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Kemper Outdoor Recreation Education Center in Fleming […]
Halloween
Zona Rosa Fall Fest
The scent of pumpkin spice is in the air and Zona Rosa is hosting fun, family-friendly fall and Halloween events to celebrate the season. Zona Rosa Fall Fest The Zona Rosa Fall Fest takes place from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Saturday, October 10, 2026, at Central Park in the Zona Rosa shopping center. […]
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 September 22 through October 18, 2026. Pumpkin Hollow is a special seasonal addition to Deanna Rose Children’s Farmstead. Visitors can enjoy a horse-drawn hayride, a giant hay slide, a hay pyramid […]
Kansas City Haunted Houses & Ghost Tours
If you love having a wicked good time with a slash of scary during the Halloween season, you’re sure to love these Kansas City Haunted houses & ghost tours. If you want to scream, feel chills, or get a good fright, there are several haunted houses (and more) swinging the doors open to unleash ghosts, […]
Halloween Ghost Stories in Parkville Nature Sanctuary
The Parkville Nature Sanctuary Ghost Stories fundraiser is happening Saturday, October 25th from 5 to 9 p.m. Admission is FREE! Little Goblins hour is from 5-6 PM. This is for younger children. S’mores and Spooky campfire music runs from 6-9PM. Ghost stories are from 6:30 – 9:00 PM, and the Haunted Trail (by Little Theater of […]
Annual Independence Halloween Parade Marches On
The longest-running Halloween parade in the Kansas City area is marching on this year. The 77th Annual Independence Halloween Parade, organized by the Independence Chamber of Commerce, takes place from 10 to 11:30 a.m. Saturday, October 25, in Independence, MO. Each year, several thousand spectators attend the parade. The parade floats include school marching bands, […]
Free Lenexa Family Night Costume Contest
Dress to impress at the Free Lenexa Family Night Costume Contest! Wear your costumes and have fun! There will be a kid-friendly costume contest, plus sweet treats, festive fun, and Halloween excitement for the whole family. Mark your calendars for this fun night on Wednesday, October 29th, from 5- 7 PM. Family fun night is […]
Pumpkins Aglow for Martha Lafite Fairy Tale Forest
Martha Lafite Thompson Nature Sanctuary (MLTNS) presents the Fairy Tale Forest and Walk of 100 Jack-o-lanterns, a non-scary Halloween event enjoyable for all ages, but especially little ghosts and goblins. Wear a costume and walk through a quarter mile with 100+ jack-o-lanterns lighting the way. Visitors get to take home a treat bag. The magic […]
FREE Boos, Barks, & Badges Halloween Parade
Downtown Lee’s Summit Main Street organization is hosting Halloween fun for Fido and the family. The Boos, Barks & Badges Halloween Parade happens in downtown Lee’s Summit Saturday, October 25th, from 9:30 a.m. to noon. It’s FREE to participate in all activities. More Dog-Friendly Halloween Fun in KC Books, Barks & Badges Schedule Costume Contest: […]
Dog-Friendly Halloween Events in Kansas City
Trick-or-treating doesn’t just happen on Halloween anymore, and it’s not just for kids. Bring along your four-legged canine friend to these pet-friendly Halloween events in Kansas City. Many of these Halloween dog events have costume contests or parades. These are great opportunities to show your pup dressed up spooky and adorable. Be sure to read […]
