Fall is here in Kansas City. There are plenty of pumpkins to pick, warm cider to drink and fun to be had, thanks to several events put on by the Johnson County Parks and Recreation Department. Some of these seasonal celebrations are FREE while others have a nominal fee. As is normal for city or […]
Halloween
Annual Independence Halloween Parade Marches On
The longest-running Halloween parade in the Kansas City area is marching on this year. The 78th Annual Independence Halloween Parade, organized by the Independence Chamber of Commerce, takes place from 10 to 11:30 a.m. Saturday, October 31, in Independence. Each year, several thousand spectators attend the parade. The parade floats include school marching bands, community […]
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 31, from 9:30 a.m. to noon. It’s FREE to participate in all activities. In addition to the parade, there will be games, face painting, a gigantic […]
Kansas City Halloween Parties and Events for Adults
Who says you’ve got to be a kid (or rich) to enjoy Halloween fun in Kansas City? We’ve put together this list of free and cheap Halloween parties and events for adults in Kansas City so you can have some scares and thrills without frightening prices. Some of these Halloween events are in bars so […]
Beer, Prizes, Music and More at Transport Brewery Halloween Party
Transport Brewery is really getting into the spirit this fall. The Shawnee-based brewery is gearing up for Halloween. The Transport Brewery Halloween Party and Costume Contest happens at the brewery on Saturday, Oct. 31, from 9 p.m. to midnight. Costume contest: Wear your best costume, though the brewery promises no judgment: “Whether your costume took […]
Cheap Movie Thrills at Cinemark Fear of Missing Out
Get your Halloween thrills from the big screen for less during Fight Nights at Cinemark 20 in Merriam. This year’s scary movie program is called FOMO: Fear of Missing Out. The theatre offers screenings of various Halloween movies — some scary, some not-so-scary — October 1-13, 2026. Cinemark FOMO Tickets Ticket prices vary, depending upon […]
Scary Movies for SHOCKtober at Screenland Armour
Check the calendar. It’s SHOCKtober at Screenland Armour Theatre. This means there is a full lineup of scary and freaky movies featured during this celebration of all things creepy. SHOCKtober at the Screenland Armour Theatre includes movies perfect for Halloween frights, laughers and weird vibes. The SHOCKtober Punch Card from Screenland Armour Theatre tracks attendance […]
Wornall/Majors House Ghost Tours
The Alexander Major House is steeped in history and long considered to be among the most haunted locations in Kansas City and the U.S. Just in time for Halloween, the museum is hosting events likely to heighten your senses and send chills down your spine. Alexander Majors House Ghost Tours The Alexander Majors House is […]
Spring Hill Hosts Free Spooktacular Celebration
The Spring Hill Recreation Commission blends the right amount spooky and local Halloween fun during the annual Spooktacular Halloween celebration. Ghosts and goblins are invited to attend this Halloween event with FREE trick-or-treating on Friday, October 30, 2026, from 5:30 to 8 p.m. at the Spring Hill Sports Complex. Attendees are encouraged to wear costumes […]
Kansas City Halloween Parades, Parties & Events for Kids
Here is a list of affordable Halloween fun for kids in Kansas City! Enjoy free and cheap Halloween movies, costume contests, trick-or-treating for candy, spooky fun crafts and more.
