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Haunted Huzzah at KC Renaissance Festival

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There’s still time to head to the Kansas City Renaissance Festival. Don’t miss fun for all ages at this annual fall festival.  Highlights of this all-ages festival traditionally include jousting knights, costumed characters, music, shows, maypole dancing, petting zoo, shops, games, and rides. The festival promises plenty of FREE family-friendly activities. When you get hungry, […]

FREE Admission to Mildale Fall Farm Fest

Spend the day exploring and enjoying a number of fall activities at the Mildale Fall Farm Fest hosted by the Johnson County Parks and Recreation District on October 25th.  Admission is FREE.  Mildale Farm Fall Fest activities take place from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. EXPLORE MORE KANSAS CITY FALL FESTIVALS Attendees can enjoy the […]

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 […]

Trick-or-Treating Weekend at Carolyn’s Pumpkin Patch

Carolyn’s  Pumpkin Patch offers plenty of Kansas City fall fun and pumpkin picking from its 60-acre patch.  You can find this entertaining working farm in Liberty, MO about 15 minutes from downtown Kansas City. Carolyn’s Pumpkin Patch Hours – 2025 Season For this season, Carolyn’s Pumpkin Patch is open Thursday through Monday from September 20 […]

2025 Pumpkin Festival at Faulkner’s Ranch

Faulkner’s Ranch is a 25-acre ranch that combines food, entertainment and events for family-friendly fun in Kansas City. It’s a great place for local fall fun.  Faulkner’s Ranch is open for pumpkin season daily except Mondays from October 3 – October 31st.  Faulkner’s Ranch & Pumpkin Farm Admission Admission prices for 2025 are as follows. […]

Overland Park Fall Festival in Downtown Overland Park

The Overland Park Fall Festival brings a festive atmosphere to Downtown Overland Park this fall, September 26th and 27th, 2025! This FREE community celebration kicks off in the morning and are centered around Thompson Park (formerly Santa Fe Commons Park) and nearby downtown Overland Park streets. Activities include live entertainment, an arts and crafts fair, […]

FREE Family Fun at Lenexa Spinach Festival

The family-friendly Lenexa Spinach Festival is packed with food, entertainment, crafts and activities. And it’s FREE to join the fun!  This annual fall festival will take place from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Saturday, September 6th, at Sar-Ko-Par Trails Park.  Admission is FREE.  There will be food options, vendors, music, and more!  Why Spinach? […]

FREE Admission to Gladfest Fall Festival

The sights and sounds of fall come to life during Gladfest 2025  on October 3, 4, and 5 at Linden Square in Downtown Gladstone!  Admission to this all-ages event is FREE, but some activities do cost money.  The carnival will be open all three days, with pricing of $1/ticket. (each ride is 3-4 tickets) During […]

Amish Charm at Jamesport Heritage Days Festival

The quaint northwest Missouri town of Jamesport holds its annual Heritage Days Festival on September 26-27, 2025. Admission is FREE. Step back in time and enjoy live music, pressed cider, apple butter making demonstrations, kids’ activities, crafts, a retail market, food vendors, fall decorations, antiques and flea market finds.  Jamesport Heritage Days Location Jamesport Heritage […]

FREE Admission to De Soto Days Festival 2025

It’s FREE to attend the Annual De Soto Days Festival happening now, Labor Day weekend.   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 the onsite carnival rides. Wristbands are $28. Only cash […]

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