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 […]
Kansas City Fall
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 […]
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. […]
Kansas City Ethnic Enrichment Festival 2026
Enjoy a multicultural celebration of traditions at the Kansas City Ethnic Enrichment Festival at Swope Park. The festival is celebrating its 50th year in 2026. Get ready to travel around the world August 21-23, 2026, at the annual Kansas City Ethnic Enrichment Festival at Swope Park (near the front entrance). Hours for this […]
FREE Admission to Parkville Days
The annual Parkville Days festival is three days of family-friendly fun and one of downtown Parkville’s largest events. This year’s celebration takes place Friday, August 21, through Sunday, August 23, 2026. Admission is FREE for this family-friendly event. Come enjoy food and craft vendors, live music and other entertainment, a parade, a beer garden and […]
FREE Chalk & Walk Festival at The City Market
Watch lively and colorful paintings brought to life through pastel chalks on squares of concrete by hundreds hundreds of professional, student and amateur artists at the Kansas City Chalk & Walk Festival. This annual Kansas City festival happens September 5-6, 2026, at the City Market. Admission is FREE. KC Chalk & Walk Festival Schedule The […]
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, […]
