Top Back-to-School Prep and Fun Activities in Kansas City

Summer is winding down and school days are on the way. Here’s some information to help you take care of your back-to-school needs without breaking the bank. There’s also some ideas for making the most of the remaining summer vacation in Kansas City. Because, darn it, summer’s not over yet.

Squeeze in some final summer fun

Kemper Museum of Contemporary Art FREE Summer Block Party: Continue the museum’s twenty-fifth anniversary celebration with the fifth annual free summer block party on the grounds of the museum.

Stonehenge at Union Station features back-to-school admission offer: Don’t miss this limited time special where the purchase of an adult admission gets one kid in for free. That’s up to $14.95 in savings.

Farewell to Summer FREE Day at National Museum of Toys and Miniatures: Bid summer goodbye with free admission on Aug. 17.

Worlds of Fun/Oceans of Fun: Oceans of Fun is open until Sept. 2 and included in all Worlds of Fun admission. There are still ways to save.

Kansas City Zoo: The dog days of summer are just fine for all-ages fun at one of Kansas City’s most popular attractions.

FREE and Cheap Summer Fun for Kids in Kansas City: Swimming, movies under the stars, county fairs, bowling, roller-skating, etc. There’s still time to fit in your favorite summer activities.

Back-to-School Deals and Celebrations

Here’s a list of local back-to-school events. Make sure to follow the links.Many of the events are festive, but also include things like free school supplies, free haircuts and information about valuable community resources.

Back-to-School Immunizations Drive underway at KCMO Health Department: Find out what you need to know to make back-to-school vaccines as smooth as possible.

St. Luke’s Clinics Offering Discounted Rate for Youth Physicals: Multiple locations with convenient hours offering discounted school and sports physicals for a limited time.

$10 kids cuts from JCPenney Salon for back-to-school: Frugal families may want to head to JC Penney Salon for a bit of savings on haircuts.

Treat Yourself

As you’re running around taking care of business, don’t forget to stop and get a treat for yourself (and maybe everyone else). Here are a few deals you’ll find around Kansas City over the next several days. Check back often. We’re always on the lookout so we’ll probably have more to add.

Free frozen custard cone or dish from Lion’s Choice: Go big with a free large cone or dish available through Labor Day (Monday, Sept. 2)

Applebee’s Drink of the Month – $1 Mai Tai every day in August 2019

Minsky’s Pizza Back to School Bonus – $3 off Gourmet Pizzas through Aug. 29, 2019.