Parks & Nature
Parks, trails, and playgrounds
Tales, Tails, & Trails
Nature-themed family adventure at Prairie Oak Nature Center in Leawood.
Walk and Read at Strang Park
Stroll a paved path, read outdoor story displays, and play at Strang Park.
Hike with a Naturalist
Guided nature walk with a naturalist at Lakeside Nature Center.
Mother Nature Reads
Mother Nature shares stories outdoors at Lakeside Nature Center.
Kaw Valley Farm Tour
Farm tour at Kaw Valley Farms in Lawrence showcasing local agricultural life.
Tricks and Treats at Worlds of Fun
Halloween-themed fun at Worlds of Fun theme park with tricks, treats, and spooky attractions.
Cottonwood Tales
Join O.P. the Bookworm for nature-themed storytelling at Overland Park Arboretum.
Cottonwood Tales at the Overland Park Arboretum & Botanical Gardens
Outdoor storytelling at Overland Park Arboretum surrounded by beautiful gardens and nature.
PSI's The Climb Kansas City
Free, family-friendly community climb event raising awareness for perinatal mental health.
KCJO7 at Sar-Ko-Park
Experience Kansas City jazz with a special ensemble at Sar-Ko-Par Trails Park.
Blue River Discovery Days Festival
Free family-friendly watershed celebration with discovery activities at Blue Valley Park.
Dark Forest
Immersive multimedia walk through fall woods at Powell Gardens, Oct 16–31.
What’s Out at Night
Evening nature program exploring nocturnal wildlife at Lakeside Nature Center.
Explore and Discover: Arboretum Tour
Guided tour of a beautiful arboretum celebrating one of Kansas City's natural treasures.
Mobile Music Box Concert: Kessler Park
Free outdoor concert series brings live music to Kessler Park.
Floating Pumpkin Patch
Floating pumpkins and autumn fun at a community center's water feature.
Rosedale Arch, Volker & Roanoke Bi-State Urban Hike
Guided urban hike exploring Rosedale Arch and historic KC neighborhoods.
Thanksgiving Train
Festive train ride celebrating Thanksgiving at Kansas City Northern Miniature Railroad.
Earth Keepers
Nature exploration program at Lakeside Nature Center focused on ecosystem stewardship.
Winter Wonderland
Stroll through a festive winter light display at KC Pumpkin Patch—free holiday fun for the whole family.
Around Since the Dinosaurs
Learn about ancient creatures at a Kansas City Parks nature program.