Things to do in Lawrence

Lawrence is the vibrant Douglas County seat and home of the University of Kansas, with the Prairie Park Nature Center and lively Massachusetts Street. Browse family events and things to do with kids in Lawrence, Kansas.

Wed, Jul 1

KS01 Cans N Tans Final Race

Midget auto racing final at Douglas County Fairgrounds.

6:00 PM Douglas County Fairgrounds, Lawrence

0–18 yrsOutdoor

Thu, Jul 2

Wild Adventures for Preschoolers and Parents

Nature exploration class for preschoolers at Prairie Park.

10:00 AM Prairie Park Nature Center, Lawrence

0–10 yrsOutdoor

Sat, Jul 4

FREEDOM FEST 1776 - 2026

Patriotic 4th of July festival in Lawrence with family fun.

11:00 AM East South Park Street, Lawrence, KS 66044, United States of America, Lawrence

0–18 yrsOutdoor

Sat, Jul 4

Kelley Hunt

Kelley Hunt performs at the Douglas County Fairgrounds.

12:00 AM Douglas County Fairgrounds, Lawrence

13–18 yrsOutdoor

Sat, Jul 4

SummerFest

Summer festival in Lawrence.

12:00 AM Harper Street, Lawrence, KS 66046, United States of America, Lawrence

0–18 yrsOutdoor

Sat, Jul 4

4th Fest Car Show

Fourth Fest car show with classic automobiles and patriotic celebration.

7:30 AM Lawrence, IN, United States of America, Lawrence

0–18 yrsOutdoor

Sat, Jul 4

Making Movies

Festival at Douglas County Fairgrounds in Lawrence.

12:00 AM Douglas County Fairgrounds, Lawrence

0–18 yrsOutdoor

Sat, Jul 4

The City of Lawrence Summerfest

Summer festival on Massachusetts Street, Lawrence.

6:20 PM Massachusetts Street, Lawrence, KS 66044, United States of America, Lawrence

0–18 yrsOutdoor

Mon, Jul 6

Crying Uncle

Live music concert featuring Crying Uncle in Lawrence.

8:00 PM Locust Street, Lawrence, KS 66049, United States of America, Lawrence

13–18 yrsIndoor

Fri, Jul 10

ARCHERY

Archery class in Lawrence—active outdoor skill-building for kids.

6:00 PM Harper St, Lawrence, KS 66046, United States of America, Lawrence

5–18 yrsOutdoor

Fri, Jul 10

babisyakatek “it is beaded”

Beaded craft market on Massachusetts Street in Lawrence.

7:00 PM Massachusetts Street, Lawrence, KS 66044, United States of America, Lawrence

0–18 yrsOutdoor

Fri, Jul 10

KanZa Pizza Night with Thomas Kehr

Pizza night with Thomas Kehr in Lawrence.

4:00 PM 246th Street, Lawrence, KS 66044, United States of America, Lawrence

0–18 yrsOutdoor

Sat, Jul 11

Score Lawrence Soccer Celebration and Viewing Party

Family soccer celebration and viewing party on Massachusetts Street in Lawrence.

8:00 PM Massachusetts Street, Lawrence, KS 66044, United States of America, Lawrence

0–18 yrsOutdoor

Sat, Jul 11

Moonlight Safari

Evening nature walk at Prairie Park Nature Center in Lawrence.

7:00 PM Prairie Park Nature Center, Lawrence

5–18 yrsOutdoor

Tue, Jul 14

The Boundless Game: Soccer Stories from Across the Street to Around the World

Documentary exploring soccer stories worldwide—inspiring for young athletes.

3:00 PM Petefish Drive, Lawrence, KS 66045, United States of America, Lawrence

5–18 yrsIndoor

Thu, Jul 16

Local Artists & Crafters Fair

Local artists & crafters fair on Massachusetts Street, Lawrence.

9:00 AM Massachusetts Street, Lawrence, KS 66044, United States of America, Lawrence

0–18 yrsOutdoor

Fri, Jul 17

Night Canoeing and Kayaking

Evening canoeing and kayaking adventure at Prairie Park Nature Center.

8:00 PM Prairie Park Nature Center, Lawrence

5–18 yrsOutdoor

Fri, Jul 17

Summer Youth Theatre presents The Pied Piper of Hamelin

Youth theater production of classic fairy tale—perfect for young audiences.

7:00 PM New Hampshire Street, Lawrence, KS 66044, United States of America, Lawrence

5–14 yrsIndoor

Sat, Jul 18

Kansas Flowers Mini Wreaths

Make mini wreaths with flowers at this outdoor craft activity in Lawrence.

1:00 PM East 9th Street, Lawrence, KS 66044, United States of America, Lawrence

5–12 yrsOutdoor

Sat, Jul 18

Art Cart: Paper Garden

Art Cart: Paper Garden workshop in Lawrence — creative craft activity.

1:00 PM Mississippi Street, Lawrence, KS 66045, United States of America, Lawrence

3–12 yrsOutdoor

Sat, Jul 18

Open Market

Open Market in Lawrence — farmers & craft vendors.

10:00 AM East Indian Avenue, Lawrence, KS 66046, United States of America, Lawrence

0–18 yrsOutdoor

Sat, Jul 18

Breakfast for Dinner with the Animals

Outdoor meal and animal viewing at Prairie Park Nature Center.

6:00 PM Prairie Park Nature Center, Lawrence

0–18 yrsOutdoor