Things to do in Paola

Paola is the Miami County seat south of Kansas City, built around a classic town square park and close to the fishing and boating at Miola Lake. Browse family events and things to do with kids in Paola, Kansas.

Wed, Jul 8

Scout Days at KC Watersports

Scout Days at KC Watersports—water sports and outdoor fun for Scouts.

6:00 PM KC Watersports, Paola

5–18 yrsOutdoor

Fri, Jul 17

Live Concert - Kimsa: South America Music with Amado Espinoza, Pedro Calderon & Brandan Culp

South American music celebration with live performers—a family-friendly concert.

7:00 PM East Wea Street, Paola, KS 66071, United States of America, Paola

0–18 yrsOutdoor

Sat, Jul 18

Summer on The Square

Summer on The Square in Paola — community gathering with entertainment.

9:00 AM West Peoria Street, Paola, KS 66071, United States of America, Paola

0–18 yrsOutdoor

Fri, Aug 28

2026 East Central KS State BBQ Championship

BBQ championship festival in Paola with food, music & fun.

7:00 AM West Peoria Street, Paola, KS 66071, United States of America, Paola

0–18 yrsOutdoor

Fri, Aug 28

Paola Roots Festival - Aug. 28 & 29, 2026

Multi-day community festival in Paola with music, food & family fun.

3:00 PM West Peoria Street, Paola, KS 66071, United States of America, Paola

0–18 yrsOutdoor