Outdoor things to do with kids in Toledo

Wed, Aug 12

Train, Barenaked Ladies, and Matt Nathanson

Train, Barenaked Ladies & Matt Nathanson at Morton Amphitheater — family concert.

Wed, Aug 12

BIKE NIGHT FOR THE PETS

Bike Night for the Pets — family-friendly bike event celebrating furry friends.

Wed, Aug 12

Perseid Meteor Shower Watch Party

Perseid Meteor Shower Watch Party in Lawrence — stargazing adventure.

Wed, Aug 12

Wednesday Farmers Market at Uptown Market

Weekly farmers market with fresh local produce & goods at Uptown Market.

Wed, Aug 12 +13 dates

Family Night at Lenexa Public Market

Family evening at Lenexa Public Market with food, shopping, and activities.

Wed, Aug 12

Summer Nights at the Zoo

Evening zoo adventure with animals, snacks & entertainment at Kansas City Zoo.

Wed, Aug 12

Olathe Farmers Market

Weekly outdoor farmers market with local vendors and fresh produce.

Thu, Aug 13

Igor And The Red Elvises

Live music festival featuring Igor and the Red Elvises.

Thu, Aug 13

Concerts in the Park: Twice on Sunday Band

Family-friendly live music concert in Thompson Park with local band Twice on Sunday.

Thu, Aug 13 +2 dates

Nature Storytime

Nature-themed storytime for young children at Overland Park Arboretum.

Thu, Aug 13

Americana Summer at the Movies: Wings

Catch a classic silent film outdoors at Shawnee Town 1929's summer movie series.

Thu, Aug 13

Sacred Makers

Faith-based arts and crafts event in Leavenworth.

Thu, Aug 13 +2 dates

Dragons and Fantastic Beasts

Explore dragons and fantastic beasts throughout Powell Gardens' botanical grounds.

Thu, Aug 13

Puddle Jumper Days

Family-friendly festival in Odessa celebrating fun spring activities.

Fri, Aug 14

Lynyrd Skynyrd – Kansas City

Classic rock legends Lynyrd Skynyrd perform in Kansas City.

Fri, Aug 14

Summer Concerts on the Lawn

Outdoor summer concert series on the lawn at Kansas City Museum.

Fri, Aug 14

Movie in the Park: Singing in the Rain (G)

Classic family-friendly film under the stars in Mission.

Fri, Aug 14

"The Spirit of 816" Everyday People- The Official 816Day Celebration 2026

816Day celebration festival on Grand Boulevard in Kansas City.

Fri, Aug 14

Friday Night Sound Bites: KC Groove Therapy (Aug. 14)

Live music from KC Groove Therapy at Lenexa's outdoor Friday Night Sound Bites concert series.

Fri, Aug 14

Lynyrd Skynyrd, Foreigner, and Six Gun Sally

Classic rock legends Lynyrd Skynyrd & Foreigner at Morton Amphitheater.

Fri, Aug 14

Platte County Steam Engine Show

Historic steam engines and vintage machinery at Platte County Fair.

Fri, Aug 14

Owl Prowl with WildHERness

Evening nature walk exploring owls and nocturnal wildlife at Powell Gardens.

Fri, Aug 14

Summer Concert on the Lawn Featuring Brass Rewind

Free outdoor brass concert on the lawn—a relaxed evening of live music for all ages.

Fri, Aug 14

All about Iris - Dig, Divide & Planting Class #1

Hands-on gardening class: learn to dig, divide & plant irises.

Fri, Aug 14

Saucy Jack @ DeSoto Summer Concert Series

Live music at DeSoto Summer Concert Series.

Fri, Aug 14 +6 dates

FC BARCELONA SOCCER CAMP – KANSAS CITY

Learn soccer skills from FC Barcelona coaches at a week-long summer camp in Kansas City.

Fri, Aug 14

Light Up the Lawn: The Swallowtails

Family-friendly outdoor concert featuring The Swallowtails.

Sat, Aug 15

Children's Gardening Series: Harvest

Kids learn harvest techniques in hands-on gardening class at Powell Gardens.

Sat, Aug 15

Rexy Run/Walk - Lawrence, KS

Family-friendly run/walk event in Lawrence supporting local causes.

Sat, Aug 15

Goat Yoga: Farmstead Family Flow

Fun family yoga class with friendly goats at Deanna Rose Children's Farmstead.

Sat, Aug 15

Saturday Concert Series ft. Jason Craig & the Wingmen

Live music concert in Blue Springs featuring Jason Craig & the Wingmen.

Sat, Aug 15

Phantom Follies feat. Brewed Ambition PREMIERE

Live theater premiere in Lawrence.

Sat, Aug 15

Bob Rowden Music Trio @ Puddle Jumper Days - Odessa, MO

Live music at Puddle Jumper Days festival in Odessa, MO.

Sat, Aug 15

Backyard Movies: Saved!

Family movie night outdoors in North Kansas City.

Sat, Aug 15

Los Angeles Rams vs Kansas City Chiefs

Sat, Aug 15

1VP 6TH YEAR ANNIVRSARY SUMMERFEST

Summer festival in Kansas City celebrating a local venue's anniversary.

Sat, Aug 15

Big Shoal Farm Sunflower Field Festival

Sunflower field festival with seasonal photo ops in Gladstone.

Sat, Aug 15

Sporting Kansas City II vs Colorado Rapids 2

Watch Sporting Kansas City II vs Colorado Rapids 2 at Swope Soccer Village.

Sat, Aug 15

Saturday Bands @ Worth HD ft. Chris Stewart & the Full Sound

Live music performance featuring Chris Stewart & the Full Sound.

Sat, Aug 15

11th Annual Rexy Run/Walk

11th annual community run/walk in Lawrence with family participation.

Sat, Aug 15

Summer Jam 2026

Summer Jam 2026 festival in Kansas City.

Sat, Aug 15 +8 dates

FOTZ Early Days

Friends of the Zoo members get early zoo access and special perks on exclusive member days.

Sat, Aug 15

Supermatics Live in Concert - Sat, Aug 15th @ 7:00

Live concert in Lee's Summit.

Sat, Aug 15

Run for PB&J 5K/10K/13.1 KANSAS CITY

Family-friendly 5K/10K/half-marathon run for PB&J in Kansas City.

Sat, Aug 15

Beat the Heat Car Show

Car show in Kansas City featuring classic and custom vehicles.

Sat, Aug 15 +1 dates

Merriam Farmers’ Market Kids Activity

Kids activities at Merriam Farmers' Market.

Sat, Aug 15

K-9's at the Cove

K-9 event at the Cove in Shawnee—meet and interact with working dogs.

Sat, Aug 15

Fuzzy is coming back to the farm

Visit a farm animal (Fuzzy) returning to the farm in Liberty.

Sat, Aug 15

Live Music - Allin & the John Boats

Live music performance in Peculiar.

Sat, Aug 15

Tour de Trail: Lexington Lake

Scenic cycling tour around Lexington Lake near De Soto.

Sat, Aug 15 +6 dates

Hike with a Naturalist

Guided nature hike with an expert naturalist at Lakeside Nature Center.

Sat, Aug 15

Melon Summer Smash

Summer celebration with animals, activities, and treats at Kansas City Zoo & Aquarium.

Sat, Aug 15

Leavenworth 1800s Ball

Historic 1800s Ball festival in Leavenworth.

Sat, Aug 15

Kids, Water, Fish & Frogs

Hands-on nature exploration at Lakeside Nature Center—kids discover water creatures and aquatic habitats.

Sun, Aug 16

Hearts For RMHC 5k/10k Run/Walk 1 Mile Walk and Kid's Fun Run

Family-friendly 5K/10K walk-run plus kids' fun run supporting Ronald McDonald House Charities.

Sun, Aug 16

Outdoor Worship Night featuring, REVIVE CHURCH WORSHIP TEAM! @ Lake Paradise Camping Resort

Outdoor family-friendly worship and music night at Lake Paradise Camping Resort.

Sun, Aug 16

Art in the Loop 816 Day Performances

Free day performances and art celebration at City Market—family-friendly outdoor event.

Sun, Aug 16

Dog Days

Bring your pup to explore Powell Gardens' beautiful grounds together in this pet-friendly celebration.

Sun, Aug 16

Conjunto Nube, La Fe Nortena, Banda Peñasco De Zacatecas, and Conjunto Rio Grande

Live regional Mexican music and bands at American Royal—festive family-friendly concert.

Sun, Aug 16

Empire of the Sun at Morton Amphitheater

Indie-electronic band Empire of the Sun at Morton Amphitheater.

Mon, Aug 17 +2 dates

Athletics at Kansas City Royals

MLB game: Oakland Athletics vs. Kansas City Royals at Kauffman Stadium.

Mon, Aug 17

– Fair Fried Chicken Dinner & Pie/Dessert Auction – 5 -7 pm

Community chicken dinner and dessert auction—casual family dining and fundraiser.

Tue, Aug 18 +1 dates

Kansas City Monarchs vs. Lincoln Saltdogs

Minor-league baseball game: Kansas City Monarchs vs. Lincoln Saltdogs with Los Monarchs Day.

Wed, Aug 19 +1 dates

Athletics vs Kansas City Royals

Athletics at Kansas City Royals at Kauffman Stadium

Wed, Aug 19

Ahead of The Class Party!🎒✏️

Back-to-school celebration with activities at Northwest Blue Parkway.

Wed, Aug 19 +2 dates

Garment District Grooves

Live music series at Garment District Place in Kansas City.

Wed, Aug 19

Sporting KC vs. St. Louis

Professional soccer: Sporting KC takes on St. Louis at home on August 19.

Wed, Aug 19

FREE Concert in The Garden: Julie Bennett Hume, Wednesday, Aug 19 at 6:00 PM

Free outdoor concert by Julie Bennett Hume in Blue Springs gardens.

Thu, Aug 20

KC Magic Showcase

KC Magic Showcase with live magic performances.

Fri, Aug 21

47th Annual Ethnic Enrichment Festival

Long-running cultural festival at Swope Park celebrating arts, music, food & traditions from diverse communities.

Fri, Aug 21

Summer Jamz 2026

Multi-artist summer music festival at Westport in Kansas City.

Fri, Aug 21

Summer Dusk FREE Concerts at the Colonnade

Free outdoor concert series at The Concourse Park—perfect for families to enjoy live music on summer evenings.

Fri, Aug 21

August QuarterMania

August QuarterMania festival in Lawrence with live music and community activities.

Fri, Aug 21

Mark Trammell Quartet in concert

Gospel quartet concert by Mark Trammell in Lawson, Missouri.

Fri, Aug 21

Kansas City Art Mile

Kansas City Art Mile celebration with art installations and community activities.

Fri, Aug 21

Light Up the Lawn: Katy Guillen & The Drive

Outdoor concert with Katy Guillen & The Drive in Overland Park.

Fri, Aug 21 +2 dates

Detroit Tigers vs Kansas City Royals

Detroit Tigers at Kansas City Royals at Kauffman Stadium

Fri, Aug 21

Randy Rogers Band in Kansas City

Country music concert with Randy Rogers Band in Raytown.

Fri, Aug 21

Tim McGraw: Pawn Shop Guitar Tour

Country star Tim McGraw performs the Pawn Shop Guitar Tour in Kansas City.

Fri, Aug 21

Paul Thorn '26 Day 1

Paul Thorn Festival Day 1—outdoor festival celebrating live music and community.

Fri, Aug 21

Fast and the furious Movie Premiere & Car Show 🏁📽️🎟️🏎️

Fast & Furious movie premiere with car show—rev up family fun with vehicles and action.

Fri, Aug 21

Friday Night Sound Bites: Landrush (Aug. 21)

Live music from Landrush at Lenexa's outdoor Friday Night Sound Bites concert series.

Fri, Aug 21

Witch Hat Atelier Cosplay Photoshoot and Meetup

Anime/manga cosplay photoshoot and meetup for fans in Kansas City.

Fri, Aug 21

KC Mystic Fair ~ August 2026

KC Mystic Fair in Independence—explore mystical vendors, crafts, and entertainment for all ages.

Fri, Aug 21

Flatland Cavalry – Work of Heart Tour

Country/Americana band Flatland Cavalry performs at the outdoor Starlight Theatre in Kansas City.

Fri, Aug 21

Tivoli Under the Stars: Double Indemnity

Classic film screening under the stars at Tivoli in Kansas City.

Fri, Aug 21

Faith Night at the K 2026

Faith-themed night at Kauffman Stadium featuring live music and community.

Fri, Aug 21 +2 dates

Detroit Tigers at Kansas City Royals

Detroit Tigers MLB game at Kansas City Royals—major-league baseball for the family.

Fri, Aug 21

Tim McGraw

Country star Tim McGraw performs at Morton Amphitheater in Riverside.

Sat, Aug 22

Midwest Pioneer Day of 1866

Living-history educational event exploring life and culture from the pioneering era of 1866.

Sat, Aug 22 +6 dates

Michigan Renaissance Festival

Michigan Renaissance Festival—jousting, crafts, food, and family entertainment.

Sat, Aug 22

The Fabulous Freddie Mercury Tribute

Queen tribute concert at Legacy Park Amphitheater—families sing along to Freddie Mercury classics.

Sat, Aug 22

HISTORY HIGHLIGHT TOURS: Tour with the Director!

Guided history tour led by the director in Shawnee.

Sat, Aug 22

Repair Cafe

Repair Cafe in Riverside—fix broken items with community volunteers and learn sustainability.

Sat, Aug 22

Tiny Tot Triathlon

Young kids compete in a fun mini triathlon with swimming, biking, and running events.

Sat, Aug 22

Mutts & Movies

Dogs and movies under the stars at Boulevard Drive-In Theatre.

Sat, Aug 22

Saturday Concert Series ft. Got It Covered

Saturday concert series with Got It Covered in Blue Springs.

Sat, Aug 22

2026 Heart of America Hotdog Festival

Heart of America Hotdog Festival—tasty outdoor celebration with food and family fun.

Sat, Aug 22

3rd Annual PAL Charity Auto Show

3rd Annual PAL Charity Auto Show—see classic and custom cars at Kansas City Police Academy.

Sat, Aug 22

NWSL - Kansas City Current vs Seattle Reign

NWSL professional women's soccer: Kansas City Current vs Seattle Reign.

Sat, Aug 22

LV ARTS at the Park: Art in Motion!

LV Arts at the Park: Art in Motion—outdoor art festival celebrating creativity and community.

Sat, Aug 22

2026 Midsummer's Fantasy Market

Fantasy-themed market with crafts, vendors & family fun in Lenexa.

Sun, Aug 23

Caamp

Folk/indie band Caamp performs in Kansas City.

Sun, Aug 23

Concerts in the Park: Kristy Wyatt & The Moxie

Free outdoor concert with Kristy Wyatt & The Moxie in Blue Springs.

Mon, Aug 24

CAAMP with The Brook & The Bluff

Indie folk band CAAMP performs with opening acts at historic Starlight Theatre.

Mon, Aug 24

Toto, Christopher Cross, and The Romantics

Classic rock acts Toto, Christopher Cross & The Romantics at Morton Amphitheater.

Tue, Aug 25

Lenexa Farmers Market: Aug. 25

Browse local produce, crafts & goods at Lenexa's weekly outdoor farmers market.

Tue, Aug 25

Styx and Chicago

Rock legends Styx and Chicago at Morton Amphitheater.

Wed, Aug 26

Santana and Doobie Brothers

Santana and Doobie Brothers at Morton Amphitheater—legendary rock concert.

Wed, Aug 26

Vince Gill

Country legend Vince Gill performs live in Kansas City.

Wed, Aug 26

Santana, The Doobie Brothers in Riverside

Rock icons Santana & The Doobie Brothers in Riverside.

Thu, Aug 27

2026 Tiblow Days Festival

Tiblow Days Festival in Bonner Springs—community celebration.

Fri, Aug 28

Leavenworth Cruisers August Cruise Night

Classic car cruise night in historic downtown Leavenworth.

Fri, Aug 28

Seattle Seahawks vs Kansas City Chiefs

Cheer on the Kansas City Chiefs vs Seattle Seahawks at Arrowhead.

Fri, Aug 28

USAC/MRA Weld Memorial

Sprint-car racing at Lakeside Speedway with pit tours and grandstand views.

Fri, Aug 28

2026 Kansas City Juggling Festival

Juggling festival with performances and audience participation fun.

Fri, Aug 28

Olathe Fourth Fridays - Car Exhibition

Monthly car show & street festival in downtown Olathe.

Fri, Aug 28

City Band Concert - Tiblow Days Edition

Free live band concert at Bonner Springs' Tiblow Days celebration.

Fri, Aug 28

2026 East Central KS State BBQ Championship

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

Fri, Aug 28

Paola Roots Festival - Aug. 28 & 29, 2026

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

Fri, Aug 28

Friday Night Sound Bites: RetroGradeSchool (Aug. 28)

Live music from RetroGradeSchool at outdoor Friday night concert series in Lenexa.

Fri, Aug 28

Light Up the Lawn: Found A Job

Free outdoor concert on the lawn in Overland Park.

Sat, Aug 29

Chocolate Milk & Cookies- Kansas City, MO

Family festival with treats and activities—sweet community celebration.

Sat, Aug 29

Kick It! Kickball Tournament

Kickball tournament—playful team sport for kids & families.

Sat, Aug 29

HAIRitage Day Community Leaders & Kids Fashion Show

Community leaders & kids fashion show celebrating hair and culture.

Sat, Aug 29

Hello Kitty Cafe Truck

Grab Hello Kitty-themed treats and merchandise from a pop-up food truck at Crown Center.

Sat, Aug 29

FREE Concert: Nicki White on SAT, AUG 29 at 7PM at Strang Hall in Overland Park

Free concert featuring Nicki White at Strang Hall in Overland Park.

Sat, Aug 29

Medal Madness 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Kansas City, MO

Community 5K, 10K & half-marathon—family-friendly running event.

Sat, Aug 29

Lenexa Farmers Market: Aug. 29

Browse local produce, crafts & goods at Lenexa's weekly outdoor farmers market.

Sat, Aug 29

NWSL - Kansas City Current vs North Carolina Courage

Pro women's soccer—exciting spectator match at CPKC Stadium.

Sat, Aug 29

Kansas City Walk N' Roll

Community walk & roll event—family-friendly fitness & wellness.

Sat, Aug 29

Flew the Coop Fest

Flew the Coop Fest—local festival with food, fun & community vibes.

Sat, Aug 29

Sporting Kansas City vs. Vancouver Whitecaps FC

Watch Sporting Kansas City take on Vancouver Whitecaps in this pro soccer match.

Sat, Aug 29

Sloth Run 5K/10K/13.1 KANSAS CITY

Whimsical 5K/10K/half-marathon run—family-friendly racing event.

Sat, Aug 29

Sporting KC vs. Vancouver

Professional soccer—Sporting KC vs. Vancouver at home.

Sun, Aug 30

The Ukulele Gent Workshops and Jam Session

Learn ukulele at this workshop and jam session in Prairie Village.

Sun, Aug 30

Liberty Quartet in Olathe

Enjoy live music from the Liberty Quartet in Olathe.

Sun, Aug 30

O.A.R.

O.A.R. and Gavin DeGraw perform timeless hits under the stars.

Sun, Aug 30

Soak Up The Shade Barrel Race

Barrel racing competition at Douglas County Fairgrounds in Lawrence.

Sun, Aug 30

KT Tunstall in Kansas City

Catch KT Tunstall in concert in Raytown.

Mon, Aug 31

Teed Up for Teens

Golf outing for teens at Saint Andrews Circle in Lee's Summit.

Mon, Aug 31

Josh Groban

Grammy-winning singer Josh Groban performs in Kansas City.

Tue, Sep 1

Electric Poe

All-ages theatrical production inspired by Edgar Allan Poe at The Coterie Theatre.

Tue, Sep 1

Jack Johnson and Lake Street Dive

Folk-pop legends Jack Johnson and Lake Street Dive at Morton Amphitheater.

Tue, Sep 1 +2 dates

Miami Marlins vs Kansas City Royals

MLB: Miami Marlins vs. Kansas City Royals at Kauffman Stadium.

Tue, Sep 1

Jack Johnson at Morton Amphitheater

Jack Johnson live at Morton Amphitheater in Kansas City.

Tue, Sep 1

PLUSH live in Kansas City w/Park Sessions, Stretch, Ramona Clay

Live music festival in Kansas City featuring PLUSH, Park Sessions, and more.

Tue, Sep 1

UNDERTALE: The Determination Symphony - NEW DATE ADDED!

Video-game symphony: UNDERTALE's music performed live in Kansas City.

Tue, Sep 1

Josh Groban

Acclaimed singer Josh Groban at Kansas City Starlight Theatre.

Tue, Sep 1 +2 dates

Kansas City Monarchs vs. Sioux City Explorers

Minor-league baseball—Kansas City Monarchs vs. Sioux City Explorers.

Tue, Sep 1

Miami Marlins at Kansas City Royals

Miami Marlins at Kansas City Royals at Kauffman Stadium

Tue, Sep 1

Discovery Day at the Arboretum

Monthly craft and nature exploration for little ones at Overland Park Arboretum on the first Tuesday.

Wed, Sep 2 +1 dates

Rock Island Live Music

Free weekly live music featuring local Kansas City artists on Rock Island Bridge.

Wed, Sep 2

Summer Sizzle Series Race 3

Summer Sizzle Series race event at Douglas County Fairgrounds.

Wed, Sep 2

Wu-Tang Clan and Bone Thugs-n-Harmony

Wu-Tang Clan & Bone Thugs-n-Harmony at Morton Amphitheater.

Thu, Sep 3

Ranch Mart Concert in The Yard Featuring Found a Job: A Tribute to Talking Heads

Tribute band concert at Ranch Mart in Leawood.

Thu, Sep 3

Bike Night @ Worth HD ft. The Harvey Brothers Band

Bike Night with live band at Worth Harley-Davidson.

Thu, Sep 3

Fall Homeschool Days

Hands-on homeschool program exploring 1860s farm life at Mahaffie Stagecoach Stop & Farm.

Thu, Sep 3

Edith Marquez

Edith Marquez concert performance.

Fri, Sep 4

LIU Sharks vs Kansas Jayhawks

College football game — family-friendly spectator sports experience.

Fri, Sep 4

Two-Lane Highway and Steve Palmer

Live music at SantaCaliGon Days Festival — family festival with entertainment.

Fri, Sep 4

KCMOves Festival

Community festival celebrating Kansas City culture and local arts.

Fri, Sep 4 +3 dates

GloWild

Nighttime zoo spectacular with glowing lights and holiday magic at Kansas City Zoo.

Fri, Sep 4

Sporting Kansas City II vs. St. Louis City SC 2

Second-division soccer match — accessible spectator sports experience.

Fri, Sep 4

Kids In Charge Weekend

Kids In Charge festival — hands-on activities and entertainment for children.

Fri, Sep 4 +2 dates

Toronto Blue Jays vs Kansas City Royals

Major-league baseball at Kauffman Stadium — classic family day out.

Fri, Sep 4 +3 dates

Kansas City Monarchs vs. Winnipeg Goldeyes

Monarchs game with thrilling pregame skydivers—exciting spectacle for all ages.

Fri, Sep 4

Kansas City Irish Fest

Celebrate Irish heritage with live music, dancing, and festive food.

Sat, Sep 5

Alpaca Brunch

Meet and mingle with friendly alpacas over brunch at Colonial Gardens in Blue Springs.

Sat, Sep 5 +6 dates

Mother Nature Reads

Nature storytelling at Lakeside Nature Center in Kansas City.

Sat, Sep 5

Kansas City Music & Arts Festivals

Multi-genre music and arts festivals in Shawnee with performances and creative activities.

Sat, Sep 5 +4 dates

Cottonwood Tales

Monthly storytelling adventure at Overland Park Arboretum with O.P. the Bookworm and friends.

Sat, Sep 5

St. Louis City 2 vs Sporting Kansas City II

Minor-league soccer match at Swope Soccer Village for families.

Sat, Sep 5

Photographs for Hope

Community art and photography festival in Liberty celebrating hope and creative expression.

Sun, Sep 6

Fabulous Fall Market

Browse vendors & crafts at the Fabulous Fall Market.

Sun, Sep 6

Arena Rock Giants @ Santa-Cali-Gon

Live rock music at the Santa-Cali-Gon festival in Independence.

Mon, Sep 7

Labor Day Luau Barrel Race

Barrel racing & luau fun at the Labor Day festival in Tonganoxie.

Mon, Sep 7 +2 dates

Arizona Diamondbacks vs Kansas City Royals

Mon, Sep 7

4th Annual Taste of Kansas City

Sample local food & flavors at Kansas City's annual Taste fest.

Tue, Sep 8

Starlight's Production of Disney's Newsies

Disney's Newsies at Kansas City Starlight Theatre—a rousing musical about newsboys in turn-of-the-century New York.

Wed, Sep 9

Summer Sizzle Series Race 4

Summer Sizzle Series Race 4 at Douglas County Fairgrounds—family racing event.

Wed, Sep 9

Tower After Hours

Climb the Liberty Memorial Tower at night for sweeping Kansas City skyline views.

Wed, Sep 9

Dream Factory Bike Night

Dream Factory Bike Night—family-friendly biking event in Overland Park.

Wed, Sep 9

FREE Concert in The Garden: Mark Marek, Wednesday, Sept 9 at 6:00 PM

Free concert in the garden featuring Mark Marek—outdoor music for all ages in Blue Springs.

Thu, Sep 10

SEASONS

Seasonal festival in Lenexa with family-friendly activities.

Thu, Sep 10

Vibrant Vegan Fest

Vibrant Vegan Fest in Excelsior Springs celebrates plant-based food.

Thu, Sep 10

Mini Trees

Mini Trees event in Kansas City.

Fri, Sep 11 +3 dates

Girl Scout Night at the Zoo

Girl Scout special evening at Kansas City Zoo & Aquarium with badge-earning activities.

Sat, Sep 12

Girl Scout Day

Girl Scout Day at Kansas City Zoo & Aquarium—explore animals with your troop.

Sat, Sep 12

Central Avenue Dotteversity Parade!

The 43rd annual parade celebrating Wyandotte ethnic diversity—music, floats, and community.

Sat, Sep 12

Sporting KC vs. LAFC

Professional soccer: Sporting KC vs. LAFC at home on September 12.

Sat, Sep 12

Garden Work Day

Volunteer garden work day at Lakeside Nature Center in Kansas City.

Sat, Sep 12

Celebrating Scouts

Scout-focused celebration and gathering at Lakeside Nature Center.

Sun, Sep 13

Jazz in the Roses

Live jazz performances in a garden setting—a relaxed, family-friendly evening.

Sun, Sep 13

Tour of The Quindaro Ruins

Explore the historic Quindaro Ruins and learn Underground Railroad freedom stories.

Mon, Sep 14

Denver Broncos at Kansas City Chiefs

Broncos vs. Chiefs at GEHA Field at Arrowhead Stadium—catch pro football in Kansas City.

Tue, Sep 15

Blues Traveler & Gin Blossoms

Classic rock acts Blues Traveler & Gin Blossoms at the Starlight Theatre.

Thu, Sep 17

Wine & Roses 2026

Wine & Roses celebration in Kansas City Parks—a seasonal garden festival.

Thu, Sep 17

Charley Crockett – Age of the Ram Tour

Country artist Charley Crockett at Starlight Theatre—live music performance.

Fri, Sep 18

Jerry Seinfeld

Comedy legend Jerry Seinfeld at Starlight Theatre—live stand-up.

Fri, Sep 18

Third Friday Art Walk You Are Here Block Party

Monthly art walk and block party—local art, vendors, and family-friendly fun.

Sat, Sep 19

Sporting KC vs. Philadelphia

Professional soccer: Sporting KC vs. Philadelphia at home on September 19.

Sat, Sep 19

Zoo Run for the Hornbills!

Run or walk to support hornbill conservation at Kansas City Zoo—fun for all fitness levels.

Sat, Sep 19

Wilma’s Birthday Party

Animal birthday celebration at Lakeside Nature Center—a fun party experience.

Sat, Sep 19

HALLMARKET: A HALLMARK ART FESTIVAL

Hallmark-themed art festival with crafts and vendors at Crown Center Square.

Sat, Sep 19

Family Fun Day

Free family fun day with activities at Macken Park.

Sun, Sep 20

Indianapolis Colts at Kansas City Chiefs

Watch the Indianapolis Colts play the Kansas City Chiefs.

Thu, Sep 24

Foster The People: Good Mourning Sunshine Tour

Indie rock band Foster the People at Starlight Theatre—live concert.

Fri, Sep 25

Terror On The Plains at Boulevard Drive in Theatre

Outdoor horror film festival at a classic drive-in—fun Halloween-season entertainment for older kids.

Fri, Sep 25

NASCAR Race Weekend at Kansas Speedway

High-speed NASCAR racing action at Kansas Speedway—thrilling for the whole family.

Sat, Sep 26

Midwest Pioneer Day of 1886

Step back to 1886 and experience frontier life at a living history museum.

Wed, Sep 30

TLC & Salt-N-Pepa with En Vogue – IT’S ICONIC Tour

90s icon concert with TLC, Salt-N-Pepa & En Vogue at Starlight Theatre.

Fri, Oct 2

Beetlejuice

Tim Burton's spooky comedy musical comes to life at Starlight Theatre.

Fri, Oct 2

KC Oktoberfest

Two-day Bavarian-themed fall festival with family food, music, and cultural celebration.

Sat, Oct 3

Silver City Day Parade & Festival 2026

Silver City Day Parade & Festival at Emerson Park—community celebration with parade and family fun.

Mon, Oct 5

Homeschool Days

Homeschooled students dive into educational activities and animal exploration at the zoo.

Thu, Oct 8

GloWild at the Kansas City Zoo and Aquarium VI

Glowing nighttime zoo experience with holiday-themed decorations and animals.

Sat, Oct 10

Heartland Book Fest

Book-themed festival in Kansas City celebrating literature for all ages.

Sat, Oct 10

Sporting KC vs. Portland

Professional soccer at Sporting Kansas City—October 10 match against Portland.

Sat, Oct 10

Howl-o-ween

Halloween celebration at a dog park—costumes, festive fun, and furry friends.

Sat, Oct 10

Breakthrough T1D Walk, Kansas City

Free family-friendly walk supporting Type 1 diabetes awareness at CPKC Stadium.

Sun, Oct 11

Fall Fest at Zona Rosa

Fall festival at Zona Rosa shopping center.

Sun, Oct 11

Trunk or Treat

Halloween trunk-or-treat at Lakeside Nature Center—costumes and treats from decorated car trunks.

Sun, Oct 11

Waldo Fall Festival

Neighborhood fall festival in Waldo.

Sat, Oct 17

Sporting KC vs. Salt Lake

Professional soccer at Sporting Kansas City—October 17 match against Salt Lake.

Sat, Oct 17

2XTREME MONSTER TRUCKS

Monster truck stunts and high-octane action at Lakeside Speedway—thrills for truck-loving families.

Sat, Oct 17

What’s Out at Night

Evening nature program exploring nocturnal wildlife at Lakeside Nature Center.

Sun, Oct 18

Los Angeles Chargers at Kansas City Chiefs

NFL game: Chargers at Chiefs at Arrowhead Stadium.

Sat, Oct 24

Sporting KC vs. Austin

Professional soccer at Sporting Kansas City—October 24 match against Austin.

Sat, Oct 24 +1 dates

Boo at the Zoo

Halloween fun at the Kansas City Zoo with family-friendly activities and spooky surprises.

Sat, Oct 24

Halloween Train

Spooky train ride through Halloween scenery at a miniature railroad.

Sat, Oct 24

1890 Midwest Hallowed Event

Halloween celebration with 1890s living-history activities and demos.

Sat, Oct 31

Sporting KC vs. Dallas

Watch Sporting KC battle Dallas on Halloween at home—family fun on the pitch.

Sat, Nov 7

Central Avenue Dia de los Muertos Parade

Celebrate Día de los Muertos with a vibrant community parade on Central Avenue.

Sun, Nov 8

New York Jets at Kansas City Chiefs

NFL action: Jets vs. Chiefs at Arrowhead Stadium—thrilling pro football.

Sat, Nov 14

Holiday Lighting Ceremony

Gather at Emerson Park for a festive holiday lighting ceremony to kick off the season.

Sat, Nov 21

Thanksgiving Train

Festive train ride celebrating Thanksgiving at Kansas City Northern Miniature Railroad.

Sat, Nov 21

Earth Keepers

Nature exploration program at Lakeside Nature Center focused on ecosystem stewardship.

Sun, Nov 22

Arizona Cardinals at Kansas City Chiefs

Arizona Cardinals at Kansas City Chiefs at GEHA Field at Arrowhead Stadium

Sat, Nov 28

1880 Visit with Saint Nicholas

Living history encounter with Saint Nicholas at Shoal Creek Living History Museum.

Sat, Dec 12

Christmas Train

Festive holiday train ride with seasonal lights and magic in Kansas City.

Sat, Dec 12

Around Since the Dinosaurs

Learn about ancient creatures at a Kansas City Parks nature program.

Mon, Dec 21

New England Patriots at Kansas City Chiefs

New England Patriots at Kansas City Chiefs at GEHA Field at Arrowhead Stadium

Sun, Dec 27

San Francisco 49ers at Kansas City Chiefs

San Francisco 49ers at Kansas City Chiefs at GEHA Field at Arrowhead Stadium

Sun, Jan 10

Las Vegas Raiders at Kansas City Chiefs

Las Vegas Raiders at Kansas City Chiefs at GEHA Field at Arrowhead Stadium

Sat, Feb 20

The Invisible Boy

Family-friendly theatrical production at Starlight Theatre in Kansas City.