Outdoor things to do with kids in Toledo
Get the kids outside. Here are the outdoor family events happening around Toledo right now.
Michigan Renaissance Festival
Multi-weekend Renaissance Festival in Holly with costumes, shows & entertainment.
Shawnee’s Fall Festival at Family Tree Nursery
Fall festival at a local nursery with seasonal activities, games, and family fun.
Ciderfest 2026
Ciderfest at Louisburg Cider Mill celebrates the harvest with cider, food & fall fun.
Tricks and Treats at Worlds of Fun
Halloween-themed celebration at Worlds of Fun with tricks, treats, and spooky fun.
September Film Series
Free outdoor film series on historic lawn; bring a blanket and enjoy family movies.
Outdoor Concert Series: The Kicks Band
Free outdoor concert by The Kicks Band as part of Lenexa's summer series.
KC on the Move Pop-Up Booth: 18th and Vine Arts Fest
City engagement booth at the 18th and Vine Arts Festival, a vibrant community celebration.
2026 Plaza Art Fair
Annual art fair at Country Club Plaza featuring local artists and crafts.
A Pirate's Feast at GloWild
Swashbuckling pirate-themed feast during GloWild's magical nighttime zoo experience.
Lee’s Summit Oktoberfest
Lee's Summit's downtown Oktoberfest street festival with food and community fun.
Oktoberfest at Border Brewing Company
Oktoberfest celebration with food, music, and family fun at Border Brewing Company.
Outdoor Concert Series
Free outdoor concert series at Sar-Ko-Par Trails Park in Lenexa — bring a blanket and enjoy live music.
NASCAR Cup Series Hollywood Casino 400
NASCAR Cup Series race at Kansas Speedway—thrilling high-speed action for the whole family.
Fall Fest
Family-friendly Halloween kickoff at Turner Community Garden in Kansas City.
Movies in the Park at Berkley Riverfront
Halloween-themed movies under the stars at scenic Berkley Riverfront Park.
Pay for Play
Try out backyard play equipment at Backyard Specialists showroom.
Lenexa Farmers Market – Tuesdays
Browse local produce and crafts at Lenexa's weekly farmers market.
Kansas City Symphony’s Mobile Music Box at Meadowbrook Park
Kansas City Symphony brings live classical music to the park in a special mobile performance.
2026 American Royal World Series of Barbecue
The biggest BBQ competition in Kansas City — watch pitmasters compete at Kansas Speedway.
Opening Celebration: Blues Park Roller Skating Rink
Grand opening celebration of Blues Park Roller Skating Rink in Kansas City.
TLC & Salt-N-Pepa with En Vogue
90s icon concert with TLC, Salt-N-Pepa & En Vogue at Starlight Theatre.
Blues Park Skating Rink Ribbon Cutting Ceremony
Celebrate the grand opening of Blues Park's new skating rink at a community ribbon cutting ceremony.
Jammin' on the Green: Kansas City Ukesters
Enjoy live ukulele music from the Kansas City Ukesters performed on the green in Shawnee.
Family Night: Sept. 30
An all-ages family evening with activities for everyone in Lenexa.
Olathe Farmers Market
Weekly outdoor market with fresh local produce, perfect for families to browse and shop together.
Tales, Tails, & Trails
Nature-themed family adventure at Prairie Oak Nature Center in Leawood.
GloWild: Hidden Treasure
Glowing nighttime treasure hunt through the Kansas City Zoo & Aquarium.
Walk and Read at Strang Park
Stroll a paved path, read outdoor story displays, and play at Strang Park.
Witches Eve
A Halloween celebration in downtown Lee's Summit with family-friendly witchy fun.
Beetlejuice
Tim Burton's spooky comedy musical comes to life at Starlight Theatre.
American Royal World Series of Barbecue
World's largest barbecue competition at American Royal Campus—watch pitmasters compete and enjoy festival food.
Friday Fall Concerts in the Park
Family-friendly outdoor concerts in the park on Friday evenings.
Faulkner's Ranch 28th Annual Pumpkin Festival
Pick pumpkins, enjoy fall activities, and celebrate the season at this beloved annual festival.
KC Oktoberfest
KC's largest Oktoberfest celebration with Bavarian food, music & beer at Crown Center.
Shawnee Mission Parents as Teachers Touch-A-Truck
Kids get an up-close look at firetrucks, service vehicles, and emergency equipment at this touch-a-truck event.
28th Annual Kansas City Japan Festival
Kansas City's 28th Japan Festival celebrating sumo, culture & tradition.
Afternoon Tea: 1860s Style!
Step back to 1860s traditions with afternoon tea and period entertainment for the whole family.
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.
Downtown Lee’s Summit Farmers Market Harvest Festival
Fall farmers market and harvest festival celebration in Lee's Summit.
7th Annual McLain’s Bakery Waldo Block Party
Annual neighborhood block party at McLain's Bakery in the Waldo district with food and community.
Grandparents Weekend at Carolyn’s Pumpkin Patch
Multi-generational pumpkin-patch outing with grandparents at Carolyn's.
Kaw Valley Farm Tour
Farm tour at Kaw Valley Farms in Lawrence showcasing local agricultural life.
Cottonwood Tales
Join O.P. the Bookworm for nature-themed storytelling at Overland Park Arboretum.
Downtown Art Guided Walking Tour
Guided walking tour of downtown public art installations in Liberty.
2026 Moon & Water Lantern Festival
Evening of lanterns, cultural celebration, and glowing beauty at Overland Park.
PNC Family Fun Day & Be My Neighbor Day
Community celebration at Power & Light District with family-friendly entertainment.
Touch-a-Truck
Kids climb aboard real trucks, fire engines, and heavy equipment at this hands-on community event.
RoeFest Touch-a-Truck
Kids climb aboard real vehicles at RoeFest's Touch-a-Truck event.
Backyard Movies: Casper
Outdoor screening of family-friendly Casper at Screenland Armour Theatre.
George Brett 4v4 Beach Volleyball Showdown
Watch Olympic beach volleyball stars compete in a 4v4 showdown in Shawnee.
22nd Annual Kaw Valley Farm Tour
Explore Kaw Valley farms and agricultural heritage on a scenic self-guided tour.
Overland Park Farmers Market
Vibrant weekly farmers market where families shop, enjoy local food, and build community.
2026 Annual Harvest Festival
Free fall festival at Aubrey Vineyards with food, tastings, and family fun in Overland Park.
50th Annual Fall Festival of Arts, Crafts & Music
50 years of fall fun: arts, crafts, music & living history at Missouri Town.
Kansas City vs. Bay FC
Watch Kansas City take on Bay FC in free women's professional soccer at CPKC Stadium.
Oktoberfest at Worlds of Fun
Family-friendly Oktoberfest celebration at Worlds of Fun amusement park.
Lenexa Farmers Market – Saturdays
Weekly farmers market at The Commons with fresh local produce and family-friendly shopping.
Cottonwood Tales at the Overland Park Arboretum & Botanical Gardens
Outdoor storytelling at Overland Park Arboretum surrounded by beautiful gardens and nature.
Howl-O-Ween
Halloween-themed community event with activities and entertainment for families.
Kansas Jayhawks Football vs. Middle Tennessee State Blue Raiders Football
College football game: Kansas Jayhawks vs. Middle Tennessee State at Memorial Stadium.
Kansas City Current vs. Bay FC
Kansas City Current women's soccer match at CPKC Stadium.
Silver City Day Parade & Festival 2026
Silver City Day Parade & Festival at Emerson Park—community celebration with parade and family fun.
Nightmare on Eerie St.: Halloween Party and Market on all the pages?
Halloween block party with vendors, games, music, and festive fun behind Screenland Armour.
Community Raku Firing and Potluck at Belger Arts
Hands-on raku ceramic firing and potluck at Belger Crane Yard Studios.
Rock Chalk Run
4th Annual Rock Chalk Run in Overland Park—community 5K raising scholarships for students.
All Abilities Trunk or Treat
Inclusive trunk-or-treat celebration welcoming all abilities in Olathe.
Buckle Up & BBQ
Family event combining car-safety education with BBQ fun at Eagles Landing in Olathe.
Kansas City Symphony’s Mobile Music Box
Kansas City Symphony brings live classical music to neighborhoods in a mobile, interactive format.
Kansas City Symphony’s Mobile Music Box at Heritage Park (Johnson County)
Kansas City Symphony performs at Heritage Park in a special mobile music event.
KCJO7 at Sar-Ko-Park
Experience Kansas City jazz with a special ensemble at Sar-Ko-Par Trails Park.
PSI's The Climb Kansas City
Free, family-friendly community climb event raising awareness for perinatal mental health.
Homeschool Days
Homeschooled students dive into educational activities and animal exploration at the zoo.
Mobile Music Box Concert: MLK Park
Free outdoor concert from Kansas City Parks & Recreation at MLK Park.
Olathe Live! Lake Nights: Hardscrabble
Live music by Hardscrabble at an outdoor lakeside community concert series.
Kansas City Symphony’s Mobile Music Box at MLK Park (KCMO)
Kansas City Symphony's Mobile Music Box performs live at MLK Park.
Discovery Day at the Arboretum
Explore gardens and nature at Overland Park Arboretum & Botanical Gardens.
Family Night at Lenexa Public Market
Shop local vendors and enjoy food & activities at Lenexa Public Market.
Night at the Arboretum
Evening stroll and activities at Overland Park Arboretum & Botanical Gardens.
GloWild at the Kansas City Zoo and Aquarium VI
Glowing nighttime zoo experience with holiday-themed decorations and animals.
127th Livestock Show
Kansas City's 127-year-old livestock show draws exhibitors and families to see animals from across the region.
Panda Fest Kansas City 2026
Kansas City's biggest Asian food festival with tastings, activities & market vendors.
Art On Oak Art Fair
Colorful art fair with live music and family-friendly activities in the Crestwood-Brookside area.
Spooky Trail Hunt Starts
Halloween-themed outdoor trail hunt for families seeking seasonal fun in Liberty, MO.
Hawktoberfest
Free fall festival with live music, food, and family fun at Overland Park's Hawktoberfest.
Howl-o-ween
Halloween celebration at a dog park—costumes, festive fun, and furry friends.
Waldo Fall Fest
Waldo neighborhood's annual fall festival with food, crafts, and community fun for the whole family.
Heartland Book Fest
Book-themed festival in Kansas City celebrating literature for all ages.
Chris Stapleton's All-American Road Show
Country star Chris Stapleton performs his All-American Road Show at Morton Amphitheater.
Sporting Kansas City vs. Portland Timbers
Professional soccer match between Sporting Kansas City and Portland Timbers.
Swap & Share: Native Seeds
Monthly drop-in swap event to exchange native seeds and gardening items.
Big Play Saturday - Oktoberfest at Fat Brain Toys!
Oktoberfest celebration at Fat Brain Toys with games, toys, petting zoo, and free snow cones.
Oktoberfest at Prairiefire
Family-friendly fall festival with bouncy castles, food, and music at Prairiefire in Overland Park.
5th Annual Pumpkin Festival and Block Party
Free fall pumpkin festival & block party in historic downtown Liberty.
Blue River Discovery Days Festival
Free family-friendly watershed celebration with discovery activities at Blue Valley Park.
34th Annual Waldo Fall Festival
Fall festival with live music, local vendors, food, and kids' activities in Waldo.
Festi-Ville | Sara Evans Headlining!
Free downtown Smithville festival with live music headlining & community celebration.
Fall Barn Party & Harvest Celebration at KC Farm Stand
Farm-fresh harvest celebration with seasonal tastings, live music & fall fun.
South KC Block Party at Red Bridge Shopping Center
Annual South KC celebration with food, entertainment & activities at Red Bridge.
Breakthrough T1D Walk, Kansas City
Free family-friendly walk supporting Type 1 diabetes awareness at CPKC Stadium.
Chuckwagon Cook-Off & Sorghum Harvest
Experience harvest traditions and chuckwagon cooking demos at a historic farm festival.
Sporting KC vs. Portland
Professional soccer at Sporting Kansas City—October 10 match against Portland.
Waldo Fall Festival
Neighborhood fall festival in Waldo.
Fall Fest at Zona Rosa
Fall festival at Zona Rosa shopping center.
2026 Kansas City Kidney Walk
Family-friendly charity walk supporting kidney research & awareness at KC Live!.
Trunk or Treat
Halloween trunk-or-treat at Lakeside Nature Center—costumes and treats from decorated car trunks.
The Wolf Man (1941) at Elmwood Cemetery
Classic monster movie screening at a historic cemetery—spooky seasonal fun.
Kansas City Symphony’s Mobile Music Box at Pierson Park (KCK)
Kansas City Symphony's Mobile Music Box performs at Pierson Park in Kansas City.
Electric Poe
Spooky outdoor theater performance at Union Cemetery for families, Oct 14–Nov 1.
Vaile Mansion Macabre Tours 2026
Take a spooky historic tour of the Vaile Mansion with ghostly tales and eerie atmosphere.
Night of the Living Farm
Explore a farmstead after dark in costume for Halloween thrills and chills for the whole family.
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.
5th Annual Trunk or Treat
Decorated cars, candy, and Halloween fun at J.C. Harmon High School's annual trunk-or-treat.
Family Fall Festival
Family fall celebration with costumes, games, and autumn activities.
Sporting KC vs. Salt Lake
Professional soccer at Sporting Kansas City—October 17 match against Salt Lake.
Explore and Discover: Arboretum Tour
Guided tour of a beautiful arboretum celebrating one of Kansas City's natural treasures.
Sporting Kansas City vs. Real Salt Lake
Sporting Kansas City vs. Real Salt Lake at Children's Mercy Park
2XTREME MONSTER TRUCKS
Monster truck stunts and high-octane action at Lakeside Speedway—thrills for truck-loving families.
Kansas City Symphony’s Mobile Music Box at Mohawk Park
Kansas City Symphony's Mobile Music Box brings live orchestra to Mohawk Park in Mission.
32nd Annual Dogtober Fest
Dog-friendly festival celebrating pet lovers at Kemper Outdoor Education Center.
Kansas City Chiefs v Los Angeles Chargers
NFL action: Kansas City Chiefs vs. LA Chargers at Arrowhead Stadium.
Mobile Music Box Concert: Kessler Park
Free outdoor concert series brings live music to Kessler Park.
Garment District Grooves
Live music at Garment District Place—family-friendly outdoor concert series.
Thomas Rhett: The Soundtrack to Life Tour
Country star Thomas Rhett performs at Morton Amphitheater.
PBR Teams: Outlaw Days
Professional bull-riding and rodeo action at T-Mobile Center.
Floating Pumpkin Patch
Pick pumpkins and enjoy autumn fun at a floating pumpkin patch event.
Sporting Kansas City vs. Austin FC
Sporting Kansas City takes on Austin FC at Children's Mercy Park.
Halloween Train
Spooky train ride through Halloween scenery at a miniature railroad.
1890 Midwest Hallowed Event
Halloween celebration with 1890s living-history activities and demos.
Trick or Treat in Downtown OP
Trick-or-treating and costume fun throughout Downtown Overland Park.
Candle Making at Fort Osage
Learn frontier candle-making at historic Fort Osage National Historic Landmark.
Kansas Jayhawks Football vs. Baylor Bears Football
Kansas Jayhawks football faces Baylor Bears in college football action.
Truck or Treat
Kids trick-or-treat from decorated vehicles in a safe, free family-friendly Halloween event.
Sporting KC vs. Austin
Professional soccer at Sporting Kansas City—October 24 match against Austin.
Boo at the Zoo
Halloween fun at the Kansas City Zoo with family-friendly activities and spooky surprises.
Kansas City Current vs. Washington Spirit
Kansas City Current vs. Washington Spirit at CPKC Stadium
Sporting KC vs. Dallas
Watch Sporting KC battle Dallas on Halloween at home—family fun on the pitch.
Sporting Kansas City vs. FC Dallas
Watch Sporting Kansas City take on FC Dallas at Children's Mercy Park.
Rock Island Live Music
Local musicians perform weekly on the historic Rock Island Bridge overlooking the Kansas River.
Cub Scout Night at the Zoo
Exclusive Cub Scout evening at Kansas City Zoo with animals and scouting camaraderie.
Veterans Day Parade: America 250
Veterans Day parade in Lee's Summit celebrating 250 years of American freedom and service.
Troost United Fest
Community festival celebrating connection and unity in Kansas City while supporting Reconciliation Services.
Scouting America Day
Kansas City Zoo celebration day dedicated to Scouting America members.
Rosedale Arch, Volker & Roanoke Bi-State Urban Hike
Guided urban hike exploring Rosedale Arch and historic KC neighborhoods.
New York Jets at Kansas City Chiefs
NFL action: Jets vs. Chiefs at Arrowhead Stadium—thrilling pro football.
107th Leavenworth County Veterans Day Parade
Leavenworth's annual Veterans Day Parade honoring America's heroes downtown.
Holiday Lighting Ceremony
Gather at Emerson Park for a festive holiday lighting ceremony to kick off the season.
Historic Baking at Missouri Town
Learn 19th-century hearth baking techniques at Missouri Town Living History Museum.
Independence Square Lighting
Holiday lighting ceremony with music, sleigh rides & Santa at Independence Square.
Leavenworth Mayor's Holiday Parade & Tree Lighting
Leavenworth's festive holiday parade and tree lighting ceremony kicks off the season.
Earth Keepers
Nature exploration program at Lakeside Nature Center focused on ecosystem stewardship.
Thanksgiving Train
Festive train ride celebrating Thanksgiving at Kansas City Northern Miniature Railroad.
Arizona Cardinals at Kansas City Chiefs
Arizona Cardinals at Kansas City Chiefs at GEHA Field at Arrowhead Stadium
Winter Wonderland
Stroll through a festive winter light display at KC Pumpkin Patch—free holiday fun for the whole family.
Hallmark Christmas Experience
Free immersive holiday experience at Crown Center near Hallmark headquarters—festive fun for the whole family.
1880 Visit with Saint Nicholas
Living history encounter with Saint Nicholas at Shoal Creek Living History Museum.
NCAA Div. II Men's & Women’s Soccer Championships
NCAA Division II Men's & Women's Soccer Championships at CPKC Stadium.
NCAA Div. II Women’s Field Hockey Championship
NCAA Division II Women's Field Hockey Championship matches.
Living Windows
Shop windows come alive with dancers and singers in this magical holiday display.
Journey to Bethlehem
Free live nativity event at Southminster Presbyterian Church celebrating the Christmas story.
NCAA Div. II Men's & Women’s Cross Country Championships
NCAA Division II Men's & Women's Cross Country Championship races.
A Christmas Celebration
Experience mid-1800s holiday traditions at Missouri Town Living History Museum in Lee's Summit.
Hometown Holidays
Free holiday celebration in downtown Liberty—seasonal festivities for families.
Christmas Train
Festive holiday train ride with seasonal lights and magic in Kansas City.
Skate with Santa
Ice-skate with Santa at Line Creek Community Center this holiday season.
Around Since the Dinosaurs
Learn about ancient creatures at a Kansas City Parks nature program.
Candlelight Tour at Fort Osage
Candlelit historic tour at Fort Osage—meet costumed interpreters and step back in time.
New England Patriots at Kansas City Chiefs
New England Patriots at Kansas City Chiefs at GEHA Field at Arrowhead Stadium
San Francisco 49ers at Kansas City Chiefs
San Francisco 49ers at Kansas City Chiefs at GEHA Field at Arrowhead Stadium
Las Vegas Raiders at Kansas City Chiefs
Las Vegas Raiders at Kansas City Chiefs at GEHA Field at Arrowhead Stadium
The Invisible Boy
Family-friendly theatrical production at Starlight Theatre in Kansas City.
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