Things to do with toddlers in Toledo

Wed, Aug 12

Science City General Admission

Interactive science museum with hands-on exhibits for discovery at every age.

Wed, Aug 12

Planetarium Daily Planetarium Shows

Daily planetarium shows exploring space and the night sky for all ages.

Wed, Aug 12

BIKE NIGHT FOR THE PETS

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

Wed, Aug 12

Wednesday Farmers Market at Uptown Market

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

Wed, Aug 12

Scamboree

City-wide open house & safety training class at Palmer Center.

Wed, Aug 12 +18 dates

Family Night at Lenexa Public Market

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

Wed, Aug 12 +3 dates

The Early Show

Free all-ages live-music show with food and drinks at Boulevard Tours & Recreation Center.

Wed, Aug 12

Summer Nights at the Zoo

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

Wed, Aug 12 +7 dates

Olathe Farmers Market

Weekly outdoor farmers market with local vendors and fresh produce.

Wed, Aug 12

Family Night: Aug. 12

Community family night in Lenexa with activities and entertainment for all ages.

Wed, Aug 12 +4 dates

Dragons and Fantastic Beasts

Dragons and Fantastic Beasts at Powell Gardens

Thu, Aug 13

Texas Roadhouse Dine to Donate Night

Dine-and-donate family dinner at Texas Roadhouse benefiting local charities.

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 MOVIE 4 WINGS (1927) at Aztec Shawnee Theater

Classic silent film Wings screening at historic Aztec Shawnee Theater.

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 +9 dates

Snoopy!

Peanuts characters come alive in this charming musical celebrating family and friendship.

Thu, Aug 13

Puddle Jumper Days

Family-friendly festival in Odessa celebrating fun spring activities.

Thu, Aug 13

Kids & Families Emergency Preparedness Night

Learn emergency preparedness skills with kids at Raymore community event.

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

ONE BIG BLOCK PARTY! 2026 QGGKC QUILT SHOW

Colorful quilt show & celebration featuring handmade artisan work.

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

Platte County Steam Engine Show

Historic steam engines and vintage machinery at Platte County Fair.

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

Saucy Jack @ DeSoto Summer Concert Series

Live music at DeSoto Summer Concert Series.

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

Lenexa Farmers Market: Aug. 15

Lenexa Farmers Market: Aug. 15 at Lenexa civic campus parking garage, 17201 W. 87th St. Pkwy., Lenexa, KS 66219

Sat, Aug 15

Goat Yoga: Farmstead Family Flow

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

Sat, Aug 15

Director as Curator: Gallery Spotlight

Gallery spotlight tour at Kemper Museum of Contemporary Art.

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

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

Tribute to the King featuring Rick Cook and Strait Country and Jayly Rae

Tribute concert at Liberty Community Center.

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

Summer Jam 2026

Summer Jam 2026 festival in Kansas City.

Sat, Aug 15

Paws in the Pool

Let your pup splash around during this special dog-swim event at Lenexa's public pool.

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

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

Winnie-the-Pooh Storytime and Craft

Storytime and craft celebrating Winnie-the-Pooh's 100th anniversary.

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

Tour de Trail: Lexington Lake

Scenic cycling tour around Lexington Lake near De Soto.

Sat, Aug 15 +5 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

Saturday Nature Storytime

Monthly nature-themed storytime for young children on the third Saturday.

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

Museum Swap Sundays!

Free museum visits for members at Wonderscope and partner discovery centers.

Sun, Aug 16

Board at the Library

Kids and teens play board games together at the library.

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.

Mon, Aug 17 +3 dates

Athletics at Kansas City Royals

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

Mon, Aug 17

Latch and Learn Support Hour

Expert lactation support and peer connection for nursing parents and their infants.

Mon, Aug 17 +1 dates

FC BARCELONA SOCCER CAMP – KANSAS CITY

FC BARCELONA SOCCER CAMP – KANSAS CITY at Scheels Overland Park Soccer Complex

Mon, Aug 17

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

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

Mon, Aug 17

Bling A Book Party

Teens decorate and personalize books with embellishments at Main Library.

Mon, Aug 17

Sticker Party

Teen craft party focused on creative sticker decoration and design.

Tue, Aug 18 +2 dates

Kansas City Monarchs vs. Lincoln Saltdogs

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

Tue, Aug 18

Lenexa Farmers Market: Aug. 18

Lenexa Farmers Market: Aug. 18 at Lenexa civic campus parking garage, 17201 W. 87th St. Pkwy., Lenexa, KS 66219

Tue, Aug 18

Read to a Therapy Dog

Read to friendly therapy dogs at West Wyandotte Library—great for building reading confidence.

Tue, Aug 18

Bees Please

Learn about bees and pollination at West Wyandotte Library's hands-on nature program.

Wed, Aug 19 +1 dates

Athletics vs Kansas City Royals

Athletics at Kansas City Royals at Kauffman Stadium

Wed, Aug 19

Winnie-the-Pooh Picnic

Celebrate Winnie-the-Pooh with a themed picnic, activities, and character fun at West Wyandotte Library.

Wed, Aug 19

Ahead of The Class Party!🎒✏️

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

Wed, Aug 19

WonderLab

WonderLab: monthly hands-on science exploration with Mr. John—included with Wonderscope admission.

Wed, Aug 19 +2 dates

Garment District Grooves

Live music series at Garment District Place in Kansas City.

Wed, Aug 19

Family Night: Aug. 19

Community-wide family event with activities and entertainment for all ages.

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

Crystal Caverns Suncatcher

Create decorative crystal suncatchers at South Branch Library's craft workshop for teens and adults.

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 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

POWRi 410 Outlaw Sprint Series

POWRi 410 Outlaw Sprint Series at Lakeside Speedway

Fri, Aug 21

Kansas City Art Mile

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

Fri, Aug 21 +2 dates

Detroit Tigers vs Kansas City Royals

Detroit Tigers at Kansas City Royals at Kauffman Stadium

Fri, Aug 21

Embossed Sun Art

Create embossed sun-themed artwork at Turner Community Library's craft class for teens and adults.

Fri, Aug 21

Paul Thorn '26 Day 1

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

Fri, Aug 21

Kauffman Center Presents Bluey's Big Play

Bluey's Big Play live stage show at Kauffman Center.

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

KC Mystic Fair ~ August 2026

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

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.

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

Switch Saturday

Play Nintendo Switch games with friends at Main Library's Saturday gaming program for kids and teens.

Sat, Aug 22

Fall Handmade Market

Fall handmade market in Greenwood—shop local crafts & gifts.

Sat, Aug 22

Rabbit Night Light

Make a cute rabbit night light at Turner Community Library's cozy craft activity.

Sat, Aug 22 +6 dates

Michigan Renaissance Festival

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

Sat, Aug 22

A Day at the Fair Cookie Decorating Class- 10am

Decorate cookies at a fair-themed class in Independence.

Sat, Aug 22

Bluey's Big Play at Kauffman Center for the Performing Arts - Muriel Kauffman Theatre

Bluey's Big Play at Kauffman Center—live stage show bringing the beloved kids' series to life.

Sat, Aug 22

Kindness Rocks Painting!!

Paint kindness rocks at a community art event in Lee's Summit.

Sat, Aug 22

Lenexa Farmers Market: Aug. 22

Lenexa Farmers Market: Aug. 22 at Lenexa civic campus parking garage, 17201 W. 87th St. Pkwy., Lenexa, KS 66219

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

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

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

Concerts in the Park: Kristy Wyatt & The Moxie

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

Sun, Aug 23

Paper Shapers

Explore paper craft and create paper art projects at Main Library's hands-on workshop.

Mon, Aug 24

Olathe Human Relations Commission Meeting

Olathe Human Relations Commission Meeting

Mon, Aug 24

Summerween Storytime

Enjoy spooky summer fun at West Wyandotte Library's Summerween storytime celebration.

Tue, Aug 25

Lenexa Farmers Market: Aug. 25

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

Wed, Aug 26

Community Heroes at Family Night: Aug. 26

Family celebration honoring community heroes with activities and entertainment for all ages.

Thu, Aug 27

2026 Tiblow Days Festival

Tiblow Days Festival in Bonner Springs—community celebration.

Thu, Aug 27

Jewelry Pop-Up with artist Julia Pitt

Free jewelry pop-up by artist Julia Pitt at the Museum of Kansas City's café.

Thu, Aug 27

NKC Schools Community Resource Fair

NKC Schools Community Resource Fair—explore schools & services.

Fri, Aug 28

Donutology Day

Decorate and eat fresh donuts at Wonderscope Children's Museum on the 4th Friday of each month.

Fri, Aug 28

Seattle Seahawks vs Kansas City Chiefs

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

Fri, Aug 28

2026 East Central KS State BBQ Championship

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

Fri, Aug 28

A Father's Poder

A Father's Poder at Visit KCK

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.

Sat, Aug 29

Chocolate Milk & Cookies- Kansas City, MO

Family festival with treats and activities—sweet community celebration.

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

Walking Tour: The Architecture of a Legacy: Centennial Tour Series

Guided tour of the National WWI Museum's renovated galleries and interior architecture.

Sat, Aug 29

Lawrence Bird Fair AKA Kansas Cage Bird Expo And All Pet Fair

Pet and bird expo in Lawrence—hands-on animal collectible convention.

Sat, Aug 29

Chocolate Milk & Cookies: A Black Breastfeeding Week Celebration

Community celebration of Black Breastfeeding Week honoring Black & Brown families.

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.

Sun, Aug 30

Soak Up The Shade Barrel Race

Barrel racing competition at Douglas County Fairgrounds in Lawrence.

Sun, Aug 30

Coffee and Cameras KC Meetup

Coffee and Cameras KC Meetup at The Museum of Kansas City

Sun, Aug 30

soft clubbing at Elixir with DJ Thundercutz

All-ages afternoon soft clubbing with DJ Thundercutz at the Museum of Kansas City.

Tue, Sep 1

Science Time

Interactive science sessions with Mr. John at Wonderscope Children's Museum.

Tue, Sep 1

2026/27 Season

The Coterie Theatre 2026/27 season announcement.

Tue, Sep 1 +2 dates

Miami Marlins vs Kansas City Royals

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

Tue, Sep 1

Miami Marlins at Kansas City Royals

Miami Marlins at Kansas City Royals at Kauffman Stadium

Tue, Sep 1

WonderBaby & Me

Baby-focused play and sensory program at Wonderscope Children's Museum.

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

Atlas9 Movie Nite: The Burbs

Atlas9 Movie Nite: The Burbs in Kansas City

Wed, Sep 2

Summer Sizzle Series Race 3

Summer Sizzle Series race event at Douglas County Fairgrounds.

Wed, Sep 2

Art on the Block

Back-to-school celebration with live music and free refreshments at Kansas City Kansas Community College.

Thu, Sep 3

Kansas City Monarchs vs. Sioux City Explorers

Minor-league baseball game with $3 domestic beers and family fun.

Thu, Sep 3

Minds in Motion Tour: Faraway Places and Home Spaces

Free guided museum tour exploring art about faraway places and home spaces.

Thu, Sep 3 +1 dates

Fall Homeschool Days

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

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

Fun Fridays

Free pop-up surprise activities at Wonderscope Children's Museum keep every Friday fresh and exciting.

Fri, Sep 4

First Friday Cross- Threaded Group Show and The Annual Sketchbook Project

First Friday art show and sketchbook project exhibition — creative open-studio fun.

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

KC Timber Challenge (The OG) 5K Obstacle Course

KC Timber Challenge (The OG) 5K Obstacle Course at ZIP KC

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

Art As Therapy Lecture - KCMOves Festival

Art therapy lecture as part of KCMOves Festival at UMKC performing arts center.

Sat, Sep 5

Hidden Treasures

Guided tour of the Nelson-Atkins' art reference library—discover special collections with family.

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

Moving Sounds: A Collaboration of Music & Dance Lecture - KCMOves Festival

Music & dance lecture at UMKC's KCMOves Festival.

Sun, Sep 6

Arena Rock Giants @ Santa-Cali-Gon

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

Mon, Sep 7

Expressing Faith with Art

Express your faith through art in this community event.

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

Kansas City Dairy Queen Giveback Fundraiser

Support a cause at the Dairy Queen Giveback Fundraiser.

Mon, Sep 7

4th Annual Taste of Kansas City

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

Tue, Sep 8

Wichita State Shockers vs Kansas Jayhawks Womens Volleyball

Wichita State Shockers women's volleyball takes on Kansas Jayhawks.

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 +2 dates

Starlight's Production of Disney's Newsies

Starlight's Production of Disney's Newsies at Kansas City Starlight Theatre

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.

Wed, Sep 9 +4 dates

Disney's Newsies

Disney's Newsies at Kansas City Starlight Theatre

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

Community Blood Center Blood Drive

Community Blood Center Blood Drive at National WWI Museum and Memorial

Fri, Sep 11

Strawberry Hill Museum Behind the Scenes

Behind-the-scenes tour of Strawberry Hill Museum & Cultural Center's historic mansion and collections.

Fri, Sep 11

Season Championship Night

Season Championship Night at Lakeside Speedway

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

Low Sensory Morning

Sensory-friendly museum morning for visitors with sensory sensitivities—calm, welcoming exploration.

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

Pop-Up Yoga with Ture Love Yoga

Pop-Up Yoga with Ture Love Yoga at The Museum of Kansas City

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.

Mon, Sep 14 +2 dates

Tales & Tots

Tales & Tots in Liberty—free stories for toddlers.

Mon, Sep 14

Denver Broncos at Kansas City Chiefs

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

Wed, Sep 16

Atlas9 Movie Nite: Ferngully: The Last Rainforest

Family-friendly outdoor movie night showing FernGully: The Last Rainforest at Atlas9.

Fri, Sep 18

Heartland Modified Tour

Heartland Modified Tour at Lakeside Speedway

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

Scarritt Fall Celebration

Free fall celebration at The Museum of Kansas City for families and neighbors.

Sun, Sep 20

Indianapolis Colts at Kansas City Chiefs

Watch the Indianapolis Colts play the Kansas City Chiefs.

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.

Sat, Sep 26

Chinese Harvest Celebration

Cultural celebration of the Chinese harvest with family-friendly programming and festivities.

Sat, Sep 26

MTC Kids Jam – Joanie Leeds and the Nightlights

Free kids music jam with Joanie Leeds and the Nightlights at Midwest Trust Center.

Sun, Sep 27

Educator Professional Development: Freedom and WWI

Educator Professional Development: Freedom and WWI at National WWI Museum and Memorial

Sun, Sep 27

Last Sunday of the month soft clubbing at Elixir with DJ Thundercutz

Last Sunday of the month soft clubbing at Elixir with DJ Thundercutz at Elixir Soda Fountain Café, The Museum of Kansas City, 3218 Gladstone Blvd, Kansas City, Missouri

Thu, Oct 1

Minds in Motion: Native American Dance and Culture

Watch Native American dancers and learn about traditions at the Nelson-Atkins.

Fri, Oct 2

KC Oktoberfest

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

Sat, Oct 3

Beetlejuice

Beetlejuice at Kansas City Starlight Theatre

Sat, Oct 3

Silver City Day Parade & Festival 2026

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

Sun, Oct 4

Day in the Life: Western Front

Living history program exploring WWI experiences on the Western Front.

Mon, Oct 5

Homeschool Days

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

Wed, Oct 7 +3 dates

What if Puppets presents ‘How to Snag a Sea Monster’

What if Puppets presents 'How to Snag a Sea Monster'—charming puppet show for young audiences.

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

2nd Annual Monster Market Bash

Shop local vendors and crafts at the Monster Market Bash in Merriam.

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.

Fri, Oct 16

Kansas City Ballet Presents The Wizard of Oz

Kansas City Ballet's magical adaptation of The Wizard of Oz—classic tale on stage.

Sat, Oct 17

Sporting KC vs. Salt Lake

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

Sat, Oct 17

13th Annual Day of the Dead Celebration

Annual Day of the Dead celebration with cultural programming—a colorful family-friendly observance.

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

The Snowy Day & Other Stories

Theatrical adaptation of the beloved children's book at Starlight Theatre.

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 24

MTC Kids Jam – Matt Heaton

Free kids concert featuring Matt Heaton at Midwest Trust Center in Overland Park.

Thu, Oct 29

Last Thursday of the month soft clubbing at Elixir with DJ hunni bunni

Festive Day of the Dead soft-clubbing party with DJ hunni bunni—family dance celebration.

Sat, Oct 31

Sporting KC vs. Dallas

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

Thu, Nov 5

Operation: Us

Celebrate 100 years of the National WWI Museum and Memorial at this centennial community gathering.

Fri, Nov 6

Inlet Dance Theatre presents What Do You Do With a Problem?

Inlet Dance Theatre brings a picture-book story to life on stage.

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

Kansas City Symphony Presents Buckets N Boards

Kansas City Symphony percussion & rhythm exploration for kids.

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.

Sun, Nov 22

Arizona Cardinals at Kansas City Chiefs

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

Fri, Nov 27

Kansas City Symphony Presents Muppet Christmas Carol

Kansas City Symphony Presents Muppet Christmas Carol—family-friendly holiday musical.

Sat, Nov 28

1880 Visit with Saint Nicholas

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

Sat, Nov 28

Kansas City Ballet Presents The Nutcracker

Kansas City Ballet Presents The Nutcracker—iconic holiday ballet at Muriel Kauffman Theatre.

Thu, Dec 10 +2 dates

Owen/Cox Dance Group presents The Nutcracker and the Mouse King

Owen/Cox Dance Group's Nutcracker & Mouse King at Midwest Trust Center—affordable holiday ballet.

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

Wed, Dec 23

Kansas City Symphony Presents The Polar Express in Concert

Kansas City Symphony brings The Polar Express to life in concert at Helzberg Hall.

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, Jan 30

MTC Kids Jam – Allegra Levy

Free Kids Jam concert featuring Allegra Levy at Midwest Trust Center.

Thu, Feb 25 +1 dates

Chicka Chicka Boom Boom: The Musical

Chicka Chicka Boom Boom: The Musical at Midwest Trust Center

Sat, Mar 6

MTC Kids Jam – Universal Groove: Music and Stories from Space with Kadesh Flow, Dinosaur O’Dell, and the Jazz Astronauts

MTC Kids Jam – Universal Groove: Music and Stories from Space with Kadesh Flow, Dinosaur O’Dell, and the Jazz Astronauts at Midwest Trust Center

Wed, Mar 10

La Maleta de Maebelle

La Maleta de Maebelle at Midwest Trust Center

Sat, Apr 3

The Gruffalo

Julia Donaldson's beloved The Gruffalo comes to the stage at Kansas City Starlight Theatre.

Sat, May 8

MTC Kids Jam – 23 Skidoo & the Secret Agency

Free family-friendly music show with 23 Skidoo & the Secret Agency.

Sat, May 8

Mutts Gone Nuts – Unleashed

Mutts Gone Nuts performs trick-dog stunts—hilarious family entertainment.