This weekend
Saturday + Sunday plans
Dragons and Fantastic Beasts
Explore a fantasy-themed botanical garden exhibition with dragons and magical creatures.
The Summer Singers of Kansas City present the music of FRANZ JOSEPH HAYDN
Classical music concert celebrating Haydn at Grace & Holy Trinity Cathedral.
Melon Summer Smash
Summer celebration with animals, activities, and treats at Kansas City Zoo & Aquarium.
Tour de Trail: Lexington Lake
Scenic cycling tour around Lexington Lake near De Soto.
Olathe Farmers Market
Olathe Farmers Market
FOTZ Early Days
Friends of the Zoo members get early zoo access and special perks on exclusive member days.
Summer Slam 2026
Wrestling spectacle and entertainment for the whole family.
Courtney Barnett
Indie-rock artist Courtney Barnett at The Truman.
Goat Yoga: Farmstead Family Flow
Fun family yoga class with friendly goats at Deanna Rose Children's Farmstead.
Watercolor Workshop: Paint the Prairie
Watercolor painting workshop for teens and adults inspired by prairie landscapes.
Free Kids Activity: Upcycled T-Shirt Pet Toys
Free kids craft: upcycle old T-shirts into pet toys in Shawnee.
11th Annual Rexy Run/Walk
11th annual community run/walk in Lawrence with family participation.
Summer Jam 2026
Summer Jam 2026 festival in Kansas City.
Tribute to the King featuring Rick Cook and Strait Country and Jayly Rae
Tribute concert at Liberty Community Center.
Merriam Farmers’ Market Kids Activity
Kids activities at Merriam Farmers' Market.
Wicked at Kansas City Music Hall
Tony Award-winning musical Wicked at Kansas City Music Hall.
Lenexa Farmers Market: Aug. 15
Lenexa Farmers Market: Aug. 15 at Lenexa civic campus parking garage, 17201 W. 87th St. Pkwy., Lenexa, KS 66219
Director as Curator: Gallery Spotlight
Gallery spotlight tour at Kemper Museum of Contemporary Art.
Saturday Concert Series ft. Jason Craig & the Wingmen
Live music concert in Blue Springs featuring Jason Craig & the Wingmen.
Children's Gardening Series: Harvest
Kids learn harvest techniques in hands-on gardening class at Powell Gardens.
Hike with a Naturalist
Guided nature hike with an expert naturalist at Lakeside Nature Center.
Bob Rowden Music Trio @ Puddle Jumper Days - Odessa, MO
Live music at Puddle Jumper Days festival in Odessa, MO.
The Jazz Ensemble Directors Reading Band
Jazz ensemble performance at American Jazz Museum in Kansas City.
Phantom Follies feat. Brewed Ambition PREMIERE
Live theater premiere in Lawrence.
Backyard Movies: Saved!
Family movie night outdoors in North Kansas City.
FREE Concert: Josephine Eve on SAT, AUG 15 at 7PM at Strang Hall in Overland Park
Free concert by Josephine Eve in Overland Park on Saturday evening.
Los Angeles Rams vs Kansas City Chiefs
1VP 6TH YEAR ANNIVRSARY SUMMERFEST
Summer festival in Kansas City celebrating a local venue's anniversary.
Big Shoal Farm Sunflower Field Festival
Sunflower field festival with seasonal photo ops in Gladstone.
Sporting Kansas City II vs Colorado Rapids 2
Watch Sporting Kansas City II vs Colorado Rapids 2 at Swope Soccer Village.
Saturday Bands @ Worth HD ft. Chris Stewart & the Full Sound
Live music performance featuring Chris Stewart & the Full Sound.
Wicked at Kauffman Center for the Performing Arts - Muriel Kauffman Theatre
Wicked musical at Kauffman Center—Broadway magic for families.
Rexy Run/Walk - Lawrence, KS
Family-friendly run/walk event in Lawrence supporting local causes.
Leavenworth 1800s Ball
Historic 1800s Ball festival in Leavenworth.
NARTAN ACADEMY- DARPANA: EK ITIHAAS
Dance performance at Lied Center of Kansas in Lawrence.
Saturday Nature Storytime
Monthly nature-themed storytime for young children on the third Saturday.
Epic Rap Battles of Books
Kids and teens battle it out with book-inspired rap at Main Library's interactive show.
Kids, Water, Fish & Frogs
Hands-on nature exploration at Lakeside Nature Center—kids discover water creatures and aquatic habitats.
Run for PB&J 5K/10K/13.1 KANSAS CITY
Family-friendly 5K/10K/half-marathon run for PB&J in Kansas City.
Winnie-the-Pooh Storytime and Craft
Celebrate Winnie-the-Pooh's 100th with storytime and crafts at West Wyandotte Library.
Climate Change: Why is America Falling Behind?
Climate Change: Why is America Falling Behind? at Mr. & Mrs. F. L. Schlagle Library
Beat the Heat Car Show
Car show in Kansas City featuring classic and custom vehicles.
Supermatics Live in Concert - Sat, Aug 15th @ 7:00
Live concert in Lee's Summit.
Paws in the Pool
Let your pup splash around during this special dog-swim event at Lenexa's public pool.
K-9's at the Cove
K-9 event at the Cove in Shawnee—meet and interact with working dogs.
Fuzzy is coming back to the farm
Visit a farm animal (Fuzzy) returning to the farm in Liberty.
Live Music - Allin & the John Boats
Live music performance in Peculiar.
Dog Days
Bring your pup to explore Powell Gardens' beautiful grounds together in this pet-friendly celebration.
Museum Swap Sundays!
Free museum visits for members at Wonderscope and partner discovery centers.
Liches of the Multiverse: Aug. 16
Dive into fantasy gaming and tabletop entertainment at this themed gaming event.
Art in the Loop 816 Day Performances
Free day performances and art celebration at City Market—family-friendly outdoor event.
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.
Board at the Library
Kids and teens play board games together at the library.
Outdoor Worship Night featuring, REVIVE CHURCH WORSHIP TEAM! @ Lake Paradise Camping Resort
Outdoor family-friendly worship and music night at Lake Paradise Camping Resort.
Empire of the Sun at Morton Amphitheater
Indie-electronic band Empire of the Sun at Morton Amphitheater.
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.