Events

Events

Event Series Mother Nature Reads

Mother Nature Reads

Lakeside Nature Center 4701 E. Gregory Blvd., Kansas City, MO

Bring your children for a fun morning to hear Mother Nature read stories. Make a craft and take it home. You may also get a chance to meet one of our education animals.

Event Series Hike with a Naturalist

Hike with a Naturalist

Lakeside Nature Center 4701 E. Gregory Blvd., Kansas City, MO

All scheduled hikes are open to the public. There is no fee. Hikes will be cancelled in severe weather – call the center (816-513-8960) for confirmation. Please dress appropriately for the weather of the day (i.e. raingear, layers of clothing for cold weather, sunscreen and hats for warm weather, insect repellent, closed-toed shoes or boots). […]

Opening Day at KCNMRR

Kansas City Northern Miniature Railroad 6060 NW Waukomis Dr., Kansas City, MO, United States

The Kansas City Northern Miniature Railroad operates seasonally from May-October in Frank Vaydik Park (weather permitting).   Saturdays | 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Sundays and Holidays | Noon-6 p.m. Charter Reservations: 816-541-9834 Fare: $1.00; discounted multiple ride punch cards available  

Muffins With Mom

Westport-Roanoke Community Center 3601 Roanoke Road, Kansas City, MO, United States

All Ages Fee: $10 Come and show your mother how much she means to you by sharing crafts, games and muffins!

ReMake Learning Days

Lakeside Nature Center 4701 E. Gregory Blvd., Kansas City, MO

Free Take some time to explore our nature trail and experience many of our featured habitats!  Examine the grasses and flowers of our Tallgrass Prairie, see the blooms under the trees in our Savannah, look for wildlife or signs of wildlife at our water habitat and bird feeders, hike through our Upland Forest and look […]

Dodgeball Tournament

Westport-Roanoke Community Center 3601 Roanoke Road, Kansas City, MO, United States

Ages 18+ $100/ Team This tournament will be made up of 4 to 6 teams. Teams will have 15 minutes to eliminate as many players as possible from the opposite team. After 15 minutes, the team with the most players standing will advance to the next round.

May the 4TH Be with You Skate

Line Creek Community Center 5940 N.W. Waukomis Drive, Kansas City, MO, United States

All Ages $6 admission, $3 skate rental. Free admission when wearing Star Wars costume or t-shirt May the Fourth be with you!  On Sunday, May 4th wear your favorite Star Wars garb (no lightsabers on the ice please). Enjoy some treats and kids can enter the Star Wars coloring contest for a chance to win a prize. The […]

Groundbreaking: Celebration Cultural Trail at Brush Creek

Spirit of Freedom Fountain

The Celebration Trail at Brush Creek honors our community’s connection to the civil rights movement with rich culture and history while creating a place for people to gather, relax, and reflect. The project’s vision includes 14 new plazas, or “nodes”, along the existing trail. Each plaza will provide seating, signage, and eventually, a unique art […]

Mobile Music Box Concert

Roanoke Park 3601 Roanoke Road, Kansas City, MO, United States

(North of the Community Center) Bring your family and friends together for a beautiful evening of music performed by members of the Kansas City Symphony . Don’t forget your lawn chair, blanket and picnic. String Quintet: Tony DeMarco, Stephanie Larsen, Jessica Nance, Alex East, Evan Halloin Repertoire: light classical music and Pops such as Stevie […]

Garden Work Days

Lakeside Nature Center 4701 E. Gregory Blvd., Kansas City, MO

Welcome to Lakeside Nature Center’s Native Garden Team. We are so happy that you are willing to join us in this on-going project.  Workdays may be cancelled because of the weather, if you have not been notified, call the Nature Center before coming.  On workdays, please be sure to bring a refillable water bottle,  garden gloves, […]

Spring Bazaar at Union Cemetery

Union Cemetery Park 227 E 28th Terr., Kansas City, MO

Join us for our 4th annual Spring Bazaar! Over 35 local vendors and artists, guided history tours, read alouds for the kiddos, food trucks, music, and so much more!

Brush Creek Film Festival

Theis Park 4701 Oak St., Kansas City, Missouri

Watch a series of short films and animation submitted by the Kansas City community at the the 7th annual Brush Creek Film Festival. The mission of this event is to entertain, share ideas, and build community through creative and visionary short films about the creek and surrounding communities. This event is a partnership with the […]

2nd Annual Pawsitive Protection KC

Swope Park 4177 Pavilion Road, Kansas City, MO, United States

Councilwoman Patterson Hazley presents the second annual Pawsitive Protection KC Community Vaccine & Pet Resource Day to provide essential resources to pet owners across the community, ensuring that more pets stay healthy, safe, and in loving homes.

Celebrating Urban Birds

Lakeside Nature Center 4701 E. Gregory Blvd., Kansas City, MO

Free Visitors participate in scheduled hike. Inside the center, info tables give information about the 15 species of interest to Cornell. People will be encouraged to participate in Cornell Lab of Ornathology Citizen Science Survey. There will also be arts and crafts activities and display tables. 11 a.m. – Peregrine Falcon Noon – Cornell’s Urban […]

Truck & Train Day

Kansas City Northern Miniature Railroad 6060 NW Waukomis Dr., Kansas City, MO, United States

     

Event Series Hike with a Naturalist

Hike with a Naturalist

Lakeside Nature Center 4701 E. Gregory Blvd., Kansas City, MO

All scheduled hikes are open to the public. There is no fee. Hikes will be cancelled in severe weather – call the center (816-513-8960) for confirmation. Please dress appropriately for the weather of the day (i.e. raingear, layers of clothing for cold weather, sunscreen and hats for warm weather, insect repellent, closed-toed shoes or boots). […]

Fox Hollow Work Day

Lakeside Nature Center 4701 E. Gregory Blvd., Kansas City, MO

Volunteers will remove invasive species and maintain/improve the Fox Hollow trail system. Please email [email protected]  if you are planning to attend. Please include if you need tools or will bring your own. The workday is weather dependent and will be cancelled if actively raining or snowing and temperatures are under 40 degrees.  You will be emailed if […]

Event Series KC Parks Board Meeting

KC Parks Board Meeting

Kansas City Parks and Recreation Administration Building 4600 E. 63rd St., Kansas City, MO, United States

Tuesday, May 20, 2025 2 p.m. KC Parks Administration, 4600 East 63rd Street Trafficway KC Parks is governed by a volunteer five-member Board of Parks and Recreation Commissioners who are appointed by the Mayor. The Board of Parks and Recreation holds public meetings twice a month on Tuesday at the Parks and Recreation Department headquarters in Swope […]

Mean Girls

Starlight Theatre 4600 Starlight Rd., Kansas City, MO, United States

Direct from Broadway, Mean Girls is the hilarious hit musical from book writer Tina Fey (“30 Rock”), composer Jeff Richmond (“Unbreakable Kimmy Schmidt”), Mean Girls tells the story of a naïve newbie who falls prey to a trio of lionized frenemies.

Event Series Garment District Grooves

Garment District Grooves

Garment District Place 8th & Bank Street, Kansas City, MO, United States

Join us for the 2025 season kickoff!  Grab some lunch and listen to live bands in this quaint downtown park! Third Wednesday of the month through October. #AFoodTruckAndABand FOOD TRUCK: Fill 'Em Up Truck BAND: Stan Kessler & Friends

Ashland Square Sprayground Opening

Ashland Square Park 2200 Elmwood Ave.

Join the 23rd Street PAC Neighborhood Association, KC Parks and City officials to celebrate the opening of the new sprayground and additional improvements in Ashland Square Park. The Project: Demolition and removal of existing pools, all water, electrical and sewer connections, sprayground plumbing, water feature elements, controllers, concrete pavements, historic structure restoration, street restoration, grading […]

Celebration at the Station

Union Station 30 West Pershing Rd., Kansas City, MO, United States

Kansas City’s favorite Memorial Day tradition! Join the Kansas City Symphony for Bank of America Celebration at the Station. The Symphony’s FREE concert event takes on the South Plaza of Union Station Kansas City and the North Lawn of the National WWI Museum and Memorial – both near Pershing Road and Main Street, just south of Downtown […]

Fox Hollow Fest: Celebrating Trees and Trails

Lakeside Nature Center 4701 E. Gregory Blvd., Kansas City, MO

Fox Hollow Fest will be returning this year again to help promote local trails.  The event is scheduled to coincide with National Trails Day.  Come out and enjoy guided hikes, make crafts, buy cool merch and play your luck with our raffle, all while enjoying the outdoors and some live music!  There will be natives […]

School of Rock

Starlight Theatre 4600 Starlight Rd., Kansas City, MO, United States

Rock got no reason, rock got no rhyme… You better get me to school on time! Andrew Lloyd Webber’s School of Rock – The Musical follows a failed, wannabe rock star who decides to earn an extra bit of cash by posing as a substitute teacher at a prestigious prep school. There he turns a class of straight–A […]

Event Series Mother Nature Reads

Mother Nature Reads

Lakeside Nature Center 4701 E. Gregory Blvd., Kansas City, MO

Bring your children for a fun morning to hear Mother Nature read stories. Make a craft and take it home. You may also get a chance to meet one of our education animals.

Hike with a Naturalist

Lakeside Nature Center 4701 E. Gregory Blvd., Kansas City, MO

All scheduled hikes are open to the public. There is no fee. Hikes will be cancelled in severe weather – call the center (816-513-8960) for confirmation. Please dress appropriately for the weather of the day (i.e. raingear, layers of clothing for cold weather, sunscreen and hats for warm weather, insect repellent, closed-toed shoes or boots). […]

At History’s Doorstep

Shoal Creek Living History Museum 7000 Northeast Barry Road,, Kansas City, MO, United States

The event is for patrons to view the inside of the buildings with history provided. No skits. Mansion, School, Church, and City Hall open with discussion. Other buildings will be gated and open for viewing. Admission - $5.00 per person. Ages 3 and under are free

Party on the Prairie

Jerry Smith Park 139th St and Prospect Ave, Kansas City, MO - Missouri

Celebrate National Prairie Day with KC WildLands and KC Parks and Recreation at Party on the Prairie! Enjoy family-friendly activities among the plants and animals of Jerry Smith Park, Jackson County’s last remaining remnant prairie. Enjoy live music, guided trail hikes, bird walks, a plein air quick paint competition, a scavenger hunt, and more!

Fox Hollow Work Day

Lakeside Nature Center 4701 E. Gregory Blvd., Kansas City, MO

Volunteers will remove invasive species and maintain/improve the Fox Hollow trail system. Please email [email protected]  if you are planning to attend. Please include if you need tools or will bring your own. The workday is weather dependent and will be cancelled if actively raining or snowing and temperatures are under 40 degrees.  You will be emailed if […]

Garden Work Days

Lakeside Nature Center 4701 E. Gregory Blvd., Kansas City, MO

Welcome to Lakeside Nature Center’s Native Garden Team. We are so happy that you are willing to join us in this on-going project.  Workdays may be cancelled because of the weather, if you have not been notified, call the Nature Center before coming.  On workdays, please be sure to bring a refillable water bottle,  garden gloves, […]

Heart of America Shakespeare Festival: Love’s Labour Lost

Southmoreland Park 4600 Oak St, Kansas City, MO, United States

Did somebody say “rom-com?” Taking an oath to isolate themselves from the oh-so-trivial distractions of women and LOVE, four men think that a focus on study, self-improvement and celibacy is the key to personal success. But when a Princess and her three companions arrive…something’s gotta give. Relish the chance to bask in summer love with […]

Event Series KC Parks Board Meeting

KC Parks Board Meeting

Kansas City Parks and Recreation Administration Building 4600 E. 63rd St., Kansas City, MO, United States

KC Parks is governed by a volunteer five-member Board of Parks and Recreation Commissioners who are appointed by the Mayor. The Board of Parks and Recreation holds public meetings twice a month on Tuesday at the Parks and Recreation Department headquarters in Swope Park, 4600 E. 63rd St. All meetings are open to the public.

Event Series Garment District Grooves

Garment District Grooves

Garment District Place 8th & Bank Street, Kansas City, MO, United States

Grab some lunch and listen to live bands in this quaint downtown park! Third Wednesday of the month through October. #AFoodTruckAndABand FOOD TRUCK: Mai's Noodle Express BAND: Dave Panico, Saxophone

Whiskey Myers 2025 Tour

Starlight Theatre 4600 Starlight Rd., Kansas City, MO, United States

Whiskey Myers with Kashus Culpepper & Pony Bradshaw at Starlight Theatre on June 20, 2025.

Pioneer Days: Portraying the year 1869

Shoal Creek Living History Museum 7000 Northeast Barry Road,, Kansas City, MO, United States

The Pioneer Days will include historic skits, music,  and open historic buildings. Admission - $8 per person. Ages 3 and under are free Ages 3 and under are free

Kansas City International Dragon Boat Festival

Brush Creek Brush Creek, Country Club Plaza, KCMO (East end), MO, United States

Brush Creek on the Country Club Plaza will be packed with people and dragons for the annual Kansas City Dragon Boat Festival. The boats enter the water for practice at 8 a.m. and festivities begin at 9:45 am. as drum rollers and dragons march along the banks of Brush Creek to kick-off a day of […]

Sand-Tastic 2025

Westport-Roanoke Community Center 3601 Roanoke Road, Kansas City, MO, United States

Ages 18+ Fee: $150/ Team Activity Code: 252540111 An open one-day Double elimination Sand Volleyball Tournament. This is a day of fun by enjoying the sun and playing games with friends and family.

Make Music Day Kansas City

**Registration for performers and host venues is open thru June 14th>> Join us for Make Music Day! A live, free musical celebration on June 21st, the longest day of the year, with concerts on streets, sidewalks, venues and parks across the city. Launched in 1982 in France as the Fête de la Musique, it is […]

Event Series Hike with a Naturalist

Hike with a Naturalist

Lakeside Nature Center 4701 E. Gregory Blvd., Kansas City, MO

All scheduled hikes are open to the public. There is no fee. Hikes will be cancelled in severe weather – call the center (816-513-8960) for confirmation. Please dress appropriately for the weather of the day (i.e. raingear, layers of clothing for cold weather, sunscreen and hats for warm weather, insect repellent, closed-toed shoes or boots). […]

FREE Hohner Harmonica Experience for Beginners

Lakeside Nature Center 4701 E. Gregory Blvd., Kansas City, MO

Lakeside Nature Center , 4701 East Gregory Blvd., Kansas City, MO 6413o in Swope Park** FREE Tickets via Eventbrite (TBD) Local musician Russ ‘KidMan’ Schenke will be demonstrating basic technics and other insights on the harmonica. This clinic is open to all ages and no experience is necessary. A limited number of harmonicas will be […]

Juneteenth KC Heritage Festival

Parade Park 1622 E. 17th Terr., Kansas City, MO

Kansas City's official celebration of African American Pride and Culture!

Weird Al” Yankovic: Bigger & Weirder 2025 Tour

Starlight Theatre 4600 Starlight Rd., Kansas City, MO, United States

"Weird Al" Yankovic: Bigger & Weirder 2025 Tour at Starlight Theatre on June 26, 2025. Weird Al brings his legendary full-production multimedia comedy rock show back to the concert stage with the BIGGER & WEIRDER 2025 Tour, playing his iconic hits as well as some never-performed-live-before fan favorites. Al’s long-time band is joined by four additional players […]

Event Series Mother Nature Reads

Mother Nature Reads

Lakeside Nature Center 4701 E. Gregory Blvd., Kansas City, MO

Bring your children for a fun morning to hear Mother Nature read stories. Make a craft and take it home. You may also get a chance to meet one of our education animals.

Event Series Hike with a Naturalist

Hike with a Naturalist

Lakeside Nature Center 4701 E. Gregory Blvd., Kansas City, MO

All scheduled hikes are open to the public. There is no fee. Hikes will be cancelled in severe weather – call the center (816-513-8960) for confirmation. Please dress appropriately for the weather of the day (i.e. raingear, layers of clothing for cold weather, sunscreen and hats for warm weather, insect repellent, closed-toed shoes or boots). […]

Teddy Bear Picnic presented by the Kansas City Zoo & Aquarium

Swope Park 4177 Pavilion Road, Kansas City, MO, United States

The event is free but pre-registration is requested. Registration opens May 11>> Grab your teddy bear(s), picnic blanket and lunch to celebrate National Teddy Bear Picnic Day at the Bandstand in beautiful Swope Park! Featuring . . . *Music by Janie Next Door *Story time with the Kansas City Public Library *Ice Cream from the KC Scoop Coupe […]

Garden Work Days

Lakeside Nature Center 4701 E. Gregory Blvd., Kansas City, MO

Welcome to Lakeside Nature Center’s Native Garden Team. We are so happy that you are willing to join us in this on-going project.  Workdays may be cancelled because of the weather, if you have not been notified, call the Nature Center before coming.  On workdays, please be sure to bring a refillable water bottle, garden gloves, […]

Event Series KC Parks Board Meeting

KC Parks Board Meeting

Kansas City Parks and Recreation Administration Building 4600 E. 63rd St., Kansas City, MO, United States

KC Parks is governed by a volunteer five-member Board of Parks and Recreation Commissioners who are appointed by the Mayor. The Board of Parks and Recreation holds public meetings twice a month on Tuesday at the Parks and Recreation Department headquarters in Swope Park, 4600 E. 63rd St. All meetings are open to the public.

Event Series Garment District Grooves

Garment District Grooves

Garment District Place 8th & Bank Street, Kansas City, MO, United States

Grab some lunch and listen to live bands in this quaint downtown park! Third Wednesday of the month through October. #AFoodTruckAndABand FOOD TRUCK: Sugar Skull Grill BAND: Gayle Price, Oldies R & B

At History’s Doorstep

Shoal Creek Living History Museum 7000 Northeast Barry Road,, Kansas City, MO, United States

The event is for patrons to view the inside of the buildings with history provided. No skits. Mansion, School, Church, and City Hall open with discussion. Other buildings will be gated and open for viewing. Admission - $5 per person. Ages 3 and under are free

Bugs Extravaganza

Lakeside Nature Center 4701 E. Gregory Blvd., Kansas City, MO

Free Learn cool things about bugs including life cycles. Also find out how to support pollinator species.  Visitors can participate in scheduled hike. In the Center, observe a working beehive and a caterpillar zoo.  Info tables provide information about insect life cycles, supporting pollinator species and insect predators.  Arts and crafts are also available. 11 […]

Event Series Hike with a Naturalist

Hike with a Naturalist

Lakeside Nature Center 4701 E. Gregory Blvd., Kansas City, MO

All scheduled hikes are open to the public. There is no fee. Hikes will be cancelled in severe weather – call the center (816-513-8960) for confirmation. Please dress appropriately for the weather of the day (i.e. raingear, layers of clothing for cold weather, sunscreen and hats for warm weather, insect repellent, closed-toed shoes or boots). […]

KC’s Lawn Party Quick Paint Contest

Theis Park 4701 Oak St., Kansas City, Missouri

4-5 p.m.: Artist Check-in at KC Parks tent by stage on the west side of Theis Park
5-7 p.m.: Quick Paint
7-7:15 p.m.: Turn-in and Judging by the KC Parks stage
7:30 p.m.: Purchase Award: $500

Kansas City’s Lawn Party 2025

Theis Park 4701 Oak St., Kansas City, Missouri

Theis Park and The Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art Donald J. Hall Sculpture Park, Between Oak and Rockhill on Emanuel Cleaver II Blvd. (Cleaver II Blvd. will be closed  from 2-9 p.m.; details below) Celebrate National Parks and Recreation Month at KC's biggest lawn party! This fun-filled evening of live music, food trucks, art activities and […]

Pioneer Days: Portraying the year 1876

Shoal Creek Living History Museum 7000 Northeast Barry Road,, Kansas City, MO, United States

The Pioneer Days will include historic skits, music,  and open historic buildings. Admission - $8 per person. Ages 3 and under are free Ages 3 and under are free

Run for Raptors

Lakeside Nature Center 4701 E. Gregory Blvd., Kansas City, MO

Run for Raptors: a walk/run fundraiser for Lakeside Nature Center held at Camp Lake of the Woods trails.  For more information, call 816-513-8960.

Event Series Mother Nature Reads

Mother Nature Reads

Lakeside Nature Center 4701 E. Gregory Blvd., Kansas City, MO

Bring your children for a fun morning to hear Mother Nature read stories. Make a craft and take it home. You may also get a chance to meet one of our education animals.

Event Series Hike with a Naturalist

Hike with a Naturalist

Lakeside Nature Center 4701 E. Gregory Blvd., Kansas City, MO

All scheduled hikes are open to the public. There is no fee. Hikes will be cancelled in severe weather – call the center (816-513-8960) for confirmation. Please dress appropriately for the weather of the day (i.e. raingear, layers of clothing for cold weather, sunscreen and hats for warm weather, insect repellent, closed-toed shoes or boots). […]

Garden Work Days

Lakeside Nature Center 4701 E. Gregory Blvd., Kansas City, MO

Welcome to Lakeside Nature Center’s Native Garden Team. We are so happy that you are willing to join us in this on-going project.  Workdays may be cancelled because of the weather, if you have not been notified, call the Nature Center before coming.  On workdays, please be sure to bring a refillable water bottle,  garden gloves, […]

46th Annual Ethnic Enrichment Festival

Swope Park Bandstand 4177 Pavilion Road, Kansas City, MO, United States

Friday, August 15 | 6 – 10 p.m. Saturday, August 16 | Noon – 10 p.m. Sunday, August 17 | Noon – 6 p.m. Swope Park Bandstand, Pavilion Road. Adult: $5  |  12 and under: Free with Adult  |  Free Parking Sorry, NO Pets Allowed.  Must show certificate for service/ comfort animals. Join us as we […]

Water, Bugs, Fish & Frogs

Lakeside Nature Center 4701 E. Gregory Blvd., Kansas City, MO

Free Learn about all things water-related including how water quality affects wildlife AND humans.  Visitors participate in scheduled hike. Inside the center, visitors observe fly tying. Info tables provide information about native fish, aquatic insects and frogs. All displays emphasize water quality and how it affects wildlife. There will also be arts and crafts activities […]

Event Series Hike with a Naturalist

Hike with a Naturalist

Lakeside Nature Center 4701 E. Gregory Blvd., Kansas City, MO

All scheduled hikes are open to the public. There is no fee. Hikes will be cancelled in severe weather – call the center (816-513-8960) for confirmation. Please dress appropriately for the weather of the day (i.e. raingear, layers of clothing for cold weather, sunscreen and hats for warm weather, insect repellent, closed-toed shoes or boots). […]

MWNCC Sports Day & Back to School Sports Challenge

Mary Williams-Neal Community Center 3801 Emanuel Cleaver II Blvd., Kansas City, MO, United States

MWNCC will have a mini tournament. We will set up sports stations for games like basketball & dodgeball. The purpose is to create a fun mini tournament where kids can form teams and compete in friendly matches. We will also organize a fitness circuit with challenges like relay races, jump rope contests, and tug-a war competition. […]

4 on 4 Basketball Tournament

Westport-Roanoke Community Center 3601 Roanoke Road, Kansas City, MO, United States

Ages 18+ Fee: $150/ Team Activity Code: 252510100 This will be a 6-team tournament to determine who has the best team. Each team will play 2 games to determine who plays for the champion. Winners will receive a trophy and bragging rights. Each team can have a max of 6 players.

Event Series KC Parks Board Meeting

KC Parks Board Meeting

Kansas City Parks and Recreation Administration Building 4600 E. 63rd St., Kansas City, MO, United States

KC Parks is governed by a volunteer five-member Board of Parks and Recreation Commissioners who are appointed by the Mayor. The Board of Parks and Recreation holds public meetings twice a month on Tuesday at the Parks and Recreation Department headquarters in Swope Park, 4600 E. 63rd St. All meetings are open to the public.

Event Series Garment District Grooves

Garment District Grooves

Garment District Place 8th & Bank Street, Kansas City, MO, United States

Grab some lunch and listen to live bands in this quaint downtown park! Third Wednesday of the month through October. #AFoodTruckAndABand FOOD TRUCK: Fill ‘Em Up Truck BAND: Max Groove, jazz pianist

Pioneer Days: Portraying the year 1886

Shoal Creek Living History Museum 7000 Northeast Barry Road,, Kansas City, MO, United States

The Pioneer Days will include historic skits, music,  and open historic buildings. Admission - $8 per person. Ages 3 and under are free Ages 3 and under are free

Kickball Tournament

Westport-Roanoke Community Center 3601 Roanoke Road, Kansas City, MO, United States

Ages 18+ Fee: $250/ Team Activity Code: 252510101 Westport Roanoke Community Center will host a one-day Kickball Tournament. Teams are made up of 6-10 players and all teams are guaranteed at least three games.

Event Series Mother Nature Reads

Mother Nature Reads

Lakeside Nature Center 4701 E. Gregory Blvd., Kansas City, MO

Bring your children for a fun morning to hear Mother Nature read stories. Make a craft and take it home. You may also get a chance to meet one of our education animals.

Event Series Hike with a Naturalist

Hike with a Naturalist

Lakeside Nature Center 4701 E. Gregory Blvd., Kansas City, MO

All scheduled hikes are open to the public. There is no fee. Hikes will be cancelled in severe weather – call the center (816-513-8960) for confirmation. Please dress appropriately for the weather of the day (i.e. raingear, layers of clothing for cold weather, sunscreen and hats for warm weather, insect repellent, closed-toed shoes or boots). […]

Garden Work Days

Lakeside Nature Center 4701 E. Gregory Blvd., Kansas City, MO

Welcome to Lakeside Nature Center’s Native Garden Team. We are so happy that you are willing to join us in this on-going project.  Workdays may be cancelled because of the weather, if you have not been notified, call the Nature Center before coming.  On workdays, please be sure to bring a refillable water bottle, garden gloves, […]

Event Series KC Parks Board Meeting

KC Parks Board Meeting

Kansas City Parks and Recreation Administration Building 4600 E. 63rd St., Kansas City, MO, United States

KC Parks is governed by a volunteer five-member Board of Parks and Recreation Commissioners who are appointed by the Mayor. The Board of Parks and Recreation holds public meetings twice a month on Tuesday at the Parks and Recreation Department headquarters in Swope Park, 4600 E. 63rd St. All meetings are open to the public.

Event Series Garment District Grooves

Garment District Grooves

Garment District Place 8th & Bank Street, Kansas City, MO, United States

Grab some lunch and listen to live bands in this quaint downtown park! Third Wednesday of the month through October. #AFoodTruckAndABand FOOD TRUCK: Mai's Noodle Express BAND: Jass, multi-instrumentalist, vocalist, and poet

Wilma’s Birthday Party

Lakeside Nature Center 4701 E. Gregory Blvd., Kansas City, MO

Free Help us celebrate Wilma the Box Turtle’s birthday. Learn cool facts about reptiles and how you can support them in the wild. Wilma’s friends from the library will distribute books There will also be arts and crafts activities and display tables. 11 a.m. – Wilma The Box Turtle Noon – Reptiles of Missouri 1 […]

Event Series Hike with a Naturalist

Hike with a Naturalist

Lakeside Nature Center 4701 E. Gregory Blvd., Kansas City, MO

All scheduled hikes are open to the public. There is no fee. Hikes will be cancelled in severe weather – call the center (816-513-8960) for confirmation. Please dress appropriately for the weather of the day (i.e. raingear, layers of clothing for cold weather, sunscreen and hats for warm weather, insect repellent, closed-toed shoes or boots). […]

Pioneer Days: Portraying the year 1890

Shoal Creek Living History Museum 7000 Northeast Barry Road,, Kansas City, MO, United States

The Pioneer Days will include historic skits, music,  and open historic buildings. Admission - $8 per person. Ages 3 and under are free Ages 3 and under are free

Celebrating Scouts

Lakeside Nature Center 4701 E. Gregory Blvd., Kansas City, MO

Activities focus on Badges and Adventures for Scouts aged 6-12. $10 admission fee, registration is required. Cap of 100 scouts. Scouts receive a ‘fun’ patch and participate in 6 activities that lead to badges and adventure.

Event Series Mother Nature Reads

Mother Nature Reads

Lakeside Nature Center 4701 E. Gregory Blvd., Kansas City, MO

Bring your children for a fun morning to hear Mother Nature read stories. Make a craft and take it home. You may also get a chance to meet one of our education animals.

Event Series Hike with a Naturalist

Hike with a Naturalist

Lakeside Nature Center 4701 E. Gregory Blvd., Kansas City, MO

All scheduled hikes are open to the public. There is no fee. Hikes will be cancelled in severe weather – call the center (816-513-8960) for confirmation. Please dress appropriately for the weather of the day (i.e. raingear, layers of clothing for cold weather, sunscreen and hats for warm weather, insect repellent, closed-toed shoes or boots). […]

Garden Work Days

Lakeside Nature Center 4701 E. Gregory Blvd., Kansas City, MO

Welcome to Lakeside Nature Center’s Native Garden Team. We are so happy that you are willing to join us in this on-going project.  Workdays may be cancelled because of the weather, if you have not been notified, call the Nature Center before coming.  On workdays, please be sure to bring a refillable water bottle, garden gloves, […]

Trunk or Treat

Lakeside Nature Center 4701 E. Gregory Blvd., Kansas City, MO

Free Gather treats and meet several of our animal ambassadors during this unique drive-thru event.  Guests are invited to drive through the parking lot, receive a bag with education information, stop at the various ‘trunks’ for treats and meet our animal ambassadors.

Event Series Garment District Grooves

Garment District Grooves

Garment District Place 8th & Bank Street, Kansas City, MO, United States

Grab some lunch and listen to live bands in this quaint downtown park! Third Wednesday of the month through October. #AFoodTruckAndABand FOOD TRUCK: Sugar Skull Grill BAND: David Luther, singer/songwriter

What’s Out at Night

Lakeside Nature Center 4701 E. Gregory Blvd., Kansas City, MO

Free Learn about all of the cool animals that come out at night and how we can help keep them safe.  Guests can participate in the scheduled hike and come inside the center to learn all about many of Missouri’s nocturnal wildlife while also doing arts and crafts. 11 a.m. – Great Horned Owl Noon – […]

Event Series Hike with a Naturalist

Hike with a Naturalist

Lakeside Nature Center 4701 E. Gregory Blvd., Kansas City, MO

All scheduled hikes are open to the public. There is no fee. Hikes will be cancelled in severe weather – call the center (816-513-8960) for confirmation. Please dress appropriately for the weather of the day (i.e. raingear, layers of clothing for cold weather, sunscreen and hats for warm weather, insect repellent, closed-toed shoes or boots). […]

Event Series KC Parks Board Meeting

KC Parks Board Meeting

Kansas City Parks and Recreation Administration Building 4600 E. 63rd St., Kansas City, MO, United States

KC Parks is governed by a volunteer five-member Board of Parks and Recreation Commissioners who are appointed by the Mayor. The Board of Parks and Recreation holds public meetings twice a month on Tuesday at the Parks and Recreation Department headquarters in Swope Park, 4600 E. 63rd St. All meetings are open to the public.

Kids Safe Trick or Treat

Shoal Creek Living History Museum 7000 Northeast Barry Road,, Kansas City, MO, United States

The Kids Safe Trick or Treat will include candy from citizens of Shoal Creek at each of the buildings, fun historic games, and open historic buildings. Admission - $8 per person. Ages 10 and under are free

Event Series Mother Nature Reads

Mother Nature Reads

Lakeside Nature Center 4701 E. Gregory Blvd., Kansas City, MO

Bring your children for a fun morning to hear Mother Nature read stories. Make a craft and take it home. You may also get a chance to meet one of our education animals.

Event Series Hike with a Naturalist

Hike with a Naturalist

Lakeside Nature Center 4701 E. Gregory Blvd., Kansas City, MO

All scheduled hikes are open to the public. There is no fee. Hikes will be cancelled in severe weather – call the center (816-513-8960) for confirmation. Please dress appropriately for the weather of the day (i.e. raingear, layers of clothing for cold weather, sunscreen and hats for warm weather, insect repellent, closed-toed shoes or boots). […]

Earth Keepers

Lakeside Nature Center 4701 E. Gregory Blvd., Kansas City, MO

Free Learn how to be an earth keeper and support wildlife and habitats. From ‘leaving the leaves’ to creating darker skies for wildlife.  Guests can participate in the scheduled hike and come inside the center to learn about a number of initiatives that they can participate in to support wildlife, in addition to doing arts […]

Event Series KC Parks Board Meeting

KC Parks Board Meeting

Kansas City Parks and Recreation Administration Building 4600 E. 63rd St., Kansas City, MO, United States

KC Parks is governed by a volunteer five-member Board of Parks and Recreation Commissioners who are appointed by the Mayor. The Board of Parks and Recreation holds public meetings twice a month on Tuesday at the Parks and Recreation Department headquarters in Swope Park, 4600 E. 63rd St. All meetings are open to the public.

Event Series Mother Nature Reads

Mother Nature Reads

Lakeside Nature Center 4701 E. Gregory Blvd., Kansas City, MO

Bring your children for a fun morning to hear Mother Nature read stories. Make a craft and take it home. You may also get a chance to meet one of our education animals.

Visit with St. Nicholas

Shoal Creek Living History Museum 7000 Northeast Barry Road,, Kansas City, MO, United States

Visit with St. Nicholas in the CrossRoads Inn and receive Christmas treats. Walk around the town and view the historic buildings.  Admission - $8.00 per person.  Ages 10 and under are free

Event Series Hike with a Naturalist

Hike with a Naturalist

Lakeside Nature Center 4701 E. Gregory Blvd., Kansas City, MO

All scheduled hikes are open to the public. There is no fee. Hikes will be cancelled in severe weather – call the center (816-513-8960) for confirmation. Please dress appropriately for the weather of the day (i.e. raingear, layers of clothing for cold weather, sunscreen and hats for warm weather, insect repellent, closed-toed shoes or boots). […]

Around Since the Dinosaurs

Lakeside Nature Center 4701 E. Gregory Blvd., Kansas City, MO

Free Learn interesting facts about who shared the world with dinosaurs and meet some animal ambassadors that were around when the dinosaurs were. Guests can learn about some of the wildlife that were around during the time of the dinosaurs are still here today. Arts and crafts will be available. 10:30 a.m. – Turtles 11:30 […]

Event Series KC Parks Board Meeting

KC Parks Board Meeting

Kansas City Parks and Recreation Administration Building 4600 E. 63rd St., Kansas City, MO, United States

KC Parks is governed by a volunteer five-member Board of Parks and Recreation Commissioners who are appointed by the Mayor. The Board of Parks and Recreation holds public meetings twice a month on Tuesday at the Parks and Recreation Department headquarters in Swope Park, 4600 E. 63rd St. All meetings are open to the public.

Event Series Mother Nature Reads

Mother Nature Reads

Lakeside Nature Center 4701 E. Gregory Blvd., Kansas City, MO

Bring your children for a fun morning to hear Mother Nature read stories. Make a craft and take it home. You may also get a chance to meet one of our education animals.

Event Series Mother Nature Reads

Mother Nature Reads

Lakeside Nature Center 4701 E. Gregory Blvd., Kansas City, MO

Bring your children for a fun morning to hear Mother Nature read stories. Make a craft and take it home. You may also get a chance to meet one of our education animals.

Event Series Mother Nature Reads

Mother Nature Reads

Lakeside Nature Center 4701 E. Gregory Blvd., Kansas City, MO

Bring your children for a fun morning to hear Mother Nature read stories. Make a craft and take it home. You may also get a chance to meet one of our education animals.

Event Series Mother Nature Reads

Mother Nature Reads

Lakeside Nature Center 4701 E. Gregory Blvd., Kansas City, MO

Bring your children for a fun morning to hear Mother Nature read stories. Make a craft and take it home. You may also get a chance to meet one of our education animals.

Event Series Mother Nature Reads

Mother Nature Reads

Lakeside Nature Center 4701 E. Gregory Blvd., Kansas City, MO

Bring your children for a fun morning to hear Mother Nature read stories. Make a craft and take it home. You may also get a chance to meet one of our education animals.

Event Series Mother Nature Reads

Mother Nature Reads

Lakeside Nature Center 4701 E. Gregory Blvd., Kansas City, MO

Bring your children for a fun morning to hear Mother Nature read stories. Make a craft and take it home. You may also get a chance to meet one of our education animals.

Event Series Mother Nature Reads

Mother Nature Reads

Lakeside Nature Center 4701 E. Gregory Blvd., Kansas City, MO

Bring your children for a fun morning to hear Mother Nature read stories. Make a craft and take it home. You may also get a chance to meet one of our education animals.

Event Series Mother Nature Reads

Mother Nature Reads

Lakeside Nature Center 4701 E. Gregory Blvd., Kansas City, MO

Bring your children for a fun morning to hear Mother Nature read stories. Make a craft and take it home. You may also get a chance to meet one of our education animals.

Event Series Mother Nature Reads

Mother Nature Reads

Lakeside Nature Center 4701 E. Gregory Blvd., Kansas City, MO

Bring your children for a fun morning to hear Mother Nature read stories. Make a craft and take it home. You may also get a chance to meet one of our education animals.

Event Series Mother Nature Reads

Mother Nature Reads

Lakeside Nature Center 4701 E. Gregory Blvd., Kansas City, MO

Bring your children for a fun morning to hear Mother Nature read stories. Make a craft and take it home. You may also get a chance to meet one of our education animals.

Event Series Mother Nature Reads

Mother Nature Reads

Lakeside Nature Center 4701 E. Gregory Blvd., Kansas City, MO

Bring your children for a fun morning to hear Mother Nature read stories. Make a craft and take it home. You may also get a chance to meet one of our education animals.

Event Series Mother Nature Reads

Mother Nature Reads

Lakeside Nature Center 4701 E. Gregory Blvd., Kansas City, MO

Bring your children for a fun morning to hear Mother Nature read stories. Make a craft and take it home. You may also get a chance to meet one of our education animals.

Event Series Mother Nature Reads

Mother Nature Reads

Lakeside Nature Center 4701 E. Gregory Blvd., Kansas City, MO

Bring your children for a fun morning to hear Mother Nature read stories. Make a craft and take it home. You may also get a chance to meet one of our education animals.

Event Series Mother Nature Reads

Mother Nature Reads

Lakeside Nature Center 4701 E. Gregory Blvd., Kansas City, MO

Bring your children for a fun morning to hear Mother Nature read stories. Make a craft and take it home. You may also get a chance to meet one of our education animals.

Event Series Mother Nature Reads

Mother Nature Reads

Lakeside Nature Center 4701 E. Gregory Blvd., Kansas City, MO

Bring your children for a fun morning to hear Mother Nature read stories. Make a craft and take it home. You may also get a chance to meet one of our education animals.

Event Series Mother Nature Reads

Mother Nature Reads

Lakeside Nature Center 4701 E. Gregory Blvd., Kansas City, MO

Bring your children for a fun morning to hear Mother Nature read stories. Make a craft and take it home. You may also get a chance to meet one of our education animals.

Event Series Mother Nature Reads

Mother Nature Reads

Lakeside Nature Center 4701 E. Gregory Blvd., Kansas City, MO

Bring your children for a fun morning to hear Mother Nature read stories. Make a craft and take it home. You may also get a chance to meet one of our education animals.

Event Series Mother Nature Reads

Mother Nature Reads

Lakeside Nature Center 4701 E. Gregory Blvd., Kansas City, MO

Bring your children for a fun morning to hear Mother Nature read stories. Make a craft and take it home. You may also get a chance to meet one of our education animals.

Event Series Mother Nature Reads

Mother Nature Reads

Lakeside Nature Center 4701 E. Gregory Blvd., Kansas City, MO

Bring your children for a fun morning to hear Mother Nature read stories. Make a craft and take it home. You may also get a chance to meet one of our education animals.

Event Series Mother Nature Reads

Mother Nature Reads

Lakeside Nature Center 4701 E. Gregory Blvd., Kansas City, MO

Bring your children for a fun morning to hear Mother Nature read stories. Make a craft and take it home. You may also get a chance to meet one of our education animals.

Event Series Mother Nature Reads

Mother Nature Reads

Lakeside Nature Center 4701 E. Gregory Blvd., Kansas City, MO

Bring your children for a fun morning to hear Mother Nature read stories. Make a craft and take it home. You may also get a chance to meet one of our education animals.

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