Run for Raptors
Lakeside Nature Center 4701 E. Gregory Blvd., Kansas City, MORun 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.
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Mother Nature Reads
Lakeside Nature Center 4701 E. Gregory Blvd., Kansas City, MOFirst Saturday of the Month 10am Lakeside Nature Center, 4701 E Gregory Blvd 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 Fox Hollow with a Naturalist
Lakeside Nature Center 4701 E. Gregory Blvd., Kansas City, MOSaturday, August 3, 2024 10:30 a.m. – Habitats Lakeside Nature Center in Swope Park, 4701 E. Gregory Blvd. 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, […]
Cody Jinks: Change The Game Tour
Starlight Theatre 4600 Starlight Rd., Kansas City, MO, United StatesAugust 3, 2024 7 p.m. Starlight Theatre in Swope Park Cody Jinks captivates audiences with his raw and authentic sound. His soulful lyrics and gritty vocals resonate with fans of all ages, making him a modern-day outlaw in the world of country music.
“First Sundays” Free Concerts
Theis Park 4701 Oak St., Kansas City, MissouriSunday, August 4, 2024 (RAIN DATE: August 11) 1-4 p.m. Theis Park, 47th & Oak (across from the Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art) The return of "First Sundays" free concerts in Theis Park the first Sunday of the month through September!
Boyz II Men with Robin Thicke
Starlight Theatre 4600 Starlight Rd., Kansas City, MO, United StatesAugust 4, 2024 7:30 p.m. Starlight Theatre in Swope Park Iconic R&B sensation Boyz II Men captivate audiences worldwide with their soulful harmonies and timeless hits.
Come From Away
Starlight Theatre 4600 Starlight Rd., Kansas City, MO, United StatesAugust 6 – 11, 2024 8 p.m. Starlight Theatre in Swope Park Come From Away takes you into the heart of the remarkable true story of 7,000 stranded passengers Petand the small town in Newfoundland that welcomed them. Cultures clashed and nerves ran high, but uneasiness turned into trust, music soared into the night, and […]
Native Garden Work Day
Lakeside Nature Center 4701 E. Gregory Blvd., Kansas City, MOSaturday, August 10, 2024 8 - 10 a.m. Lakeside Nature Center in Swope Park, 4701 E. Gregory Blvd. Volunteers are welcome to join this native garden workday to plant, weed and deadhead the native gardens around Lakeside Nature Center. Please gather at the Nature Center front doors before work begins. The following are recommended: • […]
KC Parks Board Meeting
KC Parks Administration 4600 East 63rd St. Trfwy, Kansas City, MO, United StatesTuesday, August 13, 2024 5 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 […]
The Smashing Pumpkins with PVRIS
Starlight Theatre 4600 Starlight Rd., Kansas City, MO, United StatesAugust 14, 2024 7:30 p.m. Starlight Theatre in Swope Park With a blend of alternative rock and grunge, The Smashing Pumpkins deliver powerful melodies and raw emotion. From their chart-topping hits like "1979" to their critically acclaimed albums, The Smashing Pumpkins continue to captivate audiences with their timeless music and unforgettable performances.
45th Annual Ethnic Enrichment Festival
Swope Park Bandstand 4177 Pavilion Road, Kansas City, MO, United StatesFriday, August 16| 6 – 10 p.m. Saturday, August 17 | Noon – 10 p.m. Sunday, August 18 | 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 celebrate […]
Water, Bugs, Fish & Frogs
Lakeside Nature Center 4701 E. Gregory Blvd., Kansas City, MOSaturday, August 17, 2024 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. Lakeside Nature Center in Swope Park, 4701 E. Gregory Blvd. 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 […]
Hike Fox Hollow with a Naturalist
Lakeside Nature Center 4701 E. Gregory Blvd., Kansas City, MOSaturday, August 17, 2024 10:30 a.m. – Habitats Lakeside Nature Center in Swope Park, 4701 E. Gregory Blvd. 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, […]
Arbor Villa Park Aquatics Feature Public Meeting
HJ’s Youth and Community Center 6425 Wornall Rd, Kansas City, United StatesOn behalf of KC Parks and Waters Edge Aquatic Design, you are invited to a public meeting about aquatics feature design updates at Arbor Villa Park! Join the project team for an in-person open house public meeting to get a first look at preliminary concepts and share your input. Your feedback is important to the […]
West Side Story
Starlight Theatre 4600 Starlight Rd., Kansas City, MO, United StatesAugust 20 – 25, 2024 8 p.m. Starlight Theatre in Swope Park Two young, idealistic lovers find themselves caught between warring street gangs, the "American" Jets and the Puerto Rican Sharks. Their struggle to survive in a world of hate, violence and prejudice is one of the most innovative, heart-wrenching and relevant musical dramas of […]
Garment District Grooves: August
Garment District Place W 8th St, Kansas City, MO, United StatesWednesday, August 21 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m. Garment District Place, 8th & Broadway Grab some lunch and listen to live bands in this quaint downtown park! Third Wednesday of the month through October. #AFoodTruckAndABand FOOD TRUCK: Jadabay's Tasty Kitchen BAND: Alto Saxophonist Dave Panico
Music Bingo
Kansas City North Community Center 3930 N.E. Antioch Road, Kansas City, MO, United StatesJoin us for an evening under the blacklights as we play Music Bingo for a chance to win over $500 in prizes! Ages: 18 + Fee: $10 Registration>>
