Events

Events

Taps at the Tower

National World War I Museum and Memorial 2 Memorial Drive, Kansas City

June 16 - 18, 2024 Sunset (8:45 p.m.) each evening National WWI Museum and Memorial, 2 Memorial Drive, KCMO Taps, a musical piece sounded at dusk and at funerals, has a rich and storied history in the United States. It has long been associated with the U.S. Military, and is often played at civilian events […]

Garment District Grooves: June

Garment District Place W 8th St, Kansas City, MO, United States

Wednesday, June 19 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: Southern Home Cookin' from Julita's BAND: R & B with Jass

REO Speedwagon with Night Ranger

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

June 19, 2024 7:30 p.m. Starlight Theatre in Swope Park REO Speedwagon with Night Ranger at Starlight Theatre on June 19, 2024.

FREE Hohner Harmonica Experience for Beginners

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

Friday, June 21, 2024 11 a.m. Lakeside Nature Center located, 4701 East Gregory Blvd., Kansas City, MO 6413o in Swope Park** FREE Tickets via Eventbrite 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 […]

Make Music Kansas City

Friday, June 21, 2024 11 a.m. Metro-wide Join us for Make Music Kansas City! 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 now held on […]

FREE Urban Bucket Brigade Bootcamp with Jaisson Taylor

Loose Park 5200 Wornall, Kansas City, Missouri

Friday, June 21, 2024 Noon-1 p.m. Loose Park Shelter, 5200 Wornall Rd. A FREE drumming workshop in celebration of Make Music Day  KC! Teaching artist Jaisson Taylor brings this interactive and fun drumming workshop from the streets to Loose Park. Using recycled buckets and a rhythm, participants will learn about the role of music in […]

Mayor’s Nights Kick-Off Event

Gregg/ Klice Community Center 1600 John Buck O'Neil Way, Kansas City, MO, United States

June 24, 2024 6 p.m. Gregg/ Klice Community Center, 1600 John Buck O'Neil Way, Kansas City, MO 64108 Join us as we celebrate the start of the Mayor's Nights programs.

Pixies & Modest Mouse

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

June 24, 2024 6:30 p.m. Starlight Theatre in Swope Park Pixies & Modest Mouse with Cat Power at Starlight Theatre on June 24, 2024.

KC Parks Board Meeting

KC Parks Administration 4600 East 63rd St. Trfwy, Kansas City, MO, United States

Tuesday, June 25, 2024 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 […]

New Kids On The Block with Paula Abdul & DJ Jazzy Jeff

June 25, 2024 7 p.m. Starlight Theatre in Swope Park Donnie, Joey, Jordan, Jonathan & Danny will bring back the magic for fans old and new.  New Kids on The Block 2024 Magic Summer Tour will feature their greatest hits, unexpected fan favorites and magical surprises with special guests Paula Abdul and DJ Jazzy Jeff.

Open House: North Terrace Lake

Thursday, June 27, 2024 5-7 p.m. Kansas City University Campus-Butterworth Alumni Center We want your input on North Terrace Lake improvements in Kessler Park.

North Terrace Lake – Open House

Thursday, June 27, 2024 5 - 7 p.m. Kansas City University Campus – Butterworth Alumni Center, 1750 Independence Ave, Kansas City, MO 64106 We want your input on North Terrace Lake improvement in Kessler Park.  For more information, contact Gina Boucher at [email protected] or 816-216-6571. Share your thoughts!  We want your input on North Terrace Lake […]

Pride at the Plaza Tennis Center

Plaza Tennis Center 4747 Mill Creek Parkway, Kansas City, MO, United States

Saturday, June 29,2024 9-11 a.m. Plaza Tennis Center, 4747 Mill Creek Parkway You are invited to celebrate Pride Month on the tennis court! Grab a friend or two and join us for this free event. Jump in on the fast paced Cardio Tennis, play with two other team members in Tennis Triples, or pick up […]

Parker McCollum: Burn It Down Tour 2024

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

June 29, 2024 7:30 p.m. Starlight Theatre in Swope Park Parker McCollum is a rising star in the world of country music, capturing hearts and souls with his undeniable talent and raw authenticity.

Stars and Stripes Picnic

National World War I Museum and Memorial 2 Memorial Drive, Kansas City

Thursday, July 4, 2024 4 - 10 p.m. National WWI Museum and Memorial, 2 Memorial Drive, KCMO The Stars and Stripes Picnic at the National WWI Museum and Memorial is Kansas City’s official Independence Day celebration! Bring your friends and family to grab a bite to eat, shop from local vendors, listen to live music […]

Mother Nature Reads

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

First 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, MO

Saturday, July 6, 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, […]

“First Sundays” Free Concerts

Theis Park 4701 Oak St., Kansas City, Missouri

Sunday, July 7, 2024 (RAIN DATE: July 14) 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 (formerly Volker) Park the first Sunday of the month through September!

Disney’s The Little Mermaid

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

July 10 – 14, 2024 8 p.m. Starlight Theatre in Swope Park Join a young mermaid named Ariel on a journey of self-discovery and courage as she dares to defy expectations and follow her heart, reminding us of the power of embracing our uniqueness and pursuing our dreams.

Teddy Bear Picnic presented by the Kansas City Zoo & Aquarium

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

Friday, July 12, 2024 11 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Swope Park, 4177 Pavilion Road The event is free but pre-registration is requested via Eventbrite>> Grab your teddy bear(s), picnic blanket and lunch to celebrate National Teddy Bear Picnic Day with in beautiful Swope Park! Featuring . . . *Music by Janie Next Door *Story time with the Kansas City […]

Native Garden Work Day

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

Saturday, July 13, 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: • […]

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