Events

Events

Boyz II Men with Robin Thicke

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

August 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 States

August 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, MO

Saturday, 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 States

Tuesday, 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 States

August 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 States

Friday, 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, MO

Saturday, 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, MO

Saturday, 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, […]

West Side Story

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

August 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

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

Wednesday, 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: Jabaday's Tasty Kitchen BAND: Alto Saxophonist Dave Panico

KC Parks Board Meeting

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

Tuesday, August 27, 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 Swope […]

“First Sundays” Free Concerts

Theis Park 4701 Oak St., Kansas City, Missouri

Sunday, September 1, 2024 (RAIN DATE: September 8) 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!

O.A.R.

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

Sept. 5, 2024 7 p.m. Starlight Theatre in Swope Park With a unique blend of rock, reggae, and jam band influences, O.A.R. takes audiences on a musical journey filled with euphoria. Known for their captivating live performances, O.A.R. creates an electric atmosphere that transcends genres, inviting fans to sing along and lose themselves in the […]

Hike Fox Hollow with a Naturalist

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

Saturday, September 7, 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, […]

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.  

Dance in the Park 2024

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

Saturday, September 7, 2024 6:30 p.m. Roanoke Park, 3601 Roanoke Rd. The annual outdoor dance concert in partnership with City in Motion Dance Theater that takes place in Roanoke Park the first Saturday after Labor Day. Dance in the Park reflects the cultural vitality, diversity and unique dance styles of Kansas City. Sorry, no pets allowed.

KC Parks Board Meeting

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

Tuesday, September 10, 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 […]

Brush Creek Art Walk

September 13-15, 2024 Friday-Sunday Banks of Brush Creek from The Plaza to Elmwood Everyone is invited to attend Kansas City's premiere "plein air" painting competition along the walkways of Brush Creek.  Though the artists will be taking home the prize money, everyone wins with the top paintings selected by a top juror on display and […]

Native Garden Work Day

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

Saturday, September 14, 2024 9 – 11 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: • […]

Cage The Elephant: Neon Pill Tour

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

Sept. 14, 2024 6:30 p.m. Starlight Theatre in Swope Park Cage The Elephant: Neon Pill Tour with Young The Giant.  With their unique blend of alternative rock and garage punk, Cage The Elephant delivers an unforgettable musical journey. From chart-topping hits like "Ain't No Rest for the Wicked" to their latest releases, Cage The Elephant […]

Peter Pan

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

September 17 – 22, 2024 8 p.m. Starlight Theatre in Swope Park This high-flying musical has been thrilling audiences of all ages for close to 70 years and is now being brought back to life in a new adaptation by celebrated playwright Larissa FastHorse, directed by Emmy Award-winner Lonny Price and choreography by Lorin Latarro. […]

Garment District Grooves: September

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

Wednesday, September 18 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: Street Style Tacos from the Sugar Skull Grill BAND: Afternoon Jazz with Stan Kessler & friends

Wilma’s Birthday Party

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

Saturday, September 21, 2024 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. Lakeside Nature Center in Swope Park, 4701 E. Gregory Blvd. 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 […]

Hike Fox Hollow with a Naturalist

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

Saturday, September 21, 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, […]

KC Parks Board Meeting

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

Tuesday, September 24, 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 Swope […]

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