NEW LOCATION: Platte Purchase Park, 10400 N Platte Purchase Dr. 64154 Experience the enchantment of Winter Magic, Kansas City’s ultimate family holiday tradition, now celebrating its 5th spectacular year! This […]
Saturday, November 16, 2024 10 a.m. – 1 p.m. Lakeside Nature Center in Swope Park, 4701 E. Gregory Blvd. Free Learn how to be an earth keeper and support wildlife […]
Ages All Free Join us at KC North for a delightful Senior Citizen Potluck Special Event! This gathering is specifically designed to bring together senior community members in a warm and […]
NEW LOCATION: Platte Purchase Park, 10400 N Platte Purchase Dr. 64154 Experience the enchantment of Winter Magic, Kansas City’s ultimate family holiday tradition, now celebrating its 5th spectacular year! This […]
NEW LOCATION: Platte Purchase Park, 10400 N Platte Purchase Dr. 64154 Experience the enchantment of Winter Magic, Kansas City’s ultimate family holiday tradition, now celebrating its 5th spectacular year! This […]
NEW LOCATION: Platte Purchase Park, 10400 N Platte Purchase Dr. 64154 Experience the enchantment of Winter Magic, Kansas City’s ultimate family holiday tradition, now celebrating its 5th spectacular year! This […]
Tuesday, November 19, 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 […]
NEW LOCATION: Platte Purchase Park, 10400 N Platte Purchase Dr. 64154 Experience the enchantment of Winter Magic, Kansas City’s ultimate family holiday tradition, now celebrating its 5th spectacular year! This […]
Ages 18+ $25 Unwind, connect with friends and unleash your creativity with a warm cup of cocoa. This is a hands-on crafting workshop that caters to all skill levels. Our instructors will provide […]
NEW LOCATION: Platte Purchase Park, 10400 N Platte Purchase Dr. 64154 Experience the enchantment of Winter Magic, Kansas City’s ultimate family holiday tradition, now celebrating its 5th spectacular year! This […]
NEW LOCATION: Platte Purchase Park, 10400 N Platte Purchase Dr. 64154 Experience the enchantment of Winter Magic, Kansas City’s ultimate family holiday tradition, now celebrating its 5th spectacular year! This […]
NEW LOCATION: Platte Purchase Park, 10400 N Platte Purchase Dr. 64154 Experience the enchantment of Winter Magic, Kansas City’s ultimate family holiday tradition, now celebrating its 5th spectacular year! This […]
All Ages Free admission w/ can good $8 admission | $3 skate rental Turkey Bowling! You read that right! Come out on November 23rd, five days before Thanksgiving, from 2:30-4:30pm […]
NEW LOCATION: Platte Purchase Park, 10400 N Platte Purchase Dr. 64154 Experience the enchantment of Winter Magic, Kansas City’s ultimate family holiday tradition, now celebrating its 5th spectacular year! This […]
NEW LOCATION: Platte Purchase Park, 10400 N Platte Purchase Dr. 64154 Experience the enchantment of Winter Magic, Kansas City’s ultimate family holiday tradition, now celebrating its 5th spectacular year! This […]
NEW LOCATION: Platte Purchase Park, 10400 N Platte Purchase Dr. 64154 Experience the enchantment of Winter Magic, Kansas City’s ultimate family holiday tradition, now celebrating its 5th spectacular year! This […]
NEW LOCATION: Platte Purchase Park, 10400 N Platte Purchase Dr. 64154 Experience the enchantment of Winter Magic, Kansas City’s ultimate family holiday tradition, now celebrating its 5th spectacular year! This […]
NEW LOCATION: Platte Purchase Park, 10400 N Platte Purchase Dr. 64154 Experience the enchantment of Winter Magic, Kansas City’s ultimate family holiday tradition, now celebrating its 5th spectacular year! This […]
NEW LOCATION: Platte Purchase Park, 10400 N Platte Purchase Dr. 64154 Experience the enchantment of Winter Magic, Kansas City’s ultimate family holiday tradition, now celebrating its 5th spectacular year! This […]
NEW LOCATION: Platte Purchase Park, 10400 N Platte Purchase Dr. 64154 Experience the enchantment of Winter Magic, Kansas City’s ultimate family holiday tradition, now celebrating its 5th spectacular year! This […]
Join us for our annual Thanksgiving Train! What a great time to get the family together and have some fun!
NEW LOCATION: Platte Purchase Park, 10400 N Platte Purchase Dr. 64154 Experience the enchantment of Winter Magic, Kansas City’s ultimate family holiday tradition, now celebrating its 5th spectacular year! This […]
NEW LOCATION: Platte Purchase Park, 10400 N Platte Purchase Dr. 64154 Experience the enchantment of Winter Magic, Kansas City’s ultimate family holiday tradition, now celebrating its 5th spectacular year! This […]
NEW LOCATION: Platte Purchase Park, 10400 N Platte Purchase Dr. 64154 Experience the enchantment of Winter Magic, Kansas City’s ultimate family holiday tradition, now celebrating its 5th spectacular year! This […]
NEW LOCATION: Platte Purchase Park, 10400 N Platte Purchase Dr. 64154 Experience the enchantment of Winter Magic, Kansas City’s ultimate family holiday tradition, now celebrating its 5th spectacular year! This […]
NEW LOCATION: Platte Purchase Park, 10400 N Platte Purchase Dr. 64154 Experience the enchantment of Winter Magic, Kansas City’s ultimate family holiday tradition, now celebrating its 5th spectacular year! This […]
NEW LOCATION: Platte Purchase Park, 10400 N Platte Purchase Dr. 64154 Experience the enchantment of Winter Magic, Kansas City’s ultimate family holiday tradition, now celebrating its 5th spectacular year! This […]
NEW LOCATION: Platte Purchase Park, 10400 N Platte Purchase Dr. 64154 Experience the enchantment of Winter Magic, Kansas City’s ultimate family holiday tradition, now celebrating its 5th spectacular year! This […]
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 […]
Saturday, December 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. […]
Get into the howliday spirit with a pet parade, ugly sweater competition, photos with Santa, DIY Treat Wreath, Furever Tree and more . . . a premiere event in one […]
NEW LOCATION: Platte Purchase Park, 10400 N Platte Purchase Dr. 64154 Experience the enchantment of Winter Magic, Kansas City’s ultimate family holiday tradition, now celebrating its 5th spectacular year! This […]
NEW LOCATION: Platte Purchase Park, 10400 N Platte Purchase Dr. 64154 Experience the enchantment of Winter Magic, Kansas City’s ultimate family holiday tradition, now celebrating its 5th spectacular year! This […]
NEW LOCATION: Platte Purchase Park, 10400 N Platte Purchase Dr. 64154 Experience the enchantment of Winter Magic, Kansas City’s ultimate family holiday tradition, now celebrating its 5th spectacular year! This […]
Tuesday, December 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 […]
NEW LOCATION: Platte Purchase Park, 10400 N Platte Purchase Dr. 64154 Experience the enchantment of Winter Magic, Kansas City’s ultimate family holiday tradition, now celebrating its 5th spectacular year! This […]
NEW LOCATION: Platte Purchase Park, 10400 N Platte Purchase Dr. 64154 Experience the enchantment of Winter Magic, Kansas City’s ultimate family holiday tradition, now celebrating its 5th spectacular year! This […]
The Fairy Princess, a KC tradition since 1935 Kansas City Museum, 3218 Gladstone Blvd. 64123 Betty Milbank Waldrop Salon – First Floor Advance timed tickets are required | Space is […]
NEW LOCATION: Platte Purchase Park, 10400 N Platte Purchase Dr. 64154 Experience the enchantment of Winter Magic, Kansas City’s ultimate family holiday tradition, now celebrating its 5th spectacular year! This […]
Featuring The JWB ENJOY MUSIC, ART, AND MORE! Artwork courtesy of KC’s African American Artists Collective. Call 816.513.0700 to RSVP or brucewatkinscenter.com
NEW LOCATION: Platte Purchase Park, 10400 N Platte Purchase Dr. 64154 Experience the enchantment of Winter Magic, Kansas City’s ultimate family holiday tradition, now celebrating its 5th spectacular year! This […]
Saturday, December 14, 2024 10 a.m. – 1 p.m. Lakeside Nature Center in Swope Park, 4701 E. Gregory Blvd. Free Learn interesting facts about who shared the world with dinosaurs […]
Loose Park Garden Center, 5200 Wornall Rd. Stop by the Furever Tree in front of the Garden Center to adorn our tree commemorating beloved pets who have passed. Pup Cups […]
All Ages Free admission w/ canned good $8 admission | $3 skate rental Come join us as we celebrate the holiday season! There will be a Holiday Party, Photo Booth, […]
NEW LOCATION: Platte Purchase Park, 10400 N Platte Purchase Dr. 64154 Experience the enchantment of Winter Magic, Kansas City’s ultimate family holiday tradition, now celebrating its 5th spectacular year! This […]
NEW LOCATION: Platte Purchase Park, 10400 N Platte Purchase Dr. 64154 Experience the enchantment of Winter Magic, Kansas City’s ultimate family holiday tradition, now celebrating its 5th spectacular year! This […]
NEW LOCATION: Platte Purchase Park, 10400 N Platte Purchase Dr. 64154 Experience the enchantment of Winter Magic, Kansas City’s ultimate family holiday tradition, now celebrating its 5th spectacular year! This […]
NEW LOCATION: Platte Purchase Park, 10400 N Platte Purchase Dr. 64154 Experience the enchantment of Winter Magic, Kansas City’s ultimate family holiday tradition, now celebrating its 5th spectacular year! This […]
NEW LOCATION: Platte Purchase Park, 10400 N Platte Purchase Dr. 64154 Experience the enchantment of Winter Magic, Kansas City’s ultimate family holiday tradition, now celebrating its 5th spectacular year! This […]
NEW LOCATION: Platte Purchase Park, 10400 N Platte Purchase Dr. 64154 Experience the enchantment of Winter Magic, Kansas City’s ultimate family holiday tradition, now celebrating its 5th spectacular year! This […]
NEW LOCATION: Platte Purchase Park, 10400 N Platte Purchase Dr. 64154 Experience the enchantment of Winter Magic, Kansas City’s ultimate family holiday tradition, now celebrating its 5th spectacular year! This […]
NEW LOCATION: Platte Purchase Park, 10400 N Platte Purchase Dr. 64154 Experience the enchantment of Winter Magic, Kansas City’s ultimate family holiday tradition, now celebrating its 5th spectacular year! This […]
Join us for hot cocoa, cider, pictures with Santa, and train rides.
NEW LOCATION: Platte Purchase Park, 10400 N Platte Purchase Dr. 64154 Experience the enchantment of Winter Magic, Kansas City’s ultimate family holiday tradition, now celebrating its 5th spectacular year! This […]
NEW LOCATION: Platte Purchase Park, 10400 N Platte Purchase Dr. 64154 Experience the enchantment of Winter Magic, Kansas City’s ultimate family holiday tradition, now celebrating its 5th spectacular year! This […]
NEW LOCATION: Platte Purchase Park, 10400 N Platte Purchase Dr. 64154 Experience the enchantment of Winter Magic, Kansas City’s ultimate family holiday tradition, now celebrating its 5th spectacular year! This […]
NEW LOCATION: Platte Purchase Park, 10400 N Platte Purchase Dr. 64154 Experience the enchantment of Winter Magic, Kansas City’s ultimate family holiday tradition, now celebrating its 5th spectacular year! This […]
NEW LOCATION: Platte Purchase Park, 10400 N Platte Purchase Dr. 64154 Experience the enchantment of Winter Magic, Kansas City’s ultimate family holiday tradition, now celebrating its 5th spectacular year! This […]
NEW LOCATION: Platte Purchase Park, 10400 N Platte Purchase Dr. 64154 Experience the enchantment of Winter Magic, Kansas City’s ultimate family holiday tradition, now celebrating its 5th spectacular year! This […]
NEW LOCATION: Platte Purchase Park, 10400 N Platte Purchase Dr. 64154 Experience the enchantment of Winter Magic, Kansas City’s ultimate family holiday tradition, now celebrating its 5th spectacular year! This […]
NEW LOCATION: Platte Purchase Park, 10400 N Platte Purchase Dr. 64154 Experience the enchantment of Winter Magic, Kansas City’s ultimate family holiday tradition, now celebrating its 5th spectacular year! This […]
NEW LOCATION: Platte Purchase Park, 10400 N Platte Purchase Dr. 64154 Experience the enchantment of Winter Magic, Kansas City’s ultimate family holiday tradition, now celebrating its 5th spectacular year! This […]
NEW LOCATION: Platte Purchase Park, 10400 N Platte Purchase Dr. 64154 Experience the enchantment of Winter Magic, Kansas City’s ultimate family holiday tradition, now celebrating its 5th spectacular year! This […]
Age: 14+ $5 | FREE/ w membership Kick off the New Year right and a year of fitness and health will surely follow. Join us at the Tony Aguirre Community Center for […]
NEW LOCATION: Platte Purchase Park, 10400 N Platte Purchase Dr. 64154 Experience the enchantment of Winter Magic, Kansas City’s ultimate family holiday tradition, now celebrating its 5th spectacular year! This […]
NEW LOCATION: Platte Purchase Park, 10400 N Platte Purchase Dr. 64154 Experience the enchantment of Winter Magic, Kansas City’s ultimate family holiday tradition, now celebrating its 5th spectacular year! This […]
NEW LOCATION: Platte Purchase Park, 10400 N Platte Purchase Dr. 64154 Experience the enchantment of Winter Magic, Kansas City’s ultimate family holiday tradition, now celebrating its 5th spectacular year! This […]
View the final design concept for the new park. No formal presentation.
The Parks Department is set to start construction on the new $4.3 million Tony Aguirre Community Center Outdoor Pool. This is a design build project with Dondlinger & Sons Construction […]
Free Learn how animals deal with extreme temperatures from hot to cold - migration, hibernation, enduring, and sometimes having fun. 10:30 a.m. – Turtle (Wilma) and Snake (Brumation) 11:30 a.m. […]
UPDATE: If the walk is cancelled due to weather, the program will still take place at Bruce R. Watkins Cultural Heritage Center beginning at 11 a.m. BEGIN: Martin Luther King […]
Join us in honoring the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. through acts of service and community connection. Let’s come together to make a difference and uplift one another. […]
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 […]
Tuesday, January 28, 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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
Tuesday – Saturday, 10 a.m. - 6 p.m. ADMISSION – FREE Learn about the history of African Americans in flight through this stirring collection of historical and contemporary photographs, first-hand […]
All Ages $6 admission with jersey, $8 regular admission without, $3 skate rental. Come out and skate while supporting your favorite sports team!
A celebration of love and community! Indulge in a delicious brunch, fun activities, and great company at our Sweetheart Brunch. Limited seats available, $10 registration. Sign up online, at Southeast […]
Ages: 51+ $10 Luncheon for Seniors, showing love with their loves ones on VALENTINE’S DAY.
CANCELLED: Saturday CANCELLED: Sunday Monday, 9:30 a.m. Trailside Center, 9901 Holmes Road (one-mile hike on the Indian Creek Trail) The Great Backyard Bird Count is an annual event that engages […]
Free Learn about common Missouri Wildlife babies and how you can help to keep families together. 11 a.m. – Screech Owl (baby bird season) Noon – Raptor Task Force 1 […]
All Ages $8 admission, $3 skate rental fee. 2 for 1 admission for couples. Come out to our annual Sweetheart skate on February 15th and enjoy a romantic skate with […]
Ages: 4 - 13 Free Get on the ice and become a hockey player for the day and experience the great game of ice hockey. Geared towards ages 4-13. Equipment […]
Age: 11 - 14 $10 Honoring Black History Month by playing some fun games of basketball 3 on 3 way. This is a great way for middle school age boys […]
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 […]
Carter Enyeart, former Professor of Cello at the UMKC Conservatory of Music and Dance and UCHS board member, will present a short solo cello recital of two suites by J.S. […]
Ages: 55+ $5 Active Agers 55+ can celebrate Black History Month with us by spending a fun day playing trivia, winning prizes, and enjoying light refreshments.
Tuesday, February 25, 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 […]
Hodge Park is getting 8 new Pickleball courts with additional improvements that include waterline infrastructure reconstruction, restroom installation and sports lighting. The Hodge Park Pickleball courts will be installed in […]
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 […]
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 […]
Everyone is welcome! See the trains up close and peek under the hood Sit in an engine (great photo opp) Tour the Maintenance Shop Learn about the history and volunteer […]
Everyone is welcome! See the trains up close and peek under the hood Sit in an engine (great photo opp) Tour the Maintenance Shop Learn about the history and volunteer […]
This event has been CANCELLED due to the weather forecast. Two existing courts have been replaced with a new post-tension concrete base, ADA accessible entrances, surfacing, nets and re-striped for […]
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, […]
Everyone is welcome! See the trains up close and peek under the hood Sit in an engine (great photo opp) Tour the Maintenance Shop Learn about the history and volunteer […]
Everyone is welcome! See the trains up close and peek under the hood Sit in an engine (great photo opp) Tour the Maintenance Shop Learn about the history and volunteer […]
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. […]
Hosted by Glenn North Special guest presenter: Brandon “Amayzn” Nelson Brandon “Amayzn” Nelson is a spoken word artist known for his impactful, down to earth, high-energy delivery. He has dedicated his talents to reaching […]
Free Learn about where animals live and how they build their houses 11 a.m. – Mole Noon – Architecture, It's Not Just for Humans Speaker 1 p.m. – Eagle. Talk […]
All Ages $8 admission, $6 if wearing Green, no skate rental fee. Bring the whole family and come out for our annual Shamrock Skate. Get $2 off admission if you are […]
We all have different wants and needs, that’s what makes us unique. Sessions consist of open panels of aged adults discussing dating, safe and healthy relationships. Meal provided. Register online or […]
Ages: 18+ Fee: $10/team Register>> Join us for a green filled night of pickleball and fun! Medals for 1st, 2nd and 3rd will be awarded after the completion of a […]
Join Us for insightful and up-front conversations with long-time community activists/advocates as they share their perspectives on life, living and “changing the game” so everyone can “play to win.” Featuring: Darcus […]
Tuesday, March 25, 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 […]
Commemorate the anniversary (March 29, 1973) of US troop withdrawal from Vietnam with the Vietnam Veterans of America and KC Celtic Pipes & Drums at the Vietnam Veterans' Memorial.
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 […]
Ages: 3 - 10 Fee: $3 Kids can dress up as their favorite super hero/villain and run the obstacle course. Prizes for fastest time per age group and best costume […]
Ages: 55+ Fee: $5 Active Agers 55+ can join us for a fun filled afternoon playing bingo and reliving the memories of the golden oldies!
Featuring T.J. Hooker - Taylor & Band ENJOY MUSIC, ART, AND MORE! Artwork courtesy of KC’s African American Artists Collective. Call 816.513.0700 to RSVP or brucewatkinscenter.com
YOU MUST PRE-REGISTER: REGISTER now for this year's River Cleanup. INDIVIDUALS will pick up supplies on the day of the event in a drive thru line at Lakeside Nature Center. Drive Thru Only. No Parking, please do not […]
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 […]
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 […]
A reimagining of Peter Pan as told by Wendy Darling. Wendy gazes out at the night sky dreaming of blue lagoons, magical moons and most of all, stories. And tonight, […]
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, […]
Celebrate Arbor Day in Kansas City with a tree planting in Loose Park (west of the Rose Garden, near Summit St. & 52nd). In case of rain, the ceremony will […]
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