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 […]
(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 […]
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, […]
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!
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
Alison Krauss & Union Station featuring Jerry Douglas with Willie Watson at Starlight Theatre on May 17, 2025.
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. […]
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 […]
South of the Garden Center
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 […]
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: […]
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 […]
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 […]
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, […]
The KC Symphony's Mobile Music Box returns to Westwood Park! Pack a picnic and a lawn chair or blanket.
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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. […]
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, […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 with Kashus Culpepper & Pony Bradshaw at Starlight Theatre on June 20, 2025.
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
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 […]
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 […]
**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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
Kansas City's official celebration of African American Pride and Culture!
"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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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, […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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
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 […]
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: a walk/run fundraiser for Lakeside Nature Center held at Camp Lake of the Woods trails. For more information, call 816-513-8960.
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 […]
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, […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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
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 […]
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 […]
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, […]
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 […]
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, […]
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 […]
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 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
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 […]
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 […]
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, […]
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 […]
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
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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