Events

Events

City Nature Challenge

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

April 26 - 29, 2024 Lakeside Nature Center in Swope Park, 4701 E. Gregory Blvd. Join us for the 2024 The City Nature Challenge (CNC) and be a participant in […]

PUBLIC MEETING: Martin Luther King Jr. Pedestrian Bridge

Mary Williams-Neal Community Center 3801 Emanuel Cleaver II Blvd., Kansas City, MO, United States

Thursday, May 2, 2024 6-7:30 p.m. Mary Williams-Neal Community Center, 3801 Emanuel Cleaver II Blvd. A 30-minute presentation at 6 p.m. followed by an open house and public comment on […]

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 […]

KCNMRR Opens for the Season

Saturday, May 4, 2024 10 a.m.-6 p.m. $1.00 Kansas City Northern Miniature Railroad, 6060 NW Waukomis Dr., KCMO The Kansas City Northern Miniature Train opens for the season! SEASON: May […]

Hike Fox Hollow with a Naturalist

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

Saturday, May 4, 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. […]

Goal For Health: Fiesta, Salud Y Futbol

9th & Van Brunt Athletic Fields 9th & Van Brunt Athletic Fields, 9th and Van Brunt, Kansas City, MO, United States

Saturday, May 4, 2024 11 a.m. – 3 p.m. 9th & Van Brunt Athletic Fields Park, 901 Van Brunt Blvd., KCMO FREE soccer clinic and health fair.  Activities includes Free […]

Summer Camp Open House

Mary Williams-Neal Community Center 3801 Emanuel Cleaver II Blvd., Kansas City, MO, United States

Saturday, May4, 2024 12:30-2:30 p.m. Mary Williams-Neal Community Center Get a taste of what KC Parks Summer Day Camps are all about at our Open House!  Kids will get the […]

May the 4TH Be with You Skate

Line Creek Community Center 5940 N.W. Waukomis Drive, Kansas City, MO, United States

Saturday, May 4, 2024 2 - 3:30 p.m. Line Creek Community Center, 5940 N.W. Waukomis Drive, Kansas City, MO 64151 Age: All $6 admission with costume, or $8 without, $3 […]

ReMake Learning Days

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

Sunday, May 5, 2024 Noon – 2 p.m. Lakeside Nature Center in Swope Park, 4701 E. Gregory Blvd. Come join us for a fun afternoon of exploring some of our […]

“First Sundays” Free Concerts

Theis Park 4701 Oak St., Kansas City, Missouri

Sunday, May 5, 2024 (RAIN DATE: May 12) 1-4 p.m. Theis Park, 47th & Oak (across from the Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art) The return of "First Sundays" free concerts in […]

Mobile Music Box Concert

Indian Mound 501 N Belmont Blvd, Kansas City, MO, United States

Tuesday, May 7, 2024 6 p.m. Indian Mound, 501 N Belmont Blvd. 64123 The Kansas City Symphony’s Mobile Music Box returns to Indian Mound Park. Hear Minhye, James, Jen and […]

KC Parks Board Meeting

Kansas City Parks and Recreation Administration Building 4600 E. 63rd St., Kansas City, MO, United States

Tuesday, May 14, 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 […]

Celebrating Urban Birds

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

Saturday, May 18, 2024 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. Lakeside Nature Center in Swope Park, 4701 E. Gregory Blvd. Free Visitors participate in scheduled hike. Inside the center, info tables […]

Truck & Train Day

Saturday, May 18, 2024 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Train runs until 6 p.m. Kansas City Northern Miniature Railroad, 6060 NW Waukomis Dr., KCMO Some cool trucks will be on-site from 10 […]

Kids to Parks Day: Hike Fox Hollow with a Naturalist

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

Saturday, May 18, 2024 10:30 a.m. – Habitats Lakeside Nature Center in Swope Park, 4701 E. Gregory Blvd. Celebrate Kids to Parks Day with a hike in Swope Park! The […]

The Cher Show

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

May 28 - June 2, 2024 8 p.m. Starlight Theatre in Swope Park Superstars come and go. Cher is forever. For six straight decades, only one unstoppable force has flat-out […]

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 […]

Fox Hollow Fest – Celebrating Trees and Trails

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

Sunday, June 2, 2024 11 a.m. – 3 p.m. Lakeside Nature Center in Swope Park, 4701 E. Gregory Blvd. Free In celebration of National Trails Day (June1), Fox Hollow Fest […]

“First Sundays” Free Concerts

Theis Park 4701 Oak St., Kansas City, Missouri

Sunday, June 3, 2024 (RAIN DATE: June 9) 1-4 p.m. Theis Park, 47th & Oak (across from the Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art) The return of "First Sundays" free concerts in […]

Splish Splash Out of School Bash

Mary Williams-Neal Community Center 3801 Emanuel Cleaver II Blvd., Kansas City, MO, United States

Friday, June 7, 2024 6 – 9 p.m. Mary Williams-Neal Community Center, 3801 Emanuel Cleaver II Blvd., Kansas City, MO 64130 Age: 13 - 17 $10 per person School has […]

KC Parks Board Meeting

Kansas City Parks and Recreation Administration Building 4600 E. 63rd St., Kansas City, MO, United States

Tuesday, June 11, 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 […]

Observance of National Flag Day

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

Friday, June 14, 2024 9:30 a.m. Patriotic Music 10  a.m. Ceremony Missouri Korean War Veterans Memorial in Washington Square Park, Pershing & Main Streets In observance of National Flag Day, bring your […]

Stomp

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

June 14 - 16, 2024 8 p.m. Starlight Theatre in Swope Park Stomp, the international percussion sensation, has garnered armfuls of awards and rave reviews and has appeared on numerous […]

Hike Fox Hollow with a Naturalist

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

Saturday, June 15, 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. […]

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 […]

Garment District Grooves: June

Garment District Place 8th & Bank Street, 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 […]

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 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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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. […]

“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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

Niall Horan Live on Tour

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

July 16, 2024 7:30 p.m. Starlight Theatre in Swope Park Niall Horan at Starlight Theatre.  

Garment District Grooves: July

Garment District Place 8th & Bank Street, Kansas City, MO, United States

Wednesday, July 17 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 […]

Train with Yacht Rock Revue

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

July 17, 2024 8 p.m. Starlight Theatre in Swope Park Get swept away on a sonic adventure as Train, the chart-topping and genre-blending sensation, delivers a powerhouse performance that transcends […]

Lindsey Stirling with Walk Off The Earth and Audriix

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

July 19, 2024 7 p.m. Starlight Theatre in Swope Park Lindsey Stirling, the electrifying violinist and dancer, captivates audiences with her unique blend of classical music and modern dance. Known […]

1876 Centennial Event

Shoal Creek Living History Museum 7000 Northeast Barry Road,, Kansas City, MO, United States

July 20, 2024 Saturday, 10 a.m. - 1 p.m. Shoal Creek Living History Museum, 7000 NE Berry, Rd., KCMO $6 per person, 3 and under FREE Tour of the Thornton […]

Bugs Extravaganza

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

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 […]

Hike Fox Hollow with a Naturalist

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

Saturday, July 20, 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. […]

KIDZ BOP

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

July 20, 2024 7 p.m. Starlight Theatre in Swope Park Make memories that will last a lifetime, and sing and dance along as the KIDZ BOP Kids - Aleah, JJ, […]

Jason Mraz & The Superband

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

July 21, 2024 7:30 p.m. Starlight Theatre in Swope Park Jason Mraz comes to Starlight during the second leg of “The Mystical Magical Rhythmical Radical Ride” tour supporting his 8th […]

Vampire Weekend with Ra Ra Riot

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

July 22, 2024 7 p.m. Starlight Theatre in Swope Park Vampire Weekend effortlessly blends indie rock with influences from around the globe. With infectious beats and thought-provoking lyrics, their music transcends boundaries […]

KC Parks Board Meeting

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

Tuesday, July 23, 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 […]

Shrek the Musical

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

July 26 – 28, 2024 8 p.m. Starlight Theatre in Swope Park Shrek The Musical is the tale of an unlikely hero who finds himself on a life-changing journey alongside a […]

Celebrate AMERI’KANA 2024

The Concourse Park 200 Benton Blvd, Kansas city, MO, United States

Saturday, July 27, 2024 1-8 p.m. The Concourse Park, 200 Benton Blvd. Celebrate AMERI'KANA Music & Arts Festival is Kansas City's most vibrant and festive day of music, bringing together […]

Melissa Etheridge & Jewel

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

July 31, 2024 7:30 p.m. Starlight Theatre in Swope Park Experience powerful performances as two iconic singer-songwriters, Melissa Etheridge and Jewel, join forces for an unforgettable concert experience.

Kevin Hart: Acting My Age Tour 

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

August 2, 2024 8 p.m. Starlight Theatre in Swope Park Kevin Hart brings unparalleled energy and laughter to every stage he graces. With his infectious charm and quick wit, he […]

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 […]

Hike Fox Hollow with a Naturalist

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

Saturday, 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. […]

Cody Jinks: Change The Game Tour

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

August 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 […]

“First Sundays” Free Concerts

Theis Park 4701 Oak St., Kansas City, Missouri

Sunday, 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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 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 […]

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 […]

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. […]

Arbor Villa Park Aquatics Feature Public Meeting

HJ’s Youth and Community Center 6425 Wornall Rd, Kansas City, MO, United States

On 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 […]

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 […]

Garment District Grooves: August

Garment District Place 8th & Bank Street, 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 […]

Music Bingo

Kansas City North Community Center 3930 N.E. Antioch Road, Kansas City, MO, United States

Join 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>>

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 […]

Bruce R. Watkins Connector Community Park Open House

Mary Williams-Neal Community Center 3801 Emanuel Cleaver II Blvd., Kansas City, MO, United States

A public engagement and design workshops on the Bruce R. Watkins Connector Community Park project.  The project is federally funded, in part, by the efforts of Rep. Emanuel Cleaver II […]

Event Series Spoken Word Poetry Live!

Spoken Word Poetry Live!

Bruce R. Watkins Cultural Heritage Center 3700 Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Blvd., Kansas City, MO, United States

Hosted by Glenn North LISTEN, JOIN-IN, ENJOY, ART AND MORE!  Artwork courtesy of KC’s African American Artists Collective.  Call 816-513-0700 to RSVP.  

Gold Fountain for Childhood Cancer Awareness

Mill Creek Park W 47th & Mill Creek Pkwy., Kansas City, MO, United States

Friday, August 30-Monday, September 2, 2024 Fountain in Mill Creek Park The fountain will be dyed gold in recognition of Childhood Cancer Awareness Month. Supporters will be joined by many families […]

“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 […]

KC Chief’s Red Wednesday Pep Rally

Mill Creek Park W 47th & Mill Creek Pkwy., Kansas City, MO, United States

Pep Rally featuring KC Wolf, Chiefs Cheer and the Rumble Mill Creek Park, 47th & Mill Creek Parkway In celebration of the season opener for our back-to-back Super Bowl Champions, […]

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