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!

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