Fortopia, a playful outdoor exhibition comprised of awe-inspiring forts, invites explorers of all ages to uncover Powell Gardens. This vibrant addition to summer in Kansas City encourages outdoor discovery and taps into the nostalgia of childhood fort building. After opening a public request for proposals, eight forts were selected for the exhibition. Designed to inspire…
Disney has curated special behind-the-scenes glimpses into the creation of the most popular characters, films, shows, and attractions – from Disneyland to Walt Disney World and beyond. The ten magnificent and imaginatively themed galleries, with moving stories, unique interactive installations, and exciting background information, will take visitors on a journey through 100 years of The…
Showplace, Crown Center Shops, Level 1. Step into Daniel Tiger’s Neighborhood – where Daniel and his friends help young children navigate their world, and parents guide their journey. Play, sing, explore, and pretend in some favorite and familiar places from the Neighborhood. Try a fun activity, share a memory, and create grr-ific new ones on…
Learn how English ceramic artists from the medieval through the 19th century were inspired by Chinese ceramicists and the new methods they chose to create art. Compare functional versus ornamental vessels. Explore the gallery to see the surprising outcome of their work with the help of Museum Guide Volunteers. This is a Weekly Recurring Event,…
America’s largest interactive comedy murder mystery dinner theatre show is now playing! Solve a hilarious mystery while you feast on a fantastic dinner. Just beware! The culprit is hiding in plain sight somewhere in the room, and you may find yourself as a Prime Suspect before you know it! Join us for an event that…
NEWSIES is a high energy, highly entertaining Broadway musical from the composer of ALADDIN, THE LITTLE MERMAID and BEAUTY AND THE BEAST. It’s this summer’s hit musical that’s perfect for grandparents, parents, tweens & teens. Check website for tickets and show times.
This Independence festival commemorates the origin of the Santa Fe, California and Oregon trails during westward expansion. Browse more than 500 artisan, craft, food and commercial vendor booths, as well as a carnival, a 5K and more. Friday, August 30th - 12:00 pm-11:00 pm Saturday, August 31st - 10:00 am-11:00 pm Sunday, September 1st -…
Dedicated to promoting the culture, music, character and history of Ireland and of the Irish people who call Kansas City home. Kansas City Irish Fest offers attendees the chance to see some of the top Irish entertainment in the world. But there’s so much more to do here beyond listening to music! After all, we’re…
Kansas City Chalk and Walk Festival will conduct an annual two-day event, which will showcase hundreds of professional, student and amateur artists who will create lively and powerful chalk “paintings” on sponsored street canvases of the Historic City Market in Kansas City, Missouri. Sections of the Kansas City Chalk and Walk event site will be…
The farm is open to the public from Memorial Day weekend through November. During the fall, the farm comes alive as we celebrate the harvest. Weekends starting Labor Day means Fall Festival. Bring your family to pick delicious apples, take a hayride to the pumpkin patch and pick the perfect pumpkin, visit the animals, shop…
Step back in time at the Kansas City Renaissance Festival, a medieval-themed village home to jousting knights, thrill-seeking acrobats and beautiful maidens. The Kansas City Renaissance Festival began its journey in September of 1977 as a benefit for the Kansas City Art Institute. Since then, the Kansas City Renaissance Festival has grown to be one…
Act Like a Sponge! at The Kansas City Zoo run August 1st-30th and September 1st-14th from 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM. It is free with Zoo admission. Ahoy, Mateys! Your family can dive into a fun learning adventure with SpongeBob SquarePants from August 1st through September 15th as The Kansas City Zoo and Aquarium hosts…
