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,…
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…
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…
Dancefestopia music festival in Lacygne, Kansas September 2nd through September 8th. Nestled in rolling hills, surrounded by thousands of acres of forest and pristine lake water, Dancefestopia has become one of the largest camping and music festivals in the nation, featuring some of the most prominent DJs in the world. Escape to the magical Emerald…
The festival, which has a different theme each year, draws thousands of spectators annually. Highlights of the week include the queen contest, three parades and a variety of exhibits, bake sales and contests for children and adults. Midland Empire Shows provides entertaining rides such as a carousel, Ferris wheel and giant slide. Concordia’s heritage is…
Discover exceptional storytelling, new releases, documentaries, restored classics, foreign and art films at Tivoli. Curated by Jerry Harrington, the Nelson-Atkins is honored to be the home of the beloved theater. John Singer Sargent: Fashion & Swagger | Thursday, Sept. 5 @ 7 p.m. | Saturday, Sept. 7 @ 2 p.m. |
The 44th Art Westport event is happening September 6-8, 2024! The 44-year event is the largest visual art show that exclusively showcases juried, high-quality Kansas City-regional artists’ work and annually attracts more than 30,000 visitors. Art Westport Hours Friday, September 6, from 3 pm-9 pm Saturday, September 7, from 10 am-9 pm Sunday, September 8,…
The 2024 Kansas State Fair will be held on September 6-15, 2024! Kansas' largest ten-day event showcasing Kansas agriculture, industry, and commerce, with a wide variety of entertainment and exhibits.
