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…
Fall Studio Classes at The Nelson for ages 3-15 every Saturday starting September 21st and runs through November 2nd. Groups include Start in Art (ages 3-5), Opposites Attract! (ages 6–7), Printmaking Adventures (ages 8–10), Manga, Comics, and Zines (ages 10-12), Maker Studio: Prints and Manga (ages 13–15). Check The Nelson website for times, tickets, and…
Adult Studio Classes at The Nelson every Saturday. Topics included Reduction Prints, Figures from History, The Art of Gelli Plate Prints, Everyday Objects: Watercolor, Gallery Sketch Class, and Make Waves. Check The Nelson website for times, tickets, and more information.
Explore the sights and sounds of the harvest season at this two-day festival. Historic interpreters, artisans, musicians, and crafters will bring to life the hard work and celebration that took place as the crops came in. Hitch a ride on a wagon, play 19th century games, and make memories to last a lifetime! Saturday, October…
Join us for the 36th Annual Applefest, kicking off with a parade down Main St. at 10am on Saturday. Crafts & Artisans, Food & Drinks, Kids Games, Apple Dumplings, Entertainment and outdoor fun!
Ah, the smell of pumpkin spice is in the air & football returns! Plan to hit up the 3rd annual Fall Fest. They’ll have everything from a pumpkin decorating and fall-themed cocktails to bounce houses, kids activities, live music, yard games, community partners & tenant special offers, giveaways and a pop-up shopping event! GAMES, FOOD…
October 18-19 & 25-26 | 5:30pm - 9pm Explore the Farmstead after dark...if you dare! Dress up in your favorite costume for a night of spooktacular fun. Activities Include: Scary and non-scary hayrides Stone Lion Puppet Theater Pirate ship races Spooky experiments with Mad Science Superhero Obstacle Course Dance with a princess in the Pavilion…
Get into the fall spirit with Parks and Recreation at our Pumpkin Painting Event! Bring the family out for an afternoon of creativity, fun, and festive vibes. We’ll provide the pumpkins, paint, and all the supplies you need to make your masterpiece. Just bring your imagination!
October 18-19 & 25-26 | 5:30pm - 9pm Explore the Farmstead after dark...if you dare! Dress up in your favorite costume for a night of spooktacular fun. Activities Include: Scary and non-scary hayrides Stone Lion Puppet Theater Pirate ship races Spooky experiments with Mad Science Superhero Obstacle Course Dance with a princess in the Pavilion…
Join for an after-hours night of not-so-spooky family fun! Fight off the aliens in NatureScape, brave the spiders in On the Move, experiment with candy science in the Design Lab, and more ghoulish activities! Don’t forget to wear your best costume for a chance to win our Family Costume Contest! Refreshments and beverages, as well…
