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,…
Festival of Butterflies invites nature enthusiasts of all ages to celebrate the Midwest’s most whimsical pollinator at Powell Gardens. Spend a day outdoors exploring tropical and native butterflies alongside stunning botanic displays. This festival is a Kansas City family-favorite!
The world-famous Willy Wonka is opening his marvelous and mysterious chocolate factory… but only to a lucky few! When Charlie Bucket and the others find their golden tickets, their boring lives explode with color and confections beyond their wildest dreams. Join Charlie, Violet, Augustus, Veruca, and Mike Teavee as they embark on a mesmerizing joyride…
The Platte County Fair is a privately held, not-for-profit organization. It consists of 100 stockholders including 15 board members with 5 officers that are elected annually by the stockholders, all of whom are non-paid volunteers. The fair has been an annual event in our community since the first fair in 1863. It is recorded as…
Brace yourselves for the ultimate showdown at the Demolition Derby! Watch as cars crash and smash in an epic battle for glory! Starts at 7:00pm both nights Thursday and Friday July 25th-26th.
Shrek the Musical at Starlight Theatre July 26th through July 28th at 8:00 PM. Your favorite ogre and his sidekick are back in the hilarious stage spectacle based on the Oscar®-winning, smash hit DreamWorks animated film.
Dragonflies are one of nature's most successful hunters with a 98% chance of catching their prey. Â How do you compare? Bring your favorite net, though we can provide some too. Â Join us to catch dragonflies around Lake Lorraine, work to identify and track what we catch, and learn about the amazing dragonflies in our area.…
