Family Play is every Thursday from 4:00 - 8:00 PM. Kids ages 10 - 18 play for the price of their age! *With purchase of an adult ticket.

Enjoy a little friendly competition among your circle at Barkley Square! Challenge each other to a game of giant Jenga, Connect 4, or one of multiple cornhole/bag games. Sing along to live pop/rock music from KC’s best solo performers as you play, or just lounge with a beverage on an Adirondack chair. As you build…

Parents! You and your kids can join at the zoo with DORA! Families can embark on a thrilling scavenger hunt, using their maps to discover fascinating animal facts hidden throughout the zoo. It’s a fun-filled journey of learning and discovery, perfect for DORA fans and animal lovers alike! You and your kids can visit the…

Local children's book authors will read their books and the children will do an activity connected to the book. Bring a lawn chair or a blanket and gather with us on the patio of the Loose Park Garden Center (no pets, please).  

Under the Sea bounce house adventure brings three bounce houses, mermaid friends, and great music to the Square! Park Place will have a new Bubbly Bounce House, and two more bounce houses – one for the lil’ ones (ages 5 & under) and one for the bigger kids (ages 6+) to ensure safe fun for…

This community-favorite creative event showcases the artistic talents of current Hallmark employees and retirees. Come see what they create outside of their 9-to-5 jobs at Hallmark. This FREE, family-friendly event offers the opportunity to interact with artists from Hallmark’s creative community and to purchase their artwork. The event features live music performances, local food and…

14 Years ago, The Swing was first Sprung during the summer of 2011. It wasn't until 2014 that a fall event started so while the Swing has been around for 14 years, this is the 10th year for the fall event! They are so excited to return to their roots at the historic Alexander Majors…

Fun Spot | Lobby Level, Bloch Building | 1–4 p.m. Jump into the world of English ceramics by designing your own custom plate. Gallery Activity | Gallery 112, Nelson-Atkins Building | 1–4 p.m. Learn how English ceramic artists from the medieval through the 19th century were inspired by Chinese ceramicists and the new methods they…

Get ready for a magical night under the stars. Grab your comfiest blanket and head to the lawn for an enchanting evening of free outdoor fun and a movie on the big outdoor screen. Come early and join in the pre-movie activities – games, laughter and good times await. Disney's "Frozen" will begin once the…

Join for the special free movie series, Movies in the Square. Bring friends and family and watch your favorites on a state-of-the-art large (20’x21’) outdoor screen! Movies are shown on most Saturdays in July and September, with a finale in October. All begin at Dusk (approx. 8:30pm in July; 7:15pm in Sept/Oct). Limited seating available…

Fun Spot | Lobby Level, Bloch Building | 1–4 p.m. Jump into the world of English ceramics by designing your own custom plate. Gallery Activity | Gallery 112, Nelson-Atkins Building | 1–4 p.m. Learn how English ceramic artists from the medieval through the 19th century were inspired by Chinese ceramicists and the new methods they…