Kids & Family in Kansas City

Discover kids and family events, activities, and things to do for children, toddlers, and parents, including festivals, story times, crafts, outdoor fun, museum programs, and family-friendly community events.

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7am-12pm

Farmers Market

Experience the Shwnee Farmers' Market every Saturday, May through October. The farmers market is in downtown Shawnee in the City Hall parking...

8am-5pm

Hike with a Naturalist

All scheduled hikes are open to the public. There is no fee. Hikes will be cancelled in severe weather – call the center (816-513-8960) for...

9-9:30am

FOTZ Early Days - JUL 18-JUL 19, 2026

Friends of the Zoo (FOTZ) members, beat the heat and join us early at 9:00 am every Saturday and Sunday in June, July, and August! Many of the...

10am-1pm

Creative Lab 4 Kids

Get ready for a fun day where kids can unleash their creativity with cool hands on projects and experiments.

10am-2pm

Bugs Extravaganza

Free Learn cool things about bugs including life cycles. Also find out how to support pollinator species. Visitors can participate in scheduled...

2-4pm

Decorating Dino Eggs

Kids decorate their own dino egg using colorful craft materials. This hands-on, drop-in activity encourages creativity, imagination and a...

6pm

12th Annual Christmas in July

Celebrate 12 years of Christmas in July at Wyandotte County Lake Park with an unforgettable evening of family fun, community spirit, and...

7pm

Lenexa Community Orchestra Concert: July 18

Enjoy music performed by members of the Lenexa Community Orchestra, which is comprised of volunteer musicians in the community. The conductor...

11pm-5am

Overnight Fishing at Shawnee Mission Park

Grab your fishing pole and lantern for another overnight fishing opportunity!