Homeschool & family fun around Kansas City

Homeschool classes, free museums, library perks and family events on both sides of the state line, from Midtown and Independence to Overland Park and the Northland, each checked with the venue, park, library or official source.

53current listings

37with upcoming dates

35free or no fee listed

28good for little kids (2–4)

Jump to: Homeschool days & classes · Free outings · Family & holiday events through Jan 15, 2027 · Library perks · Halloween events · Trick-or-treating · Calendar · Homeschool groups & resources

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Tap a date to see that day's events. Only listings with set dates appear here; places you can visit any open day are listed further down.

Resources

Library perks

Library perks for Kansas City-area cardholders, checked on each library's or county's own site on Oct 23, 2026.

Free Johnson County Museum passes with a Johnson County Library cardEach of the library's 14 locations gets five one-person passes to the Johnson County Museum every Monday. Leftover passes roll over to the next week. Official page
MCPL Museum Pass: Truman Library & Museum and WonderscopeCheck out a museum pass for up to a week. Each Harry S. Truman Library & Museum pass covers four general admissions; Wonderscope Children's Museum passes are also available. Official page
📚 Little Free Libraries near youFree book-sharing boxes in neighborhoods — take a book, leave a book. Open the map

Getting a card: Library cards are free from your home library system (Kansas City Public Library, Mid-Continent Public Library or Johnson County Library). Each perk below says which card it needs.

Full details, rules and sources (2 passes)

Free Johnson County Museum passes with a Johnson County Library card

Johnson County Library · Overland Park (All 14 locations)

LibraryFree (per source)Ongoing / by arrangement

Each of the library's 14 locations gets five one-person passes to the Johnson County Museum every Monday. Leftover passes roll over to the next week.

When: Pick up at any branch while supplies last; use by Apr 30, 2027
Time: Not listed on source
Price: Free with a library card
Ages: All ages
Booking: Ask at the Questions Desk. You may get more than one pass, depending on the branch's supply.
Proof of homeschool: Johnson County Library card or card number

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Johnson County, KS: Library cardholders qualify for free passes to museum

Last checked 2026-10-23.

MCPL Museum Pass: Truman Library & Museum and Wonderscope

Mid-Continent Public Library · Independence (All branches)

LibraryFree (per source)Ongoing / by arrangement

Check out a museum pass for up to a week. Each Harry S. Truman Library & Museum pass covers four general admissions; Wonderscope Children's Museum passes are also available.

When: One-week checkout
Time: Not listed on source
Price: Free with a library card
Ages: All ages
Booking: Passes can't be renewed; return them to any branch within seven days.
Proof of homeschool: MCPL card; cardholder must be 18+

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Mid-Continent Public Library: MCPL Museum Pass

Last checked 2026-10-23.

Local homeschool resources & groups

Families for Home Education (Missouri). Statewide Missouri homeschool organization: the law, getting started and legislative updates. Last checked Fri, Oct 23, 2026.
Missouri homeschool laws (HSLDA). HSLDA's summary of Missouri homeschool law, including record-keeping and required hours. Last checked Fri, Oct 23, 2026.
Kansas homeschool laws (HSLDA). For Kansas-side families: HSLDA's summary of how homeschools register as non-accredited private schools. Last checked Fri, Oct 23, 2026.

Check before you go. We copy details from each venue's own page and show when we last checked. Where a page doesn't say something, we write "Not listed on source" instead of guessing. Dates sell out and programs change, so confirm with the venue.

The Good for little kids (2–4) marker means the venue's own page lists something for toddlers or preschoolers, such as a toddler storytime or free entry for the youngest kids. It's our planning note, not the venue's.

Coming up (next date for each)

Sat, Oct 24: Halloween Boo Bash with trick-or-treating at Plaza Library, Plaza Branch, Kansas City Public Library (Kansas City). Free
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Sat, Oct 24: Honoring Día de los Muertos, Central Resource Library, Johnson County Library (Overland Park). Free
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Sat, Oct 24: Trick-or-Treat Weekend at Carolyn's Pumpkin Patch, Carolyn's Pumpkin Patch (Kansas City). Included with patch admission (price not listed)
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Sat, Oct 24: Truck or Treat in Lenexa, City of Lenexa Municipal Services Service Center (Lenexa). Free
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Sat, Oct 24: Trunk or Treat with Overland Park Police, Overland Park Police Department (Myron Scafe Building) (Overland Park). Free
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Mon, Oct 26: Halloween Storytime at Waldo Library, Waldo Branch, Kansas City Public Library (Kansas City). Free
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Mon, Oct 26: Home Sweet Haunted Home Collage, Trails West Branch, Kansas City Public Library (Independence). Free
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Wed, Oct 28: Teen Movie Night: Little Shop of Horrors (For teens 13+), Waldo Branch, Kansas City Public Library (Kansas City). Free
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Thu, Oct 29: Bitty Boo Bash (ages 0–5) at Central Library, Central Library, Kansas City Public Library (Kansas City). Free
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Thu, Oct 29: Boo Bash at North-East Library, North-East Branch, Kansas City Public Library (Kansas City). Free
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Thu, Oct 29: Book or Treat at Southeast Library, Southeast Branch, Kansas City Public Library (Kansas City). Free
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Thu, Oct 29: Spooky Cottages for Teens (For teens 13+), Johnson County Library (Merriam Plaza and Leawood Pioneer) (Merriam). Free
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Thu, Oct 29: Trunk-or-Treat with Independence Police, Uptown Market (City of Independence) (Independence). Free
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Fri, Oct 30: Boo Bash at Bluford Library, Lucile H. Bluford Branch, Kansas City Public Library (Kansas City). Free
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Sat, Oct 31: Forest Play Date, Burr Oak Woods Conservation Nature Center (Missouri Department of Conservation) (Blue Springs). No fee listed
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Sat, Oct 31: Track or Trees: print your own trick-or-treat bag, Anita B. Gorman Conservation Discovery Center (Missouri Department of Conservation) (Kansas City). No fee listed
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Mon, Nov 2 opens: Ernie Miller Nature Center homeschool programs (through Fri, Jan 15), Ernie Miller Park & Nature Center (Johnson County Park & Recreation) (Olathe). Not listed on source
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Tue, Nov 3: Free Admission Day + Discovery Day crafts at the Overland Park Arboretum, Overland Park Arboretum & Botanical Gardens (Overland Park). Free
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Fri, Nov 6: Beginner Bird Walk at the Discovery Center, Anita B. Gorman Conservation Discovery Center (Missouri Department of Conservation) (Kansas City). No fee listed
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Fri, Nov 6: Centennial Veterans Day Weekend at the National WWI Museum and Memorial, National WWI Museum and Memorial (Kansas City). Activities and ceremony free; museum half price
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Fri, Nov 6: Homeschool Hangout: Junior Paleontologists, Trails West Branch, Kansas City Public Library (Independence). Free
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Fri, Nov 6: Mystery Novel Escape Room (For teens 13+), Johnson County Library (Leawood Pioneer and Lenexa City Center) (Leawood). Free
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Sat, Nov 7: Primitive Skills Stations for families, Burr Oak Woods Conservation Nature Center (Missouri Department of Conservation) (Blue Springs). No fee listed
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Sat, Nov 7: SSSSnakes: meet a naturalist (and maybe a snake), Anita B. Gorman Conservation Discovery Center (Missouri Department of Conservation) (Kansas City). No fee listed
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Tue, Nov 10 opens: The Pigeon holiday show at The Coterie (through Thu, Dec 31), The Coterie Theatre (Kansas City). Not listed on source
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Thu, Nov 19: Festival of Lights at Powell Gardens, Powell Gardens, Kansas City's Botanical Garden (Kingsville). Not listed on source
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Thu, Nov 19: Little Acorns: Talkin' Turkey, Burr Oak Woods Conservation Nature Center (Missouri Department of Conservation) (Blue Springs). No fee listed
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Fri, Nov 20 opens: Holiday Reflections at Union Station (through Mon, Jan 4), Union Station Kansas City (Kansas City). $9–$12 depending on the day; free for 12 months and younger
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Fri, Nov 20: Homeschool Hangout: Castle Building 101, Trails West Branch, Kansas City Public Library (Independence). Free
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Wed, Nov 25 opens: Christmas in the Park at Longview Lake (free drive-thru lights) (through Thu, Dec 31), Jackson County Parks + Rec (Lee's Summit). Free (donations welcome)
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Wed, Nov 25: Johnson County Museum Free Day, Johnson County Museum (Arts & Heritage Center) (Overland Park). Free
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Fri, Nov 27: Luminary Walk at the Overland Park Arboretum, Overland Park Arboretum & Botanical Gardens (Overland Park). $17 traditional nights; $12 Electric Glow; 5 and under free
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Fri, Nov 27: Mayor's Christmas Tree Lighting at Crown Center, Crown Center Square (Kansas City). Free
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Sat, Nov 28: The Nutcracker (Kansas City Ballet), Kauffman Center for the Performing Arts (Kansas City). $39–$154
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Sat, Nov 28: Traditional Nature Crafts, Burr Oak Woods Conservation Nature Center (Missouri Department of Conservation) (Blue Springs). No fee listed
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Wed, Dec 2: Homeschool Winter Art Adventures, Johnson County Arts & Heritage Center (Johnson County Park & Recreation) (Overland Park). Not listed on source
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Thu, Dec 3: Graham Cracker Cottages for Teens (For teens 13+), Central Resource Library, Johnson County Library (Overland Park). Free
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Thu, Dec 3: Homeschool Making: Holiday Lights, Johnson County Arts & Heritage Center (Johnson County Park & Recreation) (Overland Park). Not listed on source
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Fri, Dec 11: Graham Cracker Cottages (family gingerbread-style houses), Johnson County Library (De Soto, Lenexa City Center, Monticello, Leawood Pioneer) (Lenexa). Free
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Sat, Dec 19: Holiday Crafts and Mulled Cider, Burr Oak Woods Conservation Nature Center (Missouri Department of Conservation) (Blue Springs). No fee listed
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Wed, Jan 13: Homeschool Art Adventures (11-week art classes), Johnson County Arts & Heritage Center (Johnson County Park & Recreation) (Overland Park). Not listed on source
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Halloween events (13 listings)

Carnivals, festivals, corn mazes & spooky outings

Halloween and fall events around Kansas City, checked on the farm's, theater's, conservation department's or library's page on Oct 23, 2026. Haunted attractions are left out. Look for the Good for little kids (2–4) marker for early, toddler-friendly options.

Electric Poe at Union Cemetery (The Coterie Theatre)

The Coterie Theatre at Union Cemetery · Kansas City (Union Hill · Kansas City, MO: Downtown, Midtown, the Plaza & South KC)

Arts & theaterPaidOpen now · through Sun, Nov 1Kansas City, MO: Downtown, Midtown, the Plaza & South KC

For the spooky season, The Coterie performs Electric Poe outdoors at sunset in front of the 1857 Holding Vault in Kansas City's oldest public cemetery.

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When: Through Sun Nov 1, 2026
Time: Sunset performances
Price: Not listed on source
Ages: Ages 10+
Booking: Not listed on source

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The Coterie: 2026/2027 Season

Last checked 2026-10-23.

Fall Fest at Carolyn's Pumpkin Patch

Carolyn's Pumpkin Patch · Kansas City (Northland · Northland & Clay County)

FarmPaidOpen now · through Sat, Oct 31Good for little kids (2–4)Northland & Clay County

Dozens of attractions, wagon rides to pick your pumpkin, farm animals and fall treats. Open on Halloween until 4 p.m. sharp.

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When: Through Sat Oct 31, 2026
Time: Oct 31: closes at 4 p.m.
Price: Not listed on source
Ages: All ages
Booking: Not listed on source

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Louisburg Cider Mill Family Farm: corn maze & pumpkin patch

Louisburg Cider Mill · Louisburg (Louisburg (south of Johnson County) · Johnson County, KS: Overland Park, Olathe, Lenexa & Leawood)

FarmPaidOpen now · through Sun, Nov 1Good for little kids (2–4)Johnson County, KS: Overland Park, Olathe, Lenexa & Leawood

A 10-acre corn maze, pumpkin patch and farm activities included in admission. Pumpkins are sold separately; the jump pillow is $2 extra.

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When: Daily through Sun Nov 1, 2026
Time: Not listed on source
Price: $15.99 Mon–Thu; $18.99 Fri–Sun; 2 and under free
Ages: All ages
Booking: Not listed on source

⚠️ Parking is free, and no ticket is needed for the Country Store.

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Louisburg Cider Mill: Corn Maze & Pumpkin Patch

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Pumpkin Season at Faulkner's Ranch

Faulkner's Ranch · Kansas City (South Kansas City · Kansas City, MO: Downtown, Midtown, the Plaza & South KC)

FarmPaidOpen now · through Sat, Oct 31Good for little kids (2–4)Kansas City, MO: Downtown, Midtown, the Plaza & South KC

The ranch's pumpkin season wraps up on Halloween, with a special schedule that day.

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When: Through Sat Oct 31, 2026
Time: Not listed on source
Price: Admission from $26.95 (bundles from $40.95)
Ages: All ages
Booking: Buy tickets online.

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Faulkner's Ranch: 2026 Pumpkin Season

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Honoring Día de los Muertos

Central Resource Library, Johnson County Library · Overland Park

LibraryFree (per source)Next: Sat, Oct 24Johnson County, KS: Overland Park, Olathe, Lenexa & Leawood

Learn the signs and symbols of the Mexican Day of the Dead tradition and how to prepare for the celebration, then leave with a take-home activity that honors loved ones.

Upcoming dates: Sat, Oct 24, 2026

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When: Sat Oct 24, 2026
Time: 2–4 p.m.
Price: Free
Ages: Not listed on source
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Home Sweet Haunted Home Collage

Trails West Branch, Kansas City Public Library · Independence (Trails West · Eastern Jackson County: Independence, Blue Springs & Lee's Summit)

LibraryFree (per source)Next: Mon, Oct 26Eastern Jackson County: Independence, Blue Springs & Lee's Summit

A hands-on art program where kids design and build their own spooky house from paper, patterns and shapes.

Upcoming dates: Mon, Oct 26, 2026

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When: Mon Oct 26, 2026
Time: 2–3 p.m.
Price: Free
Ages: Ages 6+
Booking: Not listed on source

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Halloween Storytime at Waldo Library

Waldo Branch, Kansas City Public Library · Kansas City (Waldo · Kansas City, MO: Downtown, Midtown, the Plaza & South KC)

LibraryFree (per source)Next: Mon, Oct 26Good for little kids (2–4)Kansas City, MO: Downtown, Midtown, the Plaza & South KC

Halloween stories and crafts. Kids may wear costumes.

Upcoming dates: Mon, Oct 26, 2026

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When: Mon Oct 26, 2026
Time: 6:30–7:30 p.m.
Price: Free
Ages: Kids
Booking: Not listed on source

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Last checked 2026-10-23.

Teen Movie Night: Little Shop of Horrors (For teens 13+)

Waldo Branch, Kansas City Public Library · Kansas City (Waldo · Kansas City, MO: Downtown, Midtown, the Plaza & South KC)

LibraryFree (per source)Next: Wed, Oct 28Kansas City, MO: Downtown, Midtown, the Plaza & South KC

For teens (13+). A screening of Little Shop of Horrors with movie-themed bingo, prizes, snacks and drinks. Costumes encouraged.

Upcoming dates: Wed, Oct 28, 2026

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When: Wed Oct 28, 2026
Time: 5:30–7 p.m.
Price: Free
Ages: For teens (13+)
Booking: Not listed on source

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Last checked 2026-10-23.

Boo Bash at North-East Library

North-East Branch, Kansas City Public Library · Kansas City (Northeast · Kansas City, MO: Downtown, Midtown, the Plaza & South KC)

LibraryFree (per source)Next: Thu, Oct 29Good for little kids (2–4)Kansas City, MO: Downtown, Midtown, the Plaza & South KC

A family Halloween celebration with crafts, candy and community.

Upcoming dates: Thu, Oct 29, 2026

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When: Thu Oct 29, 2026
Time: 4–6 p.m.
Price: Free
Ages: Families
Booking: Not listed on source

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Last checked 2026-10-23.

Book or Treat at Southeast Library

Southeast Branch, Kansas City Public Library · Kansas City (Southeast · Kansas City, MO: Downtown, Midtown, the Plaza & South KC)

LibraryFree (per source)Next: Thu, Oct 29Good for little kids (2–4)Kansas City, MO: Downtown, Midtown, the Plaza & South KC

An afternoon of crafts, games and candy for all ages, with teal-pumpkin painting by FARE (Food Allergy Research & Education).

Upcoming dates: Thu, Oct 29, 2026

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When: Thu Oct 29, 2026
Time: 4–6:30 p.m.
Price: Free
Ages: All ages
Booking: Not listed on source

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Last checked 2026-10-23.

Spooky Cottages for Teens (For teens 13+)

Johnson County Library (Merriam Plaza and Leawood Pioneer) · Merriam (Merriam and Leawood · Johnson County, KS: Overland Park, Olathe, Lenexa & Leawood)

LibraryFree (per source)Next: Thu, Oct 29Johnson County, KS: Overland Park, Olathe, Lenexa & Leawood

For teens (13+). Build and decorate a creepy, chaotic or weirdly charming miniature Halloween cottage on a base made by the library's MakerSpace. Supplies are free and no craft experience is needed.

Upcoming dates: Thu, Oct 29, 2026

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When: Thu Oct 29, 2026 (at either branch)
Time: 4:30–5:30 p.m.
Price: Free
Ages: For teens (13+)
Booking: Register each teen.

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Boo Bash at Bluford Library

Lucile H. Bluford Branch, Kansas City Public Library · Kansas City (East Side · Kansas City, MO: Downtown, Midtown, the Plaza & South KC)

LibraryFree (per source)Next: Fri, Oct 30Good for little kids (2–4)Kansas City, MO: Downtown, Midtown, the Plaza & South KC

Bluford's annual all-ages Halloween party: candy, pumpkin painting, mask making, a spooky family storytime and a show by Reggie Regg the Magic Man.

Upcoming dates: Fri, Oct 30, 2026

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When: Fri Oct 30, 2026
Time: 2–4 p.m.
Price: Free
Ages: All ages
Booking: Not listed on source

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Last checked 2026-10-23.

Track or Trees: print your own trick-or-treat bag

Anita B. Gorman Conservation Discovery Center (Missouri Department of Conservation) · Kansas City (Midtown · Kansas City, MO: Downtown, Midtown, the Plaza & South KC)

Nature center, garden & parkNo fee listedNext: Sat, Oct 31Good for little kids (2–4)Kansas City, MO: Downtown, Midtown, the Plaza & South KC

Hand-print a recycled paper bag with animal tracks, leaves, feathers and snakeskin sheds for Halloween night, or turn it into a festive luminary.

Upcoming dates: Sat, Oct 31, 2026

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When: Sat Oct 31, 2026
Time: 10 a.m.–2 p.m.
Price: No fee listed
Ages: All ages (walk-in)
Booking: No registration needed.

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Missouri Department of Conservation: Track or Trees

Last checked 2026-10-23.

Trick-or-treating (6 listings)

Trunk-or-treats & Halloween-night neighborhoods

Halloween falls on Saturday, Oct 31, 2026. Trunk-or-treats and candy events from Friday, Oct 23 through Halloween, checked Oct 23, 2026.

Trunk-or-treats & trick-or-treat events, Oct 23–31

Sat, Oct 24, 8–11 a.m.: Truck or Treat in Lenexa Good for little kids (2–4)
City of Lenexa Municipal Services Service Center, 7700 Cottonwood St, Lenexa, KS 66216 · Johnson County, KS: Overland Park, Olathe, Lenexa & Leawood · Free · Official page
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Sat, Oct 24, 1–3 p.m.: Halloween Boo Bash with trick-or-treating at Plaza Library Good for little kids (2–4)
Plaza Branch, Kansas City Public Library · Kansas City, MO: Downtown, Midtown, the Plaza & South KC · Free · Official page
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Sat, Oct 24, 3–5 p.m.: Trunk or Treat with Overland Park Police Good for little kids (2–4)
Overland Park Police Department (Myron Scafe Building), 8500 Antioch Rd, Overland Park, KS · Johnson County, KS: Overland Park, Olathe, Lenexa & Leawood · Free · Official page
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Sat, Oct 24, Costume contest 12:15 p.m.: Trick-or-Treat Weekend at Carolyn's Pumpkin Patch Good for little kids (2–4)
Carolyn's Pumpkin Patch · Northland & Clay County · Included with patch admission (price not listed) · Official page
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Sun, Oct 25, Costume contest 12:15 p.m.: Trick-or-Treat Weekend at Carolyn's Pumpkin Patch Good for little kids (2–4)
Carolyn's Pumpkin Patch · Northland & Clay County · Included with patch admission (price not listed) · Official page
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Thu, Oct 29, 10–11:30 a.m.: Bitty Boo Bash (ages 0–5) at Central Library Good for little kids (2–4)
Central Library, Kansas City Public Library · Kansas City, MO: Downtown, Midtown, the Plaza & South KC · Free · Official page
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Thu, Oct 29, Starts 6 p.m.: Trunk-or-Treat with Independence Police Good for little kids (2–4)
Uptown Market (City of Independence), 211 W Truman Rd, Independence, MO · Eastern Jackson County: Independence, Blue Springs & Lee's Summit · Free · Official page
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Bigger Halloween events that also have trick-or-treating (listed under Halloween events): Track or Trees: print your own trick-or-treat bag (Sat, Oct 31).

Neighborhoods named by local news

Areas only, never house addresses. These come from news coverage, so nothing here is an official trick-or-treat route. Be respectful: these are private homes.

Brookside Blvd. · Kansas City, MO
Named one of Reese's 150 nominees for the trick-or-treatiest street in America. Source: USA Today (Oct 2, 2026).
Village Dr. · Prairie Village, KS
Named one of Reese's 150 nominees for the trick-or-treatiest street in America. Source: USA Today (Oct 2, 2026).

Safety and tips

Most neighborhoods trick-or-treat on the evening of Saturday, Oct 31; check your own city or HOA for any set hours.
Young children should go with an adult. Stay in well-lit areas and carry a charged phone.
Clocks fall back one hour on Sunday, Nov 1.

Event details

Halloween Boo Bash with trick-or-treating at Plaza Library

Plaza Branch, Kansas City Public Library · Kansas City (Country Club Plaza · Kansas City, MO: Downtown, Midtown, the Plaza & South KC)

LibraryFree (per source)Next: Sat, Oct 24Good for little kids (2–4)Kansas City, MO: Downtown, Midtown, the Plaza & South KC

Kick off Halloween with games, Halloween science and trick-or-treating in the library. Wear your costume.

Upcoming dates: Sat, Oct 24, 2026

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When: Sat Oct 24, 2026
Time: 1–3 p.m.
Price: Free
Ages: All ages
Booking: Not listed on source

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Last checked 2026-10-23.

Trick-or-Treat Weekend at Carolyn's Pumpkin Patch

Carolyn's Pumpkin Patch · Kansas City (Northland · Northland & Clay County)

FarmPaidNext: Sat, Oct 24Good for little kids (2–4)Northland & Clay County

Kids trick-or-treat around the patch in costume. A costume contest runs at 12:15 p.m. each day, with prizes for the top three family-friendly costumes in each age group.

Upcoming dates: Sat, Oct 24, 2026; Sun, Oct 25, 2026

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When: Sat–Sun Oct 24–25, 2026
Time: Costume contest 12:15 p.m.
Price: Included with patch admission (price not listed)
Ages: Kids
Booking: Not listed on source

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Truck or Treat in Lenexa

City of Lenexa Municipal Services Service Center · Lenexa

Community eventFree (per source)Next: Sat, Oct 24Good for little kids (2–4)Johnson County, KS: Overland Park, Olathe, Lenexa & Leawood

Touch-a-truck meets trunk-or-treat: watch construction equipment smash pumpkins, explore big trucks and collect treats. Wear a costume and bring a treat bag.

Upcoming dates: Sat, Oct 24, 2026

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When: Sat Oct 24, 2026
Time: 8–11 a.m.
Price: Free
Ages: All ages
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Trunk or Treat with Overland Park Police

Overland Park Police Department (Myron Scafe Building) · Overland Park

Community eventFree (per source)Next: Sat, Oct 24Good for little kids (2–4)Johnson County, KS: Overland Park, Olathe, Lenexa & Leawood

Walk from trunk to trunk collecting candy from decorated cars at this drug- and alcohol-free family event.

Upcoming dates: Sat, Oct 24, 2026

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When: Sat Oct 24, 2026
Time: 3–5 p.m.
Price: Free
Ages: All ages
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Last checked 2026-10-23.

Bitty Boo Bash (ages 0–5) at Central Library

Central Library, Kansas City Public Library · Kansas City (Downtown · Kansas City, MO: Downtown, Midtown, the Plaza & South KC)

LibraryFree (per source)Next: Thu, Oct 29Good for little kids (2–4)Kansas City, MO: Downtown, Midtown, the Plaza & South KC

Little monsters and their grownups start with a costume parade at 10, then trick-or-treat from 10:30 to 11 (or until supplies run out). Costumes welcome but not required.

Upcoming dates: Thu, Oct 29, 2026

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When: Thu Oct 29, 2026
Time: 10–11:30 a.m.
Price: Free
Ages: Ages 0–5
Booking: Register on the library's event page.

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Kansas City Public Library: Bitty Boo Bash

Last checked 2026-10-23.

Trunk-or-Treat with Independence Police

Uptown Market (City of Independence) · Independence (Uptown Independence · Eastern Jackson County: Independence, Blue Springs & Lee's Summit)

Community eventFree (per source)Next: Thu, Oct 29Good for little kids (2–4)Eastern Jackson County: Independence, Blue Springs & Lee's Summit

Trick-or-treat from decorated trunks at this free family event hosted by the Independence Police Department.

Upcoming dates: Thu, Oct 29, 2026

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When: Thu Oct 29, 2026
Time: Starts 6 p.m.
Price: Free
Ages: All ages
Booking: Not listed on source

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City of Independence: Trunk-or-Treat with IPD

Last checked 2026-10-23.

Homeschool days & classes (9 listings)

Homeschool Hangout: Junior Paleontologists

Trails West Branch, Kansas City Public Library · Independence (Trails West · Eastern Jackson County: Independence, Blue Springs & Lee's Summit)

LibraryFree (per source)Next: Fri, Nov 6Eastern Jackson County: Independence, Blue Springs & Lee's Summit

Young scientists learn how fossils form, dig for specimens in a hands-on paleontology dig, make their own fossil and take home a Junior Paleontologist certificate.

Upcoming dates: Fri, Nov 6, 2026

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When: Fri Nov 6, 2026
Time: 2–4 p.m.
Price: Free
Ages: Ages 6+
Booking: RSVP on the library's event page.

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Kansas City Public Library: Homeschool Hangout: Junior Paleontologists

Last checked 2026-10-23.

Homeschool Hangout: Castle Building 101

Trails West Branch, Kansas City Public Library · Independence (Trails West · Eastern Jackson County: Independence, Blue Springs & Lee's Summit)

LibraryFree (per source)Next: Fri, Nov 20Eastern Jackson County: Independence, Blue Springs & Lee's Summit

Young architects design, build and test castles from cardboard and craft sticks, learn how real castles defended their walls and gates, then put them through a mini siege.

Upcoming dates: Fri, Nov 20, 2026

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When: Fri Nov 20, 2026
Time: 2–4 p.m.
Price: Free
Ages: Not listed on source
Booking: Register on the library's event page.

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Kansas City Public Library: Homeschool Hangout: Castle Building 101

Last checked 2026-10-23.

Homeschool Winter Art Adventures

Johnson County Arts & Heritage Center (Johnson County Park & Recreation) · Overland Park

MuseumPrice not listedNext: Wed, Dec 2Johnson County, KS: Overland Park, Olathe, Lenexa & Leawood

A mini homeschool art class exploring different media and techniques, all with a winter theme.

Upcoming dates: Wed, Dec 2, 2026; Wed, Dec 9, 2026; Wed, Dec 16, 2026

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When: Wednesdays, Dec 2–16, 2026 (morning or afternoon section)
Time: 10 a.m.–noon or 1–3 p.m.
Price: Not listed on source
Ages: Ages 6–16
Booking: Register online through Johnson County Park & Recreation.

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Johnson County Park & Recreation: Fine Arts Homeschool

Last checked 2026-10-23.

Homeschool Making: Holiday Lights

Johnson County Arts & Heritage Center (Johnson County Park & Recreation) · Overland Park

MuseumPrice not listedNext: Thu, Dec 3Johnson County, KS: Overland Park, Olathe, Lenexa & Leawood

A hands-on electronics series: kids learn how circuits work by making glowing, blinking projects such as simple robots and light-up art. Designed to meet Kansas and Missouri arts and STEM education requirements for homeschoolers.

Upcoming dates: Thu, Dec 3, 2026; Thu, Dec 10, 2026; Thu, Dec 17, 2026

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When: Thursdays, Dec 3–17, 2026 (morning or afternoon section)
Time: 10 a.m.–noon or 1–3 p.m.
Price: Not listed on source
Ages: Ages 8–15
Booking: Register online through Johnson County Park & Recreation.

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Johnson County Park & Recreation: Homeschool (Arts & Heritage Center)

Last checked 2026-10-23.

Homeschool Art Adventures (11-week art classes)

Johnson County Arts & Heritage Center (Johnson County Park & Recreation) · Overland Park

MuseumPrice not listedNext: Wed, Jan 13Johnson County, KS: Overland Park, Olathe, Lenexa & Leawood

Eleven-week art classes where homeschoolers build art skills while exploring art history and theory, in three levels by age and skill. Winter sessions start in mid-January.

Upcoming dates: Wed, Jan 13, 2027; Thu, Jan 14, 2027

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When: Level 1: Wednesdays from Jan 13 or Thursdays from Jan 14, 2027; Level 2: Wed or Thu afternoons from Jan 13–14
Time: Level 1: 10 a.m.–noon; Level 2: 1–3 p.m.
Price: Not listed on source
Ages: Ages 6–17 (3 levels)
Booking: Register online through Johnson County Park & Recreation.

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Johnson County Park & Recreation: Homeschool (Arts & Heritage Center)

Last checked 2026-10-23.

Ernie Miller Nature Center homeschool programs

Ernie Miller Park & Nature Center (Johnson County Park & Recreation) · Olathe

Nature center, garden & parkPrice not listedOpens Mon, Nov 2 · through Fri, Jan 15Johnson County, KS: Overland Park, Olathe, Lenexa & Leawood

Living-history, wildlife and outdoor-skills programs adapted for homeschool families, at the nature center or brought to your location within Johnson County. The nature center building is currently closed for construction (the park stays open), so confirm where your program will meet.

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When: Select weekdays, 9 a.m.–4 p.m., November through March
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Price: Not listed on source
Ages: Preschool through elementary
Booking: Booked by request, based on availability.

⚠️ Self-guided park visits are free.

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Johnson County Park & Recreation: Ernie Miller Homeschool

Last checked 2026-10-23.

Powell Gardens homeschool field trips

Powell Gardens, Kansas City's Botanical Garden · Kingsville (Kingsville (east of Lee's Summit) · Eastern Jackson County: Independence, Blue Springs & Lee's Summit)

Nature center, garden & parkPrice not listedOngoing / by arrangementEastern Jackson County: Independence, Blue Springs & Lee's Summit

Custom field trips to the 970-acre botanical garden for homeschool groups, booked like a school visit.

When: Book ahead
Time: Not listed on source
Price: Not listed on source
Ages: All ages
Booking: Homeschool groups need at least 10 students; request a date on the garden's field trip page.

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Last checked 2026-10-23.

When Science Attacks: homeschool classes at the Kansas City Zoo & Aquarium

Kansas City Zoo & Aquarium · Kansas City (Swope Park · Kansas City, MO: Downtown, Midtown, the Plaza & South KC)

Zoo & aquariumPaidOngoing / by arrangementKansas City, MO: Downtown, Midtown, the Plaza & South KC

Semester-long homeschool science classes built around animals and nature, in four levels: K–1st grade, 2nd–4th, 5th–7th and a high-school course for 8th–12th with research projects and ecology discussions. The fall K–1 section is sold out; spring semester registration is open.

When: Spring 2027 semester (8 classes). K–1 and 2nd–4th meet Tue, Wed or Thu 10 a.m.–noon; 5th–7th Wed or Thu 10:30 a.m.–noon or 1:30–3 p.m.; 8th–12th Wed or Thu 1:30–3:30 p.m.
Time: Not listed on source
Price: $100 per semester for the first student; $90 each additional sibling
Ages: Grades K–12
Booking: Register online for the 2026–27 school year.

⚠️ The zoo's fall Homeschool Day (discounted tickets) was Oct 5; watch the Homeschool Days page for the next one.

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Last checked 2026-10-23.

Wonderscope homeschool field trips

Wonderscope Children's Museum of Kansas City · Kansas City (Red Bridge · Kansas City, MO: Downtown, Midtown, the Plaza & South KC)

MuseumPrice not listedOngoing / by arrangementGood for little kids (2–4)Kansas City, MO: Downtown, Midtown, the Plaza & South KC

Playtime Field Trips give homeschool groups 90 minutes of play in the exhibits. Adventure Field Trips add 45 minutes of in-character, standards-based programming before 45 minutes of play.

When: Academic year; Adventure Field Trips on Wednesday and Thursday mornings
Time: Not listed on source
Price: Not listed on source
Ages: Young children (programs by grade)
Booking: Book through the museum's Educators page. Playtime groups are capped at 50 people including adults; Adventure groups need 1 adult per 10 children.

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Wonderscope: Educators

Last checked 2026-10-23.

Free outings (5 listings)

Free Admission Day + Discovery Day crafts at the Overland Park Arboretum

Overland Park Arboretum & Botanical Gardens · Overland Park (South Overland Park · Johnson County, KS: Overland Park, Olathe, Lenexa & Leawood)

Nature center, garden & parkFree (per source)Next: Tue, Nov 3Good for little kids (2–4)Johnson County, KS: Overland Park, Olathe, Lenexa & Leawood

The first Tuesday of each month is Free Admission Day, with a free make-and-take craft for little explorers: Leaf Suncatchers in November and Bean Mosaic Art in December.

Upcoming dates: Tue, Nov 3, 2026; Tue, Dec 1, 2026

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When: Tue Nov 3 and Tue Dec 1, 2026
Time: 9 a.m.–noon
Price: Free
Ages: Kids
Booking: First come, first served: crafts for the first 100 participants.

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Last checked 2026-10-23.

Christmas in the Park at Longview Lake (free drive-thru lights)

Jackson County Parks + Rec · Lee's Summit (Longview Lake · Eastern Jackson County: Independence, Blue Springs & Lee's Summit)

Community eventFree (per source)Opens Wed, Nov 25 · through Thu, Dec 31Good for little kids (2–4)Eastern Jackson County: Independence, Blue Springs & Lee's Summit

A drive-thru winter wonderland of more than a million lights and over 200 animated displays, built by the county's parks crews. Admission is free; exit donations go to local charities.

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When: Nightly, Nov 25–Dec 31, 2026
Time: Sun–Thu 5:30–10 p.m.; Fri–Sat 5:30–11 p.m.
Price: Free (donations welcome)
Ages: All ages
Booking: Not listed on source

⚠️ Weeknights early in the season have shorter lines. Buses and RVs are welcome.

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Jackson County, MO: 39th Annual Christmas in the Park

Last checked 2026-10-23.

Johnson County Museum Free Day

Johnson County Museum (Arts & Heritage Center) · Overland Park

MuseumFree (per source)Next: Wed, Nov 25Johnson County, KS: Overland Park, Olathe, Lenexa & Leawood

Free admission to the county history museum on its last free day of 2026. Regular admission is $4 for kids 1–17 and $6 for adults, with a $23 family maximum.

Upcoming dates: Wed, Nov 25, 2026

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Price: Free
Ages: All ages
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Last checked 2026-10-23.

Kemper Museum of Contemporary Art: always free

Kemper Museum of Contemporary Art · Kansas City (Midtown · Kansas City, MO: Downtown, Midtown, the Plaza & South KC)

MuseumFree (per source)Ongoing / by arrangementKansas City, MO: Downtown, Midtown, the Plaza & South KC

Admission to the contemporary art museum is always free.

When: Wed 10 a.m.–4 p.m.; Thu 10 a.m.–9 p.m.; Fri–Sun 10 a.m.–4 p.m.; closed Mon–Tue
Time: Not listed on source
Price: Free
Ages: All ages
Booking: Not listed on source

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Last checked 2026-10-23.

Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art: free every day it's open

Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art · Kansas City (Country Club Plaza area · Kansas City, MO: Downtown, Midtown, the Plaza & South KC)

MuseumFree (per source)Ongoing / by arrangementKansas City, MO: Downtown, Midtown, the Plaza & South KC

See more than 5,000 years of art for free. The Donald J. Hall Sculpture Park is free and open sunrise to sundown.

When: Mon 10 a.m.–5 p.m.; Thu–Fri 10 a.m.–9 p.m.; Sat–Sun 10 a.m.–5 p.m.; closed Tue–Wed
Time: Not listed on source
Price: Free general admission
Ages: All ages
Booking: Check in online or at the entrance.

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Last checked 2026-10-23.

Family & holiday events through Jan 15, 2027 (18 listings)

GloWild: Hidden Treasure at the Kansas City Zoo

Kansas City Zoo & Aquarium · Kansas City (Swope Park · Kansas City, MO: Downtown, Midtown, the Plaza & South KC)

Zoo & aquariumPaidOpen now · through Sun, Dec 27Good for little kids (2–4)Kansas City, MO: Downtown, Midtown, the Plaza & South KC

A mile-long nighttime treasure-hunt path through larger-than-life light sculptures of shipwrecks, buried treasure, expedition camps and jungles.

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When: Evenings through Dec 27, 2026
Time: 6–10 p.m.
Price: Not listed on source
Ages: All ages
Booking: Not listed on source

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Kansas City Zoo & Aquarium: GloWild

Last checked 2026-10-23.

Forest Play Date

Burr Oak Woods Conservation Nature Center (Missouri Department of Conservation) · Blue Springs

Nature center, garden & parkNo fee listedNext: Sat, Oct 31Good for little kids (2–4)Eastern Jackson County: Independence, Blue Springs & Lee's Summit

A Conservation Families outdoor play session in the woods at Burr Oak Woods.

Upcoming dates: Sat, Oct 31, 2026

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When: Sat Oct 31, 2026 (two sessions)
Time: 9:30–10:30 a.m. or 10:30–11:30 a.m.
Price: No fee listed
Ages: Families
Booking: Registration required; seats are limited.

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Last checked 2026-10-23.

Beginner Bird Walk at the Discovery Center

Anita B. Gorman Conservation Discovery Center (Missouri Department of Conservation) · Kansas City (Midtown · Kansas City, MO: Downtown, Midtown, the Plaza & South KC)

Nature center, garden & parkNo fee listedNext: Fri, Nov 6Kansas City, MO: Downtown, Midtown, the Plaza & South KC

A guided introduction to birding on the Discovery Center grounds in Midtown.

Upcoming dates: Fri, Nov 6, 2026; Fri, Dec 4, 2026

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When: Fri Nov 6 and Fri Dec 4, 2026
Time: 10:30 a.m.–noon
Price: No fee listed
Ages: Not listed on source
Booking: Not listed on source

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Last checked 2026-10-23.

Mystery Novel Escape Room (For teens 13+)

Johnson County Library (Leawood Pioneer and Lenexa City Center) · Leawood (Leawood and Lenexa · Johnson County, KS: Overland Park, Olathe, Lenexa & Leawood)

LibraryFree (per source)Next: Fri, Nov 6Johnson County, KS: Overland Park, Olathe, Lenexa & Leawood

For teens (13+). Crack codes and uncover clues in a 30-minute escape room worthy of golden-age crime fiction. Sign up with friends or join a group.

Upcoming dates: Fri, Nov 6, 2026; Tue, Nov 24, 2026

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When: Fri Nov 6 (Leawood Pioneer) and Tue Nov 24 (Lenexa City Center), 2026
Time: Nov 6: 2–2:30 p.m.; Nov 24: 6–6:30 p.m.
Price: Free
Ages: For teens (13+)
Booking: Registration required.

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Last checked 2026-10-23.

Centennial Veterans Day Weekend at the National WWI Museum and Memorial

National WWI Museum and Memorial · Kansas City (Crown Center / Union Station · Kansas City, MO: Downtown, Midtown, the Plaza & South KC)

MuseumFree (per source)Next: Fri, Nov 6Kansas City, MO: Downtown, Midtown, the Plaza & South KC

Special activities free to the public plus a free public ceremony on the grounds. Veterans and active-duty military get in free; general museum admission is half price.

Upcoming dates: Fri, Nov 6, 2026; Sat, Nov 7, 2026; Sun, Nov 8, 2026; Mon, Nov 9, 2026; Wed, Nov 11, 2026

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When: Fri–Mon Nov 6–9 and Wed Nov 11, 2026 (closed Tue Nov 10)
Time: Museum 9 a.m.–5 p.m.; activities 10 a.m.–5 p.m.
Price: Activities and ceremony free; museum half price
Ages: All ages
Booking: Not listed on source

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National WWI Museum and Memorial: Veterans Day

Last checked 2026-10-23.

SSSSnakes: meet a naturalist (and maybe a snake)

Anita B. Gorman Conservation Discovery Center (Missouri Department of Conservation) · Kansas City (Midtown · Kansas City, MO: Downtown, Midtown, the Plaza & South KC)

Nature center, garden & parkNo fee listedNext: Sat, Nov 7Good for little kids (2–4)Kansas City, MO: Downtown, Midtown, the Plaza & South KC

A naturalist explains how the seasons shape snake behavior in Missouri: what snakes do in winter, when they're most active and fun facts. You may meet an ambassador snake.

Upcoming dates: Sat, Nov 7, 2026

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When: Sat Nov 7, 2026 (two sessions)
Time: 10–11 a.m. or 1–2 p.m.
Price: No fee listed
Ages: All ages (walk-in)
Booking: No registration needed.

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Last checked 2026-10-23.

Primitive Skills Stations for families

Burr Oak Woods Conservation Nature Center (Missouri Department of Conservation) · Blue Springs

Nature center, garden & parkNo fee listedNext: Sat, Nov 7Eastern Jackson County: Independence, Blue Springs & Lee's Summit

Practice hands-on survival skills at four stations: fire starting, wilderness safety, DIY gear (walking sticks, bark rope and knots) and navigation with map, compass and GPS apps.

Upcoming dates: Sat, Nov 7, 2026

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When: Sat Nov 7, 2026
Time: 2:30–4 p.m.
Price: No fee listed
Ages: Ages 8+
Booking: Registration required (30 seats).

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Last checked 2026-10-23.

The Pigeon holiday show at The Coterie

The Coterie Theatre · Kansas City (Crown Center · Kansas City, MO: Downtown, Midtown, the Plaza & South KC)

Arts & theaterPaidOpens Tue, Nov 10 · through Thu, Dec 31Good for little kids (2–4)Kansas City, MO: Downtown, Midtown, the Plaza & South KC

The Unlimited Squirrels deck the halls and Elephant and Piggie come ready to celebrate, but will The Pigeon join in, or run all the way to the North Pole? A brand-new all-ages holiday musical with silly stories and audience antics.

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When: Nov 10–Dec 31, 2026
Time: Not listed on source
Price: Not listed on source
Ages: All ages
Booking: Not listed on source

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The Coterie: 2026/2027 Season

Last checked 2026-10-23.

Little Acorns: Talkin' Turkey

Burr Oak Woods Conservation Nature Center (Missouri Department of Conservation) · Blue Springs

Nature center, garden & parkNo fee listedNext: Thu, Nov 19Good for little kids (2–4)Eastern Jackson County: Independence, Blue Springs & Lee's Summit

A preschool nature program about the wild turkey, with a story, a craft and a turkey walk.

Upcoming dates: Thu, Nov 19, 2026

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When: Thu Nov 19, 2026
Time: 10–11 a.m.
Price: No fee listed
Ages: Ages 3–6
Booking: Registration required (20 seats).

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Missouri Department of Conservation: Talkin' Turkey

Last checked 2026-10-23.

Festival of Lights at Powell Gardens

Powell Gardens, Kansas City's Botanical Garden · Kingsville (Kingsville (east of Lee's Summit) · Eastern Jackson County: Independence, Blue Springs & Lee's Summit)

Nature center, garden & parkPaidNext: Thu, Nov 19Good for little kids (2–4)Eastern Jackson County: Independence, Blue Springs & Lee's Summit

The garden's winter light festival, including a holiday model train chugging past tiny cabins, sparkling trees and winter critters.

Upcoming dates: Thu, Nov 19, 2026; Fri, Nov 20, 2026; Sat, Nov 21, 2026; Sun, Nov 22, 2026; Fri, Nov 27, 2026; Sat, Nov 28, 2026; Sun, Nov 29, 2026; Thu, Dec 3, 2026; Fri, Dec 4, 2026; Sat, Dec 5, 2026; Thu, Dec 10, 2026; Fri, Dec 11, 2026; Sat, Dec 12, 2026; Fri, Dec 18, 2026; Sat, Dec 19, 2026; Sun, Dec 20, 2026; Mon, Dec 21, 2026; Tue, Dec 22, 2026; Wed, Dec 23, 2026; Sat, Dec 26, 2026; Sun, Dec 27, 2026; Mon, Dec 28, 2026; Tue, Dec 29, 2026; Sat, Jan 2, 2027; Sun, Jan 3, 2027

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When: Select nights Nov 19, 2026–Jan 3, 2027
Time: 5–10 p.m.
Price: Not listed on source
Ages: All ages
Booking: Not listed on source

⚠️ Closed Thanksgiving Eve and Day, Christmas Eve and Day, New Year's Eve and Day.

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Powell Gardens: Festival of Lights

Last checked 2026-10-23.

Holiday Reflections at Union Station

Union Station Kansas City · Kansas City (Crown Center / Union Station · Kansas City, MO: Downtown, Midtown, the Plaza & South KC)

MuseumPaidOpens Fri, Nov 20 · through Mon, Jan 4Good for little kids (2–4)Kansas City, MO: Downtown, Midtown, the Plaza & South KC

Union Station's seasonal holiday attraction. Cheers members get in free and ride the Mini Holiday Express free.

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When: Nov 20, 2026–Jan 4, 2027
Time: Not listed on source
Price: $9–$12 depending on the day; free for 12 months and younger
Ages: All ages
Booking: Not listed on source

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Union Station: Holiday Reflections

Last checked 2026-10-23.

Mayor's Christmas Tree Lighting at Crown Center

Crown Center Square · Kansas City (Crown Center · Kansas City, MO: Downtown, Midtown, the Plaza & South KC)

Community eventFree (per source)Next: Fri, Nov 27Good for little kids (2–4)Kansas City, MO: Downtown, Midtown, the Plaza & South KC

Watch one of the nation's largest Christmas trees light up, with a performance by the youth Chorus KC.

Upcoming dates: Fri, Nov 27, 2026

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When: Fri Nov 27, 2026
Time: 6 p.m.
Price: Free
Ages: All ages
Booking: Not listed on source

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Last checked 2026-10-23.

Luminary Walk at the Overland Park Arboretum

Overland Park Arboretum & Botanical Gardens · Overland Park (South Overland Park · Johnson County, KS: Overland Park, Olathe, Lenexa & Leawood)

Nature center, garden & parkPaidNext: Fri, Nov 27Good for little kids (2–4)Johnson County, KS: Overland Park, Olathe, Lenexa & Leawood

Garden paths lit with luminary candles and lights, live music, gnome and fairy villages and photos with Santa. Electric Glow nights use electric lights only, and accessible cart tours run on select nights. Dec 3, 10 and 17 are adults-only.

Upcoming dates: Fri, Nov 27, 2026; Sat, Nov 28, 2026; Fri, Dec 4, 2026; Sat, Dec 5, 2026; Fri, Dec 11, 2026; Sat, Dec 12, 2026; Wed, Dec 16, 2026; Fri, Dec 18, 2026; Sat, Dec 19, 2026; Sun, Dec 20, 2026; Mon, Dec 21, 2026; Tue, Dec 22, 2026; Wed, Dec 23, 2026; Sat, Dec 26, 2026

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When: Family weekends Nov 27–28, Dec 4–5, 11–12 and 18–19; Electric Glow Dec 16, 20–23 and 26, 2026
Time: Not listed on source
Price: $17 traditional nights; $12 Electric Glow; 5 and under free
Ages: All ages
Booking: Not listed on source

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Arts & Recreation Foundation of Overland Park: Luminary Walk

Last checked 2026-10-23.

Traditional Nature Crafts

Burr Oak Woods Conservation Nature Center (Missouri Department of Conservation) · Blue Springs

Nature center, garden & parkNo fee listedNext: Sat, Nov 28Eastern Jackson County: Independence, Blue Springs & Lee's Summit

A historic and primitive skills session making traditional crafts from natural materials.

Upcoming dates: Sat, Nov 28, 2026

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When: Sat Nov 28, 2026 (three sessions)
Time: Noon–1:30, 1:30–2:30 or 2:30–3:30 p.m.
Price: No fee listed
Ages: Not listed on source
Booking: Registration required; seats are limited.

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Last checked 2026-10-23.

The Nutcracker (Kansas City Ballet)

Kauffman Center for the Performing Arts · Kansas City (Downtown · Kansas City, MO: Downtown, Midtown, the Plaza & South KC)

Arts & theaterPaidNext: Sat, Nov 28Kansas City, MO: Downtown, Midtown, the Plaza & South KC

Kansas City Ballet's holiday Nutcracker with afternoon and evening performances.

Upcoming dates: Sat, Nov 28, 2026; Sun, Nov 29, 2026; Fri, Dec 4, 2026; Sat, Dec 5, 2026; Sun, Dec 6, 2026; Thu, Dec 10, 2026; Fri, Dec 11, 2026; Sat, Dec 12, 2026; Sun, Dec 13, 2026; Thu, Dec 17, 2026; Fri, Dec 18, 2026; Sat, Dec 19, 2026; Sun, Dec 20, 2026; Tue, Dec 22, 2026; Wed, Dec 23, 2026; Thu, Dec 24, 2026

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When: Nov 28–Dec 24, 2026
Time: Matinees 1 or 2 p.m.; evenings 5:30 or 7:30 p.m. (Dec 24: 1 p.m. only)
Price: $39–$154
Ages: All ages
Booking: Buy tickets from Kansas City Ballet.

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Kansas City Ballet: The Nutcracker

Last checked 2026-10-23.

Graham Cracker Cottages for Teens (For teens 13+)

Central Resource Library, Johnson County Library · Overland Park

LibraryFree (per source)Next: Thu, Dec 3Johnson County, KS: Overland Park, Olathe, Lenexa & Leawood

For teens (13+). The library's take on gingerbread houses: decorate a graham cracker cottage on a MakerSpace-built base with icing and candy. Teens only.

Upcoming dates: Thu, Dec 3, 2026

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When: Thu Dec 3, 2026
Time: 4:30–5:30 p.m.
Price: Free
Ages: For teens (13+)
Booking: Registration required; register each teen.

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Last checked 2026-10-23.

Graham Cracker Cottages (family gingerbread-style houses)

Johnson County Library (De Soto, Lenexa City Center, Monticello, Leawood Pioneer) · Lenexa (De Soto, Lenexa, Shawnee (Monticello) and Leawood · Johnson County, KS: Overland Park, Olathe, Lenexa & Leawood)

LibraryFree (per source)Next: Fri, Dec 11Good for little kids (2–4)Johnson County, KS: Overland Park, Olathe, Lenexa & Leawood

Decorate a graham cracker cottage with white icing and colorful candy on a MakerSpace-built base. Best for children with a caregiver.

Upcoming dates: Fri, Dec 11, 2026; Sat, Dec 12, 2026

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When: Fri Dec 11 (De Soto, Lenexa City Center) and Sat Dec 12, 2026 (Monticello, Leawood Pioneer)
Time: Dec 11: 4:30–5:30 p.m.; Dec 12: 10–11 a.m.
Price: Free
Ages: Kids with a caregiver
Booking: Registration required; register each person. Space is limited.

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Holiday Crafts and Mulled Cider

Burr Oak Woods Conservation Nature Center (Missouri Department of Conservation) · Blue Springs

Nature center, garden & parkNo fee listedNext: Sat, Dec 19Good for little kids (2–4)Eastern Jackson County: Independence, Blue Springs & Lee's Summit

A festive family day of crafts made from natural and native materials, warm mulled cider and a stroll through the nature center's Missouri wildlife exhibits.

Upcoming dates: Sat, Dec 19, 2026

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When: Sat Dec 19, 2026
Time: 10 a.m.–3 p.m.
Price: No fee listed
Ages: All ages
Booking: No registration needed.

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Last checked 2026-10-23.