Events listing

Walktober 2026: Kemper Outdoor Education Center

11 Oct 2026 Celebrate fall with Walktober at the Kemper Outdoor Education Center, located in Jackson County Parks’ Fleming Park! Explore a scenic one-mile trail featuring four unique Missouri ecosystems: a seasonal wetland, tallgrass prairie, cactus glade, and forest community. Along the way, enjoy the native pollinator and butterfly gardens, koi and water gardens, Kemper House, wetland boardwalk, and Kemper

Kemper Outdoor Education Center, 8201 S. Jasper Bell Road, Blue Springs 64015

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Walktober 2026: Wyandotte County Park

18 Oct 2026 Celebrate the beauty of fall by walking a different trail every Sunday in October. With crisp air, vibrant colors, and scenic views, it’s the perfect time to get outside and get moving. Each week showcases a new trail, highlighting autumn’s most spectacular landscapes while encouraging healthy, active living.

Wyandotte County Park Museum, 631 N. 126th Street, Blue Springs 66012

Tagged as: , Kids & family

32nd Annual Dogtober Fest

18 Oct 2026 Who let the dogs out? We did, and it's paw-ty time! Grab your leash and your furry best friend and head to the Kemper Outdoor Education Center for the ulti-mutt dog lover’s day out! Join 3,000+ pups and their people for a tail-wagging celebration packed with fun, fur, and fetch-worthy activities.

Kemper Outdoor Education Center, 8201 S. Jasper Bell Road, Blue Springs, MO 64015, Blue Springs 

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Candle Making at Fort Osage

24 Oct 2026 Step back in time and discover the art of candle making as it was practiced on the early American frontier. Join us at Fort Osage National Historical Landmark for a hands-on workshop where you'll learn how settlers and soldiers crafted their own sources of light using simple, time-honored techniques.

Fort Osage National Historic Landmark, 107 Osage Street, Sibley, MO, 64088, Sibley 

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Walktober 2026: Truman Historic Walking Trail

25 Oct 2026 Celebrate the beauty of fall by walking a different trail every Sunday in October. With crisp air, vibrant colors, and scenic views, it’s the perfect time to get outside and get moving. Each week showcases a new trail, highlighting autumn’s most spectacular landscapes while encouraging healthy, active living.

Historic Truman Courthouse, 112 W. Lexington Ave., Independence 64050

Tagged as: , Kids & family

Veteran's Day

11 Nov 2026 Veteran's Day

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Veterans Day Observed

11 Nov 2026 Veterans Day Observed

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Historic Baking at Missouri Town

14 Nov 2026 Join us for our hearth baking workshop and learn how baking was done in the mid-19th century. You will be using simple historic recipes. Not only will you enjoy the delicious smell of baking, but you will also have the opportunity to taste what you baked. Period clothing is encouraged, but not necessary. All clothing should be made of natural fibers, as there will be open fires.

Missouri Town Living History Museum, 8010 East Park Road, Lee's Summit, MO, 64064, Lee's Summit 

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Trip the Light Fantastic Bike Ride

22 Nov 2026 Light and decorate your bike for this one-of-a-kind ride. Your magical 4.5-mile bike ride up to and through the hundreds of lighted, animated displays at Jackson County's Christmas in the Park begins at the Frank White, Jr., Sports Complex, continues along County Park Road through Christmas in the Park, and returns to the Sports Complex.

Frank White Jr., Softball Complex, 3901 SW Longview Road, Lee's Summit, MO, 64081, Lee's Summit 

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28th Annual Christmas in the Sky

25 Nov 2026 Kick off the holiday season with Jackson County Parks + Rec, 99.7 The Point, and 106.5 The Wolf with a spectacular holiday show and amazing fireworks on the shores of Longview Lake Beach! Admission is FREE for your whole family to enjoy!

Longview Lake Beach, 11101 Raytown Road, Kansas City, MO, 64134, Kansas City 

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