Heading to Kansas City with the kids? Check out our suggestions for some family activities to do while you’re in town. Donutology 1009 Westport Rd, Kansas City, MO 64111 Website View this post on Instagram Say hello to our little friends… . . . #minidonuts #kcmo #kcdonuts #kcfood #kansascity #donutlove #donuts A post shared by…
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How To Celebrate Easter In Kansas City
Are you in Kansas City for Easter this year? Check out our suggestions for things to do around town to celebrate! Spring Frolic 3801 Gillham Rd, Kansas City, MO 64111 April 21, 2019; 12:30 PM to 2:30 PM Website Posted by Pilgrim Center on Saturday, February 16, 2019 The Pilgrim Center hosts the Spring Frolic at…
Interesting Historical Activities To Do In Kansas City
Kansas City has a rich and varied history, so while you’re in the area, take the time to explore some of its historical attractions. Shoal Creek Living History Museum 7000 NE Barry Rd, Kansas City, MO 64156 Website Shoal Creek is an 19th century pioneer village with actors demonstrating the historical style of life through…
Shoal Creek Living History Museum
Located at 7000 NE Barry Rd., this 80-acre park whisks you away to Missouri history where you can walk the trails of early pioneers and see live reenactments of past events. Popular for families, the living history destination includes events throughout the year including First Saturdays which resume in May. From 9 a.m. –…
Thanksgiving KCMO-style
The Negro Leagues Baseball Museum (NLBM) will hold its 3rd Annual “Jazz & Jackie” celebration at 7 p.m. on Sunday, May 6, 2018 at the Gem Theater. You don’t want to miss this tribute to Jackie Robinson, whose professional baseball roots started with the Kansas City Monarchs in 1945. Robinson’s very first home game happened…
Get Locked Up at Liberty Jail
Located in nearby Liberty, Missouri at 216 N Main St., the Liberty Jail is where Latter-day Saints founder Joseph Smith was imprisoned for four months in 1838 – 1839. According to Mormon followers, during his imprisonment Smith received revelations which became sections 121, 122, and 123 of the Doctrine and Covenants. Today, the former…
Lake Jacomo
Keep cool this summer at the nearby Lake Jacomo where 970 acres of freshwater are nestled against Blue Springs. Head to Jackson County, Missouri to the 7,809-acre Fleming Park and set sail on some of the most gorgeous waters in the region. Sailors and windsurfers especially like this quick day trip at one of…
Heart of America Hot Dog Festival
Every August, the Negro Leagues Baseball Museum in KCMO hosts the Heart of America Hot Dog Festival—and it’s a party you don’t want to miss. With live music and every type of dog and brat you can imagine, there’s nothing more American than hot dogs and baseball. Held the first Saturday in August, the…
Kansas City Repertory Theatre
The performing arts center at 4949 Cherry St. hosts some of the best performances in KCMO in an intimate environment. The official theatre in residence at the University of Missouri-Kansas City has been a landmark in the area for over 50 years. Founded by Dr. Patricia McIlrath in 1964, she was committed to creating…
Go Ape! Zipline and Treetop Adventure
Get a real bird’s eye view of KCMO at Go Ape. Zip from tree to tree at this adventure park located at 7331 Oakwood Dr. Ziplining is safe for nearly all ages and abilities, but at Go Ape you get so much more than a zip canopy tour. With five obstacle sections, each one…