𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐰𝐞𝐞𝐤𝐞𝐧𝐝 𝐢𝐬 𝐜𝐚𝐥𝐥𝐢𝐧𝐠 📳𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐢𝐭 𝐡𝐚𝐬 𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐥𝐥𝐲 𝐟𝐮𝐧 𝐩𝐥𝐚𝐧𝐬 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐲𝐨𝐮.   

From food trucks and live performances to butterflies, bargains and family fun, here are some of the best ways to spend your weekend around the Kansas City metro. Simply click the name of any event to learn more!

Third Fridays in Downtown Overland Park
Make a night of it with local shopping, neighborhood dining and plenty to explore throughout charming downtown Overland Park.
📍 Downtown Overland Park 📅 Friday, July 17

Food Truck Frenzy
Bring your appetite for an evening of food-truck favorites, live music and laid-back summer fun in Old Town Lenexa.
📍 Old Town Lenexa 📅 Saturday, July 18

KC Fringe Festival
Expect the unexpected as daring theater, comedy, dance, circus and cabaret take over stages across Kansas City.
📍 Kansas City, MO 📅 July 17 - 19

Festival of Butterflies
Wander through a dazzling display of free-flying butterflies, colorful blooms and picture-perfect garden scenery during this famous local festival’s 30th anniversary.
📍 Powell Gardens 📅 July 17 - 19

Celebrate Americana 250
Turn up the summer fun with patriotic entertainment, festive activities and a full day of thrills at Worlds of Fun.
📍 Worlds of Fun 📅 July 17 & 18 

SCHEELS Summerfest
Start Saturday with free entertainment, tasty treats and hands-on fun for kids and grown-ups alike.
📍 SCHEELS Overland Park 📅 Saturday, July 18

Downtown Lee’s Summit Sidewalk Sale
Score summer deals and unique finds while browsing the boutiques and locally owned shops of downtown Lee’s Summit.
📍 Downtown Lee’s Summit 📅 Saturday, July 18

Kansas City’s Lawn Party
Claim a spot on the lawn for live performances, family activities and food-truck fare in one of KC’s most beautiful outdoor spaces.
📍 Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art 📅 Sunday, July 19