It’s going to be a celebration-packed weekend here in Kansas City October 17 - 19, and we picked out the Top 10 events happening around town for you to enjoy!
FRIDAY
Red Crow Brewing 10-Year Anniversary
Ten years of great beer calls for a party. Red Crow is celebrating with special releases, murder-mystery games, T-shirt printing, and plenty of community vibes.
Third Friday Art Walk
One of the best ways to spend a fall evening — stroll Strawberry Hill for local art, live music, food trucks, and pop-up galleries.
The “Hell! Hell! Club” Pop-Up
If spooky cocktails are your thing, this Halloween-themed pop-up bar at J. Rieger & Co. is running through the end of October. Moody lighting, eerie details, and a cocktail list that leans into the theme.
BKS Artisan Ales 8th Anniversary Weekend
BKS is celebrating all weekend long with limited releases, food pop-ups, and a Sunday Chiefs watch party. Always a great local spot to toast to good beer.
Third Fridays
Local shops, live music, and a great excuse to walk Main Street with a drink in hand. A low-key favorite every month.
SATURDAY
The Barn at Kill Creek Farm Fall Harvest Festival
The perfect fall Saturday — think pumpkin patches, local vendors, food trucks, and music. Great for families or anyone chasing those cozy fall vibes.
PNC Family Fun Day
A downtown favorite for the whole family: inflatables, pony rides, crafts, and plenty of delicious food and drinks. Some activities require ticket purchases, but entry is FREE - who doesn’t love that?
Kansas City Street Food Festival
Two days of global eats from 25+ food vendors, all $10 or less. Add live entertainment and a few drinks, and you’ve got yourself a weekend.
Indigenous People’s Day Celebration
A culturally rich day of honoring Native culture through storytelling, performances, and art at the Wyandotte County Museum. Worth checking out if you want something a little more meaningful this weekend.
SUNDAY
31st Annual Dogtober Fest
Costume contests, agility courses, and more dogs in Halloween outfits than you can imagine at the Kemper Outdoor Education Center. Free entry with a dog food donation — and easily one of the most fun KC events of the fall for dog people!