The best things to do in Johnson County

“Grab a couple discs and turn that midweek slump into a walk with purpose at Shawnee Mission Park Disc Golf Course. Laid-back loops, friendly flights, and just enough challenge to keep you coming back, it's an easy local reset with friends or solo.”

From the Shawnee newsletter, August 28, 2026

“If you're club curious this week, Milburn Country Club is a private, family-focused spot with a top-ranked championship golf course, year-round tennis, a seasonal pool, an onsite fitness center, and exceptional dining. A polished clubhouse and active social calendar make it feel more like community than checklist.”

From the Johnson County newsletter, August 8, 2026

“com dubbed the Best Mini Golf in Kansas. Grab a friend, practice, then settle bragging rights with a just-for-fun mini golf rematch.”

From the Johnson County newsletter, August 5, 2026

“If you want variety without leaving the neighborhood, Sykes/Lady Overland Park Golf Course packs 27 regulation holes plus a 9-hole par 3, all known for excellent maintenance. Cap it off at Club 27 Restaurant, a 2020 Golden Fork award winner, and call it a pretty perfect Lenexa afternoon.”

From the Lenexa newsletter, September 9, 2026

“Tick Tock Escape Room packs original, tech-enhanced puzzles into immersive stories, from Egyptian mysteries to spy ops and cyber mayhem. Grab your crew this week, choose your difficulty, and see if you can beat the clock or even race another team, a perfect brain-twist for family, friends, or coworkers.”

From the Lenexa newsletter, August 11, 2026

“If your short game is feeling… not great, Sykes/Lady Overland Park Golf Club has 27 regulation holes across South, North and West plus a legit 9-hole Par 3 to tighten things up. Leagues and lessons mean you can level up midweek without driving across the metro.”

From the Lenexa newsletter, August 18, 2026

“Heritage Park Golf Course mixes classic tree-lined routing with links-style openness, and three lakes plus Coffee Creek put water in play on 11 holes. Nearly 7,000 yards at par 71 with Zoysia fairways, Bent grass greens, and a newly expanded Zoysia driving range make it a legit practice-and-play spot.”

From the Johnson County newsletter, September 16, 2026

“Chain of movie theaters, some with multiple screens, stadium seats & self-service ticketing kiosks.”

“Amusement center featuring high-tech games that test teams' physical and mental agility.”

“Sprawling entertainment venue with a high-tech driving range & swanky lounge with drinks & games.”

“Ironhorse Golf Club brings a championship public layout to Leawood, with leagues, lessons, and a solid practice facility for quick tune ups after work. Round up a couple friends this week, try the only Troon Golf experience in the KC metro, then debrief over the Greenside Grill.”

From the Johnson County newsletter, August 23, 2026

“Nicklaus Golf Club at LionsGate brings a Jack Nicklaus Signature, 18-hole challenge to the neighborhood as the Kansas City area’s only links-style private club. Think coaching, club fitting, leagues, a simulator lounge, and scratch-made dining... basically, where your golf habit becomes your social life.”

From the Leawood newsletter, September 13, 2026

“When the crew can’t agree on sports bar or something to do, Dave & Buster's Overland Park covers both with giant screens, satisfying American fare, and a sprawling arcade packed with racers, shooters, air hockey, and basketball. Solid pick for birthdays, team outings, or cheering the Royals together.”

From the Johnson County newsletter, September 4, 2026

“Whether it’s blockbuster night or kid chaos containment, B&B Theatres Overland Park 16 has the Grand Screen for wow, ScreenX and MX4D for full-body immersion, screenPLAY! for littles, and the Lyric for date vibes, plus the Marquee Bar, flatbreads, and Game Nights with trivia and bingo.”

From the Lenexa newsletter, August 26, 2026

“St. Andrews Golf Club is Overland Park’s tree-lined, Ozark-feeling 18 that plays friendly or fierce, with five sets of tees, a solid driving range plus indoor bays, and Club 27 for the post-round bite. Book a tee time, take a lesson, or line up an event in The Highlands Room this week.”

From the Johnson County newsletter, August 15, 2026

“Johnson County Arts And Heritage Center packs the Johnson County Museum, the immersive KidScape, rotating art exhibits, and Theatre in the Park programming into one easy local hang. Swing by this week for Hunchback vibes, kid energy, or a class that kicks your creative side awake.”

From the Shawnee newsletter, August 20, 2026

“If you like your fairways paired with a legit workout and summers that feel like a pool day, Brookridge Golf Club delivers, with instruction from golf pros, a dedicated golf studio, full fitness setup, and on-site dining that makes sticking around after your round a no-brainer.”

From the Lenexa newsletter, September 16, 2026

“Brkthrough in Overland Park packs 40 high-tech challenge rooms into 22,000 square feet, mixing mental puzzles, physical feats, and skill tests for teams of 2-4. Rally the crew this week, rotate rooms like champs, then refuel with their elevated food and drink menu between victories.”

From the Johnson County newsletter, August 18, 2026

“Whether your Leawood crew is indecisive or simply competitive, 810 Entertainment - Overland Park packs bowling, billiards, arcade play, laser tag, and plenty of food and drinks under one roof. It’s the easy call for birthdays, team outings, or random Tuesdays when you need laughs and low-stress fun.”

From the Leawood newsletter, September 9, 2026

“Tap Ins at the Greenhouse mixes 36 holes of mini golf with a retractable-glass greenhouse so you can play year-round, then refuel at E9 Grille with stone-fired pizza, Booth Creek Wagyu burgers, and a full bar. Great for first dates, team hangs, and settling friendly grudges on a bonus 19th hole.”

From the Lenexa newsletter, September 2, 2026