Family events in Johnson County, KS

Enjoy a meal while supporting Overland Park Elementary PTA. Mention Overland Park Elementary PTA when placing your order and 25% of the proceeds from your purchase will be donated to the PTA. Dine in, to go, pickup, and curbside options are available, and online orders can use the code FUND20.

Nature Storytime welcomes children ages 1 to 6 for a mix of storytelling, songs, and movement that nurtures curiosity about the natural world. Sessions are led by Stepping Stones KC at the Overland Park Arboretum & Botanical Gardens, gathering indoors during colder weather and moving outside when it is warm. The program takes place on the second and fourth Thursdays of each month. There is a $5 participant fee in addition to regular admission. Registration is required, and a caregiver must accompany each child. Caregivers and siblings pay standard Arboretum admission, and Friends of the Arboretum members receive free admission. Gather at the Environmental Education Center.

Enjoy laid-back Gym Leader Challenge play in a free, beginner-friendly setting. Sign in with your Play! Pokémon ID to pick up a prize pack, available while supplies remain.

Browse a wide selection of used books and media at The Book Nook, with new finds added weekly and plenty of popular, recent titles to explore. Prices are budget friendly: children’s items typically range from 25 cents to 1 dollar, YA and teen paperbacks and library discards are 1 dollar each, YA and teen hardcovers are 2 dollars, and YA and teen mass market paperbacks are 50 cents. Graphic novels are 3 dollars. Most adult books are priced between 2 and 3 dollars. CDs are 5 for 50 cents, LPs are 1 dollar, and DVDs are 1 dollar, with multi-disc sets marked individually. Video games are 3 dollars. J audiobooks are 1 dollar and other audiobooks are 2 dollars. Select items such as puzzles, display books, and Caldecott titles may have special pricing. Friends members receive a 20 percent discount on all purchases.

Get a hands-on introduction to the big trucks and equipment that serve Olathe at an interactive, family-friendly gathering in Stagecoach Park. Children of all ages can hop into the cab, give the horn a toot, and experience what it feels like to operate city vehicles. Heavy machinery will be available for safe, up-close exploration, and visitors can meet the staff who build and maintain the community.

Olathe Live at Olathe Community Center At Stagecoach Park features We’re So Petty with guest performers Wilburys Twist, presenting tribute performances honoring Tom Petty and the Traveling Wilburys.

Children become the protagonists in an immersive escape room that transforms digital-style adventures into real life play. They will scour the room for clues, decode secret messages, and engage with an unfolding story rather than experience it from the couch.

Hosted at Chicken N Pickle - Overland Park, this family friendly gathering celebrates reading while supporting children's literacy in Kansas City. Formerly known as Books on Tap, the annual social brings together all ages for games, food, and a shared purpose. Guests can take to the pickleball courts and enjoy yard games, dine at a buffet with bar service, and explore a silent auction of curated gift baskets and local experiences, along with door prizes and a wine and bourbon pull. The Kid Zone offers story themed stations, crafts, hands on literacy activities, games, and prizes for young readers. Additional highlights include a sponsor VIP happy hour, open play pickleball, T-shirt sales, and a photobooth.

Enjoy a free night of live music at Stagecoach Park featuring two tribute acts. We're So Petty celebrates the music of Tom Petty, and The Wilburys Twist honors the songs of the Traveling Wilburys.

The Camaro Club of Kansas City hosts the 38th year of its Midwest Camaro fest, continuing a long-running tradition centered on the Camaro.

The Heart of America Gesneriad Society presents its annual judged flower show alongside a houseplant sale that highlights locally grown African violets, distinctive gesneriad varieties, imaginative design displays, and a range of exotic tropical plants. The sale continues while supplies last.

Browse a wide selection of quality used books at The Book Nook, with fresh finds added each week, including recent favorites and well-known titles. Prices stay wallet friendly across all categories. Children’s books generally range from 25 cents to 1 dollar. YA and teen paperbacks, including weeded library copies, are 1 dollar each, hardcovers are 2 dollars, and mass market paperbacks are 50 cents. Graphic novels are 3 dollars. Most adult titles are 2 to 3 dollars. Media is available too, with CDs priced 5 for 50 cents, LPs at 1 dollar, and DVDs at 1 dollar, with multi-disc sets marked individually. Video games are 3 dollars. Audiobooks include juvenile titles at 1 dollar and other formats at 2 dollars. Select specialty items such as puzzles, display books, and Caldecott books are priced as marked. Friends members receive 20 percent off all purchases.

Meet adoptable dogs and enjoy a hot dog in support of the rescue.

Created for families, MTC Kids Jam offers creative activities in the MTC lobby followed by an hour long concert featuring Joanie Leeds. She draws inspiration from the way children open up and express pure joy, fueling songs that embrace life as an adventure. What began with performances at birthday parties and preschools grew into concerts across the country and resulted in material for seven albums.

Blue Corner Promotion presents a night of combat sports at a cutting edge new location. The event is set within an entertainment center that features a bowling alley, an arcade, a zip line, ice skating, and shopping in the surrounding area. It is open to all ages.

A dinosaur themed play session for children ages 7 and under features sliding, soft play activities, and crafts for a dose of prehistoric fun. Tickets are $16.99.

Every Sunday, Soda Sunday at Cake Loft offers 50% off all Dirty Sodas and 25% off all Dirty Alanis. Create a custom drink or pick from recommended combinations to discover a new favorite. The price includes a soda with two add-ins, and additional add-ins are available for an extra charge.

Plan every detail of a quinceañera at a dedicated expo in Kansas City, hosted at Holiday Inn Overland Park. Families can connect face to face with trusted local professionals in one convenient setting, gathering ideas and comparing options to make the planning process easier. Expect runway fashion shows featuring new quinceañera gown collections, a wide range of Kansas City vendors such as venues, photographers, décor specialists, and makeup artists, plus giveaways and surprises that include a chance to win a quince dress. The experience also includes photo-ready installations, live entertainment, and a full stage program. This year’s theme, Soccer in the City, draws on the energy of the sport to infuse the event with movement, celebration, and community spirit for a modern twist on tradition. Tickets are $12 online or $15 at the door, and admission is free for quinceañeras and children under 5. Opportunities to participate as a vendor, sponsor, or model are available. Photo cover credits include dresses by Morilee Quince, photography by Segura Talent Agency, makeup and hair by Royal Beauty Services KC, and event planning by Jacqueline & Co.

Part of the Lenexa Outdoor Concert Series, Kicks Band performs at Sar-Ko-Par Trails Park. Set up by the Grand Pavillion with a picnic, and bring a blanket or lawn chair for comfortable seating while you enjoy the performance.