Family events in Kansas City, MO

Enjoy a Friday afternoon in the park with live local music at the Festival Shelter. This is a free event open to the public, featuring the band Penderblast Red-E-Mix. It runs from late morning into the early afternoon.

Introduce children to money in a playful, age-appropriate way with a nine week summer series focused on financial literacy. Open to all ages, the curriculum is tailored for different stages so every child can participate comfortably. Across weekly sessions, kids explore the basics of money and vocabulary, practice number sense and early math, learn about spending, saving, and earning, and take part in hands-on pretend money games and activities. The class is led by Emily, a manager, entrepreneur, world traveler, and mom to a six year old with a master’s degree in education, who helps children build confidence and real world life skills. This small group experience has limited space, and participation is included with open play. Reservations can guarantee a spot.

Tivoli Under the Stars features The Sandlot, following Scottie Smalls, portrayed by Thomas Guiry, as he relocates to a different neighborhood and strikes up friendships with kids who gather to play baseball at a sandlot. Their bond brings plenty of humor and heartfelt moments, until a choice by Smalls sparks trouble for the whole crew.

City Market presents a year-round farmers market known as the region’s largest and rich in history. Browse fresh produce, local goods, plants and flowers, specialty foods, handmade items, and more, rain or shine. The market is covered and easy to navigate in any weather, so comfortable shoes are a good idea. A wagon or collapsible cart can be helpful for larger hauls, and a gate attendant can hold purchases while you get your vehicle. Selection changes with the season and weather. Vendors accept both cash and cards, and there is an ATM in the main lobby. An interactive vendor map updates in real time to show who is attending and where each stall is located. The market runs weekly on Saturdays and Sundays with hours that vary by season. Most shops and restaurants remain open after the market wraps up, making it easy to keep exploring.

Family Fun Day at Pawn and Pint focuses on affordable, screen-free time together. Kids and teens under 18 play free, and families receive discounts on food and non-alcoholic beverages. Explore a library of more than 1,000 board games with choices for every age and interest. Enjoy a relaxed outing with no cleanup to worry about, just good food, fun, and plenty of laughter.

Kids can spend a week tackling obstacle course challenges at a gym inspired by a popular ninja competition show. These summer camps run Monday through Friday, offering 15 total hours of activities for $200. Participants practice skills like climbing, jumping, balancing, traversing, and swinging through a variety of obstacles.

A weekly story time takes place in the Kids Zone at PH Coffee, hosted by Mr. Dave Reads. Each session features a fresh selection of books curated by Mr. Dave, offering a new lineup of stories every week.

A lively class filled with music, dance, and playful movement created for young children. It is open to all ages, with the sweet spot being kids under 6, and it offers an easy way to burn off energy while making memories together. Participation is included with open play access. Food and beverages can be purchased on site, and peanut-free snacks from home are allowed. Outside drinks are not permitted, except for water and infant formula. A reservation guarantees your place. Socks and waivers are required for participation. If plans change, rescheduling by text is available within two hours.