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FEATURED EVENTS

Electric Poe

Just in time for Halloween, Electric Poe returns to thrill audiences inside and out! Captivating audiences once again, Electric Poe will perform outside in Union Cemetery for sunset performances for families, October 14 – November 1. One actor and one musician will bring the master of the macabre to life with superb acting accompanied by atmospheric underscoring in front of Union Cemetery’s “Holding Vault,” built in 1857 in Kansas City’s oldest public cemetery.
Dates: 
10/23/2026
10/24/2026
10/25/2026
6:30PM (11/1 will be a 5:30PM performance).
Location: 
2450 Grand Boulevard, Kansas City, MO, USA
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Spooky Skate and Family Fun Fair

October 22, 2026. Get ready for a spooktacular day of family fun at Spooky Skate! Enjoy free trick-or-treating, ice skating, a family fun fair, and more Halloween festivities for all ages. Come dressed in your favorite costume and make unforgettable fall memories with the whole family at Cable Dahmer Arena!
Dates: 
10/22/2026
4:00PM-8:00PM
Location: 
Cable Dahmer Arena, 19100 East Valley View Parkway, Independence, MO 64055, United States
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2026 Liberty Corn Maze

Weekends through October 30th | Our 2026 maze design proudly celebrates the 250th anniversary of the United States of America, honoring the history, spirit, and enduring freedom that have shaped our nation since 1776. Carved into acres of corn, this one-of-a-kind design invites families and friends to experience a larger-than-life tribute to America while making memories together along the way. Get ready to explore, celebrate, and get a little lost in history at Liberty Corn Maze—where America’s 250th anniversary becomes an adventure
Dates: 
10/23/2026
10/24/2026
10/25/2026
Times vary by day--please see website
Location: 
Liberty Corn Maze, Northeast 52nd Street, Liberty, MO, USA
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Liberty's Beacon: An Artistic Light Installation | National WWI Museum and Memorial

This fall, see the National WWI Museum and Memorial in a way you never have before. Created in celebration of the Museum and Memorial's 100th anniversary and the nation's 250th, Liberty's Beacon transforms the Memorial into a canvas of light, sound and motion. Over seven weekends, three acclaimed artists each bring the Memorial's inscribed virtues – Honor, Courage, Sacrifice and Patriotism – to life across an eight- to 10-minute visual and auditory experience shown throughout the evening.
Dates: 
10/23/2026
10/24/2026
10/25/2026
The show starts at 7:30 p.m. and repeats every 15 minutes (:00, :15, :30 and :45) until the last showing begins at 10:30 p.m.
Location: 
National WWI Museum and Memorial, 2 Memorial Drive, Kansas City, MO 64108, United States
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Trick or Treat Skate Party at Winnwood Skate Center

Join us for a fun in-person skate bash in honor of the Dr. James E. Garrett Foundation, where costumes and good vibes rule! Bring your best moves and your favorite treats as we skate, laugh, and enjoy a good time together for a good cause. Whether you roll on wheels or want to hang out, this party’s the place to be. Don’t miss the fun!
Dates: 
10/29/2026
6 pm - 8 pm
Location: 
Winnwood Skate Center, Northeast Winn Road, Kansas City, MO, USA
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Floating Pumpkin Patch at J. Thomas Lovell Community Center

Make a splash in our floating pumpkin patch to find your perfect pumpkin for Halloween! Come enjoy swimming, crafts, and a gift to take home. Appropriate swim attire required. Don't miss out on this event! Only $7 per participant!
Dates: 
10/24/2026
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Location: 
Lee's Summit Parks & Recreation, 220 Southeast Green Street, Lee's Summit, MO 64063, United States
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Art Course 2026 at the Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art

Art Course is an artist-designed mini golf experience located in the Donald J. Hall Sculpture Park. Each stop on the nine-hole course presents a creative interpretation of a work of art in the museum’s collection.
Dates: 
10/23/2026
10/24/2026
10/25/2026
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Location: 
The Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art, 4525 Oak Street, Kansas City, MO 64111, United States
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A Pirate's Feast at GloWild

Fridays & Saturdays during GloWild, September 12 - October 24 (Blackout Date: October 10) | Make your GloWild experience even more memorable with A Pirate's Feast, an exclusive family-friendly dining package at the Kansas City Zoo & Aquarium. Join a lively crew of pirates as they bring the Boathouse to life with laughter, entertainment, and swashbuckling surprises.
Dates: 
10/23/2026
10/24/2026
6:30 PM
Location: 
Kansas City Zoo & Aquarium, 6800 Zoo Dr, Kansas City, MO 64132, United States
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Holiday Treasures Craft Festival 2026

Saturday, October 24th | Beat the crowds this holiday season and uncover unique, hand-crafted treasures at the Holiday Treasures Craft Festival. Admission is FREE, so you've got nothing to lose and a sleigh-load of perfect holiday gifts to gain! For more information, contact the Shawnee Parks & Recreation Department at (913) 631-5200.
Dates: 
10/24/2026
9 AM – 4 PM
Location: 
Shawnee Civic Centre, Johnson Drive, Shawnee, KS, USA
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