Nature that nurtures.

The 300-acre Overland Park Arboretum & Botanical Gardens is a vibrant educational, recreational, and cultural resource for the Kansas City region. At the Arboretum, you’ll find over 1,700 species carefully cultivated across themed gardens and natural landscapes. It’s a place where nature, art, and science converge, offering visitors of all ages an immersive outdoor experience.

Closed or Modified Days

2025

New Year’s Day | Jan. 1: 10 a.m.-2 p.m.
Independence Day | July 4: 9 a.m.-2 p.m.
Thanksgiving | Nov. 27: Closed
Christmas | December 25: Closed

2026

New Year’s Day | Jan. 1: 9 a.m.-2 p.m.
Independence Day | July 4: 9 a.m.-2 p.m.
Thanksgiving | Nov. 26: Closed
Christmas | December 25: Closed

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Purchase admission to the Overland Park Arboretum & Botanical Gardens online in advance.

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Address

8909 W. 179th Street
Overland Park, KS 66013

Phone

913-685-3604

Hours

September - March
Monday-Sunday | 9 a.m.-5 p.m.

April - August
Monday, Wednesday, Friday, Saturday, Sunday | 9 a.m.-5 p.m.
Tuesday, Thursday | 9 a.m.-8 p.m.

Last entry 30 minutes before closing.
Gates shut at closing time.

Admission

Children ages 5 and under are free.
$3 ages 6-17
$7 ages 18+

Free admission on the first Tuesday of each month.

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Upcoming Events

In addition to regular operating hours, the Arboretum hosts many events and programs. Join us for a children’s event, art class, and more.

Friends of the Arboretum members visit the Arboretum for free, any day.

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Luminary Walk

When

December 5, 2025
5:00 pm - 9:00 pm

Location

Overland Park Arboretum & Botanical Gardens

Luminary Walk

When

December 6, 2025
5:00 pm - 9:00 pm

Location

Overland Park Arboretum & Botanical Gardens