Recreation + Fun

Looking for fun? You’ve come to the right place!

Whether it’s an early morning sweat session, fresh produce from the Farmers’ Market or an afternoon with Deanna Rose Children’s Farmstead’s baby goats, Overland Park has something to offer.

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Deanna Rose Children's Farmstead

See more than 250 animals, learn about gardens and crops and connect with the history and heritage of a Kansas farm.

Overland Park Arboretum & Botanical Gardens

Visit 300 acres of gardens, ponds, hiking trails, prairie, and more that serve as an educational, recreational, and cultural resource for the region.

Community Centers

Join us for a workout, get together with loved ones, or drop in for a class at one of two Overland Park community centers.

Farmers' Market

For more than 35 years, vendors have been providing farm-to-table food at the Downtown Overland Park Farmers’ Market.

Parks + Trails

From playground adventures to picnics with your favorite people, Overland Park’s 80+ parks and miles of trails make it easy to get outside and explore.

Sports + Facilities

Overland Park offers top-of-the-line facilities for soccer tournaments, swim lessons, and pick-up games.

Pools + Swimming

Splash at one of the City’s pools, register for swim lessons or cheer on the Waves at a swim meet.

Music + Entertainment

Sing along at a summer concert or enjoy a children’s performance.

Memorials

Learn and experience American history through a local lens at the city’s Korean War and 9/11 memorials.

Discover the permanent and temporary public art that brings Overland Park to life. Explore the city’s collection, visit galleries like Art at the Center and use the public art map to plan your next stop.

Overland Park’s 1960 Ford F250

Have you seen “The Fridge” cruising around OP or parked at one of your favorite City events? Learn the fascinating story behind this iconic truck, and find out how we ended up with the classic 1960 Ford F250 as Parks Fleet Vehicle 001.