Hear directly from Mayor Curt Skoog about what’s happening in our community in his October video message. This month, the mayor shares details about: The City’s LEED Gold certification, Free art exhibits at Tomahawk Ridge Community Center, And the City’s newest park! Watch the Mayor’s Message below. […]
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Cobwebs, pumpkins and skeletons…oh my! Enter OP’s Halloween Home Contest
Overland Park, it’s time to get spooktacular! Whether your porch is crawling with cobwebs, glowing with pumpkins or guarded by a life-sized skeleton army, we want to see your frightfully festive creativity on display. How to EnterSnap a photo of your home’s exterior decked out for spooky season and submit it online by Oct. 24. […]
Clear out clutter the sustainable way at Recycling Extravaganza
Give your unwanted items a new life at the Recycling Extravaganza on Saturday, October 18, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Black & Veatch Campus, 11401 Lamar Ave. This event makes it easy to recycle, donate and responsibly dispose of items you no longer need, all in one place. Whether you’re clearing out […]
Playtime Upgrade Ahead: Vote on the Farmstead’s new Prairie Playground
This off-season, Deanna Rose Children’s Farmstead will build a brand-new Prairie Playground to keep the space safe, fun and full of farm-style adventure for years to come. Each proposed design features farm-themed elements that will let imaginations run wild and give little ones plenty of room to climb, slide and play. Now it’s your turn […]
Overland Park recognized for sustainability achievements
Overland Park has officially earned LEED Gold certification, becoming the first city in Kansas to achieve this recognition of sustainability leadership. LEED for Cities and Communities is designed to measure a city’s performance in key areas of social, economic and environmental sustainability and provide a framework for managing community-wide sustainability efforts. Overland Park achieved LEED […]
Celebrating spooky season in OP
Spooky season is here, and Overland Park has plenty of fall festivities to help you celebrate! From pumpkin picking to outdoor movies and trunk-or-treating, there’s something for everyone to enjoy. Pumpkin Hollow | Daily through Oct. 26 Climb aboard a horse-drawn hayride and explore Pumpkin Hollow. Open through Oct. 26, this family favorite includes lawn […]
Building confidence and community with first responders
The Overland Park Fire and Police Departments are rolling out the red carpet for a special group of community members at Friends of First Responders Day on Saturday, Oct. 11, from 1-3 p.m. at the Overland Park Fire Training Center, 12401 Hemlock St. This event provides children with disabilities and their families with a safe […]
Hayrides, pumpkins and fall fun await at Pumpkin Hollow
Get ready to celebrate fall at the Farmstead! Pumpkin Hollow is back at Deanna Rose Children’s Farmstead, bringing seasonal fun from Oct. 1–26. Your ticket unlocks a harvest of family-friendly activities. Take a classic horse-drawn hayride, navigate the challenging spider web maze and compete in fun lawn games. Drive a pedal car and climb with […]
Say “Hallo” to OP’s newest park
Join us for the Bietigheim-Bissingen Park Dedication on Monday, September 29, at 4 p.m. at 159th and Quivira, celebrating a new chapter of international friendship and local pride! Inspired by Overland Park’s sister city in Germany, Bietigheim-Bissingen Park is a cultural connection brought to life. Designed with nods to German architecture, gardens and storytelling elements, […]
Mark your calendars; Your OP event guide for October 2025
Get ready, Overland Park! October is here, and our city is bursting with amazing events. From festive fall fun to engaging community gatherings, there’s something for everyone to enjoy. We’re excited to bring you a month packed with opportunities to make new memories and connect with your neighbors. Check out October’s event guide and get […]
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