The countdown to FIFA World Cup 26™ is officially underway, and Overland Park is ready to play its part. On Monday, June 23, local leaders and community members gathered at the Scheels Overland Park Soccer Complex to launch “Johnson County United,” a new initiative to build excitement and celebrate local events leading up to the […]
Summer is heating up in Overland Park! Celebrate July with festive events, outdoor adventures and family fun all month long. Park and Recreation Month Bucket List Challenge – July 1-31 It’s National Park and Recreation Month, and we hope you’re ready to celebrate! Check out all the fun on our July event calendar and enjoy […]
Get ready for a day that’s buzzing with excitement! Celebrate pollinators and all things buggy at the June Bug Ball Friday, June 27, from 1-4:30 p.m. This free event at Deanna Rose Children’s Farmstead is your chance to explore the wild world of insects, pollinators and garden creatures through crafts, live entertainment and hands-on activities. […]
Juneteenth is a time to honor civil rights, celebrate the strength and resilience of Black Americans and reflect on how we can continue building a more equitable future together. Please note the following City facility closures on Thursday, June 19: City Hall, 8500 Santa Fe Dr. Sanders Justice Center, 12300 Foster St. Recycling Center, 11921 […]
Tune in to outdoor music in Overland Park this summer at Concerts in the Park! Join us on select Thursdays this summer at 7 p.m. at Thompson Park for this free event. Bring friends, family and a blanket or lawn chair and enjoy listening to live music with your community. Arrive early to explore Downtown […]
The westbound I-435 to northbound U.S. 69 ramp will fully close to traffic at 9 p.m. on June 9 for temporary striping and barrier wall placement. Detours will be marked, and the ramp will reopen by 6 a.m. on June 10. The Kansas Department of Transportation’s project will build a new express toll lane in […]
Juneteenth, observed annually on June 19, commemorates the end of slavery in the United States. The holiday’s name blends “June” and “nineteenth,” recognizing the day in 1865 when Union troops arrived in Galveston, Texas to enforce the Emancipation Proclamation and ensure freedom for all enslaved people in the state. More than just a historic milestone, […]
Hear directly from Mayor Curt Skoog about what’s happening in our community in his June video message. This month, the mayor shares details about: The project at Clock Tower Landing, The current Farmers’ Market season at Matt Ross Community Center, Supporting small businesses in Downtown Overland Park, Property Tax Rebate Program applications and more! Watch […]
Hop aboard and explore Downtown Overland Park! Starting Saturday, June 7, you can catch a free ride from City Hall to the heart of downtown every Saturday through July 26. Whether you’re a longtime local or visiting for the first time, this is your ticket to ride. The shuttle makes it easier than ever to […]
Overland Park’s 2026 proposed budget makes investments in public safety, City infrastructure and the upcoming World Cup while keeping pace with Overland Park’s population growth. City Manager Lori Curtis Luther proposed the upcoming budget to the City Council at a committee meeting on June 2. The budget totals $498.6 million, a 6.6% increase over the […]