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Farm-tastic Fun with Mad Science: Furry & Scaly Friends Camp

06/10/2024 @ 9:00 am – 12:00 pm – June 10-13: Furry & Scaly Friends Camp Children ages 4-9 will have fun with this educational summer camp planned with activities related to animals and science, focusing on a different topic each day: Day 1 – Bobcat Day 2 – Prairie Dogs Day 3 – Rabbits Day 4 – Fishing (with cane rods) Registration is […]

Children hold clipboards and run along a path at the arboretum.

Just for Fun Preschool Camp: Superhero Universe

06/10/2024 @ 9:00 am – 12:00 pm – Johnson County Park & Recreation District and the Overland Park Arboretum & Botanical Gardens are teaming up for a summer of preschool day camp fun for children ages 3-5! Each session runs Monday-Friday from 9 a.m.-noon. Just for Fun Preschool Camp is a great opportunity for young children to try camp out for the first […]

Farm-tastic Fun with Mad Science: Furry & Scaly Friends Camp

06/11/2024 @ 9:00 am – 12:00 pm – June 10-13: Furry & Scaly Friends Camp Children ages 4-9 will have fun with this educational summer camp planned with activities related to animals and science, focusing on a different topic each day: Day 1 – Bobcat Day 2 – Prairie Dogs Day 3 – Rabbits Day 4 – Fishing (with cane rods) Registration is […]

Children hold clipboards and run along a path at the arboretum.

Just for Fun Preschool Camp: Superhero Universe

06/11/2024 @ 9:00 am – 12:00 pm – Johnson County Park & Recreation District and the Overland Park Arboretum & Botanical Gardens are teaming up for a summer of preschool day camp fun for children ages 3-5! Each session runs Monday-Friday from 9 a.m.-noon. Just for Fun Preschool Camp is a great opportunity for young children to try camp out for the first […]

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Plan Your Park: Gregory Meadows Park

06/11/2024 @ 12:00 pm – 2:00 pm – Gregory Meadows Park neighbors are invited to help us plan a fun playground for Gregory Meadows Park. Bring the whole family to enjoy an afternoon in the park and let your little ones choose the equipment they’ll love. Our Parks Department will show pictures of different playground options, and you and your kids can vote […]

Farmers’ Market

06/12/2024 @ 7:30 am – 1:00 pm – The Overland Park Farmers’ Market is a vibrant public gathering place that brings the community together with vendors featuring farm-fresh produce, local foods and unique specialty items.

Farm-tastic Fun with Mad Science: Furry & Scaly Friends Camp

06/12/2024 @ 9:00 am – 12:00 pm – June 10-13: Furry & Scaly Friends Camp Children ages 4-9 will have fun with this educational summer camp planned with activities related to animals and science, focusing on a different topic each day: Day 1 – Bobcat Day 2 – Prairie Dogs Day 3 – Rabbits Day 4 – Fishing (with cane rods) Registration is […]

Children hold clipboards and run along a path at the arboretum.

Just for Fun Preschool Camp: Superhero Universe

06/12/2024 @ 9:00 am – 12:00 pm – Johnson County Park & Recreation District and the Overland Park Arboretum & Botanical Gardens are teaming up for a summer of preschool day camp fun for children ages 3-5! Each session runs Monday-Friday from 9 a.m.-noon. Just for Fun Preschool Camp is a great opportunity for young children to try camp out for the first […]

Farm-tastic Fun with Mad Science: Furry & Scaly Friends Camp

06/13/2024 @ 9:00 am – 12:00 pm – June 10-13: Furry & Scaly Friends Camp Children ages 4-9 will have fun with this educational summer camp planned with activities related to animals and science, focusing on a different topic each day: Day 1 – Bobcat Day 2 – Prairie Dogs Day 3 – Rabbits Day 4 – Fishing (with cane rods) Registration is […]

Children hold clipboards and run along a path at the arboretum.

Just for Fun Preschool Camp: Superhero Universe

06/13/2024 @ 9:00 am – 12:00 pm – Johnson County Park & Recreation District and the Overland Park Arboretum & Botanical Gardens are teaming up for a summer of preschool day camp fun for children ages 3-5! Each session runs Monday-Friday from 9 a.m.-noon. Just for Fun Preschool Camp is a great opportunity for young children to try camp out for the first […]

Nature Storytime

06/13/2024 @ 10:30 am – Immerse yourself in the beauty of the outdoors with Nature Storytime, presented by Stepping Stones KC. Join us for a delightful blend of music, movement, and adventure as we explore the wonders of nature. These gatherings are targeted toward little nature lovers, ages 1-6. Caregivers and siblings need only pay admission to the Arboretum. Registration […]

Wine Tasting on the Terrace

06/13/2024 @ 6:00 pm – Stroll through the beautiful gardens while enjoying delicious wine and food pairings.

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Concerts in the Park: The Elders

06/13/2024 @ 7:00 pm – The concert series kicks off with beloved Celtic rockers The Elders taking the stage. Songstress Emma Jo will open the concert with her blend of heartland rock and glossy country music. Concert in the Park is a free summer concert series at the Thompson Park stage. Listen to some of your favorite songs under the […]

Children hold clipboards and run along a path at the arboretum.

Just for Fun Preschool Camp: Superhero Universe

06/14/2024 @ 9:00 am – 12:00 pm – Johnson County Park & Recreation District and the Overland Park Arboretum & Botanical Gardens are teaming up for a summer of preschool day camp fun for children ages 3-5! Each session runs Monday-Friday from 9 a.m.-noon. Just for Fun Preschool Camp is a great opportunity for young children to try camp out for the first […]

African American Artists Collective Kansas City Exhibit Opening Reception

06/14/2024 @ 5:00 pm – Meet the artists, enjoy refreshments and support the AAAC-KC in their mission to champion the arts and contribute to the cultural vibrancy of our community. Join us for a vibrant celebration of artistic excellence at the African American Artists Collective Kansas City (AAAC-KC) Exhibit, featuring the works of acclaimed artists Jason Wilcox, Michelle Beasley and […]

Farmers’ Market

06/15/2024 @ 7:30 am – 1:00 pm – The Overland Park Farmers’ Market is a vibrant public gathering place that brings the community together with vendors featuring farm-fresh produce, local foods and unique specialty items.

Adaptive Splash

06/15/2024 @ 9:00 am – 11:00 am – People with disabilities and their families can enjoy City pools before they are open to the public during Adaptive Splash on select summer Saturdays at Tomahawk Ridge Aquatic Center. Lifeguards are on duty and staff will be in the water to assist with swimmers’ needs and to provide support. Admission to Adaptive Splash at Tomahawk […]

The Overland Park Civic Band performs outside.

Overland Park Civic Band Summer Concert

06/16/2024 @ 7:00 pm – Experience an evening of classical and contemporary music in the open air. Bring your friends and family, some snacks and a lawn chair or blanket for a free, fun evening of delightful tunes. Established in 1938, the Overland Park Civic Band is made up of talented musicians from across the Kansas City area. In case […]

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Farm-tastic Fun with Mad Science: Fun on the Farm

06/17/2024 @ 9:00 am – 12:00 pm – June 17-20: Fun on the Farm Children ages 4-9 will have fun with this educational summer camp planned with activities related to animals and science, focusing on a different topic each day: Day 1 – Cows Day 2 – Sheep Day 3 – Pig Day 4 – Goat Registration is $170 and includes all four […]

Children hold clipboards and run along a path at the arboretum.

Just for Fun Preschool Camp: Summer Olympics

06/17/2024 @ 9:00 am – 12:00 pm – Johnson County Park & Recreation District and the Overland Park Arboretum & Botanical Gardens are teaming up for a summer of preschool day camp fun for children ages 3-5! Each session runs Monday-Friday from 9 a.m.-noon. Just for Fun Preschool Camp is a great opportunity for young children to try camp out for the first […]

Children hold clipboards and run along a path at the arboretum.

Just for Fun Preschool Camp: Summer Olympics

06/18/2024 @ 9:00 am – 12:00 pm – Johnson County Park & Recreation District and the Overland Park Arboretum & Botanical Gardens are teaming up for a summer of preschool day camp fun for children ages 3-5! Each session runs Monday-Friday from 9 a.m.-noon. Just for Fun Preschool Camp is a great opportunity for young children to try camp out for the first […]

A young girl feeds a small goat with a bottle of milk.

Farm-tastic Fun with Mad Science: Fun on the Farm

06/18/2024 @ 9:00 am – 12:00 pm – June 17-20: Fun on the Farm Children ages 4-9 will have fun with this educational summer camp planned with activities related to animals and science, focusing on a different topic each day: Day 1 – Cows Day 2 – Sheep Day 3 – Pig Day 4 – Goat Registration is $170 and includes all four […]

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Plan Your Park: Marty Park

06/18/2024 @ 5:30 pm – 7:30 pm – Help us shape the future of Marty Park! We need your input. Are you hoping for a gathering area with a shelter and grill? Perhaps a playground with slides and swings, a water feature and a pollinator garden? Or would you rather see yard games, relaxation areas and a walking path? This is your opportunity […]

City Offices Closed

06/19/2024 @ All Day – City offices, including City Hall and Sanders Justice Center, will be closed for the Juneteenth Freedom Day holiday.

Farmers’ Market

06/19/2024 @ 7:30 am – 1:00 pm – The Overland Park Farmers’ Market is a vibrant public gathering place that brings the community together with vendors featuring farm-fresh produce, local foods and unique specialty items.

A young girl feeds a small goat with a bottle of milk.

Farm-tastic Fun with Mad Science: Fun on the Farm

06/19/2024 @ 9:00 am – 12:00 pm – June 17-20: Fun on the Farm Children ages 4-9 will have fun with this educational summer camp planned with activities related to animals and science, focusing on a different topic each day: Day 1 – Cows Day 2 – Sheep Day 3 – Pig Day 4 – Goat Registration is $170 and includes all four […]

A young girl feeds a small goat with a bottle of milk.

Farm-tastic Fun with Mad Science: Fun on the Farm

06/20/2024 @ 9:00 am – 12:00 pm – June 17-20: Fun on the Farm Children ages 4-9 will have fun with this educational summer camp planned with activities related to animals and science, focusing on a different topic each day: Day 1 – Cows Day 2 – Sheep Day 3 – Pig Day 4 – Goat Registration is $170 and includes all four […]

Children hold clipboards and run along a path at the arboretum.

Just for Fun Preschool Camp: Summer Olympics

06/20/2024 @ 9:00 am – 12:00 pm – Johnson County Park & Recreation District and the Overland Park Arboretum & Botanical Gardens are teaming up for a summer of preschool day camp fun for children ages 3-5! Each session runs Monday-Friday from 9 a.m.-noon. Just for Fun Preschool Camp is a great opportunity for young children to try camp out for the first […]

June Bug Ball

06/20/2024 @ 1:00 pm – 4:30 pm – Get ready for a buzzing good time at June Bug Ball! Join us as we celebrate National Pollinators Week with a FREE event packed with fun activities. Dress up as your favorite bug, and dive into a world of creativity with bug-themed crafts and games. Meet fascinating insects up close in our bug petting zoo […]

Children hold clipboards and run along a path at the arboretum.

Just for Fun Preschool Camp: Summer Olympics

06/21/2024 @ 9:00 am – 12:00 pm – Johnson County Park & Recreation District and the Overland Park Arboretum & Botanical Gardens are teaming up for a summer of preschool day camp fun for children ages 3-5! Each session runs Monday-Friday from 9 a.m.-noon. Just for Fun Preschool Camp is a great opportunity for young children to try camp out for the first […]

Farmers’ Market

06/22/2024 @ 7:30 am – 1:00 pm – The Overland Park Farmers’ Market is a vibrant public gathering place that brings the community together with vendors featuring farm-fresh produce, local foods and unique specialty items.

Adaptive Splash

06/22/2024 @ 9:00 am – 11:00 am – People with disabilities and their families can enjoy City pools before they are open to the public during Adaptive Splash on select summer Saturdays at Tomahawk Ridge Aquatic Center. Lifeguards are on duty and staff will be in the water to assist with swimmers’ needs and to provide support. Admission to Adaptive Splash at Tomahawk […]

Stems: A Garden Soirée

06/22/2024 @ 7:00 pm – Sip wine; taste delicious food from top restaurants and caterers; enjoy art, music, fireworks and beautiful surroundings; and meet friends at the networking event of the summer: Stems.

The Overland Park Civic Band performs outside.

Overland Park Civic Band Summer Concert

06/23/2024 @ 7:00 pm – Experience an evening of classical and contemporary music in the open air. Bring your friends and family, some snacks and a lawn chair or blanket for a free, fun evening of delightful tunes. Established in 1938, the Overland Park Civic Band is made up of talented musicians from across the Kansas City area. In case […]

Children hold clipboards and run along a path at the arboretum.

Just for Fun Preschool Camp: Color Camp

06/24/2024 @ 9:00 am – 12:00 pm – Johnson County Park & Recreation District and the Overland Park Arboretum & Botanical Gardens are teaming up for a summer of preschool day camp fun for children ages 3-5! Each session runs Monday-Friday from 9 a.m.-noon. Just for Fun Preschool Camp is a great opportunity for young children to try camp out for the first […]

Children hold clipboards and run along a path at the arboretum.

Just for Fun Preschool Camp: Color Camp

06/25/2024 @ 9:00 am – 12:00 pm – Johnson County Park & Recreation District and the Overland Park Arboretum & Botanical Gardens are teaming up for a summer of preschool day camp fun for children ages 3-5! Each session runs Monday-Friday from 9 a.m.-noon. Just for Fun Preschool Camp is a great opportunity for young children to try camp out for the first […]

Animal Sculpture Class

06/25/2024 @ 10:00 am – 1:00 pm – Learn to make your favorite backyard animals with Glenn Lavezzi! Glenn us a local sculptor who will teach students how to make birds, squirrels, rabbits, or chipmunks, using geometric shapes with water based clay. Art supplies are provided. Register Online

Farmers’ Market

06/26/2024 @ 7:30 am – 1:00 pm – The Overland Park Farmers’ Market is a vibrant public gathering place that brings the community together with vendors featuring farm-fresh produce, local foods and unique specialty items.

Children hold clipboards and run along a path at the arboretum.

Just for Fun Preschool Camp: Color Camp

06/26/2024 @ 9:00 am – 12:00 pm – Johnson County Park & Recreation District and the Overland Park Arboretum & Botanical Gardens are teaming up for a summer of preschool day camp fun for children ages 3-5! Each session runs Monday-Friday from 9 a.m.-noon. Just for Fun Preschool Camp is a great opportunity for young children to try camp out for the first […]

Heritage Arts and Crafts Demonstration Day

06/26/2024 @ 10:00 am – 2:00 pm – Join us for a day full of learning and creativity as we showcase the arts and crafts of a 1900s Kansas farm. With regular Farmstead admission, guests are free to explore and enjoy demonstrations by a variety of talented artisans stationed around the venue. Artisan Lineup Blacksmithing with Chelsea Brimer Leatherworking with Virgil Miles Woodcarving […]

Children hold clipboards and run along a path at the arboretum.

Just for Fun Preschool Camp: Color Camp

06/27/2024 @ 9:00 am – 12:00 pm – Johnson County Park & Recreation District and the Overland Park Arboretum & Botanical Gardens are teaming up for a summer of preschool day camp fun for children ages 3-5! Each session runs Monday-Friday from 9 a.m.-noon. Just for Fun Preschool Camp is a great opportunity for young children to try camp out for the first […]

Nature Storytime

06/27/2024 @ 10:30 am – Immerse yourself in the beauty of the outdoors with Nature Storytime, presented by Stepping Stones KC. Join us for a delightful blend of music, movement, and adventure as we explore the wonders of nature. These gatherings are targeted toward little nature lovers, ages 1-6. Caregivers and siblings need only pay admission to the Arboretum. Registration […]

Biergarten Thursdays

06/27/2024 @ 6:00 pm – Beer lovers will enjoy samplings of brews and appetizers among the beautiful gardens.

Coffee Connections

06/28/2024 @ 8:00 am – 9:00 am – Join City staff and homeowners association leaders/volunteers at the Strang Carriage House at Thompson Park for Coffee Connections to network, share ideas and discuss common neighborhood issues. Coffee and light snacks will be provided.

Children hold clipboards and run along a path at the arboretum.

Just for Fun Preschool Camp: Color Camp

06/28/2024 @ 9:00 am – 12:00 pm – Johnson County Park & Recreation District and the Overland Park Arboretum & Botanical Gardens are teaming up for a summer of preschool day camp fun for children ages 3-5! Each session runs Monday-Friday from 9 a.m.-noon. Just for Fun Preschool Camp is a great opportunity for young children to try camp out for the first […]

Aerial view of Fire Station 41.

Fire Station 41 Hose Uncoupling Ceremony + Open House

06/28/2024 @ 11:30 am – Join us as we dedicate our reconstructed Fire Station 41! The new fire station stands on the same ground as its predecessor. Together with our partners at Johnson County MED-ACT, we’ve constructed a state of the art facility that will serve our city and surrounding areas for years to come!

Farmers’ Market

06/29/2024 @ 7:30 am – 1:00 pm – The Overland Park Farmers’ Market is a vibrant public gathering place that brings the community together with vendors featuring farm-fresh produce, local foods and unique specialty items.

Adaptive Splash

06/29/2024 @ 9:00 am – 11:00 am – People with disabilities and their families can enjoy City pools before they are open to the public during Adaptive Splash on select summer Saturdays at Tomahawk Ridge Aquatic Center. Lifeguards are on duty and staff will be in the water to assist with swimmers’ needs and to provide support. Admission to Adaptive Splash at Tomahawk […]

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The Sketchbook Habit: Sowing Seeds of Creativity

06/29/2024 @ 10:00 am – Designed for beginners and seasoned artists alike, this series focuses on cultivating the essential habit of maintaining a visual journal through sketchbook keeping. Build your skills by attending each session, or select fewer sessions as your schedule allows. Throughout the course, participants will delve into the fundamentals of sketch bookkeeping, learning techniques to capture ideas, […]

A stained glass bird hanging.

Stained Glass Workshop for Beginners

06/29/2024 @ 1:00 pm – Join us in making a stained glass bird. Learn beginning stained glass techniques with lead-free solder and flux. Supplies will be provided. Class size is limited. Due to the nature of working with a soldering iron and chemicals, this workshop is for adults 18 and older. Protective gloves, masks and eyewear will be worn. Please […]

A stained glass bird hanging.

Stained Glass Workshop for Beginners

06/30/2024 @ 1:00 pm – Join us in making a stained glass bird. Learn beginning stained glass techniques with lead-free solder and flux. Supplies will be provided. Class size is limited. Due to the nature of working with a soldering iron and chemicals, this workshop is for adults 18 and older. Protective gloves, masks and eyewear will be worn. Please […]

The Overland Park Civic Band performs outside.

Overland Park Civic Band Summer Concert

06/30/2024 @ 7:00 pm – Experience an evening of patriotic music ahead of July 4! Bring your friends and family, some snacks and a lawn chair or blanket for a free, fun evening of delightful tunes. Established in 1938, the Overland Park Civic Band is made up of talented musicians from across the Kansas City area. In case of rain, […]

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Discovery Day at the Arboretum

07/02/2024 @ 9:00 am – 12:00 pm – Craft time awaits on the first Tuesday of the month at the Overland Park Arboretum & Botanical Gardens. Little explorers are in for a treat as they immerse themselves in the enchanting world of nature and creativity. Each month, a new make-and-take project unfolds on Discovery Day. Crafting supplies are included, and the projects are […]

Farmers’ Market

07/03/2024 @ 7:30 am – 1:00 pm – The Overland Park Farmers’ Market is a vibrant public gathering place that brings the community together with vendors featuring farm-fresh produce, local foods and unique specialty items.

City Offices Closed

07/04/2024 @ All Day – As you spend time with family and friends over the holiday, please plan around closures and modified hours at City facilities on Thursday, July 4: Modified Hours Deanna Rose Children’s Farmstead, 13800 Switzer Rd. (Open 9 a.m.-2 p.m.) Overland Park Arboretum & Botanical Gardens, 8909 W. 179th St. (Open 9 a.m.-2 p.m.) All outdoor City […]

Celebrating the Fourth at the Farm

07/04/2024 @ 9:00 am – 12:00 pm – Join us for a fun-filled morning of festivities as we honor Independence Day at the Farmstead. Get ready for an unforgettable experience filled with entertainment, contests and good old-fashioned American spirit. Here’s what’s in store: 9 a.m.-1 p.m. – Old fashioned games, patriotic lessons in the schoolhouse, cake walk, chalk walk (draw on our apple […]

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Pollination Investigation

07/06/2024 @ All Day – Love pollinators? So do we! That’s why we invited the Smithsonian Institution Traveling Exhibition Service and Smithsonian Gardens to share their exhibit, “Pollination Investigation,” with us. The exhibit will be on display at the LongHouse Visitor Center at the Overland Park Arboretum & Botanical Gardens now through November. Come explore the essential role of pollinators […]

Farmers’ Market

07/06/2024 @ 7:30 am – 1:00 pm – The Overland Park Farmers’ Market is a vibrant public gathering place that brings the community together with vendors featuring farm-fresh produce, local foods and unique specialty items.

Adaptive Splash

07/06/2024 @ 9:00 am – 11:00 am – People with disabilities and their families can enjoy City pools before they are open to the public during Adaptive Splash on select summer Saturdays at Tomahawk Ridge Aquatic Center. Lifeguards are on duty and staff will be in the water to assist with swimmers’ needs and to provide support. Admission to Adaptive Splash at Tomahawk […]

A stained glass bird hanging.

Stained Glass Workshop for Beginners

07/07/2024 @ 1:00 pm – Join us in making a stained glass bird. Learn beginning stained glass techniques with lead-free solder and flux. Supplies will be provided. Class size is limited. Due to the nature of working with a soldering iron and chemicals, this workshop is for adults 18 and older. Protective gloves, masks and eyewear will be worn. Please […]

The Overland Park Civic Band performs outside.

Overland Park Civic Band Summer Concert

07/07/2024 @ 7:00 pm – Experience an evening of classical and contemporary music in the open air. Bring your friends and family, some snacks and a lawn chair or blanket for a free, fun evening of delightful tunes. Established in 1938, the Overland Park Civic Band is made up of talented musicians from across the Kansas City area. In case […]

A chicken stands on the wooden plank leading out of the coop.

Farm-tastic Fun with Mad Science: Birds of a Feather Camp

07/08/2024 @ 9:00 am – 12:00 pm – July 8-11: Birds of a Feather Camp Children ages 4-9 will have fun with this educational summer camp planned with activities related to animals and science, focusing on a different topic each day: Day 1 – Chicken Day 2 – Eagle Day 3 – Turkey Day 4 – Peafowl Registration is $170 and includes all […]

Children hold clipboards and run along a path at the arboretum.

Just for Fun Preschool Camp: Explore the Universe

07/08/2024 @ 9:00 am – 12:00 pm – Johnson County Park & Recreation District and the Overland Park Arboretum & Botanical Gardens are teaming up for a summer of preschool day camp fun for children ages 3-5! Each session runs Monday-Friday from 9 a.m.-noon. Just for Fun Preschool Camp is a great opportunity for young children to try camp out for the first […]