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African American Artists Collective of Kansas City at Art at the Center

07/21/2025 @ All Day – Join us for an inspiring exhibition curated by Jason Piggie and featuring three dynamic Kansas City artists whose works illuminate the intersections of culture, identity and social transformation. This exhibit is a celebration of resilience, creativity and the beauty born from bold expression. Don’t miss this powerful convergence of art and advocacy, where every piece […]

A man holds a piece of paper titled "Overland Park Parks and Recreation July 2025 Bucket List" and lists 31 list items.

Park and Recreation Month Bucket List Challenge

07/21/2025 @ All Day – 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 everything Parks and Recreation has to offer. Take a walk in the park, spot some public art, catch a special event or break a sweat at one of our free […]

A group of young children run across a wooden bridge, surrounded on either side by tall trees.

Just for Fun Preschool Camp: Outdoor Science Magic

07/21/2025 @ 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 […]

Fill a Cruiser 2025

07/21/2025 @ 10:00 am – 2:00 pm – Join the Overland Park Police Department at Target to collect donations for Shawnee Mission School District and Blue Valley School District students. A list of suggested donations can be found here.

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Expressive Endeavors: An Employee Art Show

07/22/2025 @ All Day – With more than 1,000 staff members at the City of Overland Park, there are some incredible artistic talents! We’re excited to showcase the masterpieces of City staff at our first Employee Art Show, held at the Overland Park Arboretum & Botanical Garden’s LongHouse Community Gallery. The art show is free to attend. Admission is required […]

Art paintings of different sizes hang in a row on a wall. Most of the paintings incorporate dark blue colors.

African American Artists Collective of Kansas City at Art at the Center

07/22/2025 @ All Day – Join us for an inspiring exhibition curated by Jason Piggie and featuring three dynamic Kansas City artists whose works illuminate the intersections of culture, identity and social transformation. This exhibit is a celebration of resilience, creativity and the beauty born from bold expression. Don’t miss this powerful convergence of art and advocacy, where every piece […]

A man holds a piece of paper titled "Overland Park Parks and Recreation July 2025 Bucket List" and lists 31 list items.

Park and Recreation Month Bucket List Challenge

07/22/2025 @ All Day – 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 everything Parks and Recreation has to offer. Take a walk in the park, spot some public art, catch a special event or break a sweat at one of our free […]

A man leads a group of young kids in a side stretch outside in a park.

Free Fitness in the Park – Zumba

07/22/2025 @ 8:30 am – In celebration of National Park and Recreation Month, we’re bringing the workout to the great outdoors! Join us for FREE exercise classes in the park, perfect for all ages and fitness levels. Bring your family, invite your friends and move with us under the summer sky! Instructor Kathy Goldstein

A group of young children run across a wooden bridge, surrounded on either side by tall trees.

Just for Fun Preschool Camp: Outdoor Science Magic

07/22/2025 @ 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 […]

Kids sit outside on a purple picnic blanket listening to a woman tell a story.

Storytime in the Garden

07/22/2025 @ 10:30 am – Dig into stories and nature at Deanna Rose Children’s Farmstead! Every Tuesday from June 24–August 5, the Johnson County K-State Master Gardeners bring Storytime in the Garden to life. Just follow the purple umbrella to find them sharing garden-themed tales and fun crafts. All ages are welcome, with adult supervision required for the little ones. […]

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Expressive Endeavors: An Employee Art Show

07/23/2025 @ All Day – With more than 1,000 staff members at the City of Overland Park, there are some incredible artistic talents! We’re excited to showcase the masterpieces of City staff at our first Employee Art Show, held at the Overland Park Arboretum & Botanical Garden’s LongHouse Community Gallery. The art show is free to attend. Admission is required […]

Art paintings of different sizes hang in a row on a wall. Most of the paintings incorporate dark blue colors.

African American Artists Collective of Kansas City at Art at the Center

07/23/2025 @ All Day – Join us for an inspiring exhibition curated by Jason Piggie and featuring three dynamic Kansas City artists whose works illuminate the intersections of culture, identity and social transformation. This exhibit is a celebration of resilience, creativity and the beauty born from bold expression. Don’t miss this powerful convergence of art and advocacy, where every piece […]

A man holds a piece of paper titled "Overland Park Parks and Recreation July 2025 Bucket List" and lists 31 list items.

Park and Recreation Month Bucket List Challenge

07/23/2025 @ All Day – 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 everything Parks and Recreation has to offer. Take a walk in the park, spot some public art, catch a special event or break a sweat at one of our free […]

Farmers’ Market

07/23/2025 @ 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 group of young children run across a wooden bridge, surrounded on either side by tall trees.

Just for Fun Preschool Camp: Outdoor Science Magic

07/23/2025 @ 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 […]

Three volunteers tend to plants in the Train Garden at the Overland Park Arboretum & Botanical Gardens. Each volunteer wears a hat and gloves, and work next to large circular bins.

Arboretum New Volunteer Orientation

07/23/2025 @ 10:00 am – This is for new volunteers wishing to serve on a regular basis. We will discuss all volunteer opportunities, collect required paperwork and introduce you to the Arboretum!

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Expressive Endeavors: An Employee Art Show

07/24/2025 @ All Day – With more than 1,000 staff members at the City of Overland Park, there are some incredible artistic talents! We’re excited to showcase the masterpieces of City staff at our first Employee Art Show, held at the Overland Park Arboretum & Botanical Garden’s LongHouse Community Gallery. The art show is free to attend. Admission is required […]

Art paintings of different sizes hang in a row on a wall. Most of the paintings incorporate dark blue colors.

African American Artists Collective of Kansas City at Art at the Center

07/24/2025 @ All Day – Join us for an inspiring exhibition curated by Jason Piggie and featuring three dynamic Kansas City artists whose works illuminate the intersections of culture, identity and social transformation. This exhibit is a celebration of resilience, creativity and the beauty born from bold expression. Don’t miss this powerful convergence of art and advocacy, where every piece […]

A man holds a piece of paper titled "Overland Park Parks and Recreation July 2025 Bucket List" and lists 31 list items.

Park and Recreation Month Bucket List Challenge

07/24/2025 @ All Day – 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 everything Parks and Recreation has to offer. Take a walk in the park, spot some public art, catch a special event or break a sweat at one of our free […]

A group of young children run across a wooden bridge, surrounded on either side by tall trees.

Just for Fun Preschool Camp: Outdoor Science Magic

07/24/2025 @ 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

07/24/2025 @ 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 […]

A man holds a piece of paper titled "Overland Park Parks and Recreation July 2025 Bucket List" and lists 31 list items.

Park and Recreation Month Bucket List Challenge

07/25/2025 @ All Day – 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 everything Parks and Recreation has to offer. Take a walk in the park, spot some public art, catch a special event or break a sweat at one of our free […]

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Expressive Endeavors: An Employee Art Show

07/25/2025 @ All Day – With more than 1,000 staff members at the City of Overland Park, there are some incredible artistic talents! We’re excited to showcase the masterpieces of City staff at our first Employee Art Show, held at the Overland Park Arboretum & Botanical Garden’s LongHouse Community Gallery. The art show is free to attend. Admission is required […]

Art paintings of different sizes hang in a row on a wall. Most of the paintings incorporate dark blue colors.

African American Artists Collective of Kansas City at Art at the Center

07/25/2025 @ All Day – Join us for an inspiring exhibition curated by Jason Piggie and featuring three dynamic Kansas City artists whose works illuminate the intersections of culture, identity and social transformation. This exhibit is a celebration of resilience, creativity and the beauty born from bold expression. Don’t miss this powerful convergence of art and advocacy, where every piece […]

A group of young children run across a wooden bridge, surrounded on either side by tall trees.

Just for Fun Preschool Camp: Outdoor Science Magic

07/25/2025 @ 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 […]

Fill a Cruiser 2025

07/25/2025 @ 12:00 pm – 4:00 pm – Join the Overland Park Police Department at Target to collect donations for Shawnee Mission School District and Blue Valley School District students. A list of suggested donations can be found here.

A man holds a piece of paper titled "Overland Park Parks and Recreation July 2025 Bucket List" and lists 31 list items.

Park and Recreation Month Bucket List Challenge

07/26/2025 @ All Day – 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 everything Parks and Recreation has to offer. Take a walk in the park, spot some public art, catch a special event or break a sweat at one of our free […]

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Expressive Endeavors: An Employee Art Show

07/26/2025 @ All Day – With more than 1,000 staff members at the City of Overland Park, there are some incredible artistic talents! We’re excited to showcase the masterpieces of City staff at our first Employee Art Show, held at the Overland Park Arboretum & Botanical Garden’s LongHouse Community Gallery. The art show is free to attend. Admission is required […]

Art paintings of different sizes hang in a row on a wall. Most of the paintings incorporate dark blue colors.

African American Artists Collective of Kansas City at Art at the Center

07/26/2025 @ All Day – Join us for an inspiring exhibition curated by Jason Piggie and featuring three dynamic Kansas City artists whose works illuminate the intersections of culture, identity and social transformation. This exhibit is a celebration of resilience, creativity and the beauty born from bold expression. Don’t miss this powerful convergence of art and advocacy, where every piece […]

A group of young boys race down a concrete path at Georgia's Chicken Run, held at Deanna Rose Children's Farmstead.

Georgia’s Chicken Run

07/26/2025 @ 7:00 am – Lace up your shoes for the 25th annual Georgia’s Chicken Fun Run/Walk at Deanna Rose Children’s Farmstead on Saturday, July 26! Check-in begins at 7 a.m. and races start at 8 a.m. Chicken trophies will be awarded to the top three runners in each category. Register

An arrangement of vegetables with a basket labeled "Atisan Lettuce, $4 or 2 for $3, Homegrown"

Farmers’ Market

07/26/2025 @ 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.

Clusters of small, yellow herbs in a green garden.

How to Draw and Use Herbs

07/26/2025 @ 10:00 am – Explore the art of herbal illustration while discovering the rich, multifaceted world of herbs in this unique six-week series led by Jill Tichenor, a skilled artist and botanical enthusiast. Whether you’re an aspiring artist, a seasoned gardener, or simply curious about the uses of herbs, this class has something for everyone. Each week, you’ll learn […]

A young girl in a tan straw cowgirl hat stands smiling with a small pony. On the pony's back is a tan leather saddle with stirrups.

National Day of the Cowboy

07/26/2025 @ 10:30 am – 1:30 pm – Saddle up for a rootin’-tootin’ good time at Deanna Rose Children’s Farmstead as we celebrate National Day of the Cowboy! Enjoy classic cowboy fun with stick horse races and a boot toss, experience horseshoeing, branding and saddle demonstrations and meet some of our most beloved animals like Twister the mini Hereford or one of our […]

A man holds a piece of paper titled "Overland Park Parks and Recreation July 2025 Bucket List" and lists 31 list items.

Park and Recreation Month Bucket List Challenge

07/27/2025 @ All Day – 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 everything Parks and Recreation has to offer. Take a walk in the park, spot some public art, catch a special event or break a sweat at one of our free […]

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Expressive Endeavors: An Employee Art Show

07/27/2025 @ All Day – With more than 1,000 staff members at the City of Overland Park, there are some incredible artistic talents! We’re excited to showcase the masterpieces of City staff at our first Employee Art Show, held at the Overland Park Arboretum & Botanical Garden’s LongHouse Community Gallery. The art show is free to attend. Admission is required […]

Art paintings of different sizes hang in a row on a wall. Most of the paintings incorporate dark blue colors.

African American Artists Collective of Kansas City at Art at the Center

07/27/2025 @ All Day – Join us for an inspiring exhibition curated by Jason Piggie and featuring three dynamic Kansas City artists whose works illuminate the intersections of culture, identity and social transformation. This exhibit is a celebration of resilience, creativity and the beauty born from bold expression. Don’t miss this powerful convergence of art and advocacy, where every piece […]

A man leads a group of young kids in a side stretch outside in a park.

Free Fitness in the Park – Body Shaper

07/27/2025 @ 7:00 am – In celebration of National Park and Recreation Month, we’re bringing the workout to the great outdoors! Join us for FREE exercise classes in the park, perfect for all ages and fitness levels. Bring your family, invite your friends and move with us under the summer sky! Instructor Caitlin Brisendine

A man holds a piece of paper titled "Overland Park Parks and Recreation July 2025 Bucket List" and lists 31 list items.

Park and Recreation Month Bucket List Challenge

07/28/2025 @ All Day – 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 everything Parks and Recreation has to offer. Take a walk in the park, spot some public art, catch a special event or break a sweat at one of our free […]

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Expressive Endeavors: An Employee Art Show

07/28/2025 @ All Day – With more than 1,000 staff members at the City of Overland Park, there are some incredible artistic talents! We’re excited to showcase the masterpieces of City staff at our first Employee Art Show, held at the Overland Park Arboretum & Botanical Garden’s LongHouse Community Gallery. The art show is free to attend. Admission is required […]

A group of young children run across a wooden bridge, surrounded on either side by tall trees.

Just for Fun Preschool Camp: Splish, Splash, Freeze

07/28/2025 @ 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 […]

Fill a Cruiser 2025

07/28/2025 @ 12:00 pm – 4:00 pm – Join the Overland Park Police Department at Target to collect donations for Shawnee Mission School District and Blue Valley School District students. A list of suggested donations can be found here.

A man holds a piece of paper titled "Overland Park Parks and Recreation July 2025 Bucket List" and lists 31 list items.

Park and Recreation Month Bucket List Challenge

07/29/2025 @ All Day – 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 everything Parks and Recreation has to offer. Take a walk in the park, spot some public art, catch a special event or break a sweat at one of our free […]

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Expressive Endeavors: An Employee Art Show

07/29/2025 @ All Day – With more than 1,000 staff members at the City of Overland Park, there are some incredible artistic talents! We’re excited to showcase the masterpieces of City staff at our first Employee Art Show, held at the Overland Park Arboretum & Botanical Garden’s LongHouse Community Gallery. The art show is free to attend. Admission is required […]

A group of young children run across a wooden bridge, surrounded on either side by tall trees.

Just for Fun Preschool Camp: Splish, Splash, Freeze

07/29/2025 @ 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 […]

Yellow fountain grasses planted outside the Deanna Rose Children's Farmstead entrance.

Heritage Arts Workshop: Leather Stamping

07/29/2025 @ 9:00 am – 10:30 am – Learn about leather stamping using traditional tools and techniques from the turn of the century. Drop in anytime. The workshop is included with regular Farmstead admission.

Kids sit outside on a purple picnic blanket listening to a woman tell a story.

Storytime in the Garden

07/29/2025 @ 10:30 am – Dig into stories and nature at Deanna Rose Children’s Farmstead! Every Tuesday from June 24–August 5, the Johnson County K-State Master Gardeners bring Storytime in the Garden to life. Just follow the purple umbrella to find them sharing garden-themed tales and fun crafts. All ages are welcome, with adult supervision required for the little ones. […]

A man holds a piece of paper titled "Overland Park Parks and Recreation July 2025 Bucket List" and lists 31 list items.

Park and Recreation Month Bucket List Challenge

07/30/2025 @ All Day – 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 everything Parks and Recreation has to offer. Take a walk in the park, spot some public art, catch a special event or break a sweat at one of our free […]

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Expressive Endeavors: An Employee Art Show

07/30/2025 @ All Day – With more than 1,000 staff members at the City of Overland Park, there are some incredible artistic talents! We’re excited to showcase the masterpieces of City staff at our first Employee Art Show, held at the Overland Park Arboretum & Botanical Garden’s LongHouse Community Gallery. The art show is free to attend. Admission is required […]

Farmers’ Market

07/30/2025 @ 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 group of young children run across a wooden bridge, surrounded on either side by tall trees.

Just for Fun Preschool Camp: Splish, Splash, Freeze

07/30/2025 @ 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 man holds a piece of paper titled "Overland Park Parks and Recreation July 2025 Bucket List" and lists 31 list items.

Park and Recreation Month Bucket List Challenge

07/31/2025 @ All Day – 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 everything Parks and Recreation has to offer. Take a walk in the park, spot some public art, catch a special event or break a sweat at one of our free […]

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Expressive Endeavors: An Employee Art Show

07/31/2025 @ All Day – With more than 1,000 staff members at the City of Overland Park, there are some incredible artistic talents! We’re excited to showcase the masterpieces of City staff at our first Employee Art Show, held at the Overland Park Arboretum & Botanical Garden’s LongHouse Community Gallery. The art show is free to attend. Admission is required […]

A group of young children run across a wooden bridge, surrounded on either side by tall trees.

Just for Fun Preschool Camp: Splish, Splash, Freeze

07/31/2025 @ 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 […]

Public Information Meeting: 2026 Neighborhood Streets Reconstruction Program

07/31/2025 @ 6:00 pm – 7:00 pm – You are invited to attend an informational meeting to discuss the 2026 Neighborhood Streets Reconstruction Program. This program reconstructs existing streets that have reached the end of their useful life. The first public information meeting will address questions and/or concerns from property owners adjacent to the proposed improvements. Learn more about this project and other […]

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Expressive Endeavors: An Employee Art Show

08/01/2025 @ All Day – With more than 1,000 staff members at the City of Overland Park, there are some incredible artistic talents! We’re excited to showcase the masterpieces of City staff at our first Employee Art Show, held at the Overland Park Arboretum & Botanical Garden’s LongHouse Community Gallery. The art show is free to attend. Admission is required […]

A group of young children run across a wooden bridge, surrounded on either side by tall trees.

Just for Fun Preschool Camp: Splish, Splash, Freeze

08/01/2025 @ 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 crowd of people sit in lawn chairs watching a blow-up movie screen at the Arboretum.

Summer Movie Nights at the Arboretum: “10 Things I Hate About You” (Adults Only)

08/01/2025 @ 7:00 pm – Tickets originally purchased for the June 20 event will be valid for the rescheduled date of August 1. Join us for magical summer evenings under the stars at the Overland Park Arboretum & Botanical Gardens! Gates open at 7 p.m., giving you plenty of time to grab delicious food and refreshing drinks and find the […]

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Expressive Endeavors: An Employee Art Show

08/02/2025 @ All Day – With more than 1,000 staff members at the City of Overland Park, there are some incredible artistic talents! We’re excited to showcase the masterpieces of City staff at our first Employee Art Show, held at the Overland Park Arboretum & Botanical Garden’s LongHouse Community Gallery. The art show is free to attend. Admission is required […]

An arrangement of vegetables with a basket labeled "Atisan Lettuce, $4 or 2 for $3, Homegrown"

Farmers’ Market

08/02/2025 @ 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.

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Expressive Endeavors: An Employee Art Show

08/03/2025 @ All Day – With more than 1,000 staff members at the City of Overland Park, there are some incredible artistic talents! We’re excited to showcase the masterpieces of City staff at our first Employee Art Show, held at the Overland Park Arboretum & Botanical Garden’s LongHouse Community Gallery. The art show is free to attend. Admission is required […]

“The Winding Road” Exhibit by Donna Yeager at Art at the Center

08/04/2025 @ All Day – Yeager’s work invites you on a visual journey shaped by memory, movement and quiet transformation. Known for her range of subjects and mediums, she captures the beauty in life’s often-overlooked moments. Each piece reflects people, places and the passage of time. You can view this exhibit now through Sept. 28, anytime Tomahawk Ridge Community Center […]

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Expressive Endeavors: An Employee Art Show

08/04/2025 @ All Day – With more than 1,000 staff members at the City of Overland Park, there are some incredible artistic talents! We’re excited to showcase the masterpieces of City staff at our first Employee Art Show, held at the Overland Park Arboretum & Botanical Garden’s LongHouse Community Gallery. The art show is free to attend. Admission is required […]

“The Winding Road” Exhibit by Donna Yeager at Art at the Center

08/05/2025 @ All Day – Yeager’s work invites you on a visual journey shaped by memory, movement and quiet transformation. Known for her range of subjects and mediums, she captures the beauty in life’s often-overlooked moments. Each piece reflects people, places and the passage of time. You can view this exhibit now through Sept. 28, anytime Tomahawk Ridge Community Center […]

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Expressive Endeavors: An Employee Art Show

08/05/2025 @ All Day – With more than 1,000 staff members at the City of Overland Park, there are some incredible artistic talents! We’re excited to showcase the masterpieces of City staff at our first Employee Art Show, held at the Overland Park Arboretum & Botanical Garden’s LongHouse Community Gallery. The art show is free to attend. Admission is required […]

Yellow fountain grasses planted outside the Deanna Rose Children's Farmstead entrance.

Sensory-Friendly Early Admission at the Farmstead

08/05/2025 @ 8:00 am – 9:00 am – Experience Deanna Rose Children’s Farmstead in a calm and welcoming environment during Sensory Friendly Early Admission Days. Designed for individuals with sensory sensitivities and their families, this event offers a supportive space to explore the farmstead with reduced crowds and minimal background noise. At 9 a.m., the farmstead opens to the general public, but attendees […]

Two young children holding clipboards at the Overland Park Arboretum & Botanical Gardens.

Discovery Day at the Arboretum

08/05/2025 @ 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 […]

Two girls hold young goats at Goat Yoga.

Goat Yoga: Goat Giggles and Yoga Wiggles (Kids Only! Ages 5-7)

08/05/2025 @ 9:00 am – Get ready for an animal adventure! This playful class will combine yoga poses inspired by nature & animals with the irresistible charm of our Farmstead baby goats. Expect laughter, cuddles and a unique yoga experience with fun interactions with each other and our animal friends. Class Size: 35 participants max. There must be a minimum […]

Kids sit outside on a purple picnic blanket listening to a woman tell a story.

Storytime in the Garden

08/05/2025 @ 9:30 am – Dig into stories and nature at Deanna Rose Children’s Farmstead! Every Tuesday from June 24–August 5, the Johnson County K-State Master Gardeners bring Storytime in the Garden to life. Just follow the purple umbrella to find them sharing garden-themed tales and fun crafts. All ages are welcome, with adult supervision required for the little ones. […]

Two girls hold young goats at Goat Yoga.

Goat Yoga: Stretch and Snuggle (Kids only! Ages 8-12)

08/05/2025 @ 10:00 am – This class combines gentle yoga with the playful presence of our adorable goats. We will introduce easy yoga flow sequences while putting an emphasis on quieting a busy mind with mindfulness techniques. And the best part? You’ll get to spend time with our adorable goats! It’s the perfect way to relax, connect with nature, and […]

Event graphic that reads "National Night Out" for Tuesday, August 5 from 5-7 p.m. at two locations, Sapling Grove Park and Windham Hill Park. An image of a police officer grilling hot dogs accompanies the text.

National Night Out

08/05/2025 @ 5:00 pm – 7:00 pm – National Night Out is an annual community-building campaign that promotes positive community policing partnerships and neighborhood camaraderie. Meet with your Overland Park Police Department officers and City staff. Bring a lawn chair and enjoy hot dogs, snacks and refreshments. Activities Backpack/school supply giveaway Police canine demonstration Photo booth Water balloon toss and more! This event […]

The Emily Dickinson Garden at the Overland Park Arboretum & Botanical Gardens, including a stone pathway, three wooden benches and various plants and trees.

An Evening of Poetry in the Garden

08/05/2025 @ 6:00 pm – Experience a magical summer evening of poetry in the Emily Dickinson Garden. Acclaimed poets Dr. Marcia Hurlow and Dr. Andrés Rodríguez will share selections of their work in a setting that reflects the deep connection between art and nature so present in the works of Emily Dickinson. Following the readings, guests are invited to the […]

“The Winding Road” Exhibit by Donna Yeager at Art at the Center

08/06/2025 @ All Day – Yeager’s work invites you on a visual journey shaped by memory, movement and quiet transformation. Known for her range of subjects and mediums, she captures the beauty in life’s often-overlooked moments. Each piece reflects people, places and the passage of time. You can view this exhibit now through Sept. 28, anytime Tomahawk Ridge Community Center […]

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Expressive Endeavors: An Employee Art Show

08/06/2025 @ All Day – With more than 1,000 staff members at the City of Overland Park, there are some incredible artistic talents! We’re excited to showcase the masterpieces of City staff at our first Employee Art Show, held at the Overland Park Arboretum & Botanical Garden’s LongHouse Community Gallery. The art show is free to attend. Admission is required […]

Farmers’ Market

08/06/2025 @ 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.

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Giggle Time Children’s Program

08/06/2025 @ 10:00 am – Join us for a delightful children’s program on the first Wednesday of the month. Your little ones will giggle, wiggle and have a blast with diverse performances. From music and stories to puppet shows and juggling, each month features new and exciting entertainers. Best of all, it’s a FREE and fun-filled time that requires no […]

“The Winding Road” Exhibit by Donna Yeager at Art at the Center

08/07/2025 @ All Day – Yeager’s work invites you on a visual journey shaped by memory, movement and quiet transformation. Known for her range of subjects and mediums, she captures the beauty in life’s often-overlooked moments. Each piece reflects people, places and the passage of time. You can view this exhibit now through Sept. 28, anytime Tomahawk Ridge Community Center […]