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Pumpkin Composting

11/25/2025 @ 9:00 am – 4:30 pm – Squash that waste. Drop off your unpainted, undecorated pumpkins and gourds Nov. 1–25 in the east parking lot of the Overland Park Arboretum & Botanical Gardens. They’ll be turned into nutrient-rich compost and kept out of the landfill.

Wolf Springs Elementary Fifth-Grade Art Showcase at LongHouse Community Gallery

11/26/2025 @ All Day – Experience the imagination and talent of Wolf Springs Elementary’s fifth-grade students as they showcase their paper relief sculptures in this special art exhibit. Each piece reflects the creativity and curiosity that make young artists so inspiring. The art show is free to attend, now through Dec. 31. Admission is required to enter the gardens.

Future of Art Exhibition at Art at the Center

11/26/2025 @ All Day – Celebrate the creativity and talent of local high school artists from Blue Valley, Olathe and Shawnee Mission School Districts. The multi-media show features paintings, photography, drawings, ceramics and more. You can view this exhibit through Jan. 12, any time Tomahawk Ridge Community Center is open. Art at the Center

Electric Glow

11/26/2025 @ 5:00 pm – 9:00 pm – Enjoy the beauty of the Luminary Walk electric displays, without the candlelit woods, Santa, musicians, cider, trains or crowds. Electric Glow limits capacity, making the event ideal for wandering through the gardens in a more relaxed atmosphere. Purchase tickets online in advance on the Arts & Recreation Foundation of Overland Park website.

Wolf Springs Elementary Fifth-Grade Art Showcase at LongHouse Community Gallery

11/27/2025 @ All Day – Experience the imagination and talent of Wolf Springs Elementary’s fifth-grade students as they showcase their paper relief sculptures in this special art exhibit. Each piece reflects the creativity and curiosity that make young artists so inspiring. The art show is free to attend, now through Dec. 31. Admission is required to enter the gardens.

City Offices Closed

11/27/2025 @ All Day – City offices, including City Hall and Sanders Justice Center, will be closed for the Thanksgiving holiday.

Future of Art Exhibition at Art at the Center

11/27/2025 @ All Day – Celebrate the creativity and talent of local high school artists from Blue Valley, Olathe and Shawnee Mission School Districts. The multi-media show features paintings, photography, drawings, ceramics and more. You can view this exhibit through Jan. 12, any time Tomahawk Ridge Community Center is open. Art at the Center

Wolf Springs Elementary Fifth-Grade Art Showcase at LongHouse Community Gallery

11/28/2025 @ All Day – Experience the imagination and talent of Wolf Springs Elementary’s fifth-grade students as they showcase their paper relief sculptures in this special art exhibit. Each piece reflects the creativity and curiosity that make young artists so inspiring. The art show is free to attend, now through Dec. 31. Admission is required to enter the gardens.

City Offices Closed

11/28/2025 @ All Day – City offices, including City Hall and Sanders Justice Center, will be closed for the Thanksgiving holiday.

Future of Art Exhibition at Art at the Center

11/28/2025 @ All Day – Celebrate the creativity and talent of local high school artists from Blue Valley, Olathe and Shawnee Mission School Districts. The multi-media show features paintings, photography, drawings, ceramics and more. You can view this exhibit through Jan. 12, any time Tomahawk Ridge Community Center is open. Art at the Center

Wolf Springs Elementary Fifth-Grade Art Showcase at LongHouse Community Gallery

11/29/2025 @ All Day – Experience the imagination and talent of Wolf Springs Elementary’s fifth-grade students as they showcase their paper relief sculptures in this special art exhibit. Each piece reflects the creativity and curiosity that make young artists so inspiring. The art show is free to attend, now through Dec. 31. Admission is required to enter the gardens.

Future of Art Exhibition at Art at the Center

11/29/2025 @ All Day – Celebrate the creativity and talent of local high school artists from Blue Valley, Olathe and Shawnee Mission School Districts. The multi-media show features paintings, photography, drawings, ceramics and more. You can view this exhibit through Jan. 12, any time Tomahawk Ridge Community Center is open. Art at the Center

Future of Art Exhibition at Art at the Center

11/30/2025 @ All Day – Celebrate the creativity and talent of local high school artists from Blue Valley, Olathe and Shawnee Mission School Districts. The multi-media show features paintings, photography, drawings, ceramics and more. You can view this exhibit through Jan. 12, any time Tomahawk Ridge Community Center is open. Art at the Center

Wolf Springs Elementary Fifth-Grade Art Showcase at LongHouse Community Gallery

11/30/2025 @ All Day – Experience the imagination and talent of Wolf Springs Elementary’s fifth-grade students as they showcase their paper relief sculptures in this special art exhibit. Each piece reflects the creativity and curiosity that make young artists so inspiring. The art show is free to attend, now through Dec. 31. Admission is required to enter the gardens.

Future of Art Exhibition at Art at the Center

12/01/2025 @ All Day – Celebrate the creativity and talent of local high school artists from Blue Valley, Olathe and Shawnee Mission School Districts. The multi-media show features paintings, photography, drawings, ceramics and more. You can view this exhibit through Jan. 12, any time Tomahawk Ridge Community Center is open. Art at the Center

Wolf Springs Elementary Fifth-Grade Art Showcase at LongHouse Community Gallery

12/01/2025 @ All Day – Experience the imagination and talent of Wolf Springs Elementary’s fifth-grade students as they showcase their paper relief sculptures in this special art exhibit. Each piece reflects the creativity and curiosity that make young artists so inspiring. The art show is free to attend, now through Dec. 31. Admission is required to enter the gardens.

Wolf Springs Elementary Fifth-Grade Art Showcase at LongHouse Community Gallery

12/02/2025 @ All Day – Experience the imagination and talent of Wolf Springs Elementary’s fifth-grade students as they showcase their paper relief sculptures in this special art exhibit. Each piece reflects the creativity and curiosity that make young artists so inspiring. The art show is free to attend, now through Dec. 31. Admission is required to enter the gardens.

Future of Art Exhibition at Art at the Center

12/02/2025 @ All Day – Celebrate the creativity and talent of local high school artists from Blue Valley, Olathe and Shawnee Mission School Districts. The multi-media show features paintings, photography, drawings, ceramics and more. You can view this exhibit through Jan. 12, any time Tomahawk Ridge Community Center is open. Art at the Center

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

Discovery Day at the Arboretum

12/02/2025 @ 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 […]

Public Information Meeting: Neighborhood Street Reconstruction Program

12/02/2025 @ 4:30 pm – 6:30 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 second public information meeting will address questions and/or concerns from property owners adjacent to the proposed improvements in the Westbrooke South neighborhood. Learn more […]

Wolf Springs Elementary Fifth-Grade Art Showcase at LongHouse Community Gallery

12/03/2025 @ All Day – Experience the imagination and talent of Wolf Springs Elementary’s fifth-grade students as they showcase their paper relief sculptures in this special art exhibit. Each piece reflects the creativity and curiosity that make young artists so inspiring. The art show is free to attend, now through Dec. 31. Admission is required to enter the gardens.

Future of Art Exhibition at Art at the Center

12/03/2025 @ All Day – Celebrate the creativity and talent of local high school artists from Blue Valley, Olathe and Shawnee Mission School Districts. The multi-media show features paintings, photography, drawings, ceramics and more. You can view this exhibit through Jan. 12, any time Tomahawk Ridge Community Center is open. Art at the Center

A group of young children smile and laugh.

Giggle Time Children’s Program

12/03/2025 @ 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 […]

Wolf Springs Elementary Fifth-Grade Art Showcase at LongHouse Community Gallery

12/04/2025 @ All Day – Experience the imagination and talent of Wolf Springs Elementary’s fifth-grade students as they showcase their paper relief sculptures in this special art exhibit. Each piece reflects the creativity and curiosity that make young artists so inspiring. The art show is free to attend, now through Dec. 31. Admission is required to enter the gardens.

Future of Art Exhibition at Art at the Center

12/04/2025 @ All Day – Celebrate the creativity and talent of local high school artists from Blue Valley, Olathe and Shawnee Mission School Districts. The multi-media show features paintings, photography, drawings, ceramics and more. You can view this exhibit through Jan. 12, any time Tomahawk Ridge Community Center is open. Art at the Center

Adults-Only Candlelight Stroll

12/04/2025 @ 5:00 pm – 9:00 pm – Leave the kids at home! The Candlelight Stroll is for those looking for a quieter Luminary Walk that still features the glow of candles through the woods, dazzling light displays, live musical performances and the enchanting gnome houses, all without children.

Wolf Springs Elementary Fifth-Grade Art Showcase at LongHouse Community Gallery

12/05/2025 @ All Day – Experience the imagination and talent of Wolf Springs Elementary’s fifth-grade students as they showcase their paper relief sculptures in this special art exhibit. Each piece reflects the creativity and curiosity that make young artists so inspiring. The art show is free to attend, now through Dec. 31. Admission is required to enter the gardens.

Future of Art Exhibition at Art at the Center

12/05/2025 @ All Day – Celebrate the creativity and talent of local high school artists from Blue Valley, Olathe and Shawnee Mission School Districts. The multi-media show features paintings, photography, drawings, ceramics and more. You can view this exhibit through Jan. 12, any time Tomahawk Ridge Community Center is open. Art at the Center

Wolf Springs Elementary Fifth-Grade Art Showcase at LongHouse Community Gallery

12/06/2025 @ All Day – Experience the imagination and talent of Wolf Springs Elementary’s fifth-grade students as they showcase their paper relief sculptures in this special art exhibit. Each piece reflects the creativity and curiosity that make young artists so inspiring. The art show is free to attend, now through Dec. 31. Admission is required to enter the gardens.

Future of Art Exhibition at Art at the Center

12/06/2025 @ All Day – Celebrate the creativity and talent of local high school artists from Blue Valley, Olathe and Shawnee Mission School Districts. The multi-media show features paintings, photography, drawings, ceramics and more. You can view this exhibit through Jan. 12, any time Tomahawk Ridge Community Center is open. Art at the Center

Holiday Market

12/06/2025 @ 8:00 am – 12:00 pm – Take advantage of an opportunity to shop the Overland Park Farmer’s Market for holiday gifts and goodies. You’ll find all the same farm fresh produce and local foods you’re used to. The Market information booth will also be open to accept debit and EBT cards. The event is contingent on the weather.

Holiday Stroll

12/06/2025 @ 10:00 am – 12:00 pm – Join us for a festive day in Downtown Overland Park! Get into the holiday spirit by visiting our Holiday Market and stopping by the Carriage House for Santa photos from 10 a.m. to noon. Plus, explore the participating businesses during the Downtown OP Open House for handouts and special deals.

Nutcracker Tea Party

12/06/2025 @ 12:00 pm – The Annual Nutcracker Tea Party is a family-friendly event perfect for the child in all of us! Enjoy a one-hour version of the holiday classic, The Nutcracker Ballet, performed by Crescendo Conservatory, along with a delightful tea party.

Nutcracker Tea Party

12/06/2025 @ 4:00 pm – The Annual Nutcracker Tea Party is a family-friendly event perfect for the child in all of us! Enjoy a one-hour version of the holiday classic, The Nutcracker Ballet, performed by Crescendo Conservatory, along with a delightful tea party.

Wolf Springs Elementary Fifth-Grade Art Showcase at LongHouse Community Gallery

12/07/2025 @ All Day – Experience the imagination and talent of Wolf Springs Elementary’s fifth-grade students as they showcase their paper relief sculptures in this special art exhibit. Each piece reflects the creativity and curiosity that make young artists so inspiring. The art show is free to attend, now through Dec. 31. Admission is required to enter the gardens.

Future of Art Exhibition at Art at the Center

12/07/2025 @ All Day – Celebrate the creativity and talent of local high school artists from Blue Valley, Olathe and Shawnee Mission School Districts. The multi-media show features paintings, photography, drawings, ceramics and more. You can view this exhibit through Jan. 12, any time Tomahawk Ridge Community Center is open. Art at the Center

Nutcracker Tea Party

12/07/2025 @ 11:30 am – The Annual Nutcracker Tea Party is a family-friendly event perfect for the child in all of us! Enjoy a one-hour version of the holiday classic, The Nutcracker Ballet, performed by Crescendo Conservatory, along with a delightful tea party.

Nutcracker Tea Party

12/07/2025 @ 3:30 pm – The Annual Nutcracker Tea Party is a family-friendly event perfect for the child in all of us! Enjoy a one-hour version of the holiday classic, The Nutcracker Ballet, performed by Crescendo Conservatory, along with a delightful tea party.

Wolf Springs Elementary Fifth-Grade Art Showcase at LongHouse Community Gallery

12/08/2025 @ All Day – Experience the imagination and talent of Wolf Springs Elementary’s fifth-grade students as they showcase their paper relief sculptures in this special art exhibit. Each piece reflects the creativity and curiosity that make young artists so inspiring. The art show is free to attend, now through Dec. 31. Admission is required to enter the gardens.

Future of Art Exhibition at Art at the Center

12/08/2025 @ All Day – Celebrate the creativity and talent of local high school artists from Blue Valley, Olathe and Shawnee Mission School Districts. The multi-media show features paintings, photography, drawings, ceramics and more. You can view this exhibit through Jan. 12, any time Tomahawk Ridge Community Center is open. Art at the Center

Wolf Springs Elementary Fifth-Grade Art Showcase at LongHouse Community Gallery

12/09/2025 @ All Day – Experience the imagination and talent of Wolf Springs Elementary’s fifth-grade students as they showcase their paper relief sculptures in this special art exhibit. Each piece reflects the creativity and curiosity that make young artists so inspiring. The art show is free to attend, now through Dec. 31. Admission is required to enter the gardens.

Future of Art Exhibition at Art at the Center

12/09/2025 @ All Day – Celebrate the creativity and talent of local high school artists from Blue Valley, Olathe and Shawnee Mission School Districts. The multi-media show features paintings, photography, drawings, ceramics and more. You can view this exhibit through Jan. 12, any time Tomahawk Ridge Community Center is open. Art at the Center

Future of Art Exhibition at Art at the Center

12/10/2025 @ All Day – Celebrate the creativity and talent of local high school artists from Blue Valley, Olathe and Shawnee Mission School Districts. The multi-media show features paintings, photography, drawings, ceramics and more. You can view this exhibit through Jan. 12, any time Tomahawk Ridge Community Center is open. Art at the Center

Wolf Springs Elementary Fifth-Grade Art Showcase at LongHouse Community Gallery

12/10/2025 @ All Day – Experience the imagination and talent of Wolf Springs Elementary’s fifth-grade students as they showcase their paper relief sculptures in this special art exhibit. Each piece reflects the creativity and curiosity that make young artists so inspiring. The art show is free to attend, now through Dec. 31. Admission is required to enter the gardens.

Future of Art Exhibition at Art at the Center

12/11/2025 @ All Day – Celebrate the creativity and talent of local high school artists from Blue Valley, Olathe and Shawnee Mission School Districts. The multi-media show features paintings, photography, drawings, ceramics and more. You can view this exhibit through Jan. 12, any time Tomahawk Ridge Community Center is open. Art at the Center

Wolf Springs Elementary Fifth-Grade Art Showcase at LongHouse Community Gallery

12/11/2025 @ All Day – Experience the imagination and talent of Wolf Springs Elementary’s fifth-grade students as they showcase their paper relief sculptures in this special art exhibit. Each piece reflects the creativity and curiosity that make young artists so inspiring. The art show is free to attend, now through Dec. 31. Admission is required to enter the gardens.

Adults-Only Candlelight Stroll

12/11/2025 @ 5:00 pm – 9:00 pm – Leave the kids at home! The Candlelight Stroll is for those looking for a quieter Luminary Walk that still features the glow of candles through the woods, dazzling light displays, live musical performances and the enchanting gnome houses, all without children.

Future of Art Exhibition Opening Reception

12/11/2025 @ 5:00 pm – 7:00 pm – Celebrate creativity at the Future of Art Exhibition, showcasing talented high school artists from Blue Valley, Olathe and Shawnee Mission School Districts. Join us for a special evening where you’ll have the exclusive chance to vote and help jury the show for prizes, generously sponsored by Friends of Overland Park Arts. Enjoy free admission, refreshments […]

Future of Art Exhibition at Art at the Center

12/12/2025 @ All Day – Celebrate the creativity and talent of local high school artists from Blue Valley, Olathe and Shawnee Mission School Districts. The multi-media show features paintings, photography, drawings, ceramics and more. You can view this exhibit through Jan. 12, any time Tomahawk Ridge Community Center is open. Art at the Center

Wolf Springs Elementary Fifth-Grade Art Showcase at LongHouse Community Gallery

12/12/2025 @ All Day – Experience the imagination and talent of Wolf Springs Elementary’s fifth-grade students as they showcase their paper relief sculptures in this special art exhibit. Each piece reflects the creativity and curiosity that make young artists so inspiring. The art show is free to attend, now through Dec. 31. Admission is required to enter the gardens.

Wolf Springs Elementary Fifth-Grade Art Showcase at LongHouse Community Gallery

12/13/2025 @ All Day – Experience the imagination and talent of Wolf Springs Elementary’s fifth-grade students as they showcase their paper relief sculptures in this special art exhibit. Each piece reflects the creativity and curiosity that make young artists so inspiring. The art show is free to attend, now through Dec. 31. Admission is required to enter the gardens.

Future of Art Exhibition at Art at the Center

12/13/2025 @ All Day – Celebrate the creativity and talent of local high school artists from Blue Valley, Olathe and Shawnee Mission School Districts. The multi-media show features paintings, photography, drawings, ceramics and more. You can view this exhibit through Jan. 12, any time Tomahawk Ridge Community Center is open. Art at the Center

Wolf Springs Elementary Fifth-Grade Art Showcase at LongHouse Community Gallery

12/14/2025 @ All Day – Experience the imagination and talent of Wolf Springs Elementary’s fifth-grade students as they showcase their paper relief sculptures in this special art exhibit. Each piece reflects the creativity and curiosity that make young artists so inspiring. The art show is free to attend, now through Dec. 31. Admission is required to enter the gardens.

Future of Art Exhibition at Art at the Center

12/14/2025 @ All Day – Celebrate the creativity and talent of local high school artists from Blue Valley, Olathe and Shawnee Mission School Districts. The multi-media show features paintings, photography, drawings, ceramics and more. You can view this exhibit through Jan. 12, any time Tomahawk Ridge Community Center is open. Art at the Center

Wolf Springs Elementary Fifth-Grade Art Showcase at LongHouse Community Gallery

12/15/2025 @ All Day – Experience the imagination and talent of Wolf Springs Elementary’s fifth-grade students as they showcase their paper relief sculptures in this special art exhibit. Each piece reflects the creativity and curiosity that make young artists so inspiring. The art show is free to attend, now through Dec. 31. Admission is required to enter the gardens.

Future of Art Exhibition at Art at the Center

12/15/2025 @ All Day – Celebrate the creativity and talent of local high school artists from Blue Valley, Olathe and Shawnee Mission School Districts. The multi-media show features paintings, photography, drawings, ceramics and more. You can view this exhibit through Jan. 12, any time Tomahawk Ridge Community Center is open. Art at the Center