Kids Events Today in Kansas City, MO

Combining two of your little one's favorite activities, Walk and Read at Strang Park in Kansas City, MO is a delightful year-round program perfect for babies and toddlers. Created in partnership with Johnson County Library and the Johnson County Department of Health and Environment, this outdoor adventure encourages early literacy and movement for your youngest learners.

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Inspire your child's love of reading and writing through In-School Literacy Residencies happening across Kansas City, MO starting Monday, March 2, 2026. These interactive workshops bring the creative voices of KC students to life, helping kids discover that reading and writing can be fun, expressive, and powerful.

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Get ready to spark curiosity and wonder,Science City General Admission at Union Station in Kansas City, MO offers hundreds of hands-on activities that make learning a thrilling adventure. From interactive STEM exhibits to mind-bending demonstrations, this is where kids of all ages discover the joy of scientific discovery in one of Kansas City's premier family destinations.

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Give your preteen the mental health tools they need,Project Daylight brings a FREE presentation to Kansas City, MO schools that supports emotional wellness and resilience in kids. This vital program creates an open dialogue about mental health, helping young people build confidence and coping strategies during these important growing years.

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Celebrate creativity and cultural voices at "Our Voices, Our Truth, In Peace," a newly curated exhibit by the Kansas City African American Artists Collective opening Tuesday, March 3, 2026 at the Bruce R. Watkins Cultural Heritage Center in Kansas City, MO. This meaningful art display is a wonderful way to spark conversations with your kids about identity, expression, and community.

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Concerned about your preteen's mental health and wellbeing? Project Daylight is a FREE presentation touring Kansas City schools and community spaces that helps preteens develop real mental wellness skills. This engaging program tackles important topics in a way kids actually connect with,and it won't cost you a dime.

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Concerned about your preteen's mental health and wellbeing? Project Daylight brings a FREE, research-backed presentation to Kansas City schools on Friday, March 6, 2026, specifically designed to support the emotional wellness of kids ages 11-13. This valuable workshop gives preteens practical tools and confidence as they navigate growing up, and it won't cost your family a penny.

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Need a structured, playful activity for your preschooler? Preschool Playtime at Kansas City, Kansas Public Library Main Library (625 Minnesota Ave, Kansas City) on Tuesday, March 17, 2026 brings together children ages 2,5 and their guardians for age-appropriate games and activities that build social skills and confidence. It's a perfect blend of supervised fun and peer interaction in a welcoming library setting.

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Bring the whole family out for a St. Patrick's Day celebration on wheels! The annual Shamrock Skate in Kansas City, MO (Tuesday, March 17, 2026) is a festive, affordable way to enjoy quality time together. Wear green for just $6 admission (or $8 without), and skate rentals are completely free,plus the greenest skater wins a prize!

via Kansas City Parks and Recreation