Special guest presenter Phoenix Da P.O.E.T. Steve Arledge aka “Phoenix Da P.O.E.T” (People Outwardly Expressing Themselves) is a Kansas City native, author, spoken word artist, and Founder & CEO of the Gyan Healing Center, a nonprofit advancing healing and community through the foundational principles of Hip Hop and holistic practices. His work explores the intersection of identity, culture, healing, […]
Join us for the 2026 Honey Harvest! A free community event to learn about the bees on the Union Cemetery grounds. Small jars of honey will also be available for purchase. Free guided history tours will be offered as well.
O.A.R. with Gavin DeGraw and KT Tunstall at Starlight Theatre on August 30, 2026.
Josh Groban: Stage, Screen and Symphony at Starlight Theatre on September 1, 2026.
Join us on Friday, September 4th, beginning at 10 a.m. Hero Parade: Baron BMW, with the assistance of KCMO police escort, will lead a parade featuring childhood cancer heroes and their families to the park. Press Conference: A short press conference will be held to discuss the importance of childhood cancer awareness and the impact […]
Bring your children for a fun morning to hear Mother Nature read stories. Make a craft and take it home. You may also get a chance to meet one of our education animals.
All scheduled hikes are open to the public. There is no fee. Hikes will be cancelled in severe weather – call the center (816-513-8960) for confirmation. Please dress appropriately for the weather of the day (i.e. raingear, layers of clothing for cold weather, sunscreen and hats for warm weather, insect repellent, closed-toed shoes or boots). […]
The Mobile Music Box returns to Westwood Park with a concert from Kansas City Symphony musicians!
Set in turn-of-the century New York City, Starlight's Production of Disney's Newsies is the rousing tale of Jack Kelly, a charismatic newsboy and leader of a band of teenaged "newsies." When titans of publishing raise distribution prices at the newsboys’ expense, Jack rallies newsies from across the city to strike against the unfair conditions and fight for what's […]
Join Congressman Cleaver, Mayor Lucas, City officials, and Parks Board members for the commencement of this exciting project. U.S. Representative Emanuel Cleaver, II (D-MO) secured $2.8 million in Community Project Funding to build a pedestrian bridge connecting communities on the north and south banks of Brush Creek and allow pedestrians to safely reach the playground […]
Join us in Mill Creek Park on the Country Club Plaza for a Pep Rally featuring KC Wolf, Chiefs Cheer, and the Rumble! Live dyeing of Mill Creek Fountain at Noon! In celebration of the season opener, Chiefs flags will be flown on the Sister Cities Bridge and the following fountains will be dyed red […]
Featuring Robert Tribitt III & Friends Noted musician, pianist, songwriter, producer, and musical director Robert Tribitt III has been a driving force in uniting Kansas City’s vibrant live-music scene. He has created performance opportunities for local and national musicians and was honored in 2025 as the Kansas City People’s Choice Award recipient for “Best Musician”. Robert brings his special brand of R&B, […]
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After Regular Business Hours and Weekends: 816-668-6990
E-mail: kcparkssecurity@kcmo.org
If you have an emergency, 9-1-1 is still the appropriate first call and then call the Rangers. The listed numbers will not be answered if a ranger is not on duty.
