World Cup Events
FIFA Fan Festival™ – Kansas City
Date June 11 – July 3, 2026 (select dates) Time 6:00 PM onwards on event nights — free admission. Location National WWI Museum and Memorial, 2 Memorial Dr, Kansas City, MO
Kansas City's Official FIFA Fan Festival™ transforms the grounds of the National WWI Museum and Memorial into an 18-day global soccer celebration with giant screens, local food vendors, interactive soccer activities, and live concerts. Capacity up to 25,000 fans. Headliners include Tech N9ne (June 11), The Chainsmokers (June 12), and The All-American Rejects (July 10). Free to attend.
FIFA World Cup 2026™ – Argentina vs. Algeria
Date: June 16
Time: Kickoff 8:00 PM CT · Park & Ride from Oak Park Mall, Overland Park
Location: GEHA Field at Arrowhead Stadium, 1 Arrowhead Dr, Kansas City,
Kansas City kicks off its World Cup hosting with one of the most anticipated group-stage matches: Argentina vs. Algeria in Group J. https://www.kc2026.com/
FIFA World Cup 2026™ – Ecuador vs. Curaçao
Date: June 20
Time: Kickoff 9:00 PM CT
Location: GEHA Field at Arrowhead Stadium, 1 Arrowhead Dr, Kansas City, MO
Kansas City's second World Cup group-stage match features Ecuador taking on Curaçao. Park & Ride available at Oak Park Mall in Overland Park for match-day transportation.
FIFA World Cup 2026™ – Tunisia vs. Netherlands
Date: June 24
Time: Kickoff 7:00 PM CT
Location: GEHA Field at Arrowhead Stadium, 1 Arrowhead Dr, Kansas City
Kansas City hosts its third group-stage World Cup match as Tunisia faces the Netherlands. Park & Ride service from Oak Park Mall.
FIFA World Cup 2026™ – Algeria vs. Austria
Match Day at Park Place:
- Date: Saturday, June 23, 2026
- Time: 12:00 PM – 10:00 PM (match times are based on FIFA schedule)
- Location: Park Place, Leawood, KS (4700 W 117th St, Leawood, KS 66211)
Gather in Park Place for a community watch experience as the Argentina v. Algeria match takes center stage on three big screens. Enjoy food and drinks from local restaurants, themed pop-ups, and Leawood For the Goal giveaways in a lively, outdoor setting designed for fans, families, and friends to celebrate together.
3v3 Tournament and Fun Fest presented by NBKC Bank
- Date: Friday–Sunday, June 26–28, 2026
- Time: 10:00 AM – 8:00 PM each day
- Location: Leawood City Park, 10601 Lee Blvd, Leawood, KS 66206
This three-day, festival-style soccer event at Leawood City Park features fast-paced 3v3 games for all ages and skill levels. Teams compete in guaranteed matches with bracket play finals, while spectators enjoy food trucks, music, games, and family-friendly activities in a high-energy community atmosphere. Plus, enjoy a featured match with Sporting KC Legends- Graham Zusi, Matt Besler and Tim Melia!
Town Center Tailgate
- Date: Saturday, June 27, 2026
- Time: 11:00 AM – 9:00 PM
- Location: Town Center Plaza, 4700 W 117th St, Leawood, KS 66211
A soccer-inspired summer celebration at Town Center Plaza, this tailgate-style event brings together families, fans, and visitors for live music, local vendors, games, giveaways, and interactive experiences. With food, entertainment, and special guest appearances, it offers a festive, welcoming way to celebrate the global excitement.
FIFA Fan Festival™ – Kansas City
Dates: June 11 – July 3, 2026 (select dates)
Time: 6:00 PM
Location: National WWI Museum and Memorial, 2 Memorial Dr, Kansas City
Kansas City's Official FIFA Fan Festival™ transforms the grounds of the National WWI Museum and Memorial into an 18-day global soccer celebration with giant screens, local food vendors, interactive soccer activities, and live concerts. Headliners include Tech N9ne (June 11), The Chainsmokers (June 12), and The All-American Rejects (July 10). Free to attend.
Community Events:
Old Shawnee Days
Date: June 4–7
Time: Thu–Fri 6–10 PM · Sat: Parade 10 AM, Festival 11 AM–10 PM · Sun: Noon–6 PM
Location: Shawnee Town 1929, 11501 W. 57th Street, Shawnee
Shawnee's beloved summer kickoff tradition since 1968. This free four-day festival features carnival rides, live music, vendor booths, kids' activities, and a Saturday morning community parade. Old Shawnee Days has long been the unofficial start of summer for thousands of Johnson County families. All performances are free; food, rides, and vendor purchases vary in price.
https://www.oldshawneedays.org/
Downtown Overland Park Art Fair
Date: June 12–13
Time: Friday 4:00–10:00 PM · Saturday 8:00 AM–4:00 PM
Location: Downtown Overland Park, 7935 Santa Fe Dr, Overland Park
A juried outdoor art fair in the heart of Downtown Overland Park. Friday night transforms into a Night Market hosted by InterUrban ArtHouse, with illuminated booths, live music, and dancing until 10 PM. Saturday brings family-friendly fun with children's activities, art demonstrations, food trucks, and more live music.
https://www.downtownop.org/events/
Great Lenexa BBQ Battle
Date: June 26–27
Time: Friday 4:30–11:00 PM (public) · Saturday all day · $5 gate admission
Location: Sar-Ko-Par Trails Park, 8825 Lackman Rd, Lenexa
The official Kansas State Championship BBQ Competition, started in 1982 and now attracting nearly 200 competing pitmasters. Sanctioned by the Kansas City Barbeque Society and hosted by Lenexa Parks & Recreation, the event features live music, food and drinks, kids' activities, and a $3,000 Grand Champion prize. One of the metro's most beloved summer traditions.
https://www.lenexa.com/Events-Activities/Festivals-Special-Events/Great-Lenexa-BBQ-Battle
Stars and Stripes Picnic — Kansas City's Official 4th of July Celebration
Date: July 4, 2026
Time: Grounds open 3:00 PM · Fireworks ~9:40 PM (free, rain or shine)
Location: National WWI Museum and Memorial, 2 Memorial Dr, Kansas City
Kansas City's official Independence Day celebration on the south grounds of the National WWI Museum and Memorial. Enjoy 20+ local food trucks, vendor booths, and live music before a stunning 20-minute fireworks show over the Liberty Memorial Tower. Free for all ages. One of the most scenic 4th of July settings in the entire metro.
https://www.visitkc.com/articles/everything-you-need-know-about-fourth-july-kansas-city/
Leawood Celebration in the Park
Date: July 4
Time: Aquatic Center Noon · Activities & food trucks 6:00 PM · Fireworks 9:45 PM
Location: Leawood City Park, 10601 Lee Blvd, Leawood
Leawood's free, family-centered Fourth of July celebration. Cool off at the Leawood Aquatic Center in the afternoon, then enjoy mechanical bull rides, rock climbing, inflatables, face painting, balloon artists, food trucks, and live music starting at 6 PM. Ends with a spectacular fireworks display. Free parking and shuttle service along Tomahawk Creek Parkway.
Overland Park Star Spangled Spectacular
Date: July 4, (rain date: July 5)
Time: Food trucks & concerts 5:00 PM · Fireworks 10:00 PM
Locations: Corporate Woods Founders' Park, 9711 W 109th St, Overland Park
Overland Park's beloved free Independence Day tradition at Corporate Woods Founders' Park. The National Guard Band opens the evening with patriotic tunes, followed by high-energy live bands, leading up to one of the best fireworks displays in the KC metro at 10 PM. Bring blankets, chairs, and coolers. Dogs on leashes welcome. All parking is open and free all day.
https://www.opkansas.org/recreation-fun/arts-music/star-spangled-spectacular/
Prairie Village VillageFest
Date: July 4
Time: 7:30 PM · Fireworks 9:30 PM
Location: Prairie Village Municipal Campus, Prairie Village
Prairie Village's charming Fourth of July community celebration, VillageFest brings residents together for an evening of live entertainment, patriotic activities, and a fireworks finale.