Celebrate Fall in Kansas City and the surrounding region! Check out these exciting cultural arts activities to create a fabulous fall this year. Enjoy thrilling regional festivals, groundbreaking visual art exhibitions, stunning opera performances and more. Plan your schedule, invite family and friends and buy tickets now!
Lyric Opera’s fall lineup will open your world.
The groundbreaking 2024–2025 season begins in September with Kevin Puts’s The Brightness of Light, featuring the incomparable Renée Fleming and Rod Gilfry—this work will tell the story of the connection between artists Georgia O’Keeffe and Alfred Stieglitz. In November, the season continues with a stunning production of opera’s catchiest comedy, The Barber of Seville. Purchase tickets at kcopera.org or call the box office at (816) 471-7344, Monday through Friday, 10:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
BOOM! Salina back for its third year!
Boom! Salina Street Art & Mural Festival is back for a thrilling third year, set to add more murals to the growing Salina Kanvas gallery. Slated for September 30-October 5, the festival features an impressive line-up of muralists invited from around the world, each infusing Salina Downtown with their own signature artistic styles. For more info visit our website www.boomSalina.art
Discover the untold stories of the West at Crystal Bridges!
Americans know the West in many ways, from Hollywood images to personal experience, with every perspective a thread in a tapestry of voices. Uncover the hidden histories of the American West through art at Crystal Bridges, where you’ll explore the rich stories of Native American artists, pioneering women, and other often-overlooked voices in the groundbreaking exhibition Knowing the West.
Kemper Museum Gala 2024
Join the Kemper Museum of Contemporary Art on Saturday, November 2! A convergence of art and ideas, ArtSmash is a unique event that brings everyone together in support – and celebration – of the art of our time. By supporting the event, you help support access to free exhibitions and public programs for everyone.
Historical fun at the Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum
Just 4.5 hours away from KC is the Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum in Springfield, Illinois. Visitors will encounter historical settings, interactive exhibits and theatrical special effects that make the history engaging and fun for the whole family. The library holds an unparalleled collection of Lincoln books, documents, photographs, artifacts and art, as well as some 13 million items pertaining to all aspects of Illinois history.
Experience the Magic at the Kansas City Renaissance Festival!
Experience the magic at the Kansas City Renaissance Festival! Join us for seven adventure filled weekends. Visit Barbi Mermaid. Enjoy the new Crow’s Nest ride. Stop for drink at the House of Dragon’s Pub. Find unique hand-crafted gifts at over 150 shops. Experience 22 stages of entertainment, plus full-combat live-armored jousting. Come for the magic stay for the memories, weekends Labor Day and Columbus Day. August 31 – October 14.
The Coterie premieres Horse Power: Tom Bass’ American Story
Horse Power: Tom Bass’ American Story tells the inspiring story of Tom Bass, a Missourian born in slavery, who became the greatest horseman of his time, internationally known for being a horse whisperer and starting American Royal’s first horse show. In contemporary times, Natalia (“Nate”) Edmonds is a Black teenager in Kansas City who loves horses and learns about Tom Bass’ legacy as she grapples with what modern day racism looks like.
Deep Dive Into Gladfest 45
October 4 – 6 in Linden Square, Gladstone, MO, dive into the deep at Gladfest 45. Friday night is School of Rock at 7:30 p.m. Saturday has the pep rally at 10 a.m. and Superstar Mafia at 7:30 p.m. Come enjoy festival rides, crafts, music, food and drink. Learn more at www.gladstonechamber.com
KC Clay Guild Raku Night
Join KC Clay Guild for their annual Raku Night! Participants will choose a piece of bisqueware to glaze. The kiln crew will raku fire the pieces while you enjoy live music, food trucks, and Boulevard beer. Your piece will be ready to take home about an hour after it has been fired. All proceeds from Raku Night 2024 support the KC Clay Guild mission to promote the appreciation of and participation in ceramic arts through group and individual education programs, public outreach and the creation of a diverse ceramic arts community.
Opus 76 Quartet Signature Series: Mozart and Beethoven
Join Opus 76 Quartet for a captivating evening of classical music featuring the timeless works of two musical geniuses Mozart and Beethoven. Curated by OP76 violist Ashley Stanfield, this intimate in-person event will be held at the Old Mission United Methodist Church on October 17. Don’t miss this opportunity to enjoy an evening of exquisite music in a charming venue. Secure your spot now!