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The official page for the City of Kansas City, Missouri Parks & Recreation Department. 🌳🛝⚽️ ENJOY . . .

Kansas City, Missouri ‘s 220 parks, 135 miles of boulevards and parkways, 47 fountains, 87 sculptures and monuments, 27 lakes, 38 miles of trails and bikeways, five golf courses, four museums and hundreds of special events. Highlights include: Swope Park, one of the country’s largest urban parks, and home to the Zoo, Starlight Theatre, Lakeside Nature Center and the annual Ethnic Enrichment Festival; Loose Park Rose Garden featuring 4,000 roses of nearly 150 varieties; and Shoal Creek Living History Museum, a village of more than 20 authentic 19th century buildings. In addition, ten unique community centers--featuring fitness equipment, classes, pools, tennis courts, gymnasiums, walking tracks--located throughout Kansas City, will help keep you and your family in shape.

05/11/2026

‼️ The Platte Purchase Park Pickleball court lights will remain off through January 2, 2027, due to the Winter Magic Holiday Light Display. Lights will resume normal operation on January 3, 2027

Thank you for your understanding.

05/11/2026

Santa Paws in the Park is almost here, and we’ve assembled a team of top dogs to help prepare Kansas City for the most festive event of the season. 🐶🎄✨

Meet our first official Santa Paws Ambassadors, Athena and Aurora!

As two of the happiest huskies in Kansas City, you’ll never see Athena (8) and Aurora (6) without big smiles. These happy-go-lucky girls are always down for whatever adventure mom has planned, whether it’s road tripping to a new hiking trail or just snuggling on the couch.

Given their ready-for-anything attitudes and infectious joy, Athena and Aurora both accepted the role of Santa Paws Ambassador without hesitation. The sisters are already planning their outfits for the Santa Paws Parade and can’t wait to help lead with Grand Marshal KC Wolf!

Throughout the month, Athena and Aurora are going to take us along as they prepare for the big day, so make sure you tune in to JEN + ATHENA, ARES & AURORA ! ❤️✨

05/11/2026

Santa Paws in the Park is almost here, and we’ve assembled a team of top dogs to help prepare Kansas City for the most festive event of the season. 🐶🎄❤️

Meet our first official Santa Paws Ambassadors, Athena and Aurora!

As two of the happiest huskies in Kansas City, you’ll never see Athena (8) and Aurora (6) without big smiles. These happy-go-lucky girls are always down for whatever adventure mom has planned, whether it’s road tripping to a new hiking trail or just snuggling on the couch.

Given their ready-for-anything attitudes and infectious joy, Athena and Aurora both accepted the role of Santa Paws Ambassador without hesitation. The sisters are already planning their outfits for the Santa Paws Parade and can’t wait to help lead with Grand Marshal KC Wolf!

Throughout the month, Athena and Aurora are going to take us along as they prepare for the big day, so make sure you tune in to JEN + ATHENA, ARES & AURORA ! ❤️✨

02/11/2026

Calling all Kansas City pups! Mark your calendars for Santa Paws in the Park. 🎄🐶

On Saturday, Dec. 5 from 1 –3 p.m. at Loose Park, ring in the holiday season at one of Kansas City’s favorite pet-friendly traditions! This free event features:

• A Pet Parade led by Grand Marshal KC Wolf and Santa
• A holiday costume contest (with prizes!)
• Photos with Santa, KC Wolf and Chiefs Cheer
• A pup cup treat bar
• The Furever Tree Memorial by American Lawn
• A holiday paw art activity
• Complimentary coffee and hot chocolate by Fika Coffee

Registration is open NOW! Visit the link in our bio to register. For more information, visit: https://kcparks.org/events/santa-paws-in-the-park/

01/11/2026

31/10/2026

Winter Magic is returning for its seventh year in the Northland. Here's everything you need to know: https://fox4kc.com/news/winter-magic-holiday-lights-returns-to-the-northland-next-week/

30/10/2026

⚽ Get your little ones out and kicking this fall with Let's Play Soccer! Kids will learn soccer fundamentals, build confidence, and make new friends having a blast on the field.

Register at https://kcparks.org/programs/lets-play-soccer/ or at a Community Center!

Let's Play Soccer
Ages 4-6 | $40/player
November 2-December 14
Garrison Community Center
1124 E 5th St, Kansas City, MO 64106

29/10/2026

🎃 Don't miss the last Floating Pumpkin Patch of the season tomorrow at Southeast Community Center from 5-7 PM!

Save time and register here ($5/person): https://kcparks.org/event/floating-pumpkin-patch-3/

October 30 | 5:00-7:00 PM
4201 E. 63rd Street., Kansas City, MO 64130

29/10/2026

🐾🎅 Save the Date: Santa Paws in the Park with Kansas City Parks and Recreation! 🎄🐶

Get ready for some howl-iday fun! Santa Paws in the Park returns to Kansas City on Saturday, December 5, bringing a festive afternoon of furry friends, holiday cheer, and family-friendly fun to Loose Park. This beloved pet-friendly tradition features a pet parade led by KC Wolf and Santa, a holiday costume contest with prizes, photos with Santa, festive photo ops, a pup cup treat bar, holiday paw art, and appearances by Chiefs Cheerleaders. Best of all, admission and activities are free!

📅 Saturday, December 5, 2026 | 1–3 PM

📍 Loose Park Rose Garden and Mall
5100 Wornall Road, Kansas City, MO

The fun kicks off with parade staging at 12:45 PM, followed by the pet parade at 1 PM and the costume contest at 1:15 PM. From 1:15–3 PM, families can enjoy photos with Santa, pup cups, holiday activities, and more! Visitors can also stop by the Furever Tree throughout December to honor beloved pets who have passed away. Dogs must remain leashed throughout the event, so grab those festive sweaters, dress up the pups, and save the date for a paw-some holiday celebration! 🐾❤️

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+18165137500

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http://www.kcparks.org/, https://linktr.ee/kcmoparks

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