Kids In KC Blog

Welcome! I’m a local mom here to give you all the insight you need to plan fun, family-friendly adventures in Kansas City.

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Ideas for Summer Activities, both indoors and outdoors, in the Kansas City area!
Exploration Place in Wichita, KS - A Must Visit Family Destination From Kansas City
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Exploration Place in Wichita, KS - A Must Visit Family Destination From Kansas City
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Worth the drive from Kansas City to Wichita, KS! Check out Exploration Place for the incredible science museum, but stay for the state-of-the-art outdoor playground, Adventure Playscape. There is so much to do here for all ages! It’s a must visit road trip!

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Kansas City Summer Break 10 Things to Do Under $10
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Kansas City Summer Break 10 Things to Do Under $10
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Here are 10 ideas all $10 or less to help you plan an epic summer break in Kansas City!

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Ultimate Guide to Kansas City Metro Splash Parks
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Ultimate Guide to Kansas City Metro Splash Parks
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There are over 40 splash parks in the Kansas City metro! Here is your guide to all of them.

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Summer Movies in Kansas City for Kids 2026
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Summer Movies in Kansas City for Kids 2026
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Summer movies for $5 or less?! Yes please! Here are all the indoor and outdoor movie events in the KC metro.

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2-Hour Weekend Trip from Kansas City: Family-Friendly Things to Do in Southeast Kansas
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2-Hour Weekend Trip from Kansas City: Family-Friendly Things to Do in Southeast Kansas
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It’s affordable, driveable, and perfect for a weekend visit. Here is my guide to Southeast Kansas for families!

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Kid-Friendly Things to Do in Liberty, MO – Just a Short Drive from Kansas City
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Kid-Friendly Things to Do in Liberty, MO – Just a Short Drive from Kansas City
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Travel, Summer, Indoor, Splash Park
Fenced-In Parks in the Kansas City Area
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Fenced-In Parks in the Kansas City Area
Parks, Inclusive, Toddler-Friendly
Parks, Inclusive, Toddler-Friendly
Shaded Playgrounds in the Kansas City Metro
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Shaded Playgrounds in the Kansas City Metro
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Parks, Summer
Apple Picking Near Kansas City
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Apple Picking Near Kansas City
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Summer, Fall, Nature
Sunflower Fields Near Kansas City
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Sunflower Fields Near Kansas City
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Summer, Fall, Nature

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