Can't Miss Fall Featured Events in Overland Park
The temperatures are dropping, the leaves are starting to change and a pumpkin spice latte suddenly sounds delicious...
It's fall, y'all! Check out our guide to everything going on in Overland Park this season.
September
Terra Luna
Immerse yourself in a spellbinding experience created exclusively for the Overland Park Arboretum & Botanical Gardens by Quixotic! Terra Luna guides guests on a wild journey through the Arboretum's grounds, culminating in an immersive performance uniting live music, dance, aerial acrobatics and more. The show includes eight performances between September 11-13 and 18-20, with September 11 and 18 being an adults-only (21+) experience. Ticket prices range between $25 and $60, and can be purchased here.
Fall Festival
Get ready for the Fall Festival in Downtown Overland Park on September 26 from 4 - 8 PM, and September 27 from 8 AM - 5 PM! Enjoy hands-on activities, live entertainment, friendly vendors, and delicious festival food with the whole family, including your furry friends. Explore booths featuring over 75 local and regional artists, and indulge in treats from food trucks, local restaurants, and Farmers’ Market vendors. For more information about the Overland Park Fall Festival, click here.
October
Pumpkin Hollow
Mosey on down to Deanna Rose Children's Farmstead for Pumpkin Hollow all October long! Bring the whole family to explore the hay pyramid, giant slide, spider web maze, and enjoy other old-fashioned activities before picking your pumpkin to take home. This event runs on select dates October 1-26. Admission is $5 for ages 3+, Pumpkin Hollow tickets are an additional $10 per person and can be purchased here.
Hawktoberfest in Bluhawk
Bluhawk's 3rd Annual Hawktoberfest is happening on Saturday, October 4th from 1 - 5 PM, offering a family-friendly fall festival packed with free activities and entertainment. Enjoy hayrides, face painting, balloon artists, inflatables, magic shows, a foam party and more, along with delicious concessions and live music. This event is free to attend.
Night at the Living Farm
To end October with a bang, Deanna Rose Children's Farmstead is hosting their annual Halloween event: Night at the Living Farm. Participate in mad science experiments, a flashlight scavenger hunt, princess dances, fortune teller readings and top it all off with a marshmallow roast. Don’t forget to pack a costume! The event includes four dates: October 17, 18, 24, and 25. Tickets are $15 per person and can be purchased here.
Botanical Brewfest
Immerse yourself in a symphony of flavors and fall foliage at Botanical Brewfest on Saturday, October 18 from 12 - 3 PM! Sample hundreds of beers from regional and local breweries, mouthwatering bites, and take in the natural beauty at the Overland Park Arboretum and Botanical Gardens. Ticket prices range between $55 and $75, and can be purchased here.
November
Mayor's Holiday Festival
Head to Downtown Overland Park for the Mayor's Holiday Festival on November 21. Bring along the family to enjoy the tree lighting ceremony at Thompson Park, live music, photos with Santa Claus and other festive activities. This event is free to attend.
Luminary Walk and Electric Glow
Kick off your holiday season with a festive family walk through the lights at the Overland Park Arboretum & Botanical Gardens! During the Luminary Walk on November 28 & 29, gardens are bright with color, while the walkways through quiet woods are lit with candles. Tickets are $15 per person ages 5+ and must be reserved ahead of time here starting October 1. For a more low-key light show experience, attend Electric Glow on November 26. Capacity is limited during this event and only the electric lights are on, making it ideal for younger spectators to wander through the gardens, fairy and gnome houses freely. Tickets are $10 per person ages 5+ and must be reserved ahead of time here starting October 1.
We can’t wait to see how you spend the season in Overland Park! Tag us on social @VisitOverlandPark so we can follow along with the fun!
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