Free Things to Do in Overland Park
If you’d like to have more fun while spending less money, you’re in the right place! A number of local attractions and points of interest are free of charge, giving travelers plenty of options to explore, enjoy, and save.
This guide of free things to do in Overland Park offers a few of our favorite activities that cost $0. From free kids activities to free art museums, you'll find that it's totally possible—quite easy, even—to experience OP without spending a fortune.
Free Things to Do With Kids
Deanna Rose Children’s Farmstead
Overland Park has plenty of free things to do with kids so you can get the most out of your visit without breaking the bank.
Experience life in turn-of-the-century Kansas at Deanna Rose Children’s Farmstead, complete with farm animals and a bustling Main Street. Admission is free after 2 pm, Monday through Thursday, except on holidays.
SCHEELS
Have a family day out at Scheels to see the 16,000 gallon aquarium and play at their indoor play area. For a fun, affordable experience, take a $1 ride on the indoor Ferris wheel!
Johnson County Museum and KidScape
Get hands on with history at the Johnson County Museum and KidScape, exploring a complete 1950s all-electric house and more. The museum has four free days a year and participates in multiple free and low-cost admission programs.
Splash Pads & Pools
Need a summer activity for the kids? Nothings better on a hot summer day than a splash pad and there are several here you can happily enjoy at no charge! Or make your visit to Overland Park even easier when you book a hotel with a pool.
Free Things to Do Outdoors
Indian Creek Hike & Bike Trail
The Indian Creek Trail is just one of the many trails in Overland Park that connect various green spaces around town and across the metro. OP’s 10-mile portion of the Indian Creek Trail is paved and winds through woods and open green space.
Overland Park Farmers' Market
The Overland Park Farmers' Market features farm-fresh produce and locally-made products from more than 80 vendors. Open seasonally on Saturdays and Wednesdays until 1 p.m., the market is free to enter.
Overland Park Arboretum & Botanical Gardens
Surround yourself with lush, natural scenery at the Overland Park Arboretum & Botanical Gardens. This 300-acre ecological sanctuary is the perfect escape into nature. The Arboretum is free on the first Tuesday of every month.
Prairiefire Summer Music Series
The Prairiefire Summer Music Series is a great way to enjoy live music outdoors in Kansas City. Local bands play the entertainment district every Thursday from 7-10 pm from May to September.
Free Things to Do For Art Lovers
The Nerman Museum of Contemporary Art
From outdoor murals to free art museums and galleries showcasing local talent, it doesn’t cost a dime to experience art in Overland Park. You can plan a whole itinerary exploring the arts around town, all without breaking the bank
The Nerman Museum of Contemporary Art is a hidden gem on the Johnson County Community College campus. With free admission, explore the museum’s 11 galleries featuring an internationally acclaimed collection of emerging and established artists.
Art Galleries
Images Art Gallery in downtown OP is the oldest cooperative gallery in the greater Kansas City area. Stop by to see works of fine art by local artists.
While you're downtown, drop into 80 Santa Fe Art Gallery. This isn't your typical white-walls-and-whispers kind of gallery, it's a bustling hub of community creativity.
The Eva Reynolds Fine Art Gallery was selected by the American Art Awards as the best gallery in Kansas and one of the top 25 galleries and museums in the United States.
Murals & Photo Opportunities
You’ll find more free art while in downtown Overland Park, like selfie-worthy murals and public art installations.
For more fun with the arts, let your inner photographer play at the most Instagrammable spots in Overland Park.
Free Things to Do For History Buffs
The Strang Line
In downtown Overland Park, view the Strang Line Car Barn where trolleys were stored and repaired before transporting people from Overland Park to downtown Kansas City.
At Thompson Park you can find the Strang Carriage House, which used to be the residence of William B. Strang, Jr.’s personal driver, while also housing carriages and automobiles.
Memorials
The 9/11 Memorial is a place for reflection and remembrance at the Overland Park Fire Training Center with a steel beam from Ground Zero, educational panels from the 9/11 Commission Report, and a weeping wall fountain.
The Korean War Veterans Memorial honors the service and sacrifice of those who served in the armed forces from 1950-1955 with 30 granite panels featuring names of soldiers lost in the war.
Free Annual Events in Overland Park
Every year, Overland Park comes alive with free events that celebrate art, music, and the community.
Free Events
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