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303 E. Iron Ave., Salina, KS 67401, Salina, Salina
Mon: Closed · Tue: 11:30 AM-5:30 PM · Wed: 11:30 AM-5:30 PM · Thu: 11:30 AM-5:30 PM · Fri: 11:30 AM-5:30 PM · Sat: Event-dependent · Sun: Event-dependent
Community theater producing live stage performances, seasonal productions, and educational opportunities.
250 Lakewood Drive, Salina, KS 67401, Salina, Salina
Outdoor recreation area with nature trails, picnic areas, disc golf, fishing access, and the Lakewood Discovery Center.
909 N. Highway 7, Olathe, KS 66061, Olathe, Olathe
Mon: 9 AM-4:30 PM · Tue: 9 AM-4:30 PM · Wed: 9 AM-4:30 PM · Thu: 9 AM-4:30 PM · Fri: 9 AM-4:30 PM · Sat: 9 AM-4:30 PM · Sun: 1 PM-4:30 PM
A nature center with wildlife exhibits, educational programs, bird-feeding views and access to Ernie Miller Park.
242 S. Santa Fe Ave., Salina, KS 67401, Salina, Salina
Mon: By appointment · Tue: 10 AM-6 PM · Wed: 10 AM-6 PM · Thu: 10 AM-6 PM · Fri: 10 AM-6 PM · Sat: 10 AM-6 PM · Sun: 10 AM-2 PM
Contemporary art center with free gallery admission, exhibitions, educational programs, and an independent-film cinema.
3403 W. 53rd St., Fairway, KS 66205, Fairway, Fairway
Mon: Grounds dawn-dusk; buildings closed · Tue: Grounds dawn-dusk; buildings closed · Wed: 10 AM-5 PM · Thu: 10 AM-5 PM · Fri: 10 AM-5 PM · Sat: 10 AM-5 PM · Sun: Grounds dawn-dusk; buildings closed
12-acre historic campus with three preserved buildings, native and demonstration gardens, museum exhibits, and extensive green space.
14907 W. 87th St. Pkwy., Lenexa, KS 66215, Lenexa, Lenexa
Wed: 10 AM-4 PM · Sat: 10 AM-4 PM
Legler Barn Museum & Depot is a free heritage museum in Sar-Ko-Par Trails Park that preserves Lenexa history through a historic barn, restored train depot, Strang Line wait station, bandstand replica and caboose. The museum also offers history programs, tours and research by...
8788 Metcalf Avenue, Overland Park, KS 66212, Overland Park, Overland Park
Mon: 9 AM-4:30 PM · Tue: 9 AM-4:30 PM · Wed: 9 AM-4:30 PM · Thu: 9 AM-4:30 PM · Fri: 9 AM-4:30 PM · Sat: 9 AM-4:30 PM · Sun: Closed
Local history museum featuring the Becoming Johnson County exhibit, the 1950s All-Electric House, collections, and family-oriented exhibits.
5801 W. 135th Street, Overland Park, KS 66223, Overland Park, Overland Park
Mon: 10 AM-5 PM · Tue: 10 AM-5 PM · Wed: 10 AM-5 PM · Thu: 10 AM-5 PM · Fri: 10 AM-5 PM · Sat: 10 AM-5 PM · Sun: 12 PM-5 PM
Interactive science and natural-history museum with dinosaur exhibits, live animal encounters, educational programs, dinosaur digs, and space-themed experiences.
140 N. 5th St., Salina, KS 67401, Salina, Salina
Mon: 9 AM-5 PM · Tue: 9 AM-5 PM · Wed: 9 AM-5 PM · Thu: 9 AM-5 PM · Fri: 9 AM-5 PM
Indoor sports and recreation facility with basketball, volleyball, futsal, soccer, turf fields, batting cages, pitching tunnels, leagues, camps, and parties.
1500 Gypsum Ave., Salina, KS 67401, Salina, Salina
Thirty-five-acre destination park with hiking and nature trails, a small fishing pond, prairie grass, sledding hills, picnic facilities, and views over Salina and the Smoky Hill River.
250 Lakewood Drive, Salina, KS 67401, Salina, Salina
Mon: 8:30 AM-4 PM · Tue: 8:30 AM-4 PM · Wed: 8:30 AM-4 PM · Thu: 8:30 AM-4 PM · Fri: 8:30 AM-4 PM
Nature center offering environmental education, nature-based programs, seasonal activities, and group visits.
1200 East Kansas City Road, Olathe, KS 66061, Olathe, Olathe
Mon: 10 AM-4 PM · Tue: 10 AM-4 PM · Wed: 10 AM-4 PM · Thu: 10 AM-4 PM · Fri: 10 AM-4 PM · Sat: 10 AM-4 PM · Sun: Closed
A preserved Santa Fe Trail stagecoach stop offering living-history activities, historic demonstrations, farm animals, museum exhibits, and seasonal stagecoach rides.
One River City Drive, Kansas City, KS 66101, Kansas City, Kansas City
Mon: 7 AM-10 PM · Tue: 7 AM-10 PM · Wed: 7 AM-10 PM · Thu: 7 AM-10 PM · Fri: 7 AM-10 PM · Sat: 7 AM-10 PM · Sun: 7 AM-10 PM
Kaw Point Park is a riverfront park in Kansas City at the confluence of the Kansas and Missouri rivers. Visitors can find hiking and biking trails, picnic areas, wildlife viewing, a boat launch and Lewis and Clark interpretive signs.
91st Street & Leavenworth Road, Kansas City, KS 66109, Kansas City, Kansas City
Mon: 6 AM-10 PM · Tue: 6 AM-10 PM · Wed: 6 AM-10 PM · Thu: 6 AM-10 PM · Fri: 6 AM-10 PM · Sat: 6 AM-10 PM · Sun: 6 AM-10 PM
Wyandotte County Lake Park is a large Kansas City park centered on a 400-acre lake. The listing describes fishing, boating, marina access, trails, playgrounds, picnic areas, equestrian trails and a Korean-Vietnam War Memorial.
730 Oakdale Dr., Salina, KS 67401, Salina, Salina
Destination park with botanical gardens, playground, sound garden, pickleball courts, gazebo, restrooms, shelters, and the Eric Stein Stage.
200 SE 5th St, Abilene, KS 67410, Abilene
A heritage railroad offering narrated excursions through the Smoky Hill River Valley and historic railroad experiences.
407 S Buckeye, Abilene, KS 67410, Abilene
A free museum exploring greyhound history with exhibits, a short film and self-guided tour.
6232 E 29th St N, Wichita, KS 67220, Wichita, Kansas, Wichita
Great Plains Nature Center is a Wichita nature center with trails, exhibits and nature programming. Its listing describes opportunities to explore prairie and wildlife habitat at 6232 E 29th St N.
300 N. McLean Blvd., Wichita, KS 67203, Wichita, Kansas, Wichita
Exploration Place is a hands-on science center in Wichita along the Arkansas River. The listing describes interactive exhibits, live science shows and a dome theater at 300 N. McLean Blvd.
7900 Renner Road, Shawnee, KS 66219, Shawnee, Shawnee
Mon: 5 AM-11 PM · Tue: 5 AM-11 PM · Wed: 5 AM-11 PM · Thu: 5 AM-11 PM · Fri: 5 AM-11 PM · Sat: 5 AM-11 PM · Sun: 5 AM-11 PM
Large regional park with a 120-acre lake, swimming beach, marina, nature trails, playgrounds, hiking and mountain-biking trails, disc golf, archery, equestrian trails, and an off-leash dog area.
One River City Drive, Kansas City, KS, Kansas City, Kansas City
Lewis & Clark Park at Kaw Point is a Kansas City riverfront park where the Kansas and Missouri rivers meet. The listing describes wooded trails, interpretive signs, picnic areas, a boat launch and views of the Kansas City skyline.
Coronado Heights Road, northwest of Lindsborg, KS 67456, Lindsborg, Lindsborg
Scenic Smoky Hills bluff with a historic stone castle, picnic areas, hiking, photography opportunities, kite flying, and off-road bicycle trails.
RC68+89, Salina, KS, Salina, Salina
Natural area with an easy 1.6-mile loop trail suitable for hiking, jogging, and mountain biking.
521 Lincoln Ave, Wamego, KS 66547, Wamego, Wamego
A historic Wamego performing arts venue and gallery that hosts theater, concerts, and art exhibits.
599 6th St, Wamego, KS 66547, Wamego, Wamego
A central 12-acre Wamego park with a fishing pond, playground, Dutch windmill, children's train, and space for community festivals.
511 Road to Oz Highway, Wamego, KS 66547, Wamego, Wamego
A Wizard of Oz museum and gift shop in downtown Wamego featuring Oz memorabilia and exhibits.
2480B KS Hwy 177, Strong City, KS 66869, Emporia, Emporia
A nearly 11,000-acre preserve in the Flint Hills with hiking, historic buildings, ranger programs and opportunities to learn about the tallgrass prairie. The preserve is about 16 miles west of Emporia.
151 S. Santa Fe, Salina, KS 67401, Salina, Salina
Mon: 12 PM-4:30 PM · Tue: 12 PM-4:30 PM · Wed: 12 PM-4:30 PM · Thu: 12 PM-4:30 PM · Fri: 12 PM-4:30 PM · Sat: 2 hours before showtime on show days · Sun: 2 hours before showtime on show days
A historic downtown Salina performing arts venue presenting concerts, theater and other live entertainment. The theatre is at 151 S. Santa Fe.
2123 Main Street, Great Bend, KS 67530, Great Bend, Great Bend
A free zoo in Great Bend featuring animals from around the world and a raptor rehabilitation program.
Downtown Salina, KS 67401, Salina, Salina
An annual juried outdoor sculpture exhibition in downtown Salina. The self-guided public art experience places sculptures throughout the historic downtown area.
204 NE 60 Road, Great Bend, KS 67530, Great Bend, Great Bend
A major Kansas wildlife area near Great Bend offering opportunities for bird watching and other outdoor activities.
3000 Sternberg Drive, Hays, KS 67601, Hays, Hays
A natural history museum in Hays featuring fossils, live animals, natural history exhibits, science programs and guided tours. The museum is part of Fort Hays State University.
5991 17th Street, Grantville, KS 66429, Grantville
9/25/2026 – 10/31/2026
Gary’s Farm Fest opens its 2026 fall season September 25 in Grantville, Kansas. The farm lists more than 30 attractions and activities as part of its fall season.
Kansas City
9/2/2026 – 10/31/2026
U-Pick Apples at Cider Hill Family Orchard is an agritourism activity in Kansas City during the September and October season. The listing describes pick-your-own apples and pumpkins.
Ottawa
Prairie Spirit Trail State Park is a rail-trail running through eastern Kansas communities and offering opportunities for bicycling, walking and other trail recreation.
Sylvan Grove
Wilson Reservoir is a popular central Kansas fishing and boating destination near Wilson State Park.
Ozawkie
Perry Reservoir is a major northeast Kansas fishing destination with public access and recreation facilities.
Vassar
Pomona Reservoir offers public fishing and boating in the Flint Hills region.
Stockton
Webster Reservoir offers public fishing, boating and outdoor recreation in northwest Kansas.
Manhattan
Tuttle Creek Reservoir is a major north central Kansas fishing and boating destination.
Webber
Lovewell Reservoir offers public fishing, boating and outdoor recreation in north central Kansas.
Marion
Marion Reservoir is a central Kansas fishing and boating destination with public recreation access.
Osage City
Melvern Reservoir is a northeast Kansas fishing destination associated with Eisenhower State Park.
Marquette
Kanopolis Reservoir offers public fishing and boating in the Smoky Hills near Kanopolis State Park.
Glen Elder
Glen Elder Reservoir, also known as Waconda Lake, is a north central Kansas fishing and boating destination.
El Dorado
El Dorado Reservoir offers public fishing and boating near El Dorado and is managed as a major Kansas recreation lake.
Cheney
Cheney Reservoir is a large public fishing destination near Wichita with access for boating and shoreline recreation.
5800A River Pond Rd, Manhattan, KS 66502, Manhattan
Tuttle Creek State Park provides access to Tuttle Creek Reservoir with camping, fishing, boating, trails, hunting and wildlife viewing. Verified against Kansas Department of Wildlife and Parks state park information.
22900 S Hwy 368, Vassar, KS 66543, Vassar
Pomona State Park surrounds Pomona Reservoir and offers fishing, boating, camping, hiking, biking and equestrian trails. Verified against Kansas Department of Wildlife and Parks state park information.
5441 West Lake Rd, Ozawkie, KS 66070, Ozawkie
Perry State Park provides access to Perry Lake with camping, fishing, boating, hiking, biking and equestrian recreation. Verified against Kansas Department of Wildlife and Parks state park information.
3612 State Park Rd, Milford, KS 66514, Milford
Milford State Park surrounds Milford Reservoir and offers fishing, boating, camping, hiking, biking and wildlife viewing. Verified against Kansas Department of Wildlife and Parks state park information.
200 Horsethief Rd, Marquette, KS 67464, Marquette
Kanopolis State Park offers access to Kanopolis Reservoir with hiking, camping, fishing, boating, hunting and equestrian trails. Verified against Kansas Department of Wildlife and Parks state park information.
26001 222nd St, Paola, KS 66071, Paola
Hillsdale State Park surrounds Hillsdale Reservoir and offers camping, fishing, boating, hiking, biking and hunting opportunities. Verified against Kansas Department of Wildlife and Parks state park information.
29810 S Fairlawn Rd, Osage City, KS 66523, Osage City
Eisenhower State Park provides access to Melvern Reservoir with camping, fishing, boating, trails and wildlife viewing. Verified against Kansas Department of Wildlife and Parks state park information.
618 NE Bluestem Rd, El Dorado, KS 67042, El Dorado
El Dorado State Park surrounds El Dorado Reservoir and offers camping, fishing, boating, trails, hunting and wildlife viewing. Verified against Kansas Department of Wildlife and Parks state park information.
1 Lake Rd, Farlington, KS 66734, Farlington
Crawford State Park is a wooded southeast Kansas recreation area with camping, fishing, boating, trails and wildlife viewing. Verified against Kansas Department of Wildlife and Parks state park information.
144 Hwy 105, Toronto, KS 66777, Toronto
Cross Timbers State Park sits on Toronto Lake and offers camping, fishing, boating, hiking and outdoor recreation. Verified against Kansas Department of Wildlife and Parks state park information.
32001 147 Hwy, Ellis, KS 67637, Ellis
Cedar Bluff State Park offers camping, trails, fishing, boating and wildlife viewing around Cedar Bluff Reservoir. Verified against Kansas Department of Wildlife and Parks state park information.
9 Emerson Loop, Hutchinson, KS 67502, Hutchinson, Hutchinson
Public 18-hole municipal golf course in Carey Park with more than 6,500 yards of course grounds and reservable tee times.
15 E. 1st Avenue, Hutchinson, KS 67501, Hutchinson, Kansas, Hutchinson
Public downtown plaza suitable for walking, gathering and experiencing Hutchinson's civic and cultural district.
