JULY festivals ACROSS KANSAS CITY

Summer is festival season in Kansas City! Visit KCParent.com and use our Festival Guide for a complete guide to fests and fairs all season long!

Cass County Fair July 11-15, Cass County Fairgrounds. A tradition running 20-plus years, the Cass County Fair provides fun for all. From the youth livestock shows to exhibits to the action-packed demolition derby, the fair has it all.

Wyandotte County Fair July 11-15, Wyandotte County Fairgrounds. Live entertainment on two stages, carnival, kids zone, 4-H exhibits, rodeo, fair marketplace and plenty of awesome fair food.

The Great Car Show July 16, National World War I Museum and Memorial. Join the Kansas City Automotive Museum and the National WWI Museum and Memorial for a day of music, educational displays, food trucks, demonstrations, ride-alongs and … cars!

Festival of Butterflies July 19-Aug. 6, Powell Gardens. Festival of Butterflies invites nature enthusiasts of all ages to celebrate the Midwest’s most whimsical pollinator at Powell Gardens. Spend a day outdoors exploring tropical and native butterflies alongside botanic displays.

Platte County Fair July 19-22, Platte County Fairgrounds. Old-fashioned county fair with games, rides, carnival, food, music and more! The fair has been an annual event in the community since the first fair in 1863.

Summer Chill Expo July 21-22, the Pavilion at John Knox Village. Come into the comfort of this air-conditioned facility to enjoy the creations of Midwestern artists and crafters.

Grand Carnivale July 22- Aug. 6, Worlds of Fun. Experience how the world kicks up its heels at our day-to-night, larger-than-life, global celebration. Enjoy amazing high energy live music, delicious international food, lively games and unique crafts.

Miami County Fair July 22-30, Miami County Fairgrounds. Youth rodeo, carnival, races, parade, demolition derby, bike derby, dog show, horse show, pancake breakfast, concerts and more.

Leavenworth County Fair July 25-29, Leavenworth County Fairgrounds. Come and enjoy a classic American experience at the Leavenworth County Fair! You and your family can delight in the fun of games, contests, derbies, food, rides, exhibits and more.

Johnson County Fair July 30-Aug. 3, Johnson County Fairgrounds. Celebrating all of the best in Johnson County while preserving the agricultural heritage of the community since 1939. Don’t miss out on the fun!

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