Father's Day in Kansas City

Celebrate Dad at these great local attractions in Kansas City over Father's Day Weekend!

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Father’s Day is less than a week away on Sunday, June 19, and the Kansas City Zoo has a gift as cool as the dad in your life! Celebrate your father with a symbolic adoption of our magnificent animal resident, Ruka the rhinoceros. This $60 gift features a framed animal photo of Ruka, a Kansas City Zoo hat, a personalized adoption certificate, and an animal fact sheet. They offer a next-day pickup option at the Zoo’s Guest Relations. Upgrade your adoption with a Charlie Hustle Heart Communi-tee for $30! 

• Kansas City Monarchs Sunday Funday: Father's Day

  Come out to the Kansas City Monarchs' Sunday Fundays! Bring the whole family out to play carnival games, bounce on inflatables, and even play catch on the field with Monarchs players! Come one, come all to every Sunday Monarchs game.

• Father's Day at the Zoo

  Celebrate the king of your jungle with a relaxing day at the Kansas City Zoo! On Father’s Day, Papa Bears will receive a coupon for one (1) complimentary soft drink, redeemable at Tuxedo Grill or the Beastro Cafe in the main lobby.

• Father's Day Handprints

  Father's Day is June 19th. Bring in those little hands that Dad loves so much. Make handprints on a piece of your choosing and have a creative assistant detail it for a small fee.

• Photos courtesy of Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center.

  Fortopia

  Fortopia, a playful outdoor exhibition comprised of awe-inspiring forts, invites explorers of all ages to discover Powell Gardens.

• Worlds of Fun / Oceans of Fun Open for the Season

  Get ready for another amazing season as Worlds of Fun opens for 2022 on Saturday, April 30th! All your favorite rides are back plus plenty of new attractions at Kansas City’s theme park. The high-speed fun has a new look on MAMBA® and guests w...

• Summer Fun in the Crown Center District

  The Crown Center District is one of our favorite destinations for family fun for tourists and locals alike.

• Tanganyika Wildlife Park: Animal Lovers Paradise

  There is a magical zoo right in the heart of Kansas (near Wichita) where you can experience unbelievable animal interactions.

• Father's Day at Parkville Mini Golf

  Dad's play FREE with a paid admission at Parkville Mini Golf on Father's Day!

• LIVE at the Legends

  Legends Outlets is offering free outdoor entertainment through its summer music series through July 29. Sit back, relax, and enjoy a mix of classic and indie rock, country, blues, and more.

• Father's Day Candle Making

  Dads pour a candle for $5 with the purchase of a regular priced candle pour at The Farmacy on Main. Friday & Saturday.

• Kansas City Adventure Guide

  Have you ever wanted to experience an unforgettable adventure? This summer, thrill as you soar to new heights, plunge to new depths and travel at incredible speeds?

• Movie Night on The Lawn

  Starting June 4th, family-friendly movies will be screened on The Lawn every Saturday throughout the summer.

• Smithville Lake Fest

  Come join us for the 2022 Smithville Lake Festival, hosted annually on Father’s Day Weekend.

• Wonders of Wildlife

  Conservation Week

  Johnny Morris’ Wonders of Wildlife National Museum & Aquarium is teaming up with host of Animal Planet's Extinct or Alive and Wildlife Biologist, Forrest Galante for the organization’s First Annual Conservation Week. Join us June 12-18 for a cele...

• Fishing in KC

  Both Kansas and Missouri have several large lakes in the area, as well as many smaller lakes, streams and rivers with public access and good fishing.

• KC's Water Fun Guide

  Spraygrounds, wakeboarding lessons, daring water rides, pools and waterparks... discover the best places to cool off this summer in KC!

• Kansas City's Pickleball Courts

  Pickleball is the newest sport taking the city by storm! This easy-to-learn sport is an excellent way to exercise and enjoy a bit of friendly competition. This is your guide to local pickleball courts:

• KC's Best Ice Cream Shops

  We have your summer frozen treat cravings covered!

• Kansas City's U-Pick Farms

  Sunflowers are in bloom and apples are ready to be picked!