Downtown Days in Lee’s Summit – June 2-4 – Kick off summer with the free Downtown Days in Lee’s Summit! The fun includes live entertainment, craft beer tents, festival food, and carnival rides.
Festa Italiana 2023 – June 2-4 – Live Music, Authentic Italian Food Booths, Kids Inflatable Play Area, Wine Tasting, Italian Motorsports show on Sunday, and much, much more.
Jazzoo – June 2 – Join the fundraiser to raise money for the Kansas City Zoo with unlimited food, drinks, and entertainment!
50th Annual Hospital Hill Run – June 3 – The 5K, 10K and 1/2-Marathon begin at 7 a.m. on Grand Boulevard.
Midwest Design and Furniture Fair – June 3-4 – The event will showcase the latest furniture and home decor trends, bringing together design professionals, manufacturers and retailers, homeowners, and enthusiasts from across the Midwest.
Kansas City Pride Festival and Parade – June 9-11 – Kansas City PrideFest is an LGBTQ+ festival featuring a main stage with local acts, national recording artists, vendors, food trucks, family activities, and more. The festival will take place from Friday, June 9th through Sunday, June 11th at Theis Park. All ages are welcome. Sunday is focused on family friendly entertainment and activities.
Paola Heartland Car Show – June 10 – A classic car show that always brings a great crowd!
Boulevardia – June 16-17 – The two-day urban street festival features a craft beer and food sampling experience and music from local, regional and national acts, as well as interactive activities, entertainment, and shopping, all in a unique urban setting.
Madagascar Live – June 16 – Join Alex, Marty, Melman and Gloria as they bound out of the zoo and onto the stage in this live musical spectacular.
Juneteenth Twilight Parade and Festival – June 17 – The parade will start at dusk with live music, food, vendors, games and fun!
Tacos and Tequila Festival – June 17 – Enjoy Kansas City’s largest taco festival!
Taps at the Tower – June 18-24 – The National WWI Museum and Memorial presents the tenth annual Taps at the Tower each evening at sunset (8:45 p.m.) from Sunday, June 18 – Saturday, June 24, 2023.
Downtown OP Art Fair – June 23-24 – Enjoy a summer weekend with art, children’s activities, food, and more!
Q Bbq Fest KC – June 23-24 – Get ready for a feast at the field!
Great Lenexa BBQ Battle – June 23-24 – Known as the official Kansas State Championship, more than 150 teams from all over the country will compete for the coveted title of Grand Champion of the Great Lenexa BBQ Battle.