Get ready for a fun-filled weekend in Kansas City! From dinosaur adventures and St. Patrick's festivities to special sensory art sessions, we've rounded up the best family happenings for March 14th and 15th, 2026. Don't miss the final day of the Winter Reading Challenge!
See our top picks
Dinosaurs: Land of Fire and Ice
Crown Center
FREE interactive prehistoric adventure running all weekend.
Titanic: An Immersive Voyage
Union Station Kansas City
Explore the history of the Titanic indoors at Union Station.
Jumperoo
Urban Air Trampoline and Adventure Park, Maurer Road
Early Saturday morning jump time reserved just for kids 7 and under.
· March 14
4FREE : Take the kids to see this FREE, interactive dinosaur exhibit! It's designed to spark curiosity and get them thinking like little paleontologists.It’s a fantastic, free, and highly engaging exhibit running all weekend, but we’re highlighting the Saturday time slot.
FREE : Join this beloved Northland tradition celebrating the St. Patrick's season with a fun parade followed by a carnival atmosphere downtown.It’s a major local parade and festival happening only on Saturday, marking a seasonal celebration.
: Head to the Overland Park location for their Spring Open House running both Saturday and Sunday. A great chance to get gardening inspiration for the season ahead.It's a specific two-day event happening this weekend only at a local nursery.
MERMAID & PIRATE SWIM : Ahoy, mateys! Bring the kids to swim alongside an enchanting mermaid and a swashbuckling pirate for some themed water fun.This is a rare, themed swim event happening only on Saturday morning.
· March 15
3FREEDOM PLANE NATIONAL TOUR: DOCUMENTS THAT FORGED A NATION : This is one of the final days to view original foundational documents from the National Archives. It’s a powerful chance to see history up close.The tour ends right after this weekend (March 15), making Sunday the last opportunity to see it.
FREE : Catch the afternoon parade kicking off in Martin City at 2 PM. It's a classic KC St. Paddy's event moving down 135th Street.It's a dedicated Sunday St. Patrick's event happening in the afternoon.
TAKE CARE WITH PEANUTS: THE EXHIBIT : This exhibit teaches self-care and caring for the earth using beloved Peanuts characters. Note: This is in Topeka, KS, so plan for a longer drive.While it requires a drive to Topeka, it's a nationally traveling exhibit ending soon, and this weekend is included in its run.
Also On· anytime this weekend
7: This is special time reserved just for children 7 and under to enjoy the park before the crowds arrive. Perfect for your littlest jumpers to burn off some energy early Saturday morning.The data specifically mentions the 8:00 AM time slot for Saturday, making it a great early start activity for toddlers.
: Enjoy some late-season outdoor skating at Kansas City's original outdoor ice rink. A great way to spend a Sunday afternoon before the ice melts for the season.It’s still running this weekend, offering a classic KC winter/spring activity.
: Step aboard the massive Titanic exhibition at Union Station to explore the maritime legend. It’s a deep dive into history and engineering housed indoors.It’s a huge, high-profile indoor attraction running all weekend, perfect if the weather is unpredictable.
FREE : This is the final day to complete the 2026 Winter Reading Challenge! Kids can trade in their books for prizes and celebrate their reading journey before the program officially ends.It’s the absolute last chance to finish this community challenge, making Sunday a critical day for participating families.
: If your child benefits from a calmer creative setting, check out this special early session for hands-on art making. It offers a relaxed environment before the regular rush begins.This is a highly specialized, one-time session available only on Saturday morning for families needing accommodations.
FREE : Head to the Nelson on Sunday afternoon for a free drop-in activity where kids can create colorful folded paper artwork in the Bloch Building.It’s a specific free art activity happening Sunday afternoon at a major cultural institution.
: Take a guided tour to meet large feline friends and learn about their behaviors at this conservatory.It’s a unique, recurring weekend opportunity for animal lovers that isn't a typical zoo visit.
Frequently Asked Questions
What free kids events are on in Kansas City this weekend?
This weekend (Mar 14-15) there are several free options, including the Dinosaurs: Land of Fire and Ice exhibit at Crown Center, the Snake Saturday Parade & Festival on Saturday, and the free family art activity at The Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art on Sunday.
Are there any St. Patrick's Day celebrations for families this weekend?
Yes! Look for the Snake Saturday Parade & Family Fun Festival on Saturday, March 14th, and The Annual Martin City St. Patrick's Parade on Sunday, March 15th at 2 PM.
What is happening on Sunday morning that is kid-focused?
Sunday, March 15th offers the chance to finish the Winter Reading Challenge at the library, visit the Dinosaurs exhibit starting at 12:00 PM, or enjoy afternoon free art at The Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art.
