Citadel Mental Health & Wellness Day
The Citadel Neighborhood will host a Mental Health & Wellness Day designed to increase awareness, reduce stigma, and connect residents to mental health resources.
The event will include professionals, workshops, youth activities, and community discussions.
Highland Ave Block Party & Open Mic Talent Show
The Ivanhoe Neighborhood Council's Highland Ave Block Party & Open Mic Talent Show is a lively community celebration designed to showcase local talent, encourage creativity, and strengthen connections among neighbors. This event invites musicians, singers, dancers, poets, and performers of all ages to share their talents in a fun, supportive, and welcoming atmosphere. In addition to live entertainment and opportunities for community participation, attendees can enjoy free chili dogs, popcorn, hot chocolate, cider, a bounce house, and exciting gift card prizes. By bringing residents together through music, entertainment, and shared experiences, the Highland Ave Block Party celebrates the unique talents and diversity of the Ivanhoe community while fostering neighborhood unity, positive engagement, and lasting connections.
Event Details: Saturday, November 14 | 12:00 PM – 2:00 PM | 37th Street & Highland Avenue, Kansas City, MO
Community Clothing Giveaway
The Vineyard Neighborhood Association Clothing Giveaway is a community outreach initiative dedicated to supporting individuals and families while encouraging generosity and neighborhood unity.
Community members are invited to donate clean, gently used clothing, shoes, coats, baby clothes, and other wearable essentials to benefit neighbors in need. By providing access to clothing and encouraging residents to give back, this initiative helps ease everyday challenges for families while promoting kindness, compassion, and shared responsibility.
The Clothing Giveaway reflects the association's ongoing commitment to connecting neighbors with helpful resources, strengthening community relationships, and creating a neighborhood where everyone feels supported and valued.
Rockhill Ridge Neighborhood Association Annual Meeting
The Rockhill Ridge Neighborhood Association Annual Meeting is a community gathering designed to bring residents together, strengthen neighborhood connections, and celebrate the ongoing efforts to build a more engaged and united community. The event provides an opportunity for neighbors to meet, connect with association members, and learn about important neighborhood initiatives, including the launch of the association's website and updates on community projects.
Attendees can enjoy a complimentary brunch, live music, raffle prizes, and opportunities for meaningful conversations with fellow residents. Through this annual gathering, the Rockhill Ridge Neighborhood Association continues its commitment to encouraging resident involvement, fostering neighborhood pride, and creating a welcoming environment where neighbors can collaborate, share ideas, and contribute to the future of their community.
Event Details: Saturday, November 7 | 10:45 AM – 1:00 PM | Alvin Brooks Center for Faith-Justice, 5401 Troost Avenue, Kansas City, MO 64110
Costumes for a Cause & Block Party on Flora Ave
The Ivanhoe Neighborhood Council's Costumes for a Cause & Block Party is a family-friendly community event that brings neighbors together for an afternoon of fun, creativity, and giving back. Families and residents are invited to enjoy activities such as a bounce house, arts and crafts, free cookies, and hot cocoa while connecting with others in the neighborhood. The event also encourages attendees to donate leftover Halloween candy and gently used costumes in support of Children's Mercy, giving these items a second life while contributing to a meaningful cause. Through this initiative, the Ivanhoe Neighborhood Council promotes community involvement, generosity, and neighborhood pride while creating a welcoming environment for residents of all ages to celebrate, connect, and make a positive difference together.
Event Details: Sunday, November 1 | 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM | 4132 Flora Avenue, Kansas City, MO
Pendleton Heights Halloween
Pendleton Heights Halloween
Celebrate Halloween in Pendleton Heights with an afternoon of family-friendly fun in the community garden! Join neighbors on October 31 from 3–9 PM for storytellers, palm readers, a decorate-your-own trick-or-treat bag activity, music, hot dogs and popcorn, and a community bonfire.
Come enjoy a new neighborhood tradition and celebrate Halloween with the Pendleton Heights community.
Vineyard’s Fall Family Festival
A fun-filled community event bringing neighbors and families together for an afternoon of food, music, games, horseback riding, bounce houses, local vendors, and seasonal activities. The festival encourages community connection, family engagement, and neighborhood unity.
Real Life Parenting Sessions — Stronger Families, Brighter Futures!
Parenting is a journey, and you don't have to walk it alone! Join Vineyard Neighborhood Association and Voice & Vessel for our Real Life Parenting Sessions, held every Thursday from 6:00 PM to 7:00 PM through December!
Come connect with other parents and caregivers, share experiences, and gain valuable tools for stronger communication, healthy boundaries, positive discipline, and building healthier family relationships.
All parents and caregivers are welcome! Let's learn, support, and grow together—because stronger parents build healthier children, brighter futures, and stronger communities!
Night Out Against Crime - Daytime
Night Out Against Crime – Daytime
Join the Blue Hills Neighborhood Association, Aim4Peace, and other local organizations for Night Out Against Crime – Daytime on Saturday, October 10, 2026, from 12:00 PM to 4:00 PM at Blue Hills Park (53rd Street & Brooklyn Avenue).
This community event brings neighbors, families, and local organizations together to take a stand against crime, promote neighborhood safety, and build stronger community connections. Bring your family, friends, and your voice as we work together to create safer, more united neighborhoods.
Vendors and volunteers are welcome! For more information or to get involved, contact bluehillspresident@gmail.com or 816-333-7232.
Coachlight Square Homes Association: Fall Festival
Join the Coachlight Square Homes Association for its Fall Festival on Saturday, October 3, 2026, from 3:00–6:00 PM at 5625 Booth Ave., Kansas City, MO 64129.
This family-friendly neighborhood celebration will feature food, games, inflatables, music, and community partners, offering residents and families a fun opportunity to connect, celebrate, and enjoy an afternoon together.
Black Party in the Park "With a Purpose"
Join the View High Drive North Neighborhood Association for Block Party in the Park: “With a Purpose” on Saturday, September 26th, 2026, from 12:00 PM–4:00 PM at Bent Tree Park.
This free community event will bring neighbors together for an afternoon of food, games, live music, community resources, and family-friendly fun. Stop by, connect with your neighbors, enjoy local vendors and entertainment, and learn more about resources available in the community.
Powered by STRONG and Community Capital Fund.
Key Coalition Community Pop-Up
Join Key Coalition at the Caring Communities Day event on Saturday, September 12th from 10:30 AM–12:30 PM. Stop by the Key Coalition table, connect with neighbors, and complete a short community survey for a chance to win a gift card.
Safer Santa Fe Celebration
Join the Historic Santa Fe Area Council for the Safer Santa Fe Celebration on Saturday, August 29, 2026, from 2:00–5:00 PM at the Lots of Historic Santa Fe, 2801 Benton Blvd., Kansas City, MO 64128. This free community event will feature local vendors, food, games and activities for kids, community resources, and opportunities for neighbors to connect and celebrate together.
Attendees are encouraged to bring lawn chairs, as seating is limited.
Key Coalition: Shred Day
Key Coalition Neighborhood Association is hosting a free community Shred Day on Saturday, August 22, 2026, from 8:00 a.m. to noon at 2810 Brooklyn Ave. Residents are invited to safely dispose of sensitive paperwork, including old bills, bank records, expired credit cards and IDs, medical bills, tax documents, junk mail, and other papers containing personal or account information.
A shredding truck and on-site personnel will be available to help ensure documents are securely destroyed. Residents who need assistance getting materials to the shredding site can also request a courtesy pickup from Rockhurst student volunteers. Paper only; participants are encouraged to use paper bags rather than boxes.
Columbus Park Senior Party
Columbus Park is hosting a Senior Party at Don Bosco Senior Center on Thursday, August 20, 2026. The event will give neighborhood seniors an opportunity to gather, connect, and enjoy time together in a welcoming community setting.
Don Bosco will begin serving lunch at 11:30 a.m., followed by the Senior Party from 12:30–1:30 p.m. The event will conclude at 1:30 p.m. to align with scheduled van transportation for participating seniors.
KC Dawgs Flag Football – 2026 Season Practices
KC Dawgs Flag Football is inviting young athletes ages 6–12 to join its neighborhood teams for the 2026 season. Led by Head Coach Dawud Abdullah, a former Central High School and University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff student-athlete with more than 20 years of youth coaching experience, the program focuses on conditioning, football fundamentals, teamwork, and skill development in a supportive environment.
Practices begin Monday, August 17, 2026, and are held Mondays, Thursdays, and Fridays at 6:00 p.m. at Crews Square, 2601 Woodland Ave., Kansas City, MO 64127. Practices last approximately two hours and will initially focus on conditioning, stretching, throwing, catching, ball handling, and proper flag-pulling techniques.
Athletes should arrive about five minutes early, wear lightweight weather-appropriate clothing with tennis shoes or football cleats, and bring their own water bottle to every practice. Families will also have an opportunity to meet the individual age-group coaches at the first practice.
Rockhill Ridge: The Great Picnic Shindig: The Strength of Unity
The Great Picnic Shindig is a Rockhill Ridge Neighborhood Association community celebration, bringing neighbors together for an afternoon of fun, connection, and fellowship. Enjoy a giant water slide, games, kids' activities, food, and refreshments while building stronger relationships and a safer, more connected neighborhood.
Night Out Against Crime
Come out for a night of fun and relationship-building with local law enforcement to promote safe neighborhoods. We’ll have free hotdogs, chips, a bounce houses, face painting, and more! With demonstrations by the Kansas City Police Department (KCPD) and the Kansas City Fire Department (KCFD).
Youth Life Sessions: Built to Last
Built to Last: Youth Life Sessions is a free 4-week youth development program presented by the Vineyard Neighborhood Association that introduces young people to practical, hands-on life skills through engaging weekly workshops. Participants will explore topics such as automotive basics, electrical safety, woodworking, and careers and marketing while learning from local professionals. Sessions are held Saturdays from 11:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m., with She's KC cooking classes immediately following each workshop.
Parents or guardians are required to attend and remain with their child throughout the program.
Youth Life Sessions: Built to Last
Built to Last: Youth Life Sessions is a free 4-week youth development program presented by the Vineyard Neighborhood Association that introduces young people to practical, hands-on life skills through engaging weekly workshops. Participants will explore topics such as automotive basics, electrical safety, woodworking, and careers and marketing while learning from local professionals. Sessions are held Saturdays from 11:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m., with She's KC cooking classes immediately following each workshop.
Parents or guardians are required to attend and remain with their child throughout the program.
