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SUMMARY:Scarecrow Festival
DESCRIPTION:This child-focused fall crafting event is held in downtown Shawnee in the parking lot at City Hall. Children can decorate pumpkins\, make their own scarecrow\, and other fall crafts. Parents can enjoy the Farmers Market and seasonal displays. Explore Downtown Shawnee to see and vote on scarecrows created by local businesses.
URL:https://visitshawneeks.com/event/scarecrow-festival/
LOCATION:Shawnee City Hall\, 11110 Johnson Dr\, Shawnee\, Kansas\, 66217\, United States
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SUMMARY:Celebrate 30 years of Shawnee Hy-Vee
DESCRIPTION: You’re invited! Join us as we celebrate 30 years of Shawnee Hy-Vee with a day full of fun\, food\, and family activities!\n Dates:Friday\, October 3 from 4 – 8pmSaturday\, October 4 from 10am – 1pm\n\nBring the whole family for our Family Tailgate Party featuring: FREE Kids Activities Face Painting & Balloon Artist Delicious Sampling Stations Exciting Giveaways…and so much more!\n\nCome celebrate with your Shawnee Hy-Vee family as we say thank you for 30 amazing years! 
URL:https://visitshawneeks.com/event/celebrate-30-years-of-shawnee-hy-vee/2025-10-03/
LOCATION:Hy-Vee Shawnee\, 13550 W 63rd St.\, Shawnee\, KS\, 66216\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250927T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250927T160000
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SUMMARY:Kansas City Dragon Boat Festival
DESCRIPTION:GWN and the KC Pink Warriors are proud to present the 2nd Annual Kansas City Dragon Boat Festival. The ancient sport of dragon boat blends culture and community with the excitement of competition. We are thrilled to introduce this already iconic sports city to the art of dragon boat racing. The event will transform Shawnee Mission Park into the festival grounds for this high-energy day of competition. \nLocated directly in the “Heart of America\,” downtown Kansas City is just a short 25-minute drive from the race venue. Don’t let our Midwest Vibes fool you\, Kansas City is a hotspot for arts and entertainment\, culture\, and award winning BBQ! \nSituated within the most visited park in Kansas\, the festival grounds offer something for everyone. All teams will enjoy racing and a variety of additional dry-land activities. Spectators can easily take in the action and follow the excitement while learning about the sport of dragon boat. \nThe festival will take place from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. with parking at the Shawnee Mission Park Marina Parking Lot\, and near shelters #5 and #6\, with overflow parking near the Shawnee Mission Park Beach. Because of this event\, the lake will be closed to other uses until approximately 6 p.m. on Sept. 27\, 2025.
URL:https://visitshawneeks.com/event/kansas-city-dragon-boat-festival/
LOCATION:Shawnee Mission Park\, 7900 Renner Road\, Shawnee\, KS\, United States
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250926
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250928
DTSTAMP:20260405T202313
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SUMMARY:ANNUAL SHAWNEE GREAT GRILLERS BBQ CONTEST
DESCRIPTION:Join us on the grounds of Shawnee Town 1929 for the Great Grillers BBQ Contest. Take in the sights and sounds of the annual BBQ competition while enjoying music\, beer tent\, food trucks and a FREE bounce house for the kiddos! Admission is free!
URL:https://visitshawneeks.com/event/annual-shawnee-great-grillers-bbq-contest/
LOCATION:Shawnee Town\, 1929\, 11600 Johnson Drive\, Shawnee\, KS\, 66217\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250924T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250924T203000
DTSTAMP:20260405T202313
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SUMMARY:Jammin' on the Green
DESCRIPTION:Close out the Jammin’ on the Green summer season September 24 at 7:00 pm with the Kansas City Ukesters! The ukulele was one of the most popular musical instruments of the 1920s\, and every year\, The Ukesters bring out the unique and captivating sounds featuring 100-year-old hits!  Admission is free\, and bottled water and snacks are provided. Leashed and well-behaved dogs are allowed. Guests are encouraged to bring their own chairs\, and limited bench and picnic table seating is available.
URL:https://visitshawneeks.com/event/jammin-on-the-green-3/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250920T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250920T160000
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SUMMARY:ANNUAL FRIENDS OF SHAWNEE TOWN CRAFT FAIR
DESCRIPTION:The Annual Friends of Shawnee Town Craft Fair & Fall Festival welcomes dozens of vendors showcasing their hand-made and re-purposed items. There will be FREE kids’ activities\, food trucks and live music. Admission is just $1 per person\, collected at the gates. All money raised benefits the Museum and its educational programs.
URL:https://visitshawneeks.com/event/annual-friends-of-shawnee-town-craft-fair/
LOCATION:Shawnee Town\, 1929\, 11600 Johnson Drive\, Shawnee\, KS\, 66217\, United States
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250919
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250929
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SUMMARY:"25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee" A Musical Comedy
DESCRIPTION:MTKC is ecstatic to be putting on “The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee” to kick off the 2025-2026 season. This show is a Tony Award-winning\, witty\, and heartwarming musical about a quirky group of six middle-schoolers who compete in a fictional regional spelling bee\, sharing their humorous and poignant personal stories along the way. Run by three eccentric adults\, the fast-paced show features audience participation\, with four volunteers invited on stage to join the competition\, ensuring a unique and unpredictable experience at every performance. The musical celebrates the ups and downs of growing up\, the pressures of achievement\, and the discovery of self-acceptance.\nRated PG-13.
URL:https://visitshawneeks.com/event/25th-annual-putnam-county-spelling-bee-a-musical-comedy/
LOCATION:Music Theatre Kansas City\, 16301 Midland Dr\, Shawnee\, K\, 66217\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250914T130000
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SUMMARY:Wheels & Dreams Car\, Truck\, And Bike Show
DESCRIPTION:Gear heads and car aficionados are invited to the annual Wheels and Dreams Car\, Truck\, and Bike Show. With live music\, vendors\, food trucks\, and\, of course\, hundreds of classic and souped-up vehicles\, it’s the perfect weekend outing for the family. Have a cool ride you want to show off? You can do that too! 
URL:https://visitshawneeks.com/event/wheels-dreams-car-truck-and-bike-show/
LOCATION:Shawnee Town\, 1929\, 11600 Johnson Drive\, Shawnee\, KS\, 66217\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250913T070000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250913T180000
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SUMMARY:George Brett 4v4 Volleyball Showdown
DESCRIPTION:The Biggest Professional Beach Volleyball Event in Kansas City History – September 13th\n\n\nThis fall\, Shawnee Mission Beach Volleyball will host the biggest professional beach volleyball event in Kansas City history on September 13th— a single-day\, high-stakes showdown. The George Brett 4v4 Volleyball Showdown will bring together 24 pros from across the USA to form six elite teams — three men’s and three women’s — who will compete head-to-head for a cash prize. \nKansas City Royals legend George Brett is teaming up with AVP Hall of Famer Steve Obradovich and SBMV owner Lance Windholz to bring this incredible event to the Kansas City area for the first time. \nBe a part of the excitement and witness the power of the most talented athletes competing in games on the beach. These aren’t your average volleyball games! This is a custom-built\, high-octane 4-on–4 format designed for speed\, power\, and nonstop action to ensure every rally is electric. \n\nCatch the action September 13th\n\n\nYou’ll be shoulder-to-shoulder with thousands of fired-up fans\, a live DJ\, beer gardens\, food trucks\, exclusive merch\, and the energy of an event unlike anything KC has ever seen. \n\nBUY TICKETS
URL:https://visitshawneeks.com/event/george-brett-4v4-volleyball-showdown/
LOCATION:Shawnee Mission Beach Volleyball\, 19800 Johnson Drive\, Shawnee\, KS\, 66218\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250910T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250910T210000
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SUMMARY:King's Treat Wine Dinner at Paulo's Italian Kitchen
DESCRIPTION:Featuring wine parings from King’s Court Estate Winery in Ontario\, Canada\, we have a 4 course meal cultivated by our Head Chef Chris Hamilton for a wonderful evening experience. You can look forward to courses including King’s Pinot Grigio with Mussels and a White Wine Garlic Broth\, or King’s Cabernet with a Flourless Chocolate Torte and Fresh Berries with a Blackberry Maple Sauce\, and more! \nSeating opens at 5:30pm\, with the first course served at 6:30pm. The final course will be served at 8:30pm. We offer special pricing for the showcased bottles as well. \nPlease go to https://pauloandbill.com/reservations/ or call (913) 962-9900 to make a reservation.
URL:https://visitshawneeks.com/event/kings-treat-wine-dinner-at-paulos-italian-kitchen/
LOCATION:Paulo’s Italian Kitchen\, 16501 Midland Dr.\, Shawnee\, K\, 66217\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250901T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250901T170000
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SUMMARY:The Thomas A. Soetaert Aquatic Center Closes for the Season
DESCRIPTION:The Thomas A. Soetaert Aquatic Center will close for the 2025 season on Monday\, September 1st at 5:00pm. We’ll see you next year!
URL:https://visitshawneeks.com/event/the-thomas-a-soetaert-aquatic-center-closes-for-the-season/
LOCATION:Thomas A. Soetaert Aquatic Center\, 13805 Johnson Drive\, Shawnee\, KS\, 66216\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250827T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250827T203000
DTSTAMP:20260405T202313
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SUMMARY:Jammin' on the Green
DESCRIPTION:Welcome back AnnaLee and the Lucky So & Sos to the Bandstand on Wednesday\, August 27 at 7:00 pm! A popular Kansas City-based swing band\, they celebrate the very best of Kansas City sound from the 1930s\, 40s\, and 50s\, the heyday of KC-style jazz\, swing\, and jump blues. Their repertoire includes Count Basie\, Ella Fitzgerald\, Julia Lee\, Louie Jordan\, and so many more\, along with their own original tunes.
URL:https://visitshawneeks.com/event/jammin-on-the-green-2/
LOCATION:Shawnee Town\, 1929\, 11600 Johnson Drive\, Shawnee\, KS\, 66217\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250802T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250802T203000
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CREATED:20250702T160914Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250702T161148Z
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SUMMARY:Family Swim Party
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate summer with us at Splash Cove! This family friendly event is intended for the Adaptive Recreation community. Some features may have limited availability to ensure that we meet sensory needs. Pre-registration is encouraged.
URL:https://visitshawneeks.com/event/family-swim-party/
LOCATION:Splash Cove\, 5800 King Ave\, Shawnee\, KS\, 66203\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250801T003000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250801T170000
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SUMMARY:Summer Sizzler
DESCRIPTION:Each pool will have games every hour beginning at 1:00pm. Enjoy concession specials\, coordinated games\, and prizes!
URL:https://visitshawneeks.com/event/summer-sizzler/
LOCATION:Thomas A. Soetaert Aquatic Center\, 13805 Johnson Drive\, Shawnee\, KS\, 66216\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250723T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250723T203000
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SUMMARY:Jammin' on the Green
DESCRIPTION:Help us welcome Betse & Clarke String Band to the Jammin’ stage! This dynamic fiddle and banjo duo—joined by a few talented friends—will treat audiences to a toe-tapping performance rooted in Ozark old-time music\, blending traditional tunes with creative new compositions. Admission is free! Enjoy bottled water and snacks\, bring your own chair\, and feel free to bring along your leashed\, well-behaved pup. Limited bench and picnic table seating available.
URL:https://visitshawneeks.com/event/jammin-on-the-green/
LOCATION:Shawnee Town\, 1929\, 11600 Johnson Drive\, Shawnee\, KS\, 66217\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250716T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250716T183000
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SUMMARY:Touch-a-Truck
DESCRIPTION:Fire trucks and tractors and bobcats\, oh my! Bring your little ones out to Shawnee Town 1929/Herman Laird Park on Wednesday\, July 16th. Watch their eyes light up as they sit in the driver’s seat of these big trucks and old rigs!
URL:https://visitshawneeks.com/event/touch-a-truck/
LOCATION:Shawnee Town\, 1929\, 11600 Johnson Drive\, Shawnee\, KS\, 66217\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250712T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250712T220000
DTSTAMP:20260405T202313
CREATED:20250702T145511Z
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SUMMARY:Drive In Movie
DESCRIPTION:Join your family\, friends\, and neighbors for a Dive-In Movie Night on Saturday\, July 12th at the Soetaert Aquatic Center\, 13805 Johnson Drive. The gates will open at 8:00 p.m. and the movie\, A Minecraft Movie\, will start at dusk. Bring your own flotation device or use ours.
URL:https://visitshawneeks.com/event/drive-in-movie/
LOCATION:Thomas A. Soetaert Aquatic Center\, 13805 Johnson Drive\, Shawnee\, KS\, 66216\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250704T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250704T170000
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SUMMARY:Freedom Fling
DESCRIPTION:Each pool will have games every hour beginning at 1:00pm. Enjoy concession specials\, coordinated games\, and prizes!\nAdmission is free with your season pass or 1/2 price with a canned food donation. (No presale tickets will be sold for this event. DO NOT PURCHASE ANY TICKETS FROM ANY INDIVIDUAL ONLINE)\n\n*Please note\, the location is listed as The Thomas A. Soetaert Aquatic Center\, but Splash Cove will also be participating.\n\nFind additional information here.
URL:https://visitshawneeks.com/event/freedom-fling/
LOCATION:Thomas A. Soetaert Aquatic Center\, 13805 Johnson Drive\, Shawnee\, KS\, 66216\, United States
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