Pets on Parade Miniature Show & Sale
Type: Special Events
Dates: Sept. 30-Oct. 1
Location: Near Crown Center
Address: Hyatt Regency Crown Center, 2345 McGee St., Kansas City, Mo.
Phone: 763.559.2127
Admission: Free.
Hours: 1 p.m.-5 p.m., Sat.; 12 p.m.-4 p.m., Sun.
URL: www.crowncenter.hyatt.com
Description:
Fall into Healthy Habits Health Fair
Type:
Dates: Oct. 7
Location:
Address: Zona Rosa, I-29 & Barry Rd., Kansas City, Mo.
Phone: 816.587.8180
Admission:
Hours:
URL: www.zonarosa.com
Description: In cooperation with St. Luke's Northland Hospital and the Spelman
Medical Foundation, Zona Rosa will host its annual Health Fair. The fair will
include health screenings inside the Food Gardens as well as family events
and entertainment at Zona Rosa Town Square.
Harvest Celebration & Antique Tractor Show
Type: Special Events
Dates: Oct. 1-2
Location: East
Address: Powell Gardens, 1609 N.W. U.S. Hwy. 50, Kingsville, Mo.
Phone: 816.697.2600
Admission: Adults $9, seniors $7, children 5-12 $3.
Hours: 9 a.m.-6 p.m.
URL: www.powellgardens.org
Description: Celebrate Powell Gardens’ agricultural heritage with a weekend
of old-fashioned family fun. See an array of antique tractors, steam engines
and farm equipment collected by local enthusiasts and enjoy a full schedule of
family activities, from old-time music to free hayrides, miniature train rides,
horseshoes and more.
Fairy Tale Forest Preparation Night
Type: Special Events
Dates: Oct. 3
Location: North
Address: Martha Lafite Thompson Nature Sanctuary, 407 N. Lafrenz Rd., Liberty,
Mo.
Phone: 816-781-8598
Admission: Free
Hours: 6:30-8:30 p.m.
URL:
Description: Join us in this fun-filled evening at the nature center as we
decorate the nature center in Autumn and Halloween finery and prepare crafts
for our annual Fairy Tale Forest event. Snacks provided. Please call to let
us know if you'll help.
The Black Athlete & The 1936 Olympics
Type:
Dates: Oct. 4
Location:
Address: American Jazz Museum, 1616 E 18th St., Kansas City, Mo.
Phone: 816.474.8463
Admission: Free.
Hours: 6 p.m.
URL: www.americanjazzmuseum.org
Description: In conjunction with its sponsorship of the United States Holocaust
Museum's exhibition "The Nazi Olympics: Berlin 1936", the Midwest
Center for Holocaust Education presents "The Black Athlete and the 1936
Olympics." Tonight's event starts with a light reception and exhibition
viewing followed by a film and guest speakers. The film is entitled "The
Journey of the African-American Athlete." Guest speakers include: Pellom
McDaniels: author, Ph.D. candidate in American Studies at Emory University,
and former defensive lineman for the Kansas City Chiefs and the Atlanta Falcons.
In 2007, he will be joining the UMKC History Department as an Assistant Professor.
Larry Moffi: Managing editor, CommonQuest: The Magazine of Black-Jewish Relations;
the author of three collections of poems and two works of nonfiction, "This
Side of Cooperstown: An Oral History of Major League Baseball in the 1950s" and "Crossing
the Line: Black Major Leaguers, 1947-1959."
"The Old Santa Fe Trail"
Type: Special Events
Dates: Oct. 5, 12, 19, 26
Location: East
Address: National Frontier Trails Museum, 318 W. Pacific, Independence, Mo.
Phone: 816.325.7575
Admission: $5 adults, $4.50 seniors, $3.50 children 6-17, children 6 and under
free.
Hours: 2 p.m.
URL: www.frontiertrailsmuseum.org
Description: A special 30-minute gallery tour of the Santa Fe exhibit highlighting
artifacts related to this trail of commerce and emigration.
American Royal Barbeque
Type: Special Events
Dates: Oct. 6-7
Location: Near Downtown/Conv Center
Address: 1701 American Royal Ct. Kansas City, MO 64102
Phone: 816.221.9800
Admission:
Hours:
URL: www.americanroyal.com
Description: "World series of BBQ's."
First Fridays in the Crossroads Arts District
Type: Special Events
Dates: First Friday of Every Month
Location: Near Crown Center
Address: Crossroads Arts District, Kansas City, Mo.
Phone: 816-472-5701
Admission: Free.
Hours: 7 p.m.-9 p.m.
URL: www.kccrossroads.org
Description: Please come to explore. Many of the galleries are closely located,
so you're certain to find something you'll appreciate. Or feel free to call
a specific gallery to find out their particular hours. First Friday’s
exhibits do not necessarily coincide with a gallery's opening of a new exhibit.
Check the ArtsLinks.org calendar for specific openings. Crossroads Arts District
is part of the Crossroads Community. The area is known for its art galleries,
studios, restaurants and unique shops. Maps also are available in most galleries
or at the Web site.
Our Fuzzy, Furry Friends
Type: Special Events
Dates: Oct. 6
Location: North
Address: Martha Lafite Thompson Nature Sanctuary, 407 N. Lafrenz Rd., Liberty,
Mo.
Phone: 816-781-8598
Admission: Non-members: $6/child; Members: $4/child
Hours: 10-11 a.m.
URL: www.naturesanctuary.com
Description: Join in the fun and learning during this great new fur-filled
program! We'll use our senses to discover the world of wild mammals through
pelts and skulls, a puppet show, short nature hike, and stamp-painted tracks
T-shirt craft. Call to register. Ages: Preschool 3-6 years
Architecture Walks: New Hope Fairview Cemetery
Type: Special Events
Dates: Oct. 7
Location: North
Address: Shrader St. & Terrace Ave., Liberty, Mo.
Phone: 816.792.6000 ext. 3109
Admission:
Hours: 10 a.m.
URL:
Description: Led by Juarenne Hester, president of the Clay County Historical
Society.
Concrete Leaves
Type: Special Events
Dates: Oct. 7
Location: North
Address: Martha Lafite Thompson Nature Sanctuary, 407 N. Lafrenz Rd., Liberty,
Mo.
Phone: 816-781-8598
Admission: Non-members: $18/leaf; Members: $14/leaf
Hours: 1-2:30 p.m.
URL: www.naturesanctuary.com
Description: Each participant will use a real garden leaf as a mold to make
a concrete leaf that will fit on a copper pipe to be used as garden decor or
a bird seed feeder. Wear old clothes. Call to register. Ages: 14 and up
Family Science Discovery Class: Creepy Wildlife
Type: Special Events
Dates: Oct. 7
Location: Near Crown Center
Address: Union Station, 30 W Pershing Rd., Kansas City, Mo.
Phone: 816.460.2020
Admission: $29.95 for one adult/one child, $7 each additional person.
Hours: 11 a.m. & 2 p.m.
URL: www.unionstation.org
Description: Go where some people fear to tread! Spend some time with Science
City animals that are just...creepy!
International Lineman's Rodeo
Type: Special Events
Dates: Oct. 7
Location: Near Speedway
Address: National Agricultural Center & Hall of Fame, 630 Hall of Fame
Dr., Bonner Springs, Kan.
Phone: 913.721.1075
Admission:
Hours:
URL: www.AgHallofFame.com
Description: Join us for the 22nd Annual International Lineman’s Rodeo.
The rodeo attracts the best linemen from around the world to compete in events
based on traditional lineman tasks. Activities for everyone.
Westport Antique Fair
Type: Special Events
Dates: Jun. 3 & Oct. 7
Location: Near Country Club Plaza
Address: Westport Rd. & Pennsylvania St., Kansas City, Mo.
Phone: 816.531.4370
Admission: Free.
Hours: 10 a.m.-6 p.m.
URL: www.westportkcmo.com
Description: Stroll along Pennsylvania Street and see antique dealers from
all over the Midwest.
"The Old Santa Fe Trail"
Type: Special Events
Dates: Oct. 5, 12, 19, 26
Location: East
Address: National Frontier Trails Museum, 318 W. Pacific, Independence, Mo.
Phone: 816.325.7575
Admission: $5 adults, $4.50 seniors, $3.50 children 6-17, children 6 and under
free.
Hours: 2 p.m.
URL: www.frontiertrailsmuseum.org
Description: A special 30-minute gallery tour of the Santa Fe exhibit highlighting
artifacts related to this trail of commerce and emigration.
Antique Garden & Home Design Show
Type: Special Events
Dates: Oct. 12-14
Location: Near Town Center Plaza
Address: Overland Park International Trade Center, 115th & Metcalf, Overland
Park, Kan.
Phone: 913.897.6674
Admission: In advance: $8, at the door: $10.
Hours: 10 a.m.-8 p.m., Thu.-Fri.; 10 a.m.-4 p.m., Sat.
URL:
Description: Quality antiques dealers from across the U.S. Living display gardens
and floral arrangements.
Family Science Discovery Class: Tiny Monsters
Type: Special Events
Dates: Oct. 14
Location: Near Crown Center
Address: Union Station, 30 W Pershing Rd., Kansas City, Mo.
Phone: 816.460.2020
Admission: $29.95 for one adult/one child, $7 each additional person.
Hours: 11 a.m. & 2 p.m.
URL: www.unionstation.org
Description: Using microscopes and a mini video cam, we will take a peek into
the fascinating world of microbes. (Ages 10-14).
Historical Character & Cemetary Tour
Type: Special Events
Dates: Oct. 14
Location: Regional
Address: Battle of Lexington & Oliver Anderson House, 1300 John Shea Dr.,
Lexington, Mo.
Phone: 660.259.4654
Admission: Call for information.
Hours: 5 p.m.-8 p.m.
URL: www.mostateparks.com/lexington/
Description: The Friends of the Anderson House will portray historical characters
who are buried in Machpeiah Cemetery. The tour wll begin at the Battle of Lexington
State Historic Site. Bus rides to and from the cemetary are provided.
Wizard of Words Conference
Type: Special Events
Dates: Oct. 14-15
Location: Near Downtown/Conv Center
Address: Comfort Inn & Suites Downtown, 770 Admiral Blvd., Kansas City,
Mo.
Phone: 479.783.3938
Admission: $35 for non-members. $25 Awards Banquet.
Hours: 9 a.m., Sat.; 8 a.m., Sun.
URL: www.wizardsofwords.org
Description: The conference is open to the public and geared to providing information
and networks for anyone with an interest in the literary field.
Homeschoolers: Fall Colors
Type: Special Events
Dates: Oct. 17
Location: North
Address: Martha Lafite Thompson Nature Sanctuary, 407 N. Lafrenz Rd., Liberty,
Mo.
Phone: 816-781-8598
Admission: Non-members: $6/child; Members: $4/child
Hours: 10-11:30 a.m.
URL: www.naturesanctuary.com
Description: Learn about MO trees at the Sanctuary at the peak of their autumn
splendor. The naturalist will discuss how to identify trees by their bark,
leaves, etc. Also, learn about why leaves change colors. Dress appropriately
for walking on trails. Call to register. Ages: 6-12 years
Jazz Poetry Jams: "The Recipe:" Desmond "337" Jones
and Theodore Hughes, a.k.a. "Priest"
Type:
Dates: Oct. 17
Location:
Address: The Blue Room, 1616 E 18th St., Kansas City, Mo.
Phone: 816.474.8463
Admission: $5
Hours: 7 p.m.-10 p.m.
URL: www.americanjazzmuseum.org
Description: Featuring special guest poets, an open mic competition, and live
music, it’s a must-see event for lovers of creative personal expression.
The best poet at each session wins $100 and five hours of free studio time,
as well as a Master CD and 50 copies, donated by Chapman Recording. Tonight's
featured poets: "The Recipe" Desmond "337" Jones and Theodore
Hughes, a.k.a. "Priest."
American Royal Business Luncheon
Type: Special Events
Dates: Oct. 18
Location: Near Downtown/Conv Center
Address: Hale Arena, 1800 Genessee, Kansas City, Mo.
Phone: 816.221.8900
Admission:
Hours:
URL: www.americanroyal.com
Description:
American Royal Livestock Marketplace
Type: Special Events
Dates: Oct. 18-23
Location: Near Downtown/Conv Center
Address: American Royal, 1800 Genessee, Kansas City, Mo.
Phone: 816.221.9800
Admission:
Hours:
URL: www.americanroyal.com
Description:
American Royal Livestock Show
Type: Special Events
Dates: Oct. 18-23
Location: Near Downtown/Conv Center
Address: American Royal, 1800 Genessee, Kansas City, Mo.
Phone: 816.221.9800
Admission:
Hours:
URL: www.americanroyal.com
Description: With exhibitors from more than 33 states, The American Royal Livestock
Show is one of the oldest and most prestigious shows in the country. Hundreds
of classes of cattle, swine lambs and goats will be contested. And this year,
the traditional livestock breed sales will be held in the new Fort Dodge/John
Deere Sale Arena.
"The Old Santa Fe Trail"
Type: Special Events
Dates: Oct. 5, 12, 19, 26
Location: East
Address: National Frontier Trails Museum, 318 W. Pacific, Independence, Mo.
Phone: 816.325.7575
Admission: $5 adults, $4.50 seniors, $3.50 children 6-17, children 6 and under
free.
Hours: 2 p.m.
URL: www.frontiertrailsmuseum.org
Description: A special 30-minute gallery tour of the Santa Fe exhibit highlighting
artifacts related to this trail of commerce and emigration.
Author Jack Cashill & Dinner at the Raphael Restaurant
Type:
Dates: Oct. 19
Location:
Address: Raphael Hotel, 325 Ward Parkway, Kansas City, Mo.
Phone: 816.756.3800
Admission: $45-$60 per person.
Hours: 6 p.m.
URL: www.raphaelkc.com
Description: Jack Cashill previews his upcoming book, "What's the Matter
with California", at a dinner talk and book signing of his previous books.
Meanwhile, Chef Peter Hahn demonstrates what's right with California with a
four-course dinner and wine pairings. The dinner will be offered as a prix
fixe menu Oct. 20-Nov. 1
Youth Invitational Rodeo
Type: Special Events
Dates: Oct. 19 & 23
Location: Near Downtown/Conv Center
Address: Kemper Arena, 1701 American Royal Ct., Kansas City, Mo.
Phone: 816.221.9800
Admission: $10
Hours: 12 p.m.
URL: www.americanroyal.com
Description: Not PRCA rated, the Youth Invitation Rodeo offers a younger audience
the opportunity to see their peers participate in true rodeo events. Featured
events include breakaway roping, steer riding, barrel racing, and crowd favorite
- mutton bustin'. These timed events show the true grit and determination of
today's youth. This event is suitable for elementary age children. While at
the American Royal, visit the ADM World of Agriculture or the KCP&L Petting
Zoo.
Family Astronomy
Type: Special Events
Dates: Oct. 20
Location: North
Address: Martha Lafite Thompson Nature Sanctuary, 407 N. Lafrenz Rd., Liberty,
Mo.
Phone: 816-781-8598
Admission: Non-members: $10/family; Members: $6/family
Hours: 7-8:30 p.m.
URL: www.naturesanctuary.com
Description: Learn new constellations and view deep-sky objects and planets
through our powerful Celestron telescope. Call to register. Ages: 5 and up
Independence Square Art Walk
Type: Special Events
Dates: Aug. 18, Sept. 15, Oct. 20
Location: East
Address: Independence Square, Main & Lexington Sts., Independence, Mo.
Phone: 816.254.8612
Admission: Free.
Hours: 6 p.m.-10 p.m.
URL: www.independencesquare.biz
Description: Walk around the square area surrounding the historic Jackson County
Courthouse, eat dinner at one of the fine restaurants and enjoy the art on
display at the various art galleries.
PBR Bullriding
Type: Special Events
Dates: Oct. 20-21
Location: Near Downtown/Conv Center
Address: Kemper Arena, 1800 Genessee, Kansas City, Mo.
Phone: 816.221.9800
Admission: $10-$50
Hours: 7:30 p.m. Doors open at 7 p.m.
URL: www.americanroyal.com
Description: Watch America's top riders taking on 2,000 pounds of angry bull
and going for 8 seconds of glory with adrenalized championship bull riding.
Bull Riding spits in the face of other so called “extreme” sports.
Perched atop 2000 pounds of muscle and blood, cowboys hang on for a ride of
their life, as the bull spins, jumps turns and romps about the ring. The perfect
score is 100, but seldom attained. Highly qualified judges score each ride,
giving the cowboy and the bull points for their performances.
Williams Chili Challenge-Midwest Regional Open Championship
Type:
Dates: Oct. 20-21
Location:
Address: Old Town Lenexa, 87th St. & Pflumm Rd., Lenexa, Kan.
Phone: 913.888.1414
Admission: $1.
Hours: 5 p.m.-11 p.m., Fri.; 9 a.m.-4 p.m., Sat.
URL: www.ci.lenexa.ks.us
Description: The contest is held in Old Town Lenexa. There are 100 teams competing
in two divisions: Competition (C.A.S.I.) Chili and Home Style Chili. In 1999
a Salsa Division was added that has been very popular. Since then, we have
also added a buffalo wing contest. Chili contestants show up Friday afternoon
and begin setting up their booth space.
Young Riders Rodeo
Type: Special Events
Dates: Oct. 20
Location: Near Downtown/Conv Center
Address: Kemper Arena, 1701 American Royal Ct., Kansas City, Mo.
Phone: 816.221.9800
Admission: $10
Hours: 12 p.m.-1 p.m.
URL: www.americanroyal.com
Description: The Youth Invitation Rodeo offers a younger audience the opportunity
to see their peers participate in true rodeo events. See youngsters take part
in break-away roping, mutton-busting, steer riding, and barrel racing. These
events show the true grit and determination of today's youth. This event is
suitable for elementary age children. While at the American Royal, visit the
ADM World of Agriculture or the KCP&L Petting Zoo.
2006 Fall Homes Tour
Type: Special Events
Dates: Oct. 21-22
Location: Near Country Club Plaza
Address: Historic Kansas City Foundation, 201 Westport Rd., Kansas City, Mo.
Phone: 816.931.8448
Admission:
Hours: 10 a.m.-5 p.m., Sat.; 12 p.m.-5 p.m., Sun.
URL:
Description: This year the tour will feature the beautiful Historic Roanoke
District.
Crown Center Pumpkin Patch
Type: Special Events
Dates: Oct. 21
Location: Near Crown Center
Address: Crown Center, 2450 Grand Blvd., Kansas City, Mo.
Phone: 816.274.8444
Admission: Free.
Hours: 11 a.m.-5 p.m.
URL: www.crowncenter.com
Description: This annual benefit features 30,000 pounds of pumpkins piled high
for a great cause - The Children's Therapeutic Learning Center. Visitors can
pick out a pumpkin or two to take home in time for Halloween. This one-day
event is packed with a children's games, activities, entertainers and music.
Family Science Discovery Class: Gross Science
Type: Special Events
Dates: Oct. 21
Location: Near Crown Center
Address: Union Station, 30 W Pershing Rd., Kansas City, Mo.
Phone: 816.460.2020
Admission: $29.95 for one adult/one child, $7 each additional person.
Hours: 11 a.m. & 2 p.m.
URL: www.unionstation.org
Description: Get into the Gross! This hands-on class will have you making fake
snot, blisters and scars to take home and wow your friends.
Dogtober Fest 2006
Type:
Dates: Oct. 22
Location:
Address: Kemper Outdoor Education Center, 8201 Jasper Bell, Blue Springs, Mo.
Phone: 816.229.8980
Admission: Dog food donations for animal shelters accepted.
Hours: 10 a.m-4 p.m.
URL: www.jacksongov.org/rec.shtml
Description: Tails for Trails dog walk, obedience match, agility fun runs,
frisbee competion, Canine Good Citizen Test, games, contest, drawings and demonstrations.
Jack O Lantern Walk
Type: Special Events
Dates: Oct. 22
Location: East
Address: Powell Gardens, 1609 N.W. U.S. Hwy. 50, Kingsville, Mo.
Phone: 816.697.2600
Admission: Adults $8, seniors $7, children 5-12 $3.
Hours: Dusk until 8 p.m.
URL: www.powellgardens.org
Description: Take a self-guided walk through the Gardens by the eerie light
of dozens of uniquely carved Jack O’ Lanterns for a spooky evening of
Halloween fun.
"The Old Santa Fe Trail"
Type: Special Events
Dates: Oct. 5, 12, 19, 26
Location: East
Address: National Frontier Trails Museum, 318 W. Pacific, Independence, Mo.
Phone: 816.325.7575
Admission: $5 adults, $4.50 seniors, $3.50 children 6-17, children 6 and under
free.
Hours: 2 p.m.
URL: www.frontiertrailsmuseum.org
Description: A special 30-minute gallery tour of the Santa Fe exhibit highlighting
artifacts related to this trail of commerce and emigration.
American Royal PRCA Rodeo
Type: Special Events
Dates: Oct. 26-28
Location: Near Downtown/Conv Center
Address: Kemper Arena, 1800 Genessee, Kansas City, Mo.
Phone: 816.931.3330
Admission: $10-50.
Hours: 7:30 p.m.
URL: www.americanroyal.com
Description: Watch America's original extreme sport, the American Royal PRCA
Rodeo. Join America's top rodeo pros at the one and only American Royal Rodeo
Finals. You'll see world champion cowboys, the top announcer, top bullfighters,
top bucking stock and top specialty acts in the country.
Evening Swales Walk & Wagon Ride
Type: Special Events
Dates: Aug. 31, Sept. 29, Oct. 26
Location: East
Address: National Frontier Trails Museum, 318 W. Pacific, Independence, Mo.
Phone: 816.325.7575
Admission: $10 adults, $7.50 children. Advance reservations required.
Hours: 7 p.m.
URL: www.frontiertrailsmuseum.org
Description: Enjoy a wagon ride by lantern light while you listen to stories
of early Independence history with stops to examine swales (ruts) made by animals
and wagons bound for Santa Fe. Weather permitting.
Merriam Hotel Crawl & Trolley Tour
Type:
Dates: Oct. 26
Location:
Address: Drury Inn, Shawnee Mission Parkway & I-35, Merriam, Kan.
Phone: 913 403-8999
Admission: Free.
Hours: 5 p.m.-7 p.m.
URL: www.exploremerriam.com
Description: Hop on the trolley and join the Visitors Bureau as we "Hotel
Crawl" in Merriam! Route begins at the Drury Inn (Shawnee Mission Parkway & I-35)
and tours the five hotel properties in Merriam! Refreshments and prizes at
each trolley stop.
American Royal Quarter Horse Show
Type: Special Events
Dates: Oct. 27-29
Location: Near Downtown/Conv Center
Address: Hale Arena, 1701 American Royal Court, Kansas City, Mo.
Phone: 816.931.3330
Admission: Free.
Hours: 7 p.m.
URL: www.americanroyal.com
Description: The nation’s best Quarter Horses compete in Halter and Performance
Classes. You are invited to visit the stalls and see these magnificent animals
up close. (After the Quarter Horse Congress and before the AQHA World Show).
(After the Quarter Horse Congress and before the AQHA World Show)
Halloween Bash
Type:
Dates: Oct. 27
Location:
Address: Dos Hombres, 528 Walnut, Kansas City, Mo.
Phone: 816 474-4696
Admission:
Hours: 6 p.m.
URL: www.doskc.com
Description: Dos Hombres and 610 Sports are throwing a Halloween Bash! 610
Sports Night with Chris and Cowboy will be broadcasting from the Bar area,
and "House of Hope" will be having a reception in our Indian Room.
Dos Hombres is donating 100% of all nacho sales to "House of Hope",
a non-profit charity for children of abuse. There will be giveaways, a costume
contest, and that great Mexican food from Dos Hombres. Get in early, because
seating will be limited! Our theme is "Freaky Football" so come dressed
as a player, cheerleader, or fan. Wear red to support the Chiefs! (it's Halloween,
blood is red.... get the picture?!) Prizes available will be Chiefs-Seahawks
Tickets, NBA Showdown tickets at Allen Feild House and Dos Hombres Gift Certificates!
No reservations will be accepted, so show up early to get your seat!
Quarter Horse Show
Type: Special Events
Dates: Oct. 27-29
Location: Near Downtown/Conv Center
Address: American Royal Complex, 1701 American Royal Court, Kansas City, Mo.
Phone: 816.221.9800
Admission: Free.
Hours: 8 a.m.
URL: www.americanroyal.com
Description: Today's Quarter Horse is the world's most versatile. A Champion
Quarter Horse that excels in Jumping, Pleasure Driving and Hunter classes has
a long, sweeping stride. Halter Horses are heavily muscled with more height.
Western Pleasure Horses have a balanced stride and good conformation. Competitors
in Reining are more compact.
Draft Horse Experience
Type: Special Events
Dates: Oct. 28
Location: Near Downtown/Conv Center
Address: American Royal Complex, 1701 American Royal Court, Kansas City, Mo.
Phone: 816.221.9800
Admission: Free.
Hours:
URL: www.americanroyal.com
Description:
Militia Muster
Type: Special Events
Dates: Oct. 28-29
Location: East
Address: Fort Osage, Sibley, Mo.
Phone: 816.503.4860
Admission: Adults $5, youth 5-13 and seniors $3, youth 5 and under free.
Hours: 9 a.m.-4:30 p.m.
URL: www.jacksongov.org/rec.shtml
Description: Observe the training and drilling of a garrison of Regular Soldiers
and Volunteer Militia as they prepare for the War of 1812 against Britain.
Militia Muster
Type:
Dates: Oct. 28-29
Location:
Address: Fort Osage, 105 Osage St., Sibley, Mo.
Phone: 816.503.4860
Admission: $5 adults, $3 children 5-13 and seniors, children 4 and under free.
Hours: 9 a.m.-4:30 p.m.
URL: www.jacksongov.org/rec.shtml
Description: Observe the training and drilling of a garrison of Regular Soldiers
and Volunteer Militia as they prepare for the War of 1812 against Britain.
Westport Halloween Spooktacular
Type: Special Events
Dates: Oct. 28
Location: Near Country Club Plaza
Address: Westport Road and Pennsylvania, Kansas City, Mo.
Phone: 816.531.4370
Admission:
Hours:
URL: www.westportkcmo.com
Description:
American Royal Hunter/Jumper Horse Show
Type: Special Events
Dates: Nov. 1-5
Location: Near Downtown/Conv Center
Address: American Royal Complex, 1701 American Royal Court, Kansas City, Mo.
Phone: 816.221.9800
Admission: Free.
Hours: 8 a.m.-9 p.m.
URL: www.americanroyal.com
Description: The Hunter/Jumper Grand Prix - Don't miss the excitement, fun
and adrenaline rush of this Olympic-caliber event, a showcase combining athleticism
and grace.
The Hunter - The hunter can be of any age or breed but are
divided by the number of years shown in the Hunter Division. Horses aren't
judged on time but on conformation and their ability to maneuver the course.
As a horses' ability and experience increases so does the difficulty of
the course.
The Jumper - A jumper can be of any breed and is judged on
its performance over jumps and speed in which it completes the course.
The horse with the fastest, cleanest round (fewest rails knocked down,
or faults) is the winner.