Entertainment, Arts & Culture


Santa Arrives on Amtrak

Santa arrives at the Amtrak Depot in Washington, Mo. on Friday, December 3, 2021 at 5:00pm. more

Holiday House Tour

Tour the historical homes, businesses and churches of downtown Washington festively decorated for the Christmas holidays.  Meet at Post Office at 2nd & Lafayette Sts. at 4pm.  There is a small fee. more

KC Celebrates Kenny Broberg Presented by Park University and the Kansas City Chamber Orchestra

In his first concert appearance since winning the coveted American Pianists Awards this summer, pianist Kenny Broberg will be celebrated by Kansas City audiences in a performance with the Kansas City Chamber Orchestra in Helzberg Hall. Already a favorite in Kansas City, Kenny is… more

Jazzoo 2021

While we weren’t able to have Jazzoo in 2020, we are looking forward to bringing it back in 2021! Jazzoo is our largest event of the year, and the Kansas City Zoo depends on this fundraiser to help us feed… more

Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater KC: Kids Night Out 2021

The 25th Annual Kids Night Out Event is an exciting evening where 1,200+ guests join together to benefit the children served by the Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Kansas City. The event features a cocktail party, silent auction, dinner,… more

Holiday Parade of Lights

The annual Holiday Parade of Lights in downtown Washington features decorated floats, brass band, carolers, Santa Claus and much more.  Free event. more

Olde Fashioned Christmas

Olde Fashioned Christmas is a free family event featuring roasting marshmallows, crafts, cookies, reindeer, facepainting, brass band and Santa Claus. more

We Work for Change 2021

Join us to celebrate equity, diversity and 30 years of United WE, formerly Women’s Foundation, with three trailblazing national leaders! Mellody Hobson (featured virtual speaker), Tina Tchen and Tiffany Dufu (both in-person guest speakers) will inspire and exemplify what it… more

For the Love of LITeracy

For the Love of LITeracy is curated to show appreciation and enthusiasm for the positive impacts of reading. On August 21, 2021 from 11am-4pm, at the downtown Big Brothers and Big Sisters location, LITeracy advocates will celebrate in the efforts… more

Dog Days of Summer

Bring your best friend and enjoy the day at the Blue Springs Dog Park. We will have fun activities, contests, treats and more. Meet with local pet friendly vendors on site! And don't miss out on our NEW 1mile Dog… more