Entertainment, Arts & Culture


Community Orchestra

The Lenexa Community Orchestra performs free concerts for the community each summer. The orchestra, which began in 2017 as a program of the Lenexa Arts Council, is made up of volunteer musicians and is led by conductor Richard Ryan. more

Victoria Secret: Lily on the Water

Victoria Secret: Lily on the Water Instructor: Dr. Chad Miller Thursday, August 15 | 7:30-10 p.m Cost: $45 (Powell Members 10% off) Ticket includes two cocktails and hearty snacks This special educational evening is all about the enchanting Victoria water… more

Saturday Rhythm & Blooms

Saturday Rhythm & Blooms Saturday, August 10 | 12-4pm Second Saturdays through the summer, take a break and enjoy the rhythm of live music performed by Ernest James Zydeco, libations and the blooms of the season. Purchase tasty bites from… more

Photographer’s-Only Butterfly Access

Photographer’s-Only Butterfly Access Thursday, August 8 |6-8 p.m. Cost: $10 per person (does not include Festival Admission or Parking fee) Join us for the golden hour just as the sun begins to set and photograph butterflies in the gardens and… more

Native Butterfly Habitats: The Heart and Soul of Your Garden

Native Butterfly Habitats: The Heart and Soul of Your Garden Sunday, August 4 | 2 p.m. Join docent Betty Boyd in the Grand Hall of the Visitor Center for a walk through the Native Butterfly Habitat in the Heartland Harvest… more

Meet the Experts: Photography Demonstration

Meet the Experts: Photography Demonstration Saturday, July 27 | 2-4 p.m. Gather tips from exhibiting photographers, Wendy Delzeit, Stephanie Ehrhardt, Angie Harris, and Lisa Healey for shooting insects in motion, florals, and landscapes. Refreshments provided. Free with Garden Admission   more

Festival of Butterflies

Festival of Butterflies July 26-August 11 | 9 a.m.-6 p.m. daily Flit and flutter out to Powell Gardens for this annual event focused on a favorite pollinator! Enjoy hands-on activities, interact with expert community partners, and walk among the winged… more

Festival of Butterflies

Festival of Butterflies! July 26 thru August 11 | 9 a.m.-6 p.m. daily Flit and flutter out to Powell Gardens for this annual event focused on a favorite pollinator! Enjoy hands-on activities, interact with expert community partners, and walk among… more

Boyz II Men

Boyz II Men remains one of the most iconic R&B groups in music history, offering fans a rich catalog of hits filled with smooth harmonies and enduring themes. The band has penned and performed some of the most celebrated classics… more

Booms & Blooms: 25th Anniversary Celebration

Booms & Blooms: 25th Anniversary Celebration Saturday, June 29 | Gardens open at 9 a.m. | Fireworks begin at dusk Rain Date: Sunday, June 30 (Powell Gardens Members receive free admission and free parking) Join us for the 25th and… more