Events

Flags 4 Freedom

Monday, June 30, 2025 | 06:00 AM to Saturday, July 05, 2025 | 10:00 AM

Downtown Merriam transforms into perfect rows of patriotic pride.

Merriam Marketplace, 5740 Merriam Drive,  66203

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Tim Murphy Art Gallery Opening Reception

Thursday, July 03, 2025 | 07:00 PM to 08:30 PM

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The Tim Murphy Art Gallery hosts an opening reception the first Thursday of the month. All exhibits are free to the public. Come meet the artists and enjoy complimentary refreshments.

Merriam Community Center, 6040 Slater St, Merriam 66202

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Merriam Farmers' Market

Saturday, July 05, 2025 | 08:00 AM to 01:00 PM

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Get your fresh, locally grown fruits and veggies at the Merriam Farmers' Market!

Merriam Marketplace, 5740 Merriam Dr., Merriam 66203

Tagged as: , Community Events, Kids & Family, Sustainability

Family Fun Friday

Friday, July 11, 2025 | 06:00 PM to 08:00 PM

Come party with us at our free Family Fun Friday event at Quail Creek Park!

Quail Creek Park, 7024 Grandview Ave.,  66202

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Cruise Night

Saturday, July 12, 2025 | 06:30 PM to 08:30 PM

Get your motor running and head to Merriam Marketplace for our annual Cruise Night!

Merriam Marketplace, 5740 Merriam Drive,  66203

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Dive-In Movie Night

Friday, July 18, 2025 | 08:30 PM to 10:30 PM

View a special screening of a staff favorite movie while you swim in the pool!

Merriam Community Center, 6040 Slater St.,  66202

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Making Waves & turning Five - Let's Dive into the Fun!

Friday, July 25, 2025 | 06:00 PM to 08:00 PM

Join us as we celebrate the Merriam Community Center's birthday!

Merriam Community Center, 6040 Slater St.,  66202

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Cardboard Boat Regatta

Saturday, August 09, 2025 | 09:00 AM to 11:30 AM

Build a coardboard boat and race it across the pool against other creative competitors!

Merriam Community Center, 6040 Slater St.,  66202

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Cruise Night

Saturday, August 09, 2025 | 06:30 PM to 08:30 PM

Get your motor running and head to Merriam Marketplace for our annual Cruise Night!

Merriam Marketplace, 5740 Merriam Drive,  66203

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Free Day at the MCC

Friday, August 15, 2025 | 05:00 AM to 08:00 PM

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Merriam residents can enjoy a free day at the Merriam Community Center.

Merriam Community Center, 6040 Slater St.,  66202

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Concert in the Courtyard

Friday, August 15, 2025 | 06:30 PM to 08:00 PM

Pack up your lawn chairs or blanket and head out for a fun Friday evening meeting new people, and listening to a local band. Kids will love the free entertainment.

Merriam Community Center, 6040 Slater St.,  66202

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Turkey Creek Car and Motorcycle Show

Saturday, September 13, 2025 | 10:00 AM to 04:30 PM

Come to downtown Merriam from 10 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. to see the street full of classic cars! This event features over 250 classic cars, trucks and motorcycles on display.

Merriam Marketplace, 5740 Merriam Dr.,  66202

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Merriam Drive Live

Saturday, October 04, 2025 | 02:00 PM to 08:00 PM

Downtown Merriam will transform into a street and lawn party full of music on two stages, food trucks, adult beverages and a Cornhole Tournament.

Merriam Marketplace, 5740 Merriam Drive,  66203

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National Night Out

Tuesday, October 07, 2025 | 05:00 PM to 07:00 PM

Pack up your lawn chairs or blanket and head out for a fun evening! Grab a hot dog and listen to live music with your local police officers. Kids will love the playground and face painting, too.

Waterfall Park, 5191 Merriam Drive,  66203

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Halloween Happenings & Trunk or Treat

Saturday, October 18, 2025 | 02:00 PM to 03:30 PM

Grab your favorite costume and enjoy spooky fun including games, Instafun photo booth, candy and Trunk or Treat with Merriam business owners!

Merriam Marketplace, 5740 Merriam Dr,  66203

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Merriam's 75th Birthday Party

Thursday, October 23, 2025 | 04:00 PM to 08:00 PM

Come together for a day filled with the love and spirit of Merriam! The birthday party will feature face painting, a balloon artist, adult drinks, ice cream, and a birthday cake.

Merriam Marketplace, 5740 Merriam Drive, Merriam 66203

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Annual High School Visual Arts Competition

Thursday, December 04, 2025 | 07:00 PM to Saturday, December 27, 2025 | 12:00 PM

The Annual High School Visual Arts Competition is one of the largest high school art competitions in the Kansas City metro region allowing student artists to showcase their work in watercolor, pastel, oil, acrylics, drawing, 3D, photography, and digital illustration/painting. Prizes are awarded to the top three pieces in each category.

Merriam Community Center, 6040 Slater St,  66202

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Christmas in the Courtyard

Friday, December 05, 2025 | 06:30 PM to 08:00 PM

Get in the holiday spirit and join us for the annual holiday lighting tradition at the Merriam Community Center Courtyard.

Merriam Community Center, 6040 Slater St,  66202

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Heartland Artist Exhibition Awards Ceremony

Saturday, March 07, 2026 | 05:00 PM to 07:00 PM

The annual Heartland Artist Exhibition features juried artists from across the United States.

Merriam Community Center, 6040 Slater St.,  66202

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Turkey Creek Festival 5K

Saturday, May 16, 2026 | 08:00 AM to 10:00 AM

Benefits Merriam Parks, Recreation and Community Center Foundation Scholarship Fund.

Merriam Marketplace, 5740 Merriam Drive,  66203

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