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Kid playing with bubbles at Turkey Creek Festival

From smaller holiday celebrations to live music in the street, Merriam Parks and Recreation always has something to add to your calendar.

Find fresh food at the farmers' market, meet artists at the monthly opening receptions, see vintage cars galore, and connect with the community at all of our events.

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Upcoming Events

Family Pizza Bingo Night

Friday, September 29, 2023 | 06:00 PM to 07:30 PM

Join us for a night of family fun and great prizes! Pizza, beverages, dessert, and 10 games of bingo are included.

Merriam Community Center, 6040 Slater St, 66202

Tagged as: , Community Events, Kids & Family, Youth Activities

Merriam Farmers' Market

Saturday, September 30, 2023 | 07:00 AM to 01:00 PM

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

Kansas City Plogtober

Sunday, October 01, 2023 | 12:00 AM to Tuesday, October 31, 2023 | 11:59 PM

Plogtober will take place in October across dozens of parks around the Kansas City region. Sign-ups are now open for one of our pre-arranged cleanup sites, or you can submit your own team (or fly solo) to pick up litter on your own block!

Merriam Marketplace, 5740 Merriam Drive, 66203

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

Tim Murphy Art Gallery Opening Reception

Thursday, October 05, 2023 | 07:00 PM to 08:30 PM

2 more dates

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

Tagged as: , Adult Activities, Community Events, Music & Arts

Merriam Drive Live

Saturday, October 07, 2023 | 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

Tagged as: , Adult Activities, Community Events, Festivals, Kids & Family, Music & Arts

Merriam Drive Live Sounds & Spirits Tasting Event

Saturday, October 07, 2023 | 06:00 PM to 08:00 PM

Join us as we uncork a selection of the finest and most captivating spirits, each with a unique story to tell.

Merriam Marketplace, 5740 Merriam Drive, 66203

Tagged as: , Adult Activities, Community Events, Festivals, Music & Arts

National Night Out

Tuesday, October 10, 2023 | 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, too.

Waterfall Park, 5191 Merriam Drive, 66203

Tagged as: , Community Events, Kids & Family, Music & Arts, Youth Activities

Free Day at the MCC

Friday, October 20, 2023 | 05:00 AM to 08:00 PM

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

Merriam Community Center, 6040 Slater St., 66202

Tagged as: , Community Events, Kids & Family

Murder Mystery Night

Friday, October 20, 2023 | 07:00 PM to 09:00 PM

Don't miss this interactive murdery mystery night!

Merriam Community Center, 6040 Slater St, 66202

Tagged as: , Adult Activities, Community Events, Music & Arts

Annual High School Visual Arts Competition Opening Reception

Thursday, December 07, 2023 | 07:00 PM to 08:30 PM

One of the largest high school art competitions in the Kansas City Metro region showcasing student artists in watercolor, pastel, oil acrylics, drawing, 3D, photography and digital illustration/painting.

Merriam Community Center, 6040 Slater St, 66202

Tagged as: , Community Events, Kids & Family, Music & Arts

Heartland Artist Exhibition Awards Ceremony

Saturday, March 02, 2024 | 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

Tagged as: , Adult Activities, Community Events, Music & Arts

Turkey Creek Car and Motorcycle Show

Saturday, September 14, 2024 | 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

Tagged as: , Adult Activities, Community Events, Festivals, Kids & Family

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