Events

Family Fun Friday

Friday, June 13, 2025 | 06:00 PM to 08:00 PM

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

Brown Park, 5040 Booker Drive,  66203

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

Merriam Farmers' Market

Saturday, June 14, 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

Dive-In Movie Night

Friday, June 20, 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

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

Make Music Day - Kansas City

Saturday, June 21, 2025 | 12:00 AM

Make Music Kansas City is a live, free musical celebration on June 21, the longest day of the year, with concerts on streets, sidewalks, venues and parks accross the city.

Merriam Community Center, 6040 Slater St,  66202

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

Flags 4 Freedom

Saturday, June 28, 2025 | 07:00 AM to Saturday, July 05, 2025 | 10:00 AM

Downtown Merriam transforms into perfect rows of patriotic pride.

Merriam Marketplace, 5740 Merriam Drive,  66203

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

Kids Maker Market

Saturday, June 28, 2025 | 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM

Support our local youth entrepreneurs and shop their handmade goods at the Kids Maker Market. The vendor fee includes a shared table and chair. Limits spots are available. Secure your spot before they're gone!

Merriam Marketplace, 5740 Merriam Drive,  66203

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

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

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

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

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

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

Tagged as: , Adult Activities, Community Events

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Tagged as: , Adult Activities, Community Events

Free Day at the MCC

Friday, August 15, 2025 | 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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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