County Fairs Around the Kansas City Metros
Grab the kiddos and head to the nearest corny dog stand… it’s fair time around the metro! We found the best county fairs and fests near you.
We all know that county fairs serve up some yummy food and exciting rides, but county fairs are also a great way to support local shops and vendors, create memories and enjoy some quality time with the family.
So, now that summer is approaching, mark your calendars for one (or more) of these state fairs or county fairs near you.
** Nearly all KC festivals and fairs are cancelled for 2020 or offering digital options instead of in-person events. However, check their individual websites online for more recent updates. Also check back for 2021 info!
Fairs & Festivals Near Us:
Bloom Fest
Powell Gardens
April 15th-May 9th, 2021
Play Outside @ Powell Gardens festival of flowers!
KC Urban Children’s Book Fair
KC Jazz Museum
May 22nd, 2021
This is the 1st annual Children’s Book Fair put on by the Jazz Museum. Kids will have an opportunity to purchase books from many of these authors!
Downtown Days Festival Lee’s Summit
SE Main and SE 3rd Lee’s Summit, MO
June 5th- June 7th
This 3 day family festival is located in downtown Lee’s Summit. Enjoy kid friendly carnival, live entertainment and of course all the yummy local food.
Boulevardia
West Bottoms
June 19th-20th
This local street fair is open for the entire family to enjoy. There will be tons of food, live music and a spectacular bottomless brunch. This fair is more than a celebration of local beers and breweries, it’s an experience for the whole family. The best part is, kids 12 and under are FREE.
Frontier Days in Edgerton, KS
June 19th- 20th
This weekend fair in Edgerton is where history is celebrated. This festival includes crafts, music, a parade and a family friendly carnival.
Wyandotte County Fair
13700 Polfer Rd Kansas City, KS
July 7th- July 11th
The Wyandotte County Fair is full of food, fun and festival fun. Enjoy the vintage car shows, market place, carnival and other fun fair attractions.
Wyandotte County Fair
13700 Polfer Road, Kansas City, KS 66109
July 13th-17th, 2021
Your family can enjoy arts and crafts, music, food, a carnival, and all the traditional fair fun.
Cass County Fair
Paola, KS
July 13th-18th, 2021
This week-long fair is a fun place for kids and adults of all ages! There will be camping all week, rodeo, auction, games, food, rides & tons of fun!
Miami County Fair
401 E. Wallace Park Dr, Paola, KS
July 18th-26th.
The Miami County Fair is back this summer. Enjoy the Fair Royalty parade, mutton bustin’ , rodeo and more.
2021 Platte County Fair
July 21st-24th, 2021
This festival has been going since 1863! It’s a giant state fair with entertainment, food, vendors, rides & everything in between.
Miami County Fair
401 E. Wallace Park Dr, Paola, KS
July 24th to August 1st, 2021
The Miami County Fair is back this summer. Enjoy the Fair Royalty parade, mutton bustin’ , rodeo and more.
Platte County Fair
414 State Rte 92 Platte City, MO
July 22 thru July 25th.
Stop by the Platte County Fair and enjoy a rodeo, tractor & truck pull, mud-a- thon, entertainment, 4H livestock and more.
Johnson County Fair
136 E, Washington St Gardner, KS
July 26th- August 1st.
The Johnson County Fair in Kansas is one you don’t want to miss. Catch a demolition Derby, parade and all the fun that a county fair has to offer including delicious fair food.
Johnson County, Kansas Fair
136 E Washington St. Gardener, KS 66030
July 27th- August 1st, 2021
This Kansas fair is HUGE! There are rides, live stock, entertainment & performances, and everything you want from a fair!
Douglas County Fair
2120 Harper St Lawrence, KS
July 28th- August 1st.
The Douglas County Fair will feature the Kenny Gambler Band and Quite Frankly among other performers in their 2020 county fair. There will also be 4H exhibits, Ice Cream contest, fair food and fun.
Missouri State Fair
2503 W 16th Street Sedalia, MO.
August 18th – August 23rd.
The Missouri State Fair is one of the biggest county fairs. From livestock showing, live entertainment, fun stuff just for kids and all the cotton candy you can take.
Maker Fair 1855
August 21st, 2021
If you want to support local creators and makers, this festival bring together tons or makers from the past!
Parkville Days
8701 McAfee Dr Parkville, MO
August 21st- August 23rd
This free family festival features live music, parade, local retailers and food vendors plus a carnival. Enjoy the last days of summer at this special festival.
2021 Kansas City Renaissance Festival
Fair Grounds
September 4th – October 17th, 2021
KC Ren Fest is back this year! Come enjoy turkey leg, jousting, rides & everything we love about the festival!
Kansas State Fair
2000 N Poplar St Hutchinson, KS
September 11th-20th
The Kansas State Fair will be open and ready to kick off the new season in September. Enjoy concerts from Darci Lynne Farmer (America’s Got Talent) 4H exhibits and shows, fair food and a carnival that will please everyone.
Grain Valley Fair
713 South Main St Grain Valley, MO
September 11th-12th.
The Grain Valley Fair is a two day fair packed with attractions the whole family will love. Shop the local vendors, dance the weekend away to live music, catch the parade and more. Plus, feast on fair favorites like BBQ and Kettle Corn. Don’t forget to stay for the fireworks.
50th Jesse James Festival
Jesse James Park in Kearney, Missouri
September 11, 16-19, 2021
This is the 50th annual event!
Higginsville Country Fair
Downtown Higginsville Higginsville, MO
September 12th-19th
This county fair includes art exhibits, a kids playground, pageants, parades,contests, local vendors, rodeo and more.
Plaza Art Fair
The Country Club Plaza
September 24-26, 2021
If you’re an art lover, one of KC’s most popular festivals is for you. There are hundreds of artists that set up tents throughout the streets of the Plaza. You don’t want to miss this!
Liberty Fall Festival
Liberty Square
September 24th-26th, 2021
There’s vendors, live music, and fun activities for the whole family!
Missouri Town 1855 Fall Festival of Arts Crafts & Music
8010 E. Park Road, Lees’ Summit, MO 64081
October 2nd-3rd, 2021
This is a tradition in KC to experience the history of our area. “Skilled interpreters, crafters and artisans will bring this antebellum living history site to life with period music, dance, games, crafts, a fun‑filled hay wagon ride, and delicious foods,” according to their website.
No Info for 2021:
Johnson County (MO) Fair
No info for 2020.
Cass County Fair
No info for 2020.
Now that you know where the best county fairs are near you, grab the family and head out to one this weekend! Remember to check fair websites for information regarding weather changes, parking, and other questions regarding the fair.
Leavenworth County Fair
No info for 2020.
We hope to see you out and about at one of these state fairs and county fairs!
Fromm our family to yours, iFamilyKC
