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Join us for a magical winter adventure with the Lee’s Summit Museum at Bridge Space on Thursday, January 8th from 6–7 p.m. We’ll begin by sharing the classic tale of Frosty the Snowman, that jolly, happy soul who always brings a little winter wonder wherever he goes. After the story, children can laugh, play, and dance around with the big guy himself — because when Frosty comes to life, the fun is never far behind. After an opportunity for selfies with Frosty kids will enjoy creating winter...

Get ready to go head-to-head in the Mario Kart Tournament! This event is happening on Friday, January 9, from 6 - 9 p.m. The entry fee includes participation in pool play (depending on the number of entries), a double elimination tournament, and pizza and drinks. Consoles and controllers are provided by Lee's Summit Parks and Recreation, but feel free to bring your own controller. Harris Park Community Center 110 SW Blue Parkway | Lees Summit MO 64063 Friday, January 9 | 6 - 9...

A fun event for children ages 5 and under, filled with stories, imagination and a relaxed, family-friendly atmosphere. Green Street 209 SE Green St.| Lees Summit MO 64063 Wednesday, January 14 | 10 - 11:30 a.m.

KC Exotics-R-Us will be bringing a fennec fox to the Green Street Market! Enjoy a free, fun-filled educational program while learning more about the critters among us. Green Street 209 SE Green St.| Lees Summit MO 64063 Thursday, January 15 | 6 - 7 p.m.

Gather your friends or someone special for a night out at Green Street! This event is for ages 18 and up. More details to come! Green Street 209 SE Green St.| Lees Summit MO 64063 Friday, January 16 | 7 - 9 p.m.

Get geared up for a NERF battle of epic proportions! Come compete in 4 vs. 4 matches, randomly generated. Participants compete with each other, but everyone is scored individually.Every player is guaranteed at least 6 matches, and most likely more. NERF guns, darts, and eye protection are provided by LSPR, outside equipment is not allowed other than personal eye protection. Close-toed shoes are required to participate. Harris Park Community Center 110 SW Blue Parkway | Lees Summit...

Hit the ice for a squatchtacular night at Summit Ice! Skate alongside Sam the Sasquatch, the Lee's Summit Parks and Recreation's beloved Agents of Discovery field agent, and soak up the winter magic. Warm up afterward with hot chocolate, s'mores, and the cozy glow of the fire pits. Summit Ice 120 NE Chipman Road | Lees Summit MO 64063 Saturday, January 24 | 6 - 8 p.m. Cost: Lee's Summit Resident Discount Rate: $9.00, Regular Rate: $12.00, Optional Skate Rental: $5.00

Come celebrate winter with us in Downtown Lee's Summit on January 24th for our Shovel the Sidewalk Sale with doorbuster deals and winter-themed specials at over 20 different businesses. Downtown Lee's Summit Saturday, January 24 | 10 a.m.

A fun event for children ages 5 and under, filled with stories, imagination and a relaxed, family-friendly atmosphere. Green Street 209 SE Green St.| Lees Summit MO 64063 Wednesday, January 28 | 10 - 11:30 a.m.

Our Nailed It! Holiday Bake Off is back—this time fully online and more festive than ever! Whether you're a beginner or a seasoned baker, register to join this social media showdown. Each month (February, March, and April 2026), we’ll reveal the featured baked item on the first Monday, and participants will submit a photo of their creation by 8 a.m. on the second Monday. All submissions will be posted to our Facebook page for community voting, and the treat with the most “Likes” by noon on the third Monday will win a prize. Get ready to whisk, bake, snap, and post—do you have what it takes to Nail It? COST: Youth (17-): $10 per session Adult (18+): $10 per session SCHEDULE: Click here to register for February Youth session Click here to register for February Adult session Registration Deadline: January 30 February 2: Recipe sent to participants February 9 by 8:00 a.m.: Photo submissions due February 9 by noon: Photos posted for voting February 16 at 12:00 p.m.: Voting closes Click here to register for March Youth session Click here to register for March Adult session Registration Deadline: February 28 March 2: Recipe sent to participants March 9 by 8:00 a.m.: Photo submissions due March 9 by noon: Photos posted for voting March 16 at 12:00 p.m.: Voting closes Click here to register for April Youth session Click here to register for April Adult session Registration Deadline: March 31 April 6: Recipe sent to participants April 13 by 8:00 a.m.: Photo submissions due April 13 by noon: Photos posted for voting April 20 at 12:00 p.m.: Voting closes

Don't miss this opportunity to bond, dance, and create unforgettable moments with your daughter(s). Join us for an unforgettable night at our Daddy Daughter Dance! Capture the memory in the photo booth, enjoy a dinner together, then dance the night away to the sounds of the live DJ! Be sure to grab a goodie bag before heading home! Meal: TDB DETAILS Cost: $55 Per couple $15 each additional daughter When: Friday, February 6 or Saturday, February 7, 2026 Registration Deadline: January 27, 2026 Time: 6 p.m. - 9 p.m. Where: Vesper Hall, 400 NW Vesper St. Ages: +3 Registration Links: Friday, February 6 - Couple Friday, February 6 - Additional daughter Saturday, February 7 - Couple Saturday, February 7 - Additional daughter For questions, please call our front desk at 816-228-0137 Thank you to our sponsor Roses and Such! Stop by and mention that you attended Daddy Daughter Dance for a discount on your purchase.

It’s time to sip and shop with Pink Rodeo Boutique on Saturday, Feb. 14 from 11 a.m. - 3 p.m! Bringing together a mix of local makers, boutiques, and entrepreneurs for a Valentine’s Day–inspired shopping experience to Downtown Lee’s Summit! This is a FREE event with a live band and a local food truck. Green Street 209 SE Green St. | Lees Summit MO 64063 Saturday, February 14 | 11 a.m. - 3 p.m.

Browse vendor booths while sipping on specialty drinks and discover your new favorite small business. More details to come. The Historic Longview Mansion 1200 SW Longview Park Drive| Lees Summit MO 64081 Thursday, February 26 | 5:30 - 8:30 p.m.

DATE: TIME: PRICE: $45 table of 4 - Click here to register online $65 table of 6 - Click here to register online LOCATION: Vesper Hall REGISTRATION DEADLINE:

Join us for a morning day of fun and competition. Each team will be put into divisions based of the teams skill level. Playing three pool play games, two sets of rally scoring. From there all teams will compete in a single elimination tournament. Where: Carson Ross Community Recreation Complex When: March 7. 9:00 a.m. Who: Any players 18+ Cost: $50 per team REGISTER HERE

Players will compete in 4 different stock game battles against their opponents. After pool play games, they will compete in a tournament based off seeding to win a prize! Prizes will be gift cards to Gamestop—1st and 2nd place will be awarded. DETAILS Players will be randomly assigned to play against one another Snack will be provided for all This tournament is for participants 17 and under Carson Ross Community Recreation Complex membership is not required When:  Saturday, March 14 Time: Noon Where: Carson Ross Community Recreation Complex - Party Room #1 Price: $10 per participant To Register: Call 816-622-4348, visit the Carson Ross Community Recreation Complex front desk, or click here to sign up online. For any questions contact; dadamson@bluespringsgov.com

Experience the joy of reliving your childhood Easter egg hunt memories with a delightful twist designed just for adults! Gather your friends and join us for an evening brimming with laughter and entertainment. Enjoy the warmth of the bonfire, and set off on an exhilarating adventure for a shot at winning amazing prizes. Don't forget to bring your flashlight along! Come and be a part of an unforgettable night filled with fun and nostalgia. SPECIFICS Date: Friday, April 10, 2026 Age: 21 and older Location: Hidden Valley Sports Complex COST Team Registration- $120 per team (up to 10 adults) Private Tailgate Space Private Hunting Grounds Prize eggs Candy eggs HOW TO REGISTER Click here to register online, call 816-228-0137 to register over the phone, or in-person at the Carson Ross Community Recreation Complex front desk. This event will fill up fast! Registration deadline is Wednesday, April 1.

Hey Blue Springs! We need YOUR help to keep our beautiful city clean and green. Gather friends, family, coworkers, church or communinty group to join one of three different teams for Green Up the Blue, Saturday, April 18. Check-in and day-of registration begins at 8:30 a.m. with a brief meeting at 9 a.m. before everyone departs to their respective areas. Stream Team – focus on streams, creeks, ponds and lakes to clean up banks and surrounding areas Guardians of the Green – focus on greenspaces such as parks or areas not in the right-of-ways Roadside Wranglers – focus on right-of-ways at I-70 and Woods Chapel Road; I-70 and 7 Highway; and I-70 and Adams Dairy Parkway What to Bring Comfortable clothing and sturdy shoes Reusable water bottle Gloves (if you have them) Lots of energy and a smile! We Provide Trash bags Gloves Trash pickers A chance to make new friends and give back to the community! How to Sign Up Click HERE to get registered Volunteers of all ages welcome Any volunteer under the age of 18 must be accompanied by an adult Volunteers must be at least 18 years of age to work on the Roadside Wranglers team

Welcome spring at Birds and Breakfast! Enjoy a pastry and a warm drink, make your own edible bird feeders, and learn a little about the wildlife in our area. Choose a cookie cutter shape you like, combine bird seed with gelatin to form your feeder, and explore our take-home resources. We’ll also have a guest speaker sharing helpful insights and fun facts. Date: Saturday, April 25, 2026 Location: Lake Remembrance (South entrance) Price: $15 per person Sign up online: https://secure.rec1.com/MO/blue-springs-parks-recreation-mo/catalog?filter=c2Vhcm No PTM5Nz Ex NDM=

Children's Activities, Games, Crafts & Music, Sheep Shearing and more!

Kids ages 2 to 15 show off their angling skills at this free, fun-filled family event.

Gather a team of 2-4 people and show off your puzzle skills! Race against other teams to complete a 500-piece custom Blue Springs jigsaw puzzle ~ yours to keep after the competition. Prizes will be available for the first and second place winners! Limited to the first 10 teams to register, so hurry! Dinner and drinks included to kick off the night. One adult per team required. DETAILS Date: Friday, May 8th, 2026 Location: Vesper Hall (400 NW Vesper St.) Cost: $45 per team, one registration per team Registration deadline: April 23, 2026 at 2 p.m. CLICK HERE TO REGISTER ONLINE

EVENT DETAILS COST FREE to ages 5 - 14. WHEN Saturday, May 9 WHERE Rotary Park 600 NW Vesper Street Blue Springs, MO 64014 HOW TO REGISTER Registration begins at 8:00 a.m. Event starts at 9 a.m. Rotary Park, Shelter 1 Event is free, however participants must register day of the event with the Optimist Club to participate.

Join us at the Fort Osage Bluff for games, food, music and more.

Celebrate our country’s independence just as our forefathers did in the 19th century.

Explore the sights and sounds of the harvest season at this two-day festival.

Leash up your furry companions and join us at Kemper Outdoor Education Center for a doggone good time!

COMCAST/XFINITY Experience the magic of the holidays at Rotary Park during the Comcast/Xfinity North Pole Trail of Lights, a walk-through winter wonderland featuring more than 250,000 lights, glowing walk-through ornaments, and the dazzling 40-foot Mayor’s Christmas Tree. 🎄 Trail Dates: December 2–30 📍 Location: Rotary Park, Blue Springs, MO 🕔 Hours: Monday–Thursday: 5–9 p.m., Friday–Sunday: 5–10 p.m. 💲Cost: FREE ✨ Meet Santa! Visit with Santa Claus every Friday and Saturday before Christmas from 6–9 p.m. MAYOR'S CHRISTMAS TREE LIGHTING **UPDATED DECEMBER 2 Due to winter weather, we’ve made a few adjustments to the Mayor’s Tree Lighting on December 2. The event will now begin at 5:30 p.m. with remarks from Mayor Lievsay, followed by the countdown to light up the Comcast/Xfinity North Pole Trail of Lights for the first time this season. Because BSSD schools were closed today, performances from local schools will not take place. The community is still invited to bundle up and join us in-person at Rotary Park—Santa will be there too! We will also stream the ceremony on Facebook Live for anyone who prefers to watch from home. THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!