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Discover the Best Fall Activities Around Kansas City with Inspired Homes

October 15, 2024

As the leaves start to turn and the air grows crisp, it’s the perfect time to embrace all the vibrant activities that fall brings to the Greater Kansas City area. With an abundance of seasonal events, outdoor adventures and cozy gatherings nearby, you’ll always find countless ways to celebrate the magic of the fall season with your loved ones—all just a short drive from our new home communities at Inspired Homes. 

Family-friendly fall fun

Kick off the season with a visit to the KC Pumpkin Patch, where pumpkin patches, slides, and a variety of other activities await. It’s an all-ages adventure, with plenty of photo opportunities and delicious seasonal treats to enjoy. Night of the Living Farm at Deanna Rose Children’s Farmstead is another great destination that offers a classic autumn experience. With activities like pirate ship racing, scary and non-scary hayrides, storytelling, flashlight scavenger hunt and more, there’s something for everyone to enjoy. 

At Cider Hill Family Orchard, apple-picking season is in full swing. Stroll through the orchard to pick your own apples, sip freshly pressed cider and enjoy a hayride. It’s the perfect autumn outing for friends and family. To savor local flavors, head over to the Overland Park Farmers’ Market every Saturday until November 23, where you can stock up on seasonal produce, freshly baked treats and fall-themed goodies while supporting local vendors. 

Spooky fun

For some spooky fun this fall season, you might want to consider stopping by the Trunk or Treat Spooktacular 2024 held by the Lee’s Summit Chamber of Commerce. This free event offers the perfect trick-or-treat experience with decked-out car trunks filled with treats, food trucks and hot chocolate to enjoy. For a pet-friendly trick-or-treat event featuring a number of local businesses, head to Downtown Lee’s Summit for the Boos, Barks, and Badges—perfect for you and your furry friends. 

Flavors of fall

Celebrate the season’s flavors with a visit to the Botanical Brewfest on October 19 from 6pm until 9pm. This event allows you to enjoy a crisp autumn afternoon sampling a variety of craft beers and ciders, all set against the lush backdrop of Overland Park’s botanical gardens. Meanwhile, the Cornucopia Fall Festival in the Power & Light District on October 18-20 brings seasonal delights to the heart of Kansas City, with an array of fall-themed food, drinks, live music and activities. Both events promise to fill your weekend with the tastes and atmosphere that make fall special. 

Scenic nature escapes

With the crisp fall weather upon us, there’s no shortage of local outdoor activities to enjoy. Shawnee Mission Park, a scenic 1,600-acre park, is near a number of our new home communities and is ideal for fall hikes. With multiple trails and a beautiful lake, it’s the perfect setting for a picturesque stroll, picnic or a fall photo session. Our new home community residents can also enjoy the beauty of Platte Landing Park, where scenic walking trails take you along the Missouri River. This is also a great area to bring your furry friends as well, as it features a popular dog park. 

New homes in Kansas City

With these activities just a short drive from your Inspired Homes community, there’s no shortage of ways to celebrate fall, so bundle up, grab a warm drink and enjoy the season to its fullest in the Greater Kansas City area. If you’re interested in learning more about our available homes or new home communities around Kansas City, give us a call at (816) 656-0108 or fill out our online form today.