# Thanksgiving Events & Things to Do in Kansas City 2026

- **Subtitle**: Celebrate Thanksgiving 2026 in Kansas City with festive dinners, family activities, parades, Turkey Trots, brunches, holiday markets, volunteer events, and seasonal celebrations. Discover the best Thanksgiving events and book your tickets online.
- **Category**: Thanksgiving
- **Type**: other

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## About

Celebrate Thanksgiving [YEAR] in Kansas City with festive dinners, brunches, buffets, Turkey Trots, parades, family-friendly activities, Friendsgiving parties, holiday markets, volunteer opportunities, food drives, cruises, and seasonal events. Whether you're planning a traditional Thanksgiving feast or looking for unique things to do, discover the best Thanksgiving events happening in Kansas City.

## Thanksgiving Events in Kansas City

- **Event Name**: Kansas City Official Thanksgiving Eve Bar Crawl 2026
  - **Description**: Join us for the best Kansas City Thanksgiving Eve Bar Crawl yet! Bar hop through the best bars in Kansas City for our annual pub crawl.About this EventKansas City Thanksgiving Eve Bar Crawl 2026
  - **Date**: Wed Nov 25 2026 at 07:00 pm – Thu Nov 26 2026 at 12:00 am (-06:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/kansas-city/kansas-city-official-thanksgiving-eve-bar-crawl-2026/100001983727529441
  - **Venue**: Downtown Kansas City
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  - **Price**: USD 0 to 13
  - **Categories**: fitness, Parties, Entertainment
- **Event Name**: Kansas City Turkey Trot 5K
  - **Description**: Join the #TurkeyTradition at the Kansas City Turkey Trot at Swope Park!
This is a public page for our participants to post on. All event information should be found on the official event website, MissouriRuns.com.
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  - **Date**: Thu Nov 26 2026 at 09:00 am – Thu Nov 26 2026 at 11:00 am (-06:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/kansas-city/kansas-city-turkey-trot-5k/200030351007843
  - **Venue**: Swope Park
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  - **Categories**: thanksgiving
- **Event Name**: Friendsgiving Show
  - **Description**: Join KC's premier improv team for a night of laughs at the Black Box.About this EventJoin us for a hilarious evening of spontaneous laughter at Crusty Mustard Improv! This in-person event will take place at
  - **Date**: Fri Nov 13 2026 at 07:30 pm – Fri Nov 13 2026 at 09:00 pm (-06:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/kansas-city/friendsgiving-show/100001992095999761
  - **Venue**: THE BLACK BOX, Union Avenue, Kansas City, MO, USA
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  - **Price**: USD 20
  - **Categories**: thanksgiving, performances, entertainment
- **Event Name**: Friendsgiving Community Event
  - **Description**: Gather with friends and neighbors for shopping, food, music, games, and a cozy afternoon celebrating community together.About this EventFriendsgiving Community Event
  - **Date**: Sun Nov 15 2026 at 02:00 pm – Sun Nov 15 2026 at 05:00 pm (-06:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/kansas-city/friendsgiving-community-event/100001993025596209
  - **Venue**: Mae's Tavern
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  - **Price**: Free
  - **Categories**: thanksgiving, shopping, holiday

## Trending Events in Kansas City

- **Event Name**: Safari in Tanzania. Gorilla Trek in Uganda.
  - **Description**: 2026 Sept 30 - Oct 12 Get ready to explore wild Tanzania and meet gorillas up close in Uganda (option to extend).
  - **Venue**: Cultural Wanderer
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- **Event Name**: J Cole at T-Mobile Center
  - **Venue**: T-Mobile Center
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- **Event Name**: Wicked at Kauffman Center for the Performing Arts - Muriel Kauffman Theatre
  - **Venue**: Kauffman Center for the Performing Arts - Muriel Kauffman Theatre
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- **Event Name**: 2026 Heart of America Hotdog Festival
  - **Description**: Get ready to have a funky good time when the Heart of America Hotdog Festival, presented by Hy-Vee, returns with a sizzlin musical lineup!About this EventWe’re GRILLIN’ & GROOVIN’ again at the 2026 Heart of America Ho
  - **Venue**: National WWI Museum and Memorial
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- **Event Name**: Eric Clapton at T-Mobile Center
  - **Venue**: T-Mobile Center
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- **Event Name**: NFL Preseason: Kansas City Chiefs vs. Seattle Seahawks
  - **Venue**: Arrowhead Stadium
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- **Event Name**: Jack Johnson at Morton Amphitheater
  - **Venue**: Morton Amphitheater
- **Event Name**: Guns N Roses at Morton Amphitheater
  - **Venue**: Morton Amphitheater
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- **Event Name**: NFL Preseason - Seattle Seahawks at Kansas City Chiefs at Arrowhead Stadium
  - **Venue**: Arrowhead Stadium
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## FAQs

- **Q**: What are the top Thanksgiving events in Kansas City?
  - **A:** Kansas City Official Thanksgiving Eve Bar Crawl 2026 (Wed Nov 25 2026 at 07:00 pm at Downtown Kansas City), Kansas City Turkey Trot 5K (Thu Nov 26 2026 at 09:00 am at Swope Park), Friendsgiving Show (Fri Nov 13 2026 at 07:30 pm at THE BLACK BOX, Union Avenue, Kansas City, MO, USA), Friendsgiving Community Event (Sun Nov 15 2026 at 02:00 pm at Mae's Tavern).
- **Q**: What are the top free Thanksgiving events in Kansas City?
  - **A:** Friendsgiving Community Event (Sun Nov 15 2026 at 02:00 pm at Mae's Tavern).
- **Q**: How can I find Thanksgiving events in Kansas City?
  - **A:** You can discover upcoming Thanksgiving events in Kansas City on AllEvents.in. Browse by date, venue, or price to find events that match your interests.
- **Q**: How do I buy tickets for Thanksgiving events in Kansas City?
  - **A:** You can buy tickets directly through AllEvents.in. Many events offer online booking with options for free, paid, and early-bird tickets.
- **Q**: What are the popular venues for Thanksgiving events in Kansas City?
  - **A:** Some popular venues hosting Thanksgiving events in Kansas City include Downtown Kansas City, Swope Park, THE BLACK BOX, Union Avenue, Kansas City, MO, USA.
- **Q**: What is the price range for Thanksgiving events in Kansas City?
  - **A:** Prices for Thanksgiving events in Kansas City range from USD 20 to USD 20. Many events also offer free entry.
- **Q**: Who are the top organizers for Thanksgiving events in Kansas City?
  - **A:** Popular organizers hosting Thanksgiving events in Kansas City include BarCrawl.com, Missouri Runs, Crusty Mustard Improv.
- **Q**: Are there any online Thanksgiving events available?
  - **A:** Yes, many Thanksgiving events are available online. You can filter for virtual events on AllEvents.in to attend from anywhere.
- **Q**: How can I get notified about new Thanksgiving events in Kansas City?
  - **A:** Follow the Thanksgiving category on AllEvents.in to get notified when new Thanksgiving events are listed in Kansas City.

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