Playgrounds
26 parks with a playground, closest to downtown first.
- Austin's Park0.3 mi from downtown
- Kensington Park1.2 mi from downtown
- Bentwood Pool Park1.5 mi from downtown
Family
Things to do in Overland Park with kids
6 kinds of family outings, with the closest picks for each.
Family-friendly ideas around Overland Park, built from the city’s parks, libraries, local businesses and nearby public lands. Pick a section for the full list, a map and directions, and check the events calendar for this week’s story times, festivals and shows.
Indoor fun
Places to go when it’s too hot, cold or wet outside.
- Art & Frame Warehouseart gallery
- Great Frame Up in Overland Parkart gallery
- InterUrban ArtHouseart gallery
Libraries
Story times, homework help and summer reading, free with a library card.
- Johnson County Library9875 W. 87Th Street
- Blue Valley Library9000 W 151St Street
- Leawood Pioneer Library4700 Town Center Drive
Toy shops
3 local toy shops in Overland Park.
- Retro ZoneOverland Park
- The LEGO® Store Oak ParkOverland Park
- Fat Brain ToysOverland Park
Picnic spots
Day-use areas for a family picnic.
- Hillsdale Lake20 mi southwest
- Blue Springs Lake21 mi northeast
- Clinton Lake35 mi west
Wildlife and nature
Refuges and lakes to spot birds and animals.
- Longview Lake12 mi east
- Hillsdale Lake20 mi southwest
- Blue Springs Lake21 mi northeast
Around town
Get a feel for the city
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What is there to do in Overland Park with kids?
Playgrounds (26), Indoor fun (9), Libraries (5), Toy shops (3), Picnic spots (24), Wildlife and nature (27). Each section links to the full list with maps and directions.
What can kids do in Overland Park for free?
Parks and playgrounds, library story times and many community events are free. See the free things to do and kids events pages for this week’s options.
What can families do in Overland Park when it rains or it’s hot?
Try the indoor ideas and the library, or check the kids and family events calendar.