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Overland Park Fall Festival promises a weekend of community spirit and unforgettable memories.

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Enjoy the festivities from 4 p.m. to 8 p.m. on Friday and 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Saturday.

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Mark your calendars: The Overland Park Fall Festival returns this month, and we can’t think of a better way to kick off the season.

Held on Friday, Sept. 27 + Saturday, Sept. 28, this free, family-friendly celebration features a jam-packed lineup of activities for all ages — from live performances to food trucks and a farmers market.

da poke wagon food truck at overland park fall festival

We’ve got our eyes on the kahlua pork nachos from Da Poke Wagon.

Photo provided by City of Overland Park

🍴 Satisfy your cravings

You’ll want to bring your appetite, Kansas City. Grab a bite from local vendors, including:

  • Taste of Brazil
  • Taco Naco
  • Da Poke Wagon
  • And more
artist at the overland park fall festival artisan fair

Swing by the booths of makers like Quilting in Kansas, Peculiar Bowls, and Pantless Potter in the artisan fair.

Photo provided by City of Overland Park

🛍️ Score your local finds

Psst... The holidays are quickly approaching, and you can’t go wrong with a handcrafted gift.

Shop one-of-a-kind items at the artisan fair featuring 100+ artists, makers, and creators. Think: Everything from clothing and toys to fine art.

musical performers at overland park fall festival

Enjoy musical performances held each day across three stages.

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🎉 Family-friendly festivities

Bring the kids for activities like face painting and puppet shows before enjoying a lineup of local performers, including Justus West, Maggie Boone, Mad Science (and more). More details you autumn know

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