The next time you want to plan a fun date in Johnson County this guide is here to help. From active dates to local breweries, live music to great restaurants, we’ve got well over 100 ideas for you to consider. Text the sitter and get your next date on the calendar now!
Enjoy a Fun Activity Together
- BRKthrough in Overland Park.
- Activate in Overland Park.
- RoKC rock climbing in Olathe.
- Craft Putt in Overland Park (Tuesday night trivia).
- TopGolf in Overland Park.
- Chicken N Pickle in Overland Park (Tuesday night trivia).
- SERV in Overland Park.
- Sandbox VR in Leawood.
- Pinstripes for bowling and bocce in Overland Park.
- Bowling at Olathe Lanes East, Main Event, Mission Bowl, Park Lanes, and Bowlero.
- Take a cooking class at the Kansas City Culinary Center in Overland Park or Tastebuds Kitchen in Leawood.
- Cardboard Corner lets you play free board games at their Lenexa Public Market and Overland Park locations.
Explore Your Artistic Side
- Pinots Palette in Olathe or Leawood.
- Painting with a Twist in Overland Park.
- Creative Culture in Leawood.
- Hawaii Fluid Art in downtown Overland Park.
- Board and Brush in Lenexa.
- Hammer and Stain in Overland Park.
Take in a Live Show
- New Theatre & Restaurant in Overland Park.
- Midwest Trust Center at JCCC in Overland Park.
- Olathe Live! Events
- Outdoor Concert Series in Lenexa
- Music events hosted by Overland Park
- Guitars and Cadillacs in Overland Park.
- Mobile Music Box Outdoor Concerts (various locations).
Get Outdoors for a Hike
- Kansas City hiker has a great round-up of local trails.
Enjoy Fun Events at These Breweries and Wineries
- KC Wine Co in Olathe.
- Serendipity Farm and Vine in Stanley.
- Stone Pillar Vineyard & Winery in Olathe.
- Red Crow Brewing Company in Olathe (Wednesday night trivia).
- Tall Trellis Brew Co. in Olathe.
- Brew Lab in Overland Park (Tuesday night Trivia).
- Discourse Brewery and Taproom in Overland Park (Wednesday night trivia).
- Pathlight Brewing in Shawnee.
- Servaes Brewing Company in Shawnee (Tuesday night trivia).
- Sandhills Brewing in Mission.
- Rockcreek Brewing Company in Mission.
- Limitless Brewing in Lenexa (Wednesday night trivia).
- Friction Beer Company in Shawnee.
- Transport Brewery in Gardner and Shawnee (Tuesday night bingo and Wednesday night trivia in Shawnee).
Enjoy a Cocktail
- The Forge in Gardner.
- Verdigris in Leawood.
- Margarita flights at Anejo Modern Mexican Cuisine or Casa Amigos in Olathe.
- Drastic Measures in Shawnee.
- Wild Child Libations in Shawnee.
Choose a Fun Place to Grab a Bite
- Craving BBQ? Try Blind Box BBQ, Joe’s Kansas City BBQ, Hayward’s Pit Bar B Que, Jack Stack, Johnny’s BBQ, Crazy Good Barbeque, and Q39.
- Want somewhere a little fancy? Try Silo Modern Farmhouse, North Italia, 801 Chophouse, Bristol, J. Gilbert’s, Cafe Provence, Wandering Vine, Paros Estiatorio, and Story.
- Wanting something different than the usual? Try Bamboo Penny’s, Of Course, Magic Noodle, Gyu-Kaku, Sushi House, Strang Hall, and KC Craft Ramen.
- Check out our list of the best outdoor patios.
- Get dessert at one of the best ice cream spots around town.
Plan a Date Around One of These Locations
Downtown Overland Park
- Grab brunch at AR’s Breakfast and Brunch or Red Kitchen. Other great spots for lunch or
dinner include Hummus and Pita, Lulu’s Thai Noodle Shop, Buffalo State Pizza Co., Strang Hall, Viona’s Italian Bistro, and Atomic Cowboy. - There are many options for dessert including Flying Cow Gelato, The Paleta Bar, The Upper Crust, and Kate Smith Soiree.
- There are lots of cute boutiques and bookstores in downtown Overland Park where you can do some window shopping (or actual shopping!) Make it a day date and grab coffee at Parisi before you visit the Overland Park Farmers Market.
Lenexa Public Market Area
- Drinks at Martin City Brewing Company, Cardboard Corner Cafe, or Sierra Grill.
- Dinner at Silo Modern Farmhouse, African Dream Cuisine, Cosmo Burger, Cardboard Corner, Topp’d Pizza, or a nearby restaurant like Grand Street or Jack Stack Barbeque.
- Dessert at Silo Modern Farmhouse or Cardboard Corner Cafe. Grab a donut and coffee at Mr. D’s Coffee if you’re there during the daytime.
- Play board games at Cardboard Corner Cafe or shuffleboard at Made in KC Marketplace. On Friday nights from April – October you can enjoy live music. Saturday mornings there is a farmers market.
Park Place in Leawood
- Drinks at Outta the Blue or Verdigris.
- Grab dinner at Plate, Bamboo Penny’s, Aqua Penny’s, or RA Sushi Bar.
- Enjoy dessert at Ice Cream Bae or Creative Culture.
- See a movie at AMC 20, attempt an escape at Breakout KC, go ice skating during the winter, and enjoy events on the lawn during the warmer months.
Prairiefire in Overland Park
- Drinks at Veritas Whisky and Wine
- Grab a meal at The Brass Onion, Coco Bolos, Grimaldi’s Pizzeria, or Rock N Brews.
- Dessert at Andy’s Frozen Custard.
- Play bowling and bocce at Pinstripes or pickleball and yard games at Chicken N Pickle.
