If you haven’t planned for Spring Break yet, now is the time! This episode includes ideas for drivable trips, staycation ideas, and some outside the box ideas for Kansas City families.
Road Trips
Kansas City may be landlocked, but when it comes to vacations and long weekends there is no lack of fun places for families ready to hit the road! We’ve rounded up over 20 vacation spots within a 5-hour drive of Kansas City as well as information about the length of the drive, things to do when you get there, and trip reports we’ve written over the years to help you make your plans.
Staycation Ideas
Wanting to stay close to home? You don’t have go far to experience a great vacation within your own city. Kansas City has all you need with unique places to eat, big city attractions, charming local shopping and fun places to stay for the whole family.
101 Things to Do During Spring Break
Be sure to check out our list of 101 ideas for your family from cat cafes to new indoor play spaces and fun spots for a last minute day trip. Scroll down to items 57-101 for lots of free and inexpensive ideas that won’t break the bank.
Add safety into your spring cleaning! Make sure to secure all medications, and properly dispose of unwanted or expired prescriptions. This is also a great time to change batteries in smoke and carbon monoxide alarms, and clean your homes air ducts to keep your family healthy and safe.
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Planet Comicon
Planet Comicon is an annual comic book convention at the Kansas City Convention Center March 21st thru March 23rd! Perfect for the super hero lovers and kids who love comics. This event features a lineup of celebrities, exhibitors, special events, a wide ranging schedule of panels, cosplay, and more to be announced in the coming months. If you’re looking for something outside the box to take your kids to, this is it! Sarah and Megan have both taken their kids and have had a great time.
Disney on Ice
Annual favorite of Megan’s family! The show takes place at the T-Mobile Center from March 20-23 featuring favorites from Frozen 2, The Lion King, The Little Mermaid, Moana and Wish. Consider buying some glow toys beforehand to give your kids during the show and have them wear costumes if they’d like! It can be a bit chilly so don’t forget layers. Disney on Ice is a perfect length of time and is fun for the whole fam.
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