North Kansas City Parks & Recreation

03/13/2025

It's not too late to apply to our 9th Annual Arts in the Park Festival in North Kansas City at Macken Park! Artists and Makers are welcome to apply as long as their work/product is at least 75% handmade/designed themselves. Application must be submitted through our website. Application deadline is Sunday, March 30 by 11:59 PM. Any questions can be sent to [email protected].

Please be aware of scams. Only applications submitted through our website will be juried. Any and all communication on Facebook or Instagram about Arts in the Park will come directly from our pages, Arts in the Park and on Instagram.

03/13/2025

03/08/2025

We’re thrilled to welcome Academy Sports + Outdoors as a new sponsor for our youth sports programming! Their NEW store in the Northland is opening soon, and you’re invited to their Friends & Family Event this Sunday, March 9! ⚾️🏀🥎⚽️

02/25/2025

Help save lives! North Kansas City Parks & Recreation is hosting another Community Blood Center Blood Drive at our recreation center next Monday, March 3 from 1 pm to 5 pm. To make an appointment visit donate.savealifenow.org/donor/schedules/drive_schedule/85052.

02/24/2025

We still have room for some young explorers in our Owl Pellet Explorers & Woodland Creatures class tomorrow night!🦉

Get ready to play scientist by dissecting real owl pellets to uncover the secrets of their diets! Afterward, learn fun facts about owls and other woodland creatures while creating a nature inspired art project to take home.

📅 Date: Tuesday, February 25, 6-8 pm
📍 Location: NKC Parks and Recreation Center
👥 Ages: 6-12 | $25 per child
🔗 Last day to register at https://nkcparksandrec.org/youth

02/22/2025

We've got the perfect class for young explorers! 🦉

Get ready to play scientist by dissecting real owl pellets to uncover the secrets of their diets! Afterward, learn fun facts about owls and other woodland creatures while creating a nature inspired art project to take home.

📅 Date: Tuesday, February 25, 6-8 pm
📍Location: NKC Parks and Recreation Center
👥 Ages: 6-12 | $25 per child
🔗 Register by February 24 at https://nkcparksandrec.org/youth

02/21/2025

⚾️ Spring Break Youth Baseball/Softball Camp! 🥎

We’re excited to offer a Spring Break Camp led by Coach Kris Wheeler, who has over 10 years of coaching experience at the collegiate and high school levels. Coach Wheeler has helped 20+ players advance to the next level, including selections in the Major League Draft, Independent League, and college baseball/softball programs.

This ALL-SKILLS camp will be high intensity, high energy, and a lot of fun!

📅 Dates: March 24 - March 27
⏰ Time: 10:00 AM - 2:30 PM
📍 Location: Kearney/Liberty Area (TBA)
👥 Ages: 6 - 14 Years Old / $150 per child
🔗 Registration Link in the comments

02/21/2025

Youth Baseball & Softball Registration is OPEN!

Get ready for an exciting season at Macken Park! Whether your child is just starting or ready for the next level, we’ve got the perfect division for them.

T-Ball (Co-Ed) | Ages 4-6
Learn the fundamentals, have fun, and make new friends!
$70 (Late fee: +$10 after March 16)

Coach Pitch (Baseball & Girls’ Softball) | Ages 7-9
Develop hitting, teamwork, and game skills!
$90 (Late fee: +$10 after March 16)

Kid Pitch (Baseball & Girls’ Softball) | Ages 10-12
Step up to a more competitive game with live pitching!
$95 (Late fee: +$10 after March 16)

Registration: February 14 – April 4
Practices Start: Late April/Early May
Games Begin: Week of May 26
Locations: Macken Park & Happy Rock (Coach Pitch/Kid Pitch Only)

Don’t wait—sign up today and let’s PLAY BALL!

02/17/2025

The North Kansas City Parks & Recreation Center will be closed tomorrow, Monday, February 17 in observance of Presidents' Day.

02/12/2025

Due to the forecasted inclement weather, our Parks and Recreation Center will be closed and all activities canceled for tomorrow, Wednesday, February 12.

02/07/2025

REMINDER! Registration is open for Youth/Bitty Soccer and Spring Adult Softball Leagues. View our registration site at www.nkcparksandrec.org/register.

02/03/2025

🥎 Join Our Entry-Level Softball League! 🥎

Looking for a fun and friendly way to enjoy softball? Our entry-level league is all about friendly competition, camaraderie, and having fun! Whether you're playing with friends or meeting new teammates, this is the perfect way to get on the field and enjoy the game.

📍 All games at Macken Park
🗓 Co-ed Division – Sundays at 5:00 PM (Starts March 23)
🗓 Men’s Division – Thursdays at 6:00 PM (Starts March 27)
🏆 8 double-header games + end-of-season tournament

🔹 Spring Registration: January 31 – March 14
💰 Team Fee: $410 (Must be paid in full by March 21)
🔸 $50 nonrefundable deposit required to hold your team’s spot

Don’t miss out—grab your team and sign up today! ⚾🔥
🔗 https://nkcparksandrec.org/softball

02/03/2025

⚽️ Register Now for Bitty Soccer & Northtown Youth Soccer! ⚽️

🌟 Bitty Soccer (Ages 3-5) 🌟
A fun five-week instructional program introducing young children to soccer! Through drills, games, and activities, kids will learn the fundamentals of the game, with the final week designated for a scrimmage.

📅 Dates:
🔹 Wednesdays: March 26 – April 23
🔹 Thursdays: March 27 – April 24
🔹 Saturdays: March 29 – May 3 (No class April 19)

🕒 Session Times:
✅ Wednesday/Thursday: 5:30 – 6:15 PM
✅ Saturdays: 9:00 – 9:45 AM, 10:00 – 10:45 AM, 11:00 – 11:45 AM

💰 Fee: $50 (includes t-shirt & award)
📅 Registration: January 31 – March 7
🔗 https://nkcparksandrec.org/bitty
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🌟 Northtown Soccer League (Ages 6-8) 🌟
A non-competitive league focused on skill development, teamwork, sportsmanship, and fun! Separate age and gender divisions (if possible).

📌 6U Soccer (Age 6 by March 1)
🏟 Practices: 1 night per week at Macken Park
📅 Season Begins: Week of March 24
💰 Fee: $70

📌 8U Soccer (Ages 7-8 by March 1)
🏟 Practices: 1 night per week at Macken Park
📅 Season Begins: Week of March 24
💰 Fee: $80

📝 Registration for both leagues: January 31 – March 7
👥 Volunteer Coaches Needed! If interested, contact Will Grefrath at 📞 816-300-0546 or 📧 [email protected].

🔗 https://nkcparksandrec.org/soccer
Sign up today and join the fun! 🎉⚽

02/02/2025

🥎 Join Our Entry-Level Softball League! 🥎
Looking for a fun and friendly way to enjoy softball? Our entry-level league is all about friendly competition, camaraderie, and having fun! Whether you're playing with friends or meeting new teammates, this is the perfect way to get on the field and enjoy the game.

📍 All games at Macken Park
🗓 Co-ed Division – Sundays at 5:00 PM (Starts March 23)
🗓 Men’s Division – Thursdays at 6:00 PM (Starts March 27)
🏆 8 double-header games + end-of-season tournament

🔹 Spring Registration: January 31 – March 14
💰 Team Fee: $410 (Must be paid in full by March 21)
🔸 $50 nonrefundable deposit required to hold your team’s spot

Don’t miss out—grab your team and sign up today! ⚾🔥
🔗 https://nkcparksandrec.org/softball

02/01/2025

⚽️ Register Now for Northtown Youth Soccer! ⚽️

🌟 Northtown Soccer League (Ages 6-8) 🌟
A non-competitive league focused on skill development, teamwork, sportsmanship, and fun! Separate age and gender divisions (if possible).

📌 6U Soccer (Age 6 by March 1)
🏟 Practices: 1 night per week at Macken Park
📅 Season Begins: Week of March 24
💰 Fee: $70

📌 8U Soccer (Ages 7-8 by March 1)
🏟 Practices: 1 night per week at Macken Park
📅 Season Begins: Week of March 24
💰 Fee: $80

📝 Registration for both leagues: January 31 – March 7
👥 Volunteer Coaches Needed! If interested, contact Will Grefrath at 📞 816-300-0546 or 📧 [email protected].
Sign up today and join the fun! 🎉
🔗 https://nkcparksandrec.org/soccer

01/31/2025

⚽️ Register Now for Bitty Soccer ⚽️

🌟 Bitty Soccer (Ages 3-5) 🌟
A fun five-week instructional program introducing young children to soccer! Through drills, games, and activities, kids will learn the fundamentals of the game, with the final week designated for a scrimmage.

📅 Dates:
🔹 Wednesdays: March 26 – April 23
🔹 Thursdays: March 27 – April 24
🔹 Saturdays: March 29 – May 3 (No class April 19)

🕒 Session Times:
✅ Wednesday/Thursday: 5:30 – 6:15 PM
✅ Saturdays: 9:00 – 9:45 AM, 10:00 – 10:45 AM, 11:00 – 11:45 AM

💰 Fee: $50 (includes t-shirt & award)
📅 Registration: January 31 – March 7
🔗 Registration Link in Comments

01/20/2025

The North Kansas City Parks & Recreation Center will be closed, tomorrow, Monday, January 20 in observation of Martin Luther King Jr. Day.

01/14/2025

New year, new skill? Sign your kiddo up for this exciting class, Printmaking Masters! Kids will get to experiment and learn the process of printmaking. For ages 6-12. Class fee is $25. All supplies provided. This Thursday, January 16 from 6-8 pm. Last day to register! Register at www.nkcparksandrec.org/youth.