Ready, set, summer!

Published on March 19, 2026

Crowd of people fishing at a pond in a park

Sign up for summer fun! Registration for most programs opens April 1, 2026, with some already available. Don’t miss Lenexa’s most-loved races, rides, programs and traditions.

Lenexa Lazers Swim & Dive Team

Ages 5–18

Build skills, confidence and friendships in the pool. Learn more and register

Community Days Parade entries

All ages

March, roll or dance in the July 4 parade. Learn more and register

Lenexa Freedom Run

All ages

Registration is open! Sign up by May 4 and save. Run the 5K or 10K — strollers welcome. Learn more and register

Playground Passport

Ages 2–12

Explore Lenexa parks, solve clues and earn prizes May 29–Aug. 28. Learn more and register

Youth Fishing Derby

Ages 13 and under

A free event for young anglers on June 13 at Sar-Ko-Par Trails Park. Learn more and register

Moonlight Bike Ride

All ages

Registration is open! Ride through Lenexa after dark July 18. Learn more and register

Paws in the Pool

Dogs

A once-a-year dog swim Aug. 15 at Flat Rock Creek Pool. Learn more and register

Tiny Tot Triathlon

Ages 3–9

Cheer on little athletes Aug. 22 at Sar-Ko-Par Trails Park. Learn more and register

Call for artists and musicians

Put your creativity in the spotlight and connect with the Lenexa community. Whether you create, perform or grow, there are plenty of ways to share your talent. Explore opportunities

Spinach Festival craft vendors

Sell your handmade work at one of Lenexa’s most-loved festivals. Learn more and apply

Lenexa Artists’ Show and HeART of Lenexa Contest

Showcase your art in the City Hall Art Gallery and compete for recognition. Lenexa Artists' Show applications open April 1, and HeART of Lenexa Contest applications open Aug. 1.

Lenexa Community Orchestra

Volunteer musicians are invited to join the orchestra’s tenth season of three free summer concerts. Learn more and apply

Farmers Market artists and musicians

Sell handcrafted goods or perform acoustic sets — all in a lively outdoor market setting from April to October. How to apply or submit interest