Event hosted by KC Book Beat

Located at The Regnier Family Wonderscope Children's Museum of Kansas City

Join us for a magical day celebrating books, imagination, and community! The Kid’s Lit Fest brings together local authors, illustrators, and businesses for a one-of-a-kind family event filled with storytelling, crafts, and creativity.

Meet your favorite authors, discover new books, enjoy hands-on activities, and see how stories can inspire kindness, courage, and connection.

Event by KC Book Beat and KC Nerd Fest

Located at the Englewood Arts District

Welcome to KC Nerd Fest, the ultimate mash-up of pop culture, comics, gaming, books, and all things wonderfully weird! From Jedi to Joysticks, Dungeon Masters to Disney dreamers, this event celebrates the creative heartbeat of Kansas City’s nerd scene.

Expect indie creators, local artists, authors, cosplay contests, game demos, collectibles, and the kind of geeky camaraderie you can’t fake.