Top 13 Things To Do In Shawnee, Kansas

things to do in Shawnee KS
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Are you planning a trip to Shawnee, Kansas, but you are not sure if you will find activities and attractions you will like? Well, Shawnee City has a blend of attractions ideal for both locals and newcomers in the region. The city may not be one of the top tourist destinations in the state of Kansas, but if you know how to find its hidden gems, then you can be assured of lots of fun during your stay. With all the outdoor fun opportunities, museums, the cultural villages, and the parks, the city has something to offer to everyone and to help zero in on the best attractions. Read below to find the best things to do in Shawnee, Kansas.

1. Explore Shawnee Town museum

Posted by Shawnee Town 1929 on Wednesday, 26 June 2019

One of the highlights of visiting a new town or place is to learn more about their history and culture, and there is no better place to get such information than in museums. When visiting Shawnee Town, it would be a good idea to start your tour by exploring the Shawnee Town Museum. It is right within the town, hence, access is quite easy. It has a variety of tours and exhibits that will give you a perspective on the town’s culture and past.

Shawnee Town

Address: 11501 W 57th St, Shawnee, KS 66203, USA

Website: Shawnee Town

Opening hours: Mon - Sat: 9am - 5pm (closed on Sun)

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2. Learn some history at Pioneer Crossing Park

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Posted by Lisha Birdsong on Sunday, 18 August 2019

Pioneer Crossing Park is the newest park in Shawnee City, and other than offering the normal amenities for play, rest and relaxation that you would find in the rest of the parks, it also comes with a rich history that touches on the core of the existence of the city as depicted by the pioneer wagon trails. These are demonstrated on the native grasses and plaques that commemorate the pioneer trails that pass within the city. They include the California Road, The Fort Leavenworth Military Road, The Santa Fe Trail, and the Oregon Trail that leads to the Rocky Mountains. Also present in the park is a sculpture of Dick Williams, as well as a three-dimensional mural that depicts cattle-drawn wagons crossing the prairie.

Pioneer Crossing Park

Address: 10406 Shawnee Mission Pkwy, Shawnee, KS 66203, USA

Website: Pioneer Crossing Park

Opening hours: 8am - 6pm (daily)

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3. Learn, play and grow at Wonderscope Children’s Museum of Kansas

Posted by Wonderscope Children's Museum of Kansas City on Tuesday, 13 August 2019

If you are visiting Shawnee City with the little ones, then a visit to the Wonderscope Children’s Museum will be a must! This is not an ordinary museum where you will find artefacts that date back to thousands of years ago. It is specifically designed to entertain children, evoke their inquisitive nature through a variety of games and to expose them to fun learning experiences at an early age. With all the adventure in the museum, it is a visit your little ones will not want to end!

Wonderscope Children’s Museum of Kansas

Address: 5700 King St, Shawnee, KS 66203, USA

Website: Wonderscope Children’s Museum of Kansas

Opening hours: Tue - Fri: 4am - 4:30pm; Sat: 9am - 5pm; Sun: 12pm - 5pm (closed on Mon)

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4. Take part in incredible fun at PowerPlay Entertainment Center

Posted by PowerPlay Entertainment Center on Thursday, 11 January 2018

PowerPlay Entertainment Center is an 80,000 square feet (7432 square meters) of indoor fun! It is a place you can visit with the entire family with the guarantee of everyone’s desire for fun being adequately taken care of. There are lots of indoor games with the most popular ones being go-karts, rope courses, cosmic bowling, children carnival rides, tilt-a-whirl, and bumper cars among others. The facility also has a large banquet room ideal for school events, club gathering, birthday parties, and more! It is a place worth checking out for wholesome family entertainment.

PowerPlay Entertainment Center

Address: 13110 W 62nd Terrace, Shawnee, KS 66216, USA

Website: PowerPlay Entertainment Center

Opening hours: Mon - Thu: 11am - 10pm; Fri:11am - 12am; Sat: 10am - 12am; Sun: 10am - 10pm

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5. Grab a local brew at Transport Brewery

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Posted by Transport Brewery on Friday, 16 August 2019

Not every city is privileged to have a local brewery, and this is one of the nice pleasantries you will get when you visit Shawnee City. Transport Brewery is located in a historic structure and it specializes in crafting a variety of local brews. It is an ideal joint to meet and interact with the locals who love frequenting the place for a mug of cold beer in an eclectic environment. Expect your beer to be served in mugs, and not cans or bottles as you may have gotten used to.

Transport Brewery

Address: 11113 Johnson Dr, Shawnee, KS 66203, USA

Website: Transport Brewery

Opening hours: Mon - Thu: 4pm - 10pm; Fri - Sat: 2pm - 12am; Sun: 12pm - 7pm

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6. Engage in a game at Charles J. Stump Memorial Park


Charles J Memorial Park is a humongous open space where various teams meet to play games, with the most common one being soccer. So large is the park that it can comfortably accommodate up to 20 teams playing at the same time. You are always free to come and join in the action, or you can simply walk and admire the beauty as well as the expanse of the park.

Charles J. Stump Memorial Park

Address: Shawnee, Kansas

Opening hours: 24 hours (daily)

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7. Go biking or walking at Mill Creek Streamway Park

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Posted by Mill Creek Streamway Park on Monday, 17 June 2019

If you are looking for a nice place for early morning or even bike rides and walks in Shawnee City, then you have every reason to check out Mill Creek Streamway Park. This is a beautiful linear park with over 15 miles (24 kilometres) of bicycles and pedestrian trails. Also present in the park is three miles of equestrian trails, lots of picnic sites, and open spaces ideal for jogging and hiking. It also has a dedicated children playground with lots of swings and slides the little ones to also have their fair share of fun. If you don’t feel like biking, hiking, or jogging, then you can simply stroll the park and soak in the depth of its beauty as you watch your worries disappear.

Mill Creek Streamway Park

Address: 19425 Wilder Rd, 66219 Shawnee, Kansas

Website: Mill Creek Streamway Park

Opening hours: 24 hours (daily)

Price: Free

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8. Enjoy homemade delicacies at Pegah’s Family Restaurant

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Posted by Pegah's Restaurant on Tuesday, 3 September 2019

Visiting Pegah’s Family Restaurant may not expose you to the full scope of the Kansas flavours, but it will be a good introduction to the culinary diversity you can expect from this region. The restaurant has been running for the last three decades, and it specializes in serving fresh homemade meals to the residents. They have a vast menu where everyone will find something they love, and all the meals are made from scratch daily. Also worth noting is the fact that the meals are affordable, prepared with a personal touch and they come with very generous portions to leave you with a full stomach and a satisfied soul.

Pegah’s Family Restaurant

Address: 11005 Johnson Dr, Shawnee, KS 66203, USA

Website: Pegah’s Family Restaurant

Opening hours: 6:30am - 8pm (daily)

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9. Participate in a weekly run at Listowel Park

Posted by Listowel parkrun on Thursday, 18 July 2019

Shawnee City is not short of parks where you can indulge in a myriad of outdoor activities. If you consider yourself a runner, then you should check out Listowel and go armed with your running gear so that you can join in the weekly free 5 kilometres (3.1 miles) runs. It is a great chance to test your fitness levels and also meet and interact with the locals with whom you share similar interests. Other than this, the park comes with a well-equipped children’s playground with lots of swings, pulley, and slides. The paths are well paved, with park benches for you to sit, relax and enjoy the beauty of the place.

Listowel Park

Address: 12037 W 71st St, Shawnee, KS 66216, USA

Website: Listowel Park

Opening hours: 6am - 10pm (daily)

Price: Free

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10. Relish the craft beer on tap at Knub's Pub

"see ya at Knub's"

Posted by Knubs Pub on Thursday, 10 May 2018

Knub’s Pub is another great joint where you can meet up with the locals over drinks. The design of the pub is very relaxed, always donning a cool ambience that is charming and inviting at the same time. They also have a restaurant where you can get delicious burgers, chips, fish, and handmade onion rings among other tasty bites. The pub is not in any lack of what to drink, given they have 24 different kinds of beers on tap. Normal weekdays are normal drinking days, but when the weekend approaches, things begin to light up a bit, with live music and other live performances. Patrons are also free to engage in pinball games as they watch the evening wear out.

Knub's Pub

Address: 5386 Roberts St, Shawnee, KS 66226, USA

Website: Knub’s Pub

Opening hours:11am - 2am (daily)

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11. Appreciate the music at The Theater in the Park

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The Theater in the Park produces enchanting and engaging the community in a variety of performances for nearly five decades now. It is one of the best places to visit when you want to experience true live art as performed by various talented artists. The theatre has hosted several stars, both local and international, with the main goal always being bringing the community together through music. The action is always under the stars, and nothing should ever stop you from joining the local communities as you shake a leg while listening to the eclectic performances in the open field.

The Theater in the Park

Address: 7710 Renner Rd, Shawnee, KS 66218, USA

Website: The Theater in the Park

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12. Awaken the child in you at Sky Zone Trampoline Park

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Posted by Sky Zone on Tuesday, 30 July 2019

How would you like to have fun in the world’s first indoor trampoline park? Well, all you have to do is make your way to Sky Zone Trampoline Park. It doesn’t matter whether you are young or old. Mad fun awaits you while you enjoy the pure joy of flying. The park has a section for both children and adults, and other than just launching yourself into the air, there are several games played on the trampolines, thus increasing the thrill and adventure in the park. The staff is always watching keenly to ensure that everyone is safe while they enjoy the fun.

Sky Zone Trampoline Park

Address: 6495 Quivira Rd, Shawnee, KS 66216

Website: Sky Zone Trampoline Park

Opening hours: 3am - 8pm (daily)

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13. Taste high-quality beer at Servaes Brewing Company

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Posted by Servaes Brewing Co. on Tuesday, 3 September 2019

A tour of the Servaes Brewing Company is a must if you appreciate the effort by locals to produce their own goods and products. The brewery produces fluid, dynamic, flavorful and ever-evolving high-quality beer. A visit will not just add to your knowledge of brewing through the explanations you will get on the beer-making process, but at the end of the tour, you will have a chance to sample some of the freshest brews by the company.

Servaes Brewing Company

Address: 10921 Johnson Dr, Shawnee, KS 66203, USA

Website: Servaes Brewing Company

Opening hours: Thu - Fri: 4pm - 10pm; Sat: 11am - 10pm; Sun: 11am - 8pm (closed from Mon - Wed)

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Have a memorable trip to Shawnee City

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The above things to do in Shawnee is just a subtle demonstration on the richness of attractions and activities that the city has to offer. Irrespective of the time and the season of your trip, you can be assured that no dull days await you. Take the time and explore as much as you can while you appreciate the diversity that exists in this state of America.

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