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Special Events
The 50 Plus program hosts a variety of special events throughout the year at all of our programming sites. Below are all of our fall opportunities. Click on the highlighted barcode number to register. Check back often for updates as we gradually resume programs and events. Hope to see you soon!
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Dance: Fourth of July Tea Dance
Celebrate Independence Day and dance to The Playboys. Individuals or couples welcome. Some refreshments provided.
1 - 2 hr. dance - $5 pay at the door.
9707 Meadowbrook Park Clubhouse 7/2 Fri 2 pm
Games: Anniversary Special - Gameshows of the 80’s (50!)
Have you ever dreamed of hearing your name over the loud speaker, “you’re the next contestant, come on down!” Join in on this silly rendition of television game shows. Everyone gets a chance to play. Refreshments will be served. Please register in advance, space is limited. This program is part of our year-long 50th anniversary celebration for 50 Plus.
1 - 1 ½ hr. event - $15 / $17 nonresidents
9626 Roeland Park Community Center 5/20 Thu 1:30 pm
9627 Roeland Park Community Center 8/19 Thu 1:30 pm
Games: Anniversary Special – Totally 80’s Music Bingo (50!)
Here we go again with a totally tubular afternoon of music bingo. Score some radical prizes and enjoy refreshments as you walk like an Egyptian to your favorite tunes of the 80’s. Please pre-register at least one week in advance, no walk up registration is available at this time,space is limited. Payment is required at time of registration. For the enjoyment of all participants, children are not permitted to attend 50 Plus Bingos. Cost of admission covers snacks and staff time to administer the bingo program. No additional charge for bingo.
1 - 1 ½ hr. event - $15 / $17 nonresidents; $17 / $19 nonresidents week-of registration; cost of admission covers food and staff time to administer the bingo program. No additional charge for bingo.
9817 Matt Ross Community Center 6/30 Wed 1:30 pm
Games: Anniversary Special - Gameshows of the 90’s
Have you ever dreamed of hearing your name over the loud speaker, “you’re the next contestant, come on down!” Join in on this silly rendition of television game shows. Everyone gets a chance to play. Refreshments will be served. Please register in advance, space is limited.
1 - 1 ½ hr. event - $15 / $17 nonresidents
8110 Roeland Park Community Center 4/15 Thu 1:30 pm
Holiday Event: Easter Egg Hunt
Who says kids get to have all the fun? This egg hunt is for 50 Plus ONLY! Search high and low for these hidden eggs outside the community center. A special furry friend might even hop by for a photo op! Coffee and refreshments included.
1 - 1 hr. event - $10 / $11 nonresidents
8113 Roeland Park Community Center 4/1 Thu 1 pm
Parking Lot Concert and Dinner
Performing a mix of country, pop, and blue, Michelle Hawkins takes her performance outdoors for this special summer concert. Bring a chair or enjoy music from the comfort of your car. Dinner included. Must register one week in advance.
1 - 1 ½ hr. event - $18 / $20 nonresidents
9628 Roeland Park Community Center 7/1 Thu 5:30 pm
Social Event: Afternoon Tea in the Pavilion
Enjoy an afternoon of well-mannered frivolity. Try traditional Afternoon Tea snacks and sample a variety of teas. Bring your favorite teacup from home.
1 - 1 ½ hr. event - $15 / $17 nonresidents; $18 / $19 nonresidents for registrations starting one week before event.
7975 Meadowbrook Park Clubhouse 4/29 Thu 3 pm
Social Event: Picnic in the Park
Let’s celebrate Older Americans Month with a get together on the Great Lawn. Join us for lunch, lawn games, and more. Get the chance to learn about the park and what goes on behind the scenes to make it a beautiful destination.
1 - 1 ½ hr. event - $10 / $11 nonresidents; $11 / $12 nonresidents for registrations starting one week before event.
9709 Meadowbrook Park Clubhouse 5/26 Wed 11:30 am
Travel: Travel Show
Travel with 50 Plus! Local, regional, and worldwide travel opportunities await you. Spend the afternoon meeting your 50 Plus Travel Professionals while previewing our scheduled destinations and beautiful vacation spots. Learn about the benefits of choosing to travel with us and see photos of our past travel experiences. Brochures and itineraries are available to help you choose where you want to go on your first trip, your tenth trip, or your 50th trip! Attendees are eligible for door prizes and Travel Show day booking incentives. Please RSVP to (913) 826-2975.
1 - 3 hr. event - FREE
Meadowbrook Park Clubhouse 6/29 Tue 1 pm
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Annual Events
Don’t miss out on these events we host on an annual basis. Check back often for date updates.
- Step Into Wellness (TBD)
- Senior Follies (TBD)
- Regional Pickleball Tournament (TBD)
- Live Well Age Well (TBD)
- Veterans Celebration Breakfast (TBD)