Lenexa

Lenexa Community Information

Nicknamed the “City of Festivals”, Lenexa is located in Johnson County, Kansas and has a population of 55,000+. Lenexa touches Shawnee, Overland Park, Olathe and De Soto and is only 12 miles southwest of Kansas City, Missouri and the Country Club Plaza. Residents love the area for the beautiful homes, convenient highway access, outdoor amenities, and the fun events held throughout the year.

Recreation

The Lenexa City Center at 87th. Street Parkway & Penrose features the Lenexa Public Market, the Johnson County Library with a convenient drive-through pick-up and drop-off, the Lenexa Rec Center with gym, walking trail, classes, and an indoor aquatic center. There are bike trails, parks and playgrounds throughout the city, including Black Hoof Park, Shawnee Mission Park and Little Mill Creek North Park. Lenexa also has its own skate park, located at Sar-Ko-Par Trails Park. Another fun activity in Lenexa is finding the kindness rocks hidden throughout the city.

Schools

Public school districts for Lenexa include Shawnee Mission, Olathe, and De Soto. Private schools in Lenexa include St. James Academy, Christ Prep Academy, and Holy Trinity Catholic School. There are also local homeschool support groups, activities and co-ops.

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Dining

There are more than 70 restaurants, cafe’s, and bakeries in Lenexa. Local favorites include Black Dog Coffeehouse, Chewology, Blue Moose Bar & Grill, Brewbakers Bar & Grill, and the Grand Street Cafe’. In November 2020, Butterfield’s Bakery is opening in the Lenexa Public Market. Guests can watch as fresh bread and pastries are made daily and dine for brunch, sandwiches, soups, salads, and even milkshakes.

Events

Lenexa hosts many festivals and events throughout the year, including the Freedom Run, Community Days Parade, the Spinach Festival, Food Truck Frenzy, Movies in the Park, Summer Concert Series, the Lenexa Art Fair, the Chili Challenge and the Great Lenexa BBQ Battle. In October, Lenexa hosts the Enchanted Forest, a fun fall event featuring musicians, puppets, friendly characters, photo ops, seasonal displays and a trick or treat opportunity for kids. Farmers Markets take place throughout the year, with a Holiday Farmers Market in November and December.

Another seasonal favorite is Sar-Ko Aglow at Sar-Ko-Par Trails Park located off of 87th. Street Parkway and Lackman Road. The park is lit with beautiful Christmas lights from December through early January. Locals and visitors alike enjoy the dazzling lights while strolling through the park.

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