Gladfest

10/03/2026

A FUN FILLED first day of Gladfest! Join us tomorrow for an entire day full of your Gladfest favorites! 🎡🍿🎸

10/01/2026

Gladfest is TOMORROW, and we couldn’t do it without the incredible sponsors who help make it all possible! 🎉❤️

A huge THANK YOU to the businesses and organizations supporting this year’s Gladfest. Your support helps bring our community together for a weekend full of fun, entertainment, and some of our favorite Gladstone traditions!

Help us show our sponsors some love! 👏 We’re so grateful to have their support in making Gladfest a weekend to remember.

🎡 See you at Gladfest!

10/01/2026

Okay, okay… the ACTUAL forecast may look different. It actually looks like this ⬇️

We’re looking at some rain on Friday, followed by a cooler weekend with a mix of clouds and sunshine Saturday and a mostly sunny Sunday! ☀️🍂

But one part of our forecast still stands:

🎡 100% chance of Gladfest ALL WEEKEND LONG! 🎉

Keep an eye on the forecast, dress for the weather, and get ready for a great Gladfest weekend. We can’t wait to see you!

10/01/2026

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09/30/2026

🎉 YOUR GLADFEST GUIDE IS HERE! 🎉

Gladfest is just TWO DAYS away, so it’s time to start planning your weekend!

Save this post so you’ll have the Gladfest schedule and event map handy while you’re out enjoying all the festivities. 📍 From live entertainment and activities to vendors, food and more, there’s plenty happening throughout the weekend!

📅 Check out the full schedule
📍 Find your way around with the event map
📲 Save + share this post with your Gladfest crew

We can’t wait to see you at Gladfest! 🍂🎶

09/30/2026

Don’t miss the Slow Drag Race, presented by Renegade Classics Kansas City, on Saturday afternoon at 3pm!

Who will take this baby home?
Slow Drag Finals
Sat., Oct 3, 3PM at Gladfest in Gladstone.
Come watch!

09/30/2026

We accidentally got into your text messages. Our bad.

Sorry, you’re busy. You have Gladfest. 🎡🎶🛍️

Send this to the friend who needs to clear their calendar and come with you.

09/30/2026

🥩 Space is still available in the Smokefest BBQ competition! 🍗

09/29/2026

Let’s play a little Gladfest emoji game!

What are YOU most excited for at Gladfest? Drop your emoji in the comments! ⬇️

⭐ = The Parade
🛍️ = Shopping the Vendors
🎶 = Live Bands
🚂 = The Train Show

Can’t pick just one? We won’t stop you from dropping a few. 😉

Got other ideas? Drop an emoji and tell us what you're most excited for!

Comment with what's at the top of your Gladfest must-do list!

09/29/2026

YOUR GLADFEST CHECKLIST 🎡

☑️ Make your Gladfest plans
☑️ Check out the schedule
☑️ Pick your must-see bands
☑️ Leave room for festival food
☑️ Bring your shopping buddy
☑️ Get ready for a weekend of fun

What else is on your list? Let us know in the comments!