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Dive into the excitement and discover all the latest offerings waiting to be explored. From grand openings to special exhibitions, outdoor concerts, family-friendly events, history and museums, nature adventures, and sports activities, there’s something for everyone to enjoy this season.
America’s First Entertainment Over a River. It’s a public crossing, a community center, a trailhead, and a full-on entertainment district—40 feet over the water. ere’s so much to do. Grab a co ee and enjoy the views from the Porch. Stroll the farmers market or take in an art fair or makers fair on the Garden and the Wings. Your “home o ce” (with secure WiFi) has a great view. Dine, drink, enjoy a good book, or just meditate on the Patio. Live music awaits on the Top Deck, in the Nook, or on the Garden. Enjoy happy hour at the 50-foot-long bar with sweeping views of active railroad bridges and the historic Strawberry Hill neighborhood. e Top Deck Event Space (under the cathedral roof) is perfect for reunions, weddings, company retreats, charity fundraisers, and more. Attend a morning yoga session or a pre-event gathering outside on Bush Landing—high above the river! rockislandkc.com for more information.
is groundbreaking exhibition, celebrating 100 years of e Walt Disney Company, is one of the largest and most immersive projects the Walt Disney Archives has ever produced. e Walt Disney Archives opened its vault of treasures, and this widely anticipated exhibit will showcase objects including works of art, costumes, props, and Disney memorabilia. Guests will encounter items from some of their favorite Disney lms such as Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs (1937), the live-action Cinderella (2015), Encanto (2021), and many more. e exhibition also features more than 14 interactive installations and iconic items from some of the most recent members of the Disney family—Pixar, Star Wars, and MARVEL. Disney enthusiasts will also have the chance to leave with both memories and memorabilia, as the exhibition will include several extraordinary backdrops and photo opportunities along with exclusive merchandise o ered inside the Disney100: e Exhibition gift shop. e exhibition opens on May 24. unionstation.org
Step into a world where prehistoric creatures run freely at the biggest dinosaur event in Kansas City: e Jurassic Farm at KC Pumpkin Patch. Opening June 1, immerse yourself in a prehistoric adventure as you witness over 20 life-sized dinosaurs come to life. Plan your visit to KC Jurassic Farm and discover the ulti-
mate family experience in Kansas City. You’ll see dinosaurs of all sizes, some up to 20 feet tall! Plenty of photo ops are available so you can take family photos you’ll treasure. Walk among the prehistoric creatures to scope out your favorites. In addition, there are more than 30 hands-on family fun activities. is event will be here for only a few weeks. Visit before extinction! kcpumpkinpatch.org
Catch a KC Current Home game at the inaugural season of the CPKC Stadium at Berkley Riverfront Park, the rst soccer stadium purpose-built for a National Women’s Soccer League (NWSL) team. Joining the Current Club is the best way to secure 2024 single-match tickets. Located on the north side of CPKC Stadium, the two-story KC Current Team Store is a one-stop shop for fans searching for the newest and most fashionable KC Current merchandise. Indulge in a diverse selection of dishes from multiple Kansas City eateries as you catch the game. Explore a wide array of culinary delights from Kansas City restaurants while you enjoy the game, ranging from BBQ to ice cream, ai cuisine to tacos. For a complete list of all the home games go to kansascitycurrent.com for more information.
CITY ZOO & AQUARIUM
It’s the rst summer at the Zoo to enjoy the aquarium, which opened last September. At Sobela Ocean Aquarium, you can experience being at the ocean, right here in Kansas City. With 650,000 gallons and 34 habitats, you’ll see 8,000 animals and learn how ocean currents connect us all. e Aquarium includes nearly 8,000 animals representing more than 200 species, including sea otters, a sea turtle, sharks, and a giant Paci c octopus. Entry to the Aquarium is included with Zoo admission and FOTZ memberships. To plan your visit go to kansascityzoo.org
JOHNSON COUNTY MUSEUM
Explore a time when fashion became a powerful form of self-expression for women, signaling what they valued, who they were, and what they wanted America to be.
Don’t miss Free to Be…A 1960s Fashion Revolution, a groovy look at four themes in 1960s women’s fashion in a new exhibition opening June 1. Each theme in the exhibit represents a major trend in self-expression during the historical movements and signi cant shifts of the iconic decade. Curated in partnership with Johnson County Community College’s Fashion Merchan-
dising and Design Program, the exhibit will feature garments from the JCCC program’s extensive collection. The museum is located in the Johnson County Arts & Heritage Center, 8788 Metcalf Ave.,Overland Park. Go to jcprd.com for more information.
Visit the renovated Harry S. Truman Library and Museum in Independence, Missouri, and you’re not only visiting a presidential museum, but a World War II museum, a Cold War museum, and more—all wrapped into one. The Truman Library reopened to the public after a $29 million renovation that transformed the library and museum into a cinematic experience. The first update to the Truman Library in over 20 years and the largest since it opened in 1957, the institution unveils two more decades of research on President Harry S. Truman. Truman’s legacy is explained through immersive mixed-media exhibits, eight films, and more than 140 minutes of riveting reels, making it an experience all ages can enjoy. Check out trumanlibraryinstitute.org for more information.
Starlight has exciting new options for the 2024 AdventHealth Broadway Series. With the new 3-Show Package you now have the opportunity to purchase tickets at the best price with benefits like parking and exchanges. Whether you are making it a family fun night or a special date night under the stars, you have plenty of options to choose from including STOMP, Shrek The Musical, Peter Pan, The Cher Show, Come From Away, West Side Story and Disney’s The Little Mermaid. For more information, go to kcstarlight.com
The reigning Miles Wolff Champion Kansas City Monarchs have a historic year ahead as they aim to defend their title, compete in the Baseball Champions League, and host the All-Star festivities in July. The event will feature the Association of Professional Baseball Home Run Derby and KC Celebrity Softball Game on Monday, July 22 followed by the American Association All-Star Game on Tuesday, July 23. It’s the first time Legends Field has hosted an All-Star Game in 18 years.Visit monarchsbaseball.com/allstargame
ANITA B. GORMAN CONSERVATION DISCOVERY CENTER
4750 Troost Ave, Kansas City, MO 64110
816-759-7300 • mdc.mo.gov/discoverycenter
B&B THEATRES
PO Box 129, Liberty, MO 64069
816-407-7469 • bbtheatres.com
BIG BAM ON THE KATY / MISSOURI LIFE MAGAZINE
208 Columbia Street, Rocheport, MO 65209 (573)514-5453 • bigbamride.com
BLADE & TIMBER
1302 Baltimore Ave, Kansas City, MO 64105
816-343-8489 • bladeandtimber.com/locations/ kansas-city-power-and-light
BOULEVARD BREWING CO.TOURS AND RECREATION CENTER
2534 Madison Ave, Kansas City, MO 64108
816-701-7247 • boulevard.com/visit
BREAKOUT KC
114 W 3rd St, Kansas City, MO 64105 (River Market), 11535 Ash St, Leawood, KS 66211 (Park Place)
816-945-2633 (River Market) • 913-298-1081 (Park Place) breakoutkc.com
CAROLYN’S PUMPKIN PATCH
17607 NE 52nd St, Liberty, MO 64068
816-730-6518 • carolynspumpkinpatch.com
CITY OF INDEPENDENCE PARKS/RECREATION/ TOURISM DEPARTMENT
416 W. Maple Ave, Independence, MO 64050 816-325-7575• visitindependence.com
CLAY COUNTY PARKS
17201 Paradesian St, Smithville, MO 64089
816-407-3400 • smithvillelakecamping.com
Park guests will be in for a treat when they arrive on May 4th to discover two all-new food locations, a new merch location, and a beautifully themed patio as well as two new events. Enjoy hearty bar-b-que at the River City Grill and relax in the heart of Americana in the shadow of Steelhawk and Patriot. Mysterious flavors and daring treats await travelers at Dragon’s Delights in East Asia. At Europa Biergarten, across from Autobahn, you will find KC Bier Co. beers to enjoy in the surroundings of Europa. Come on in and meet the friendly shopkeepers at Boone’s General Store in the Wild West. And you won’t want to miss their new events. KC Nights at Worlds of Fun is on select Nights, July 13 - 28, and is the ultimate Kansas City summer party that keeps the excitement high as the sun goes down. KidZfest is happening on Saturdays & Sundays, June 1 - 16. Join in on the exciting dance parties, feast on delicious treats, enjoy our kid-friendly rides, and check out our interactive games and activities. Visit worldsoffun.com
THE COLLEGE BASKETBALL EXPERIENCE AND (MEN’S) NATIONAL COLLEGIATE BASKETBALL HALL OF FAME 1401 Grand Blvd, Kansas City, MO 64106
816-949-7500 • collegebasketballexperience.com
COLONIAL GARDENS
27610 SE Wyatt Rd, Blue Springs, MO 64014
816-229-1277 • colonialgardenskc.com
COUNTRY CLUB PLAZA
47th & Broadway Kansas City, MO 64112
816-561-3486 • countryclubplaza.com
CROWN CENTER
2450 Grand Blvd, Kansas City, MO 64108
816-274-8444 • crowncenter.com
May 25 – September 2
Daniel Tiger’s Neighborhood® A Grr-ific Exhibit
Created by Children’s Museum of Pittsburgh in partnership with Fred Rogers Productions.
At Crown Center, you're in the heart of Kansas City's most extraordinary event scene. From our local shopping and dining to entertainment and events, explore what makes us uniquely Kansas City.
• Outdoor Festivals, Events & Exhibits • SEA
•Live Theater
•Hallmark Visitors Center
•Kaleidoscope
•LEGOLAND® Discovery Center
DANIEL TIGER’S NEIGHBORHOOD © 2012
The Fred Rogers Company. All Rights Reserved.
June 1
Hospital Hill Run
June 14 – 15
•SEA LIFE Kansas City Aquarium
•Shopping & Dining
• Halls Kansas City
•Seasonal Outdoor Ice Skating
•Mayor’s Christmas Tree
•Santa’s Gingerbread Station
Boulevardia
July 12, 19, 26 and August 2
WeekEnder — Outdoor movies, food trucks and local bands
August 30 – September 1
Kansas City Irish Fest
September 14
Hallmarket: A Hallmark Art Festival
September 21
Children’s Mercy Dream Big Day
Family Fest + Walk
October 4 – 5
KC Oktoberfest
October 26
Making Strides Against Breast Cancer
October 31
Arrival of the Mayor's Christmas Tree
November 1, 2024 – March 9, 2025
Crown Center Ice Terrace
2024 – 2025 Season
November 29
Santa's Arrival at Crown Center
November 29
Mayor's Christmas Tree Lighting Event
November 29 – December 24
Santa's Gingerbread Station
THE KANSAS CITY MONARCHS AND THE ROTARY CLUB are teaming up to benefit the Rotary Youth Camp, celebrating a special centennial for both organizations.
The Monarchs are donating a portion of their ticket proceeds from their home opener on May 16 to the Rotary Youth Camp as part of the organization’s Greater Kansas City Day celebration.
The celebration includes a pep rally on Wednesday, May 15 at the Negro Leagues Baseball Museum from 5 to 7 p.m. and a special game day event at Union Station on May 16 from 7 to 9 a.m. Former Kansas City Chiefs running back Christian Okoye and actor Eric Stonestreet will serve as celebrity cochairs for both events, which will be open to the public.
The Rotary Youth Camp, located in Lee’s Summit, provides youth with physical, mental or emotional challenges a place to grow, laugh, and embrace their true selves.
2024 is the Rotary Youth Camp’s centennial, as well as the 100th anniversary of the original Kansas City Monarchs’ victory in the first-ever Negro League World Series.
The pep rally on May 15 will also include appearances by Monarchs leadership, as well as other celebrities to be announced.
Fans at the Union Station event on May 16 can purchase Monarchs pennants with a donation to the Rotary Youth Camp, and can get the pennant signed by Okoye, Stonestreet, and other celebrities in attendance.
The first pitch of the game itself is set for 6:35 p.m. on Thursday, May 16 from Legends Field in Kansas City, Kansas. Every fan in attendance will be automatically entered into a drawing for a Monarchs jersey signed by Patrick Mahomes. Fans will receive a raffle ticket during the game. Drawing will take place in the 5th inning. Winner must be present at the game to accept the jersey.
Tickets available at monarchsbaseball.com
THE ESCAPE GAME KANSAS CITY
320 Ward Parkway, Kansas City, MO 64112
816-677-6834 • theescapegame.com/kansas-city
FEDERAL RESERVE BANK OF KANSAS CITY MONEY MUSEUM
1 Memorial Dr, Kansas City, MO 64108
816-881-2683 • kansascityfed.org/moneymuseum
FULL MOON HAUNTED ATTRACTIONS
1401 W 13th St, Kansas City, MO 64102
816-842-4280 or 816-842-0320 • fullmoonprod.com
GARMIN KANSAS CITY MARATHON
2600 Grand Blvd., Suite 100, Kansas City, MO 64108
816-389-4190 • sportkc.org/marathon
GO APE TREETOP ADVENTURE - SWOPE PARK
7331 Oakwood Dr, Kansas City, MO 64132
800-971-8271 • goape.com/location/missouri-kansas-city
HARRY S. TRUMAN LIBRARY & MUSEUM
500 W US Hwy 24, Independence, MO 64050
816-268-8200 • trumanlibrary.gov
HISTORIC LECOMPTON
609 Woodson Ave, Lecompton, KS 66050
785-887-6148 • lecomptonkansas.com
HOLLADAY DISTILLERY
One McCormick Lane, Weston, MO 64098
816-640-3056 • holladaydistillery.com
HY-VEE ARENA
1800 Genessee St, Kansas City, MO 64102
816-505-0404 • hy-veearena.com
INDEPENDENCE SQUARE ASSOCIATION (HISTORIC DOWNTOWN)
106 S Liberty St., Independence, MO 64050
816-381-7181 • indepsquare.com
J RIEGER & CO.
2700 Guinotte Ave, Kansas City, MO 64120
816-702-7800 • jriegerco.com
JACKSON COUNTY MO PARKS + RECREATION 22807 SW Woods Chapel Rd, Blue Springs, MO 64015
816-503-4800 • MakeYourDayHere.com
JESSE JAMES BIRTHPLACE
21216 Jesse James Farm Rd, Kearney, MO 64060 816-736-8500 • jessejamesmuseum.org
JOHNSON COUNTY MUSEUM
8788 Metcalf Ave, Overland Park, KS 66212
913-826-2787 • jcprd.com/museum
LOOKING FOR SOMETHING DIFFERENT to do this summer? You don’t have to look far. Jackson County Parks + Rec is a short car ride away with plenty of things for everyone to do.
It’s all about fun when you spend a day with Jackson County Parks + Rec.
For the land lover, they have one of the largest park systems of any county in America.
For the water enthusiast, Jackson County is home to fantastic beaches and lakes, with the finest public marinas in Missouri. Lake Jacomo, Blue Springs, and Longview Lake offer full-service marinas and boat rentals. Blue Springs and Longview Lake both have beaches open to the public for individuals to soak up the sun and enjoy a day at the lake.
Jackson County Parks + Rec offers residents and regional neighbors nearly 22,000 acres of premier outdoor enjoyment for “get-away-from-it-all” weekends and memorable vacations. From boating and biking to hiking and horseback riding, get on the go! From softball and golf, get into the game! From beaches and campgrounds to picnics and fishing, just sit back and relax.
Make your day at Jackson County Parks + Rec this summer.
For more information go to makeyourdayhere.com
KANSAS CITY AUTO MUSEUM
15095 W 116th St, Olathe, KS 66062
913-322-4227 • kansascityautomuseum.com
KANSAS CITY BALLET
Kauffman Center for the Performing Arts 1601 Broadway, Kansas City, MO 64108
816-931-8993 • kcballet.org
KANSAS CITY CARRIAGES
Nichols and Pennsylvania on the Country Club Plaza 816-531-1999 • kccarriages.com
KANSAS CITY CURRENT
CPKC Stadium, 1460 E Front St, Kansas City, MO 64120
913-374-0233 • kansascitycurrent.com
KANSAS CITY HELICOPTER TOURS
10 Richards Rd, Kansas City , MO 64105
816-499-3342 • kansascityhelicoptertours.com
KANSAS CITY MONARCHS BASEBALL
1800 Village West Pkwy, Kansas City, KS 66111
913-328-5618 • monarchsbaseball.com
KANSAS CITY MUSEUM
3128 Gladstone Blvd, Kansas City, MO 64123
816-702-7700 • kansascitymuseum.org
KANSAS CITY PARKS & RECREATION
4600 E. 63rd Street, Kansas City, MO 64130
816-513-7500 • kcparks.org
KANSAS CITY RENAISSANCE FESTIVAL
633 N 130th St, Bonner Springs, KS 66012
913-721-2110 • kcrenfest.com
KANSAS CITY REPERTORY THEATRE
Spencer Theatre, 4949 Cherry St, Kansas City, MO 64110
Copaken Stage, 1 H&R Block Way, Kansas City, MO 64105
816-235-2700 • kcrep.org
KANSAS CITY ROYALS
One Royal Way, Kansas City, MO 64129
816-921-8000 • royals.com
KANSAS CITY SYMPHONY
Kauffman Center for the Performing Arts (Helzberg Hall) 1601 Broadway, Kansas City, MO 64108
816-471-0400 • kcsymphony.org
KANSAS CITY ZOO & AQUARIUM
6800 Zoo Dr, Kansas City, MO 64132
816-595-1234 • kansascityzoo.org
KAUFFMAN CENTER FOR THE PERFORMING ARTS 1601 Broadway Blvd, Kansas City, MO 64108
816-994-7222 • kauffmancenter.org
KC FRINGE FESTIVAL
PO Box 415001, Kansas City, MO 64141
646-844-1505 • kcfringe.org
KC WINE CO AND KC PUMPKIN PATCH
13875 S Gardner Rd #1, Olathe, KS 66061
913-484-6251 • kcwineco.com and kcpumpkinpatch.com
LEGENDS OUTLETS
1843 Village West Pkwy, Kansas City, KS 66111
913-788-3700 • legendsshopping.com
LEGOLAND DISCOVERY CENTER AND SEA LIFE AQUARIUM KANSAS CITY
2475 Grand Blvd, Kansas City, MO 64108
816-471-4FUN (4386) • legolanddiscoverycenter.com/ kansas-city and visitsealife.com/kansas-city
MAHAFFIE STAGECOACH STOP & FARM
1200 Kansas City Rd, Olathe, KS 66061
913-971-5111 • mahaffie.org
MAIN EVENT ENTERTAINMENT
8081 NW Roanridge Rd, Kansas City, MO 64151
816-281-2020 • mainevent.com
THE MIDLAND THEATRE
1228 Main St, Kansas City, MO 64105
816-283-9900 • arvestbanktheatre.com
THE MIDWEST GENEALOGY CENTER
3440 S Lee’s Summit Rd, Independence, MO 64055 816-252-7228 • mymcpl.org/genealogy
MISSOURI STAR QUILT COMPANY 114 N Davis St, Hamilton, MO 64644 888-571-1122 • missouriquiltco.com
MUSIC THEATER HERITAGE
Crown Center, 2450 Grand Blvd, #301, Kansas City, MO 64108
816-221-6987 • mthkc.com
NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF INTERCOLLEGIATE ATHLETICS (NAIA)
120 W. 12th St, Kansas City, MO 64105
816-595-8000 • naia.org
THE NATIONAL MUSEUM OF TOYS / MINIATURES 5235 Oak St, Kansas City, MO 64112
816-235-8000 • toyandminiaturemuseum.org
AT CROWN CENTER, you’re in the heart of Kansas City’s most vibrant summer scene. From local shopping and dining to entertainment and events, explore what makes Crown Center uniquely Kansas City!
The family fun will roar to life with the new interactive exhibit, “Daniel Tiger’s Neighborhood®: A Grr-ific Exhibit,” open from May 25th through Labor Day! All summer long, you can explore the depths of the ocean at SEA LIFE Kansas City Aquarium or the height of creativity at LEGOLAND® Discovery Center Kansas City! Need more excitement? Boulevardia and WeekEnder are can’t-miss summer events! Work your way through the delicious food and drinks while enjoying jam-packed lineups full of energetic live music and family-friendly films under the stars.
There’s endless fun for everyone at Crown Center, so plan your family outing today and spend your summer making memories together that you’ll cherish for a lifetime!
NATIONAL WWI MUSEUM AND MEMORIAL
2 Memorial Dr, Kansas City, MO 64108
816-888-8100 • theworldwar.org
THE NELSON-ATKINS MUSEUM OF ART
4525 Oak St, Kansas City, MO 64111
816-751-1278 • nelson-atkins.org
NEGRO LEAGUES BASEBALL MUSEUM
1616 E 18th St, Kansas City, MO 64108
816-221-1920 • nlbm.com
PLANET COMICON KC AND PLANET ANIME KC
Bartle Hall, 301 W 13th St, Kansas City, MO 64105
816-533-3126 • planetcomicon.com and planetanimekc.com
ROCK ISLAND BRIDGE
0 Kansas Avenue, Kansas City, KS 66105
913-620-6156 • rockislandkc.com
SINKERZ LOUNGE
53 W 13th St, Kansas City, MO 64105
913-374-0105 • sinkerslounge.com
STARLIGHT THEATRE
4600 Starlight Rd, Kansas City, MO 64132
816-363-7827 • kcstarlight.com
T-SHOTZ
660 NW Metro North Dr, Kansas City, MO 64155
816-702-1320 • tshotz.com
UNION STATION AND SCIENCE CITY
30 W Pershing Rd, Kansas City, MO 64108
816-460-2000 • unionstation.org/sciencecity
URBAN HIKES KANSAS CITY
Kansas City Walking Tours
913-229-6493 • urbanhikeskc.com
VISIT KCK/ KCK TACO TRAIL
755 Minnesota Ave, Kansas City, KS 66101
913-321-5800 • kcktacotrail.com
WATKINS WOOLEN MILL STATE HISTORIC SITE
26600 Park Road North, Lawson, MO 64062
816-580-3387 • mostateparks.com/park/watkins-woolenmill-state-historic-site
WORLDS OF FUN / OCEANS OF FUN
4545 Worlds of Fun Ave, Kansas City, MO 64161
816-454-4545 • worldsoffun.com
ZIP KC
12829 Loring Rd, Bonner Springs, KS 66012
913-214-9478 • zipkc.com
ZONA ROSA
8640 N. Dixson Avenue, Kansas City, MO 64153
816-587-8180 • zonarosa.com
CITY OF BONNER SPRINGS bonnersprings.org
CTM MEDIA GROUP ctmmedia.com and visitorfun.com
DRURY HOTELS druryhotels.com
FASONE & PARTNERS fasonepartners.com
IN KANSAS CITY MAGAZINE inkansascity.com
KC GOING PLACES kcparent.com
KC TICKETS kcticketsonline.com
LEAVENWORTH CONVENTION & VISITORS BUREAU visitleavenworthkc.com
MADDEN MEDIA vacationistusa.com and maddenmedia.com
MOD OP | KANSAS CITY modop.com
PAGE COMMUNICATIONS pagecomms.com
VICTORY PYROTECHNICS AND SPECIAL EFFECTS victorypyro.com
VISIT KC visitkc.com
Greater Kansas City Attractions Association members include local attractions from throughout the metropolitan Kansas City area.
GKCAA gives away tickets and items from the most exciting venues in the Kansas City area! Simply follow the Association on Facebook or Instagram and you’ll have the opportunity to experience the finest attractions in the region!
