KC Going Places magazine 2024

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.

• Live Theater

• Hallmark Visitors Center

• Kaleidoscope

• LEGOLAND® Discovery Center

SEA LIFE Kansas City Aquarium

• Shopping & Dining

• Halls Kansas City

• Seasonal Outdoor Ice Skating

• Mayor’s Christmas Tree

• Santa’s Gingerbread Station

FAMILY FUN EVENTS

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. DANIEL TIGER’S NEIGHBORHOOD © 2012 The Fred Rogers Company. All Rights Reserved.

June 1

Hospital Hill Run

June 14 – 15 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

CONTENTS

FEATURES

8 Go See Kansas City

Explore the best our city has to offer

16 New and Improved KC 2024’s most anticipated attractions

20 Four Seasons of Fun

Your guide to year-round traditions

24 Adventures in Kansas City

The go-to guide for thrill-seekers

26 Dining and Shopping

Local eateries and boutiques

28 Seasonal Sojourns

How to prepare for local weather

GO PLACES

CREATIVE PLACES

30 paint, sew, make things

32 culinary experiences

33 art museums

FUN PLACES

34 amusement parks, arcades and entertainment centers

37 children’s museums and indoor playgrounds

ADVENTUROUS PLACES

38 zip lines, rock walls, obstacle courses and skydiving

39 trampoline parks and bounce houses

40 wheels, water and sky

40 escape rooms, mystery theater and thrills

HISTORIC PLACES 42 history museums and tours

SCIENCE PLACES 48 science museums 49 zoos, aquariums and farms 49 gardens

conservation centers

THEATRICAL PLACES

live theater, dance and entertainment

SPORTS PLACES

pro, semi-pro and college sports

bowling

skating

sports museums

complexes, batting cages and golf

Welcome to my hometown— where the fragrance of barbecue is always in the air!

We love our city and we hope you do, too! As you flip the pages of KC Going Places, you’ll learn of our signature fountains and their rich history, get acquainted with some of our most famous citizens and historic sites and discover the newest attractions, exhibits and events.

Visitors often ask me, “If you only have a few days—what would you see?” That is impossible to answer with a one-size-fits-all solution, but we’ve collected great itineraries across the metro, inspiration for adventurers, seasonal favorites and hot spots for shopping and dining.

For a “quick overview” of the city, be sure to visit downtown where you can enjoy shopping at Crown Center, playing with children at Legoland, taking a trip to the top of the tower at the National WWI Museum and Memorial and visiting Union Station. Take a ride aboard the free KC Streetcar where you can enjoy stops along the way, including the KC Power & Light District and City Market.

We always look forward to seasonal traditions including Royals baseball games in the summer, pumpkin patches in the fall, ice-skating at Crown Center in the winter and berry picking every spring. You’ll find an abundance of festivals, shows, exhibits and special events on the KCParent.com calendar to enjoy year-round.

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Julie Collett (Overland Park) Kristina Light (Kansas City) Joy Oufnac (Shawnee) Lyra Thompson (Bonner Springs)

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These are just a few of our favorite ways to explore our city. You’ll find many more as you flip through the pages of KC Going Places

Welcome to Kansas City! We’re happy you’re here and we hope you love it just as much as we do!

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features Tortellini the sea turtle at the Kansas City Zoo & Aquarium.

GO SEE KC

Go Explore Midtown

Visit Swope Park, Kansas City, Missouri’s gem of a green space that is even larger than New York’s Central Park. Meet exotic animals at the Kansas City Zoo & Aquarium where you can enjoy the new world-class aquarium featuring thousands of animals. Be sure to visit the camel feeding deck and Polar Bear Passage, touch stingrays and explore the Helzberg Penguin Plaza, Billy Goats Gruff, Australia and the massive Africa exhibit. Ride the train, carousel, boat, tram and Sky Safari to enjoy terrific views of the animals. Another favorite attraction at Swope Park is Lakeside Nature Center, a free nature center with exhibits. In the summer, enjoy Starlight Theater’s outdoor Broadway series and live concerts.

Kansas City boasts many remarkable art galleries, with some of the finest open to the public for free! The Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art, one of the largest galleries in the United States, maintains a permanent collection representing art from throughout history and around the world. The Sculpture Garden on the lawn is a favorite place for outdoor photos and a walk through art history. For modern art enthusiasts, the Kemper Museum of Contemporary Art exhibits permanent and temporary collections with special events and workshops for families.

The Country Club Plaza, with beautiful towers, sculptures, paintings and mosaics inspired by Seville, Spain, is one of the prettiest places in Kansas City and home to many of the city’s most beautiful fountains. The holiday season is not complete without a visit to the Plaza to enjoy the Christmas lights. Nearby, visit the National Museum of Toys and Miniatures. The museum houses a charming world of toys with interactive exhibits that take visitors on a stroll down memory lane. Also, take some time to visit the free Ewing and Muriel Kauffman Memorial Garden where something is always in bloom.

Kansas City Zoo & Aquarium

Country Club Plaza

Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art

Go Explore Crown Center District

Visit Crown Center in the heart of Kansas City, Missouri, for many attractions, great shops and restaurants. Throughout the year, enjoy free hands-on exhibits for children. Families enjoy skating at the Ice Terrace, the city’s original outdoor rink, throughout the winter. The Coterie produces professional children’s theater year-round. Kaleidoscope is a free kid-friendly art center where imaginations know no limits as kids create their masterpieces. Sea Life features a walk-through underwater tunnel and an enthralling journey from the fresh waters of the Missouri River to the saltwater of the Atlantic Ocean. Legoland Discovery Center provides a range of interactive play areas, including a 4D cinema, classes, an exciting Lego ride and one-of-a-kind exhibits.

Legoland Discovery Center

At Union Station, you may board the KC Streetcar for a free ride from the iconic landmark to City Market with many stops along the way. Nearby, visit the National Archives of Kansas City that offers the free exhibit, “We, the People,” and staff on hand to assist with research projects. Enjoy lunch at a variety of restaurants nearby. For barbecue try Jack Stack, for Italian eat at Lydia’s, and if you’re dining with kids, enjoy Fritz’s where trains deliver food to your table. Want to eat locally grown food? Try Unforked, or for steak try Pierpont’s. These are just a few favorite restaurants in the area.

Spend a day at the National World War I Museum and Memorial, exploring the interactive displays, thought-provoking films and eyewitness testimonies that help guide visitors through one of the largest collections of WWI artifacts in the world. Then take a tour to the top of this iconic landmark, where you’ll enjoy a breathtaking view of the city’s skyline. One of the most notable landmarks you’ll see is Union Station, home to Science City with great hands-on science exhibits for children, and Gottlieb Planetarium, one of the largest 360-degree domed screens in the Midwest. Nearby, make a stop at the Money Museum, a free museum where visitors leave with a souvenir bag of shredded cash.

National World War I Museum and Memorial

National Archives of Kansas City exhibit, “We, the People.”

GO SEE KC

Go Explore Downtown KCMO

One of Kansas City’s most famous historic neighborhoods is 18th & Vine. Two museums in the district celebrate the city’s past. The Negro Leagues Baseball Museum showcases the history of American baseball from the Black American perspective beginning in 1863 and acquaints you with many famous local baseball stars. Measure up against the life-size bronze statues of players in midgame on the baseball diamond. Visitors also can experience Kansas City jazz in the neighborhood— celebrate some of the city’s finest musicians at the American Jazz Museum and enjoy a live concert at the Gem or the Blue Room.

Central Library

Kansas City’s arts, antiques and dining districts roll out the red carpet all month long with special hours, sales and events on weekends. You’ll find a complete schedule of events on KCParent.com when you search “Weekend Guide.” Top picks include First Fridays in the Crossroads, enjoyed by more than 10,000 people who head to the cultural arts district for free peeks at galleries and studios, delicious treats from food trucks and restaurants and entertainment from street performers. On a tour of the Arabia Steamboat Museum in the River Market you’ll learn about the excavation of the 1850s steamboat and its treasure on display at the 25,000-squarefoot museum.

Board the KC Streetcar for a free ride through downtown. Stop in the Power & Light District to enjoy a local restaurant or live theater. Stop in to Cosentino’s for fresh food or a local souvenir and take their elevator to the rooftop park to enjoy a stroll on green grass. For another great view, head to the top of KCMO’s City Hall for 360-degree views of downtown (select weekdays). Also explore the Central Library with its famous painted bookshelf parking garage, and the River Market District where you can enjoy many tasty restaurants and fun shopping experiences.

Negro Leagues Baseball Museum

Arabia Steamboat Museum

Go Explore Eastern Jackson County

Independence is rich with history as the starting point of the Oregon, California and Santa Fe trails and home of President Harry S. Truman. You can learn about his humble lifestyle at the Truman Home in Independence and visit the newly renovated Truman Presidential Library. Visit other historic sites including Vaile Mansion, the Bingham-Waggoner Estate, the 1859 Jail Museum and the National Frontier Trails Museum. A unique destination, the Puppetry Arts Institute offers puppet shows and puppet-making workshops. Another favorite for history buffs is a ride with Pioneer Trails Adventures, which offers you the chance to take a mule-drawn wagon ride through the historic square while hearing stories of the city’s history.

Nature lovers enjoy a visit to Powell Gardens, home to a beautiful island garden, rock wall garden, conservatory, Heartland Harvest Garden and acres of trails with magnificent flowers, plants and prairie. Enjoy seasonal festivals and special exhibits at this botanical garden. During the holiday season, attend the Festival of Lights, a magical holiday event. On your way, stop at Cockrell Mercantile Company, a quaint minivillage of boutique shops where you’ll find special items for the home and kitchen. For a free outing, visit Burr Oak Woods Nature Center where you can walk miles of trails.

Downtown Lee’s Summit is home to shops and boutiques, including bookstores, hobby shops, clothing boutiques, art galleries, cooking stores and more. The city’s quaint weekend farmers market is a favorite for locals. Visit Sky Zone, an indoor trampoline park in Lee’s Summit (additional locations available across the metro), or K1 Speed, a world-class indoor go-kart track. Or entertain the gang at Main Event in Independence, where you can enjoy arcades, bowling, billiards, laser tag, obstacle courses and more. All year long, you may enjoy Independence Community Ice, an indoor ice-skating rink, and live shows at CableDahmer Arena

Powell Gardens

Truman Presidential Library

Main Event

GO SEE KC

Go Explore Johnson County

Living history museums are a favorite local attraction, with several historic sites telling the area’s history through reenactments and hands-on education. Mahaffie Stagecoach Stop & Farm in Johnson County brings 1850s farming to life with tours and programs all year, including stagecoach rides, family programs and a working blacksmith shop. On snowy Saturdays, enjoy horse-drawn sleigh rides on the property. Shawnee Town 1929 is a slightly more modern village where families explore living history firsthand. Families also enjoy Deanna Rose Children’s Farmstead. The 12-acre park is home to more than 200 farm animals, gardens, a dairy barn, pony rides and much more.

Families love Urban Air Overland Park (additional locations), a favorite indoor trampoline park with an indoor playground and fun for all ages with obstacle courses and games. Create family keepsakes at Ceramic Cafe and more paint-your-own pottery shops. Patrons select and paint their ceramic masterpieces—anything from piggy banks to plates, mugs to picture frames. They offer glass fusing workshops, as well. For live entertainment, the Midwest Trust Center at JCCC offers a variety of professional shows all year long. Concerts, musicals, magic acts, dance performances and international shows grace their stage, offering a variety of shows for all ages.

The Johnson County Museum is one of the metro’s best resources for local history. With award-winning long-term exhibits featuring local history, including the beloved 1950s electric house and displays remembering local businesses, as well as changing exhibits, the museum is a great place to spend a day. Little ones love the handson play space at KidScape where they can play and imagine they are adults in a pintsized village. This is a top pick for visitors who have come to town for an event at the Overland Park Convention Center. Nearby, be sure to spend an evening at Topgolf, an entertainment complex for golf enthusiasts.

Johnson County Museum

Midwest Trust Center at Johnson County Community College

Shawnee Town 1929

Go Explore Kansas

Head west to Legends Outlets in Kansas City, Kansas, for a day of shopping and local attractions. The shopping center features tributes to local celebrities with banners, statues and artwork. You even can walk the Yellow Brick Road, a tribute to Kansas’ literary fame in The Wonderful Wizard of Oz. Catch a movie at the theater or listen to a concert on The Lawn. Nearby, you can enjoy a soccer game at Sporting KC, a race at Kansas Speedway or a Monarchs baseball game at Legends Field. Over the holidays, the baseball field is bedazzled in lights during Enchant Christmas, an epic holiday experience with a light maze, ice-skating trail and entertainment.

Have you ever wanted to swim with penguins? Pet a sloth? Hold a lemur? Believe it or not, there is a magical zoo right in the heart of Kansas (near Wichita) where you can do all that and more! Tanganyika Wildlife Park is a unique zoo—privately owned and small and intimate, but every exhibit is spacious, beautiful and immaculate and offers the most natural habitat possible for the animals. Visitors customize their park experience with the activities they book. You may elect to participate in all the “Wildly Different Experiences” or purchase the opportunities a la carte.

Head to Lawrence, Kansas, home to the University of Kansas and the famous Massachusetts Street, affectionately called Mass Street, where shoppers love to browse for antiques, clothes, toys, candles, books and European groceries. Children love Prairie Park Nature Center, home to reptiles, amphibians, birds and mammals, as well as hands-on exhibits. The KU Natural History Museum is filled with fascinating exhibits and artifacts. The most famous feature of the museum is the extensive collection of fossils, including the mosasaur, the largest known lizard to have lived. Throughout the year, enjoy eclectic festivals, including Art Tougeau, food truck festivals, the Lawrence Busker Festival and an old-fashioned Christmas parade.

Lawrence Old-fashioned Christmas Parade

Tanganyika Wildlife Park

Enchant Christmas

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Go Explore the Northland

Enjoy both Worlds of Fun and Oceans of Fun in Kansas City, Missouri, for the price of one ticket. Worlds of Fun boasts eight world-class roller coasters, including the Zambezi Zinger, Patriot, Mamba and Timberwolf, classic carnival rides and water rides like Fury of the Nile and Viking Voyager. Kids love Planet Snoopy where they enjoy more than 20 family-friendly rides and attractions. In addition to great rides, visitors enjoy live shows and meet-and-greets with the Peanuts gang. Oceans of Fun offers fantastic attractions, including Aruba Tuba, Surf City Wave Pool, Buccaneer Bay, Coconut Cove and Splash Island, a 4,200-square-foot interactive water attraction.

The Kansas City Museum, offering free admission, features four floors of spectacular local exhibits. The museum pays homage to the legacy of the Long family, telling the story of Robert Alexander Long, a wealthy lumber baron and developer, who built the fourstory mansion in 1907. Following Long’s death in 1934, Corinthian Hall remained empty until 1939 when the Long family donated it to the Kansas City Museum Association. The museum exhibits take visitors on a journey telling the history of Kansas City, beginning with the Lewis and Clark Expedition and continuing through the modern era. Kansas City Museum

Historic Downtown Liberty, Missouri, is home to the Jesse James Bank Museum, the site of the first recorded daytime bank robbery. On the square, enjoy local cafes, boutiques and shops. Liberty also hosts First Thursdays, a chance to enjoy late-night shopping and themed events in the historic district. For entertainment, catch a live show at the Corbin Theatre, where you can enjoy musical theater, live music and stage shows. Throughout the year, catch a performance with the Liberty Symphony For more fun, try axe throwing at WoodChux, perfect your golf swing at T-Shotz, play pickleball at Chicken N Pickle or enjoy fun at PowerPlay where you can enjoy sand volleyball, arcades and more.

Oceans of Fun

WoodChux

Go Explore the Country

Johnson Farms Plants & Pumpkins in Belton, Missouri, is a beautiful agritourism attraction where you can shop the beautiful nursery and pick apples in the late summer and veggies and pumpkins in the fall. Also in Belton, visitors love riding aboard the Belton, Grandview and Kansas City Railroad, an excursion train offering a 5-mile, 45-minute round trip ride aboard a 1920s-era passenger coach, open-air excursion car or 1950s diesel locomotive through Old Towne Belton on weekends. Throughout the summer, you can also select from theme rides including hot dog, ice cream and holiday specials. Enjoy lunch at one of the local cafes or restaurants in the historic district.

Enjoy fresh-made cider at Louisburg Cider Mill in the Kansas countryside. Visitors watch as cider is pressed and cider donuts are made. Cedar Cove in Louisburg is an animal refuge for endangered or rescued big cats including leopards, cougars, wolves, bobcats, a white tiger, black leopards and caracals. On Saturdays May through October, visit Powell Observatory for a public stargazing session through one of the largest telescopes in the region. Every spring Miami County, Kansas, hosts a farm tour (May 11-12, 2024). Visitors are invited to tour 14 local farms and agricultural sites. Explore a pecan farm, bison ranch, alpaca farm, Hereford farm, goat farms, wineries and more.

The Overland Park Arboretum & Botanical Gardens is a 300-acre botanical garden offering a beautiful outdoor oasis in the southern part of Johnson County, Kansas. Explore the Children’s Garden’s whimsical trains, the grounds’ wooded paths and the beloved Monet Garden. This is one of the region’s most scenic and relaxing attractions. Enjoy special events including “Stems: A Garden Soiree” on June 22, “Terra Luna” on select September weekends and the annual Luminary Walk throughout the holidays. The gardens are always affordable, but admission is free on the first Tuesday of the month.

Johnson Farms

Cedar Cove

Overland Park Arboretum

KANSAS

CITY AND IMPROVED

Rabbit hOle

2024 is a year of firsts and the reimagining and celebrating of our city’s icons.

Everything’s up-to-date in Kansas City, as the old song goes. This year, our city celebrates brand new landmarks bedazzling the city skyline, a one-of-a-kind museum dedicated to children’s literature, a landmark exhibit celebrating the legacy of our city’s most famous citizen, and an updated home for the zoo’s resident sea lions. Additionally, the city will have new exhibits and shows to enjoy and new memories to make.

Here are the most anticipated things to enjoy in KC in 2024!

The Rabbit hOle is a literary wonderland bringing childhood memories to life.

Think of your favorite childhood picture book and, chances are, you’ll find it magically recreated in a life-size exhibit at The Rabbit hOle. Conceived by Deb Pettid and Pete Cowdin (former owners of Kansas City’s beloved Reading Reptile bookstore, a Brookside staple for years), The Rabbit hOle truly brings your favorite stories to life. Housed in a 99-year-old renovated warehouse in North Kansas City, this immersive museum featuring more than 30 exhibits will help families fall in love again with beloved classic children’s books like Caps for Sale, Madeline, Goodnight Moon and more. In addition to the museum, The Rabbit hOle includes a full-service bookstore, print shop, story lab, maker space, resource library and discovery gallery and will host teacher workshops, author and illustrator events and field trips. RabbitHoleKC.org

Disney100: The Exhibition, Union Station’s newest exhibit, celebrates Kansas City’s most legendary citizen.

Union Station is known for bringing world-class exhibits for visitors to experience firsthand. This year brings the most magical exhibit yet. Disney100 features 250 treasures from the Walt Disney Company, 14 interactive installations in 10 immersive galleries and magical memories for all ages. Walt Disney began his career as a cartoonist and entrepreneur in Kansas City, and this 20,000-squarefoot exhibit tells his story. Walt Disney created his first commercial film and met Kansas City native and Disney legend Ub Iwerks while he lived here. Now, his story returns to Kansas City with an incredible exhibition showcasing treasures from the Disney archives, including art, costumes, movie props and more. The exhibit will tell the story of a century of Disney like never before. Tickets to Disney100: The Exhibition are available ahead of the opening on May 24. UnionStation.org

Kansas City Zoo & Aquarium

The Kansas City Zoo & Aquarium is making a splash with an improved sea lion exhibit.

In 2023, the Kansas City Zoo & Aquarium made a splash with the opening of the new 650,000-gallon Sobela Ocean Aquarium, increasing the number of animals at the zoo from 1,700 to nearly 10,000! This year, they’re making a splash again with the anticipated opening of a fully renovated Sea Lion Splash exhibit. Since the 1950s, the sea lions have been guest favorites, delighting visitors with their playful antics and educational shows. This year, the new facility will open with increased seating capacity, improved ADA accessibility and added behindthe-scenes space for the animals. The four California sea lions that call Kansas City home, Luna, 9, Pepper, 9, Tamale, 11, and Delilah, 13, reside behind the scenes on zoo grounds away from the construction as they await their new home. KansasCityZoo.org

Disney100: The Exhibition

America’s first entertainment district built over a river, the Rock Island Bridge, opens this year.

Mike Zeller was boating up the Kansas River with friends who noticed the distinctive Rock Island Railroad Bridge, which was abandoned but still strong. Mike said to his pals, “Someone ought to do something with that—put a restaurant out there and call it Chicken ona Bridge.” Originally a joke, the idea is now coming to fruition. Zeller and his friends and business partners are bringing the Rock Island Bridge to life as America’s very first entertainment district over a river. The bridge spans 40 feet over the Kansas River connecting our two KCs and bridges the past, utilizing a structure that has been part of our city’s history for more than a century, with the future. The new Kansas waterfront entertainment district, dubbed the Rock Island Bridge, is the metro’s newest icon. The urban bridge will be home to live music, dining, coffee shops, bars and paths for biking and hiking. Visitors may walk or bike the trail to the bridge and cross from one state to another. RockIslandKC.com

Pennway Point is changing Kansas City’s skyline with a new urban playground.

Right in the heart of Kansas City, the new Pennway Point 6-acre family-friendly entertainment and experiential district boasts a 50-meter-tall Ferris wheel with heated and cooled gondolas, miniature golf, two stages for live performances, a winter outdoor ice-skating rink, outdoor volleyball and many great eateries. A fan favorite will be Neon Alley, showcasing neon signs from vintage Kansas City businesses including the beloved Katz drugs. The unique family-

friendly entertainment district will support local creativity and fun like never before. Pennway Point promises to be unexpected, interesting, creative and always new. While reclaiming the city’s past and celebrating its future, this will be a unique fun place to gather and celebrate community. Walkable access will connect Pennway Point to Union Station and the Crossroads via a proposed future Greenline trailhead. This new gathering place is a vibrant addition to Downtown KC. PennwayPoint.com

Rock Island Bridge

Pennway Point

The first stadium for a women’s professional sports team, CPKC hosted Kansas City Current’s first home game in March.

On the east end of Berkley Riverfront Park, Kansas City Current, our professional women’s soccer team, is now home in a brand new 11,500-seat CPKC stadium this year. The 17-acre Berkley Riverfront Park is a gem of Downtown Kansas City along the Missouri River, and the new stadium is now the crown jewel—one that sets the record for first stadium for a women’s professional sports team! A new outdoor gathering space outside the stadium, known as CPKC Plaza, will feature a fan store, eateries and places to meet up. By 2025, the KC Streetcar route will extend from Downtown KC to Berkley Riverfront Park, connecting the city. CPKCStadium.com

Take the family to visit Daniel Tiger’s Neighborhood: A Grr-ific Exhibit.

May 25-Sept. 2, step into Daniel Tiger’s Neighborhood at Crown Center’s newest free exhibit. Discover where Daniel and his friends help young children navigate their world and parents guide their journey. Play, sing, explore and pretend in some favorite and familiar places from the Neighborhood. Try a fun activity, share a memory and create grr-ific new ones on this beautiful day! Daniel Tiger’s Neighborhood brings the wisdom and life lessons of Fred Rogers to a new generation. CrownCenter.com

Midwest Trust Center offers many family-friendly shows in 2024.

“We have a great season lined up including a new production by StoneLion Puppet Theatre,” says Kara Armstrong, arts education program director at MTC. “We are also thrilled to continue our free concert series, Kids Jam. The Midwest Trust Center is proud to provide engaging performances and activities for our youngest audience members.” Puppet shows, acrobats, live music and Alice: Dreaming of Wonderland are a few of the must-see shows this year. JCCC.edu/midwest-trust-center

Kristina Light writes about the best of Kansas City for families all year long on KCParent.com.

Daniel Tiger’s Neighborhood: A Grr-ific Exhibit

Alice: Dreaming of Wonderland at Midwest Trust Center

CPKC Stadium

Photo courtesy of KC Current

FOUR SEASONS OF FUN IN KC

CITY OF FOUNTAINS

Spring

Kansas Citians know that we are the City of Fountains, but you may not know that our first fountains were not for ornamental purposes. They were rather utilitarian, providing water for horses, dogs and birds. The city’s first fountain, at Fourth & Minnesota, was built for just that purpose. It featured a large pedestal and a granite basin, and the water spewed from the mouths of lions into a taller bowl where people could get clean water as well. Since that time, it is said we have added more fountains than Rome boasts. Find a map to local fountains at KCFountains.com.

FARMERS MARKETS

Kansas City is home to more than 30 farmers markets. They range from small markets selling exclusively organic produce to the City Market in Kansas City, Missouri, with more than 140 local vendors. You can purchase fruits, vegetables, plants, herbs, homemade soaps, baked goods and even live animals. If you are new to the world of the farmers market, our simple guide will get you started—check out the Farmers Market Guide on KC Parent.com.

BARBECUE

You know it’s spring in Kansas City when the aroma of barbecue fills the air. It’s hard to resist the temptation to pick up ribs at Fareway Meat Market when driving along Ward Parkway (other locations too), or make a weekend stop at one of our favorite barbecue joints. Enjoying barbecue is part of our city’s heritage. In 1908, Kansas City’s “king of barbecue,” Henry Perry, sold a slab of pork ribs for 25 cents in the 18th & Vine neighborhood. Since that time, our city has created

an art form, developing the best sauces and smoking the tastiest meats in the United States. According to the Kansas City Barbecue Society, we have more barbecue restaurants per capita than any other city in the nation. Find your guide to the best barbecue in town on KCParent.com.

BASEBALL

Since 1969, Kansas Citians have been cheering the boys in blue who’ve won two World Series championships. You also can catch a game with the Kansas City Monarchs, part of the American Association of Baseball, now at home in Kansas City, Kansas. The team formerly known as the T-Bones rebranded in a partnership with the Negro Leagues Baseball Museum and now celebrates part of Kansas City’s rich baseball history.

RIDE A ROLLER COASTER

Worlds of Fun in Kansas City, Missouri, opens for the season on May 4. The theme park is home to eight world-class roller coasters, including one of the tallest, longest and fastest roller coasters in the world. This thriller is the Mamba and boasts a first drop of 205 feet! New last year, the Zambezi Zinger, one of the park’s original rides, made a comeback as a reimagined wooden coaster. The Patriot is a giant coaster with four inversions and carries riders at a top speed of 65 mph. Enjoy a thrill as the entire family rides together on the Spinning Dragons, where the cars freely rotate as they speed along the track. Young children will enjoy Planet Snoopy with great rides for little ones. Worlds of Fun boasts dozens of other thrill rides and attractions for guests of all ages.

Worlds of Fun

WILD WATER FUN

Splash into summer fun at Kansas City’s premier outdoor water park. With waves from mild to wild, Oceans of Fun in Kansas City, Missouri, offers amazing fun for everyone in the family. Extreme waterslides appeal to thrill-seekers, and kiddos love the pint-sized slides, geysers and fountains at Crocodile Isle. Float along on the Caribbean Cooler lazy river and catch some waves at fan favorite Surf City Wave Pool. One of the newest attractions is Riptide Raceway, the world’s longest mat racing waterslide. From five stories high, racers speed down 486 feet in enclosed, winding tubes and around a 360-degree loop before an epic splashdown finish. Visitors to Oceans of Fun enjoy Worlds of Fun admission for the price of one ticket.

SUMMER FESTIVALS

From trendy boutique shopping to old-fashioned county fairs, ethnic festivals with delicious delicacies and local barbecue festivals ... the metro area offers something for everyone. Some of our favorites include Celebration at the Station, Great Balloon Glow, Strawberry Festival, Festival of Butterflies, Waterfire, Old Shawnee Days, KC Nights at Worlds of Fun, Great Lenexa BBQ Battle, Jazzoo, Independence Day festivals, Missouri State Fair, Ethnic Enrichment Festival and more. Find them all in our Festival Guide on KCParent.com.

ANIMAL ADVENTURES

The newest attraction at the Kansas City Zoo & Aquarium is the world-class Sobela Aquarium with thousands of animals including Tortellini, the sea turtle. You’ll also see sharks, stingrays, octopus, shrimp, lobsters and thousands of fish.

During your visit, be sure to ride the African Sky Safari, a ski-lift styled ride above Africa offering great views of the animals. Hop aboard the train, boat and carousel for even more fun. The Elephant Expedition, camel feeding station, Discovery Barn, Australia exhibit, Helzberg Penguin Plaza and Polar Bear Passage are just a few of our favorite attractions at the zoo. Deanna Rose Children’s Farmstead is another favorite outdoor attraction. The combination petting zoo and farm offers fantastic educational attractions for the family. Pony rides, wagon rides, miniature tractors, an old-fashioned school, mining camp, gardens and farm animals are just part of the fun.

SPEND A LAZY DAY AT THE LAKE

Summertime at the lake—there’s not a more quintessential way to savor the season. Lake Olathe in Kansas is one of our favorite local lakes and boasts a beautiful swim beach and inflatable aqua park. For landlocked Midwesterners, it’s great to have a place where you can build sandcastles, swim with the family and jump into the water from a giant floating playground. Lake Olathe Park visitors can rent canoes, kayaks, paddle boards and pedal boats at the marina. The upper lawn at the lake is surrounded by landscaping and a small stream with a water feature that flows into a waterfall before ending in a pond. A creek leading from the pond wraps around the kid-friendly sprayground before flowing into the lake. Search “Beaches and Boating” on KCParent. com for a complete guide to local lakes.

Summer

Missouri State Fair

APPLE PICKING

Autumn and apples … the two go hand in hand, and this fall you can create family memories as you pick apples at a local orchard. Check out one of our top three favorite Missouri apple orchards: Historic Weston Orchard & Vineyard, the Fun Farm in Kearney and Johnson Farms Plants & Pumpkins in Belton. The Fun Farm is home to a variety of animals, including miniature horses. Their Keebler Village playground features terrific tree houses kids love to explore, and the farm offers jumping pillows and other attractions to enjoy, including a train ride. Historic Weston Orchard & Vineyard takes families on hayrides and offers jumping pillows, a petting zoo and a variety of fun play spaces and fabulous photo ops. Johnson Farms Plants & Pumpkins is a beautiful agritourism site with a nice orchard and tons of fun during pumpkin season. Their pig races, goat play yard, petting zoo and variety of play spaces are always favorites with the kids.

PUMPKINS

Pumpkin patches in the metro offer many wonderful family attractions. Corn mazes, trains, play spaces, hayrides, corn cribs, carousels, zip lines, rides, concerts, ponies and pumpkins are just a few of the enticements Kansas City’s pumpkin patches have to offer visitors. In addition to the farms listed for apple picking, we also love Carolyn’s Pumpkin Patch in Liberty, Missouri, and Louisburg Cider Mill’s pumpkin patches in Louisburg, Kansas. Carolyn’s is one of the biggest patches in the metro and enjoyed by generations of families. Their famous pumpkin donuts, fabulous petting zoo, jumping

Fall

pillows, train, pig races, carousel and fall fun play spaces create a carnival atmosphere the entire family loves. Check out the KC Pumpkin Patch Guide on KCParent.com to discover the best patches in town.

HOOTS AND HOWLS AT THE ZOO

We love visiting the Kansas City Zoo & Aquarium on a fall day when the air is crisp and the animals are playful. The first four weekends in October at the Kansas City Zoo are filled with zoo spooky fun that includes the annual Hoots and Howls weekend, as well as Boo at the Zoo on Halloween weekend. Come in costume and celebrate with the entire family. Enjoy fall decorations, enrichment for the animals and fun for all. Visit KansasCityZoo.org for information.

FALL FESTIVALS

Autumn means fall festivals in Kansas City. Enjoy food, crafts, rides, barbecue and more. Some of our favorites include Lenexa’s Spinach Festival in Lenexa, Kansas; Missouri Town Living History Museum’s Fall Festival of Arts, Crafts & Music in Lee’s Summit, Missouri; the American Royal World Series of Barbecue in Kansas City, Missouri; Shawnee Town 1929’s Arts & Crafts Fair & Fall Festival in Kansas; Kansas City Zoo Run in Kansas City, Missouri; the Great Pumpkin Fest at Worlds of Fun in Kansas City, Missouri; the Plaza Art Fair in KCMO; Louisburg Ciderfest in Kansas; Lee’s Summit Oktoberfest; Kaw Valley Farm Tour in Kansas; Weston Applefest in Missouri; Miami County, Kansas, Fall Farm Tour; and the Enchanted Forest at Sar-Ko-Par Trails Park in Lenexa, Kansas. Find these and more in our Festival Guide on KCParent.com.

Louisburg

Cider Mill

ICE-SKATING

Winter

Enjoy skating at one of Kansas City’s outdoor rinks. The Crown Center Ice Terrace (2425 Grand Blvd., Kansas City, Mo., 816.274.8411) is located in the heart of downtown. Enjoy an entire day of shopping and dining there at Crown Center, or treat the kids to Legoland or Sea Life Aquarium. During the holidays, take in the view of the mayor’s Christmas tree lit in holiday splendor. The Rink at Zona Rosa (8731 N. Stoddard Ave., Kansas City, Mo., 816.208.3690) is the Northland’s newest ice rink. Zona Rosa is one of the city’s premier shopping destinations. Additional outdoor rinks: Summit Ice, 120 NE Chipman Rd., Lee’s Summit, Mo., 816.249.2600. Linden Square Ice Rink, 602 NE 70th St., Gladstone, Mo., 816.423.4200. The Ice at Park Place, 11549 Ash St., Leawood, Kan., 913.663.2070. The Rink at T.B. Hanna Station, 214 S. Washington St., Raymore, Mo.

CHRISTMAS LIGHTS

Kansas City sparkles in holiday splendor with magnificent displays across the metro. Here are some of our favorites: Enchant Christmas (1800 Village West Pkwy., Kansas City, Kan., EnchantChristmas.com) features a giant walk-through holiday light maze and ice-skating trail. The mayor’s Christmas tree at Crown Center Square (2450 Grand Blvd., Kansas City, Mo., CrownCenter.com) towers 100 feet high and is adorned with 7,200 lights. Christmas in the Park at Longview Lake Park (I-470 & View High Drive, Kansas City, Mo., 816.503.4800) features more than 500,000 lights, 175

animated figures and splashes of Christmas color, making an enchanting drive-thru winter wonderland. Legendary Christmas at Legends Outlets Kansas City (1843 Village West Pkwy., Kansas City, Kan., LegendsShopping.com) is a unique lighting display on a 45-foot holiday tree created by a world-renowned, technology-driven holiday lights team, all synchronized to music. Winter Magic in North Kansas City is an amazing drive-thru experience along historic Cliff Drive. The Country Club Plaza holiday lights (Info Center: 4745 Central, Kansas City, Mo., CountryClubPlaza.com) enchants with more than 80 miles of illuminated strings of bulbs. Find even more displays using our guide to the Best Christmas Lights in KC on KCParent.com.

LIVING HISTORY

The Mahaffie Stagecoach Stop & Farm in Olathe, Kansas, is one of our favorite local history sites. The staff and volunteers bring history to life with annual events celebrating Christmas and teaching families how early pioneers survived winter. On snowy days, take a horse-drawn sleigh ride!

HIT THE SLOPES

Head to Weston, Missouri, for skiing and snowboarding at Snow Creek, a Midwestern ski resort (816.640.2200). Early winter, the facility offers snow skiing, snowboarding and snow tubing, as well as lessons for beginners. The most daring experience at Snow Creek is tubing at Tornado Alley. Slide down a 700-foot-long slope and then jump onto a special conveyor carpet “twister” for a ride back up!

Crown Center

ADVENTURES IN KANSAS CITY

Are you someone who loves to always be moving? Would you rather ride the tallest waterslide than relax in the hot tub? If you, like I, love excitement and adventure, read on. You’ll find lots of fun and thrills to be had in the KC metro.

Go Ape

Go Ape is a zip line adventure park in Kansas City, Missouri. As well as zip-lining, Go Ape features ropes courses through the trees and axethrowing. You’ll traverse obstacles like nets, bridges and what they call the “Tarzan swing.” You’ll finish the course with a zip line ride back to the ground. The Treetop Adventure is the biggest course, with a maximum height of 45 feet and the longest zip line at 475 feet. Go Ape also has smaller, more introductory-level courses. Learn more here: GoApe.com.

Worlds of Fun/Oceans of Fun

Amusement parks and water parks are great for thrill-seekers, and Kansas City, Missouri, has both. At Worlds of Fun, you can hit a high speed of 75 mph on the Mamba, soar 300 feet in the air on the SteelHawk or defy gravity by spinning upside down in a full circle on the Zulu. Oceans of Fun, the adjacent water park, has more thrill rides, like the Constrictor. The Predator’s Plunge takes it a step further, with a near-vertical drop from the aqua-launch to start the slide. Learn more here: WorldsofFun.com.

RoKC

If you prefer to be in control for a hands-on adventure, RoKC has you covered. RoKC is a rock-climbing gym with a few different locations around the KC metro: one in Olathe, Kansas, and two in Kansas City, Missouri. At RoKC, there are multiple ways to climb. You can scale up to 50 feet high on the autobelaying walls, or just dip your toes into the experience and try the bouldering walls, which are much shorter and don’t require a harness. Learn more here: ClimbKC.com.

Snow Creek

Snow Creek in Weston, Missouri, is the place for winter lovers, sports fans or anyone who wants to try something new and exciting. They offer snowboarding

and skiing lessons at different skill levels and snow tubing fun for all ages. If you already know how to ski or snowboard and just need a place to practice, you’ll find many hills of varying heights for you to show off your skills. Learn more here: SkiSnowCreek.com.

Blade and Timber

Test your strength and get a rush of adrenaline with each throw at Blade and Timber, an axe-throwing place with three locations around Kansas City. You or your group will have a coach to train you on the proper technique, and you’ll also find a menu of food and drinks to enjoy while you play. If you get bored playing the regular way, check out the game book that gives you more ideas. Learn more here: BladeAndTimber.com.

Go Ape Treetop Adventure

iFly

As the name implies, at iFly Kansas City, you will feel like you’re flying. iFly is an indoor skydiving simulator. You’ll float in an air chamber while gusts of air make you feel like you’re soaring through the sky. Any age, ability and experience level can have fun at iFly, since your flight instructor will teach you everything you need to know. They offer a few different flight packages for both individuals and groups. Learn more here: iFlyWorld.com.

Motus Ninjas

If you ever dreamed of being on American Ninja Warrior, Motus Ninjas is the place for you. With locations in Lee’s Summit, Missouri, and Overland Park, Kansas, they offer ninja classes for both kids and adults, where you can learn to navigate a lot of different obstacles. With enough training, you can even compete in ninja competitions. If you don’t want training but still want to challenge yourself on the obstacles, Motus Ninjas also has open gym sessions. Learn more here: MotusNinjas.com.

Rush FunPlex

Rush FunPlex has it all! It has an arcade, mini golf, bumper cars, rock climbing, a foam pit, laser tag and more. There are two locations around KC: one in Kansas City, Missouri, and one in Shawnee, Kansas. You can purchase activity passes to enjoy everything except the arcade or pay for only one activity (mini golf or bowling). Arcade cards/credits are sold separately. Rush FunPlex is also a great spot for birthday parties.

Lyra Thompson is a local Kansas City teen who loves roller coasters, excitement and challenging herself.

iFly Indoor Skydiving Simulator

RoKC Rock-Climbing Gym

FUN PLACES TO EAT IN KANSAS CITY

If you like to have a little fun with your food, check out these places in KC that will bring a smile to your face.

One of the newest restaurants in the Kansas City area is Kura Revolving Sushi Bar. The restaurant on the Country Club Plaza features sushi that comes to you on a conveyor belt. For every 15 sushi plates your table consumes, you will receive a prize. If anything you want doesn’t come by soon enough, you can order it on the monitor at your table, along with drinks, soup and ramen, and it will be delivered via another separate conveyor belt or by your server or a robot.

Sakura Japanese Sushi, with locations in Shawnee and Olathe in Kansas, is a no-frills restaurant offering traditional table service, hibachi and— the most fun part—a sushi train. It’s like Fritz’s for grown-ups! For the sushi part, you sit at a bar around the outside of an oval sushi prep area and wait for

the train to come by with something yummy. In addition to sushi, once in a while you’ll see a piece of cheesecake come by. Don’t be shy!

Speaking of Fritz’s, if you have kids in tow, this is the place to go! It’s an old-fashioned diner with burgers and other classic diner food cooked to order. The fun part is that all meals are delivered by train, straight to your table. Their best-known location, open for nearly 25 years now, is at Crown Center in the heart of Kansas City, Missouri. But they also have locations on the Kansas side in Shawnee and Kansas City.

If you are looking for a real treat and it is summertime, run—do not walk—directly to Jasper’s Italian Restaurant in South Kansas City, Missouri. For a few months in the summer, you can enjoy the chef’s highly acclaimed mozzarella theater, which is only done when fresh,

local, heirloom tomatoes are available. And whatever you do, don’t pass up the amazing, multilevel dessert cart.

If you need some dessert, how about ice cream made with nitrogen? Kansas City has just the place. Foggi Ice Cream, located in Mission, Kansas, offers it made fresh to order. (They also sell boba teas and coffee.) Ice cream made with nitrogen differs from traditional ice cream—it’s very cold and has a different texture, and watching the process of its being made is a lot of fun. Combined with the liquid nitrogen, your base goes from a liquid to a solid in about 45 seconds! For an extra fun time while you are there, Foggi has retro video games, board games and toys for the kids.

Hannah Berry is a local writer and foodie.

Kura Revolving Sushi Bar

SHOPPING LOCAL IN KANSAS CITY

KC is home to many delightful things—including a football team with back-to-back Super Bowl wins—and you won’t be disappointed when it comes to fun, eclectic, local shops either.

Made in KC

Get the full KC vibe when you stop into this shop brimming with local goodies! With approximately 10 locations in the metro, at least one location is bound to be close so you can shop all things KC—but if not, their online storefront will do the trick too! Made in KC boasts a plethora of unique and fun items, including puzzles, ornaments, books, decor, apparel and even locally made skincare items—plus much more.

Westside Storey

Located downtown, just west of I-35 at 17th & Summit, this hip, urban shop is home to more than 50 local artists

and companies … all KC-themed of course! Westside Storey has a variety of clothing items, including vintage Chiefs apparel. You may remember hearing them featured in the news just a few short months ago as Taylor Swift was seen at a Chiefs game sporting a sweatshirt from the store!

Velvet Creme Popcorn

For a different KC trademark, stop into Velvet Creme Popcorn, located just a few blocks west of 47th & Rainbow Boulevard in Westwood, Kansas. This third- and fourth-generation family-owned and operated business has been serving up yummy popcorn since 1937. Their flavors, including options like cinnamon, chili cheese and habanero, come packaged a variety of ways, from a decorative tin, to snack bags, to refills, to popcorn balls and lollipops.

Shop Local KC

Three locations around the area offer convenient pickup and delivery options, as well as online ordering. The shop features more than 300 local artisans selling stickers, notepads, dish towels, candles, hair accessories, chocolates and many more options. Each handmade item is created right here in KC!

Painted Tree Boutique

Located in Overland Park, Kansas, this large shop is home to various local vendors and boutiques. While there are plenty of home decor, clothing and jewelry options to choose from, you’ll also find several boutiques carrying cool KC-themed items too, such as earrings, signs, keychains, glassware, stickers, notecards and so on.

Julie Collett loves supporting local businesses in Kansas City.

Painted Tree Boutique

seasonal sojourns

tips for traveling to kc all year

Springtime Serenity

Summer Sun and Barbecue Fun

As summer rolls around, so do the city’s iconic barbecue festivals. Be sure to pack your appetite and some stretchy pants, as Kansas City’s barbecue scene is legendary. The weather is warm, with temperatures soaring between 80 and 90 degrees (27 to 32 C). Sunscreen, sunglasses and a water bottle are your best companions for outdoor activities, whether you’re strolling through the Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art’s sculpture garden or catching a baseball game at Kauffman Stadium.

Fall Foliage and Football Fever

Autumn paints Kansas City in warm hues, making it the perfect time for a leisurely stroll through the Country Club Plaza. The weather is crisp, ranging from 40 to 70 degrees (4 to 21 C), so pack a mix of sweaters, light jackets and comfy jeans. Pumpkin patches and apple orchards abound in the Kansas City metro area, and each weekend is sure to boast numerous fall festivals. If you’re a football fan, catching a Kansas City Chiefs game at Arrowhead Stadium is a must. Throw in a Chiefs jersey, and you’ll fit right in with the sea of red-clad fans.

Winter Wonderland and Festive Lights

Embrace the winter chill with a walk through the dazzling Country Club Plaza lights. Head downtown to Crown Center to enjoy the mayor’s Christmas tree and magical outdoor ice-skating. Bundle up with a warm coat, hat, gloves and boots, as temperatures can drop to 20 to 40 degrees (-6 to 4 C). Don’t let the cold deter you; cozy up with some hot cocoa from one of the city’s charming cafes and explore the holiday markets for unique gifts.

Spring in Kansas City is a breath of fresh air. The city comes alive with blossoming trees, and you won’t want to miss the stunning display of vibrant flowers at the Kansas City Zoo & Aquarium or Loose Park, both in Kansas City, Missouri.

Pack light layers to accommodate fluctuating temperatures and don’t forget your umbrella for the occasional spring shower. With average temperatures ranging from 50 to 70 degrees (10 to 21 C), the weather makes exploring the city’s numerous parks and gardens a delight—comfortable sneakers are a must!

Joy Oufnac, a travel specialist with 3D Travel Company, loves planning and embarking on family adventures!

Kansas City Metropolitan Area

Kansas City Metropolitan Area

CREATIVE PLACES

LEGEND: FREE

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KC – Kansas City

OP – Overland Park

Indep – Independence

Grid location (C2, D3) refers to map on pg. 29.

Note: Remember to call ahead for current hours and directions for each facility.

GO CREATE

Paint, Sew and Make

ADHDIY Craft Cafe

1501 W. 12th St., KC, MO

$$ C3

ADHDIYCraftCafe.com

Space for exploring activities, learning new crafts and developing new hobbies.

A Touch of Creativity Art Studio

12904 W. 87th St. Pkwy., OP, KS

913.609.5057 $$ B3

Facebook.com/aTouchoFun

Painting and art classes for all ages.

AR Workshop

111 NE 91st St., KC, MO

816.837.0727 $$ C2

ARWorkshop.com

Boutique DIY workshop offers hands-on classes to create charming and custom decor, wood signs, canvas pillows and more.

Board & Brush Creative Studio

13970 Santa Fe Trail Dr. Lenexa, KS

913.298.9570 $$ A4

BoardAndBrush.com/Lenexa DIY workshop for creating unique and personalized wood decor projects from scratch.

Brookside Ceramics

329 E. Gregory Blvd., Ste. A KC, MO

816.522.7729 $ C4

BrooksideCeramics.com

Create an original piece of artwork to take home or share as a gift for a loved one.

Build-A-Bear Workshop

Oak Park Mall: 11465 W. 95th St., OP, KS 913.307.0328 B3

Zona Rosa: 8660 N. Dixon Ave. KC, MO

816.587.6515 B2

Indep Center: 2095 Independence Ctr. Dr. Indep, MO

816.795.5266 D3

BuildABear.com

Make your own stuffed animal at Build-A-Bear!

Ceramic Cafe

9510 Nall, OP, KS

913.383.0222 $ B5

CeramicCafeKC.com

Ceramic Cafe is a paint-yourown pottery and glass fusing studio welcoming all ages.

Creative Art Glass Station

1900 S. Broadway Oak Grove, MO

816.525.8088 $$ D4

StainedGlassTeacher.com

Stained glass and glass fusing classes.

Creative Culture KC

207 Westport Rd., KC, MO

816.569.3445 $$ C3

5235 W. 116th Pl., Leawood, KS 913.400.3078 $$ B5

CreativeCultureDIY.com

A hands-on creative experience featuring workshops from local artisans, drop-in projects, private parties and gifts.

Driftwood Ceramics

1827 Buchanan St. North KC, MO

816.841.2925 $ D2

DriftwoodCeramics.com

Offers a wide variety of classes and provides an open studio for artists.

Embers Candle Bar

315 SE Douglas St. Lee’s Summit, MO

816.719.3911 $ D4

EmbersCandleBar.com

Embers Candle Bar is a pouryour-own fragrance and candle experience. Define your fragrance.

Expressive

500 Armour Rd. North KC, MO

816.919.1502 $ D2

ExpressiveArts.Studio

Exploration in art and music offering lessons, classes, parties and more!

Kaleidoscope

• CREATIVE PLACES • CREATIVE PLACES •

The Fabric Chic

170 English Landing Dr., Ste. 111 Parkville, MO

816.982.9191 $$ B2

TheFabricChic.com

An eclectic mix of fabrics and threads as well as classes.

Grapes & Paints

7175 W. 96th St., OP, KS

913.314.2650 $$ B5

GrapesAndPaints.com

A social BYOB painting studio.

Hammer and Stain

7968 W. 151st St., OP, KS

913.735.4542 $$ B5

HammerAndStainKC.com

Instructor-guided DIY workshops help you turn a blank project into a one-of-a-kind masterpiece.

Happy Trees Painting Co.

1219 Union Ave., KC, MO

816.616.9905 $$ B3

HappyTreesPainting.com

Parties, paints and drinks.

Clay County,

Harper’s Fabrics & Quilt Co.

7918 Santa Fe Dr., OP, KS

913.648.2739 $$ B5

HarpersFabricAndQuilt.com

Quilting and sewing classes at local shop.

Hawaii Fluid Art Kansas City

7270 NW 86th Pl., KC, MO

800.463.3793 $$ B2

HawaiiFluidArt.com

Art classes to create a beautiful piece of fluid art!

Hook Gallery

1409B Westport Rd., KC, MO

816.531.4665 $$ C3

HookGallery.com

A one-of-a-kind masterpiece made by you.

Kaleidoscope

2500 Grand Blvd., KC, MO 816.274.8301 Free C3

HallmarkKaleidoscope.com

Children create their own unique works of art.

KC Clay Guild

200 W. 74th St., KC, MO

816.363.1373 $ C4

KCClayGuild.org

Make your own pottery.

Kreeayt

710 W. Main St., Suite E Blue Springs, MO

816.888.0052 $$ D3

Kreeayt.com

Art studio offering classes for all ages.

Lost Arts Courses

4 E. Franklin St. Liberty, MO

816.368.1252 $$ D1

LostArtsCourses.com

Lost Arts provides live courses in an array of art forms.

The Makery KC

1331 Union Ave., KC, MO 913.742.3092 $$ C3

Facebook.com/TheMakeryKC DIY craft classes are offered.

MOD Gallery

1809 McGee St., KC, MO 913.530.2897 $$ C3

BoomMod.com

Fun night out painting classes.

Orange Easel School of Art

249 W. Mill, #107 Liberty, MO

816.407.9266 $$ C2

7617 NW Prairie View Rd. KC, MO

816.216.7126 $$ B2

OrangeEaselArt.com

Children’s art studio dedicated to teaching art in a way that is engaging, relevant and ageappropriate.

Paint, Glaze & Fire

12683 Metcalf Ave. OP, KS

913.661.2529 $ B5

PaintGlazeAndFire.net

Paint your own pottery, make your own mosaics or enjoy the coffeehouse.

m Tulip Festival

Shops at the Village of Briarcliff

Worlds of Fun

Paradise Point Golf Course at Smithville Lake

• CREATIVE PLACES • CREATIVE PLACES •

Weston Orchard & Vineyard

Wee Create

5311 Johnson Dr., Mission, KS 913.721.7477 $$ B3

WeeCreateKC.com

An art space created with the smallest artists in mind.

Wine & Design

6058 NW 63rd Ter., KC, MO

816.944.0644 $$ C2

WineAndDesign.com

Painting parties and classes.

Zoelee’s Fabrics & Sewing School

1329 NE Deer Valley Dr. Lee’s Summit, MO

816.524.7217 $$ D4 Zoelees.com

Green Dirt Farm

1099 Welt St. Weston, MO

816.386.2156 Free A1

GreenDirtFarm.com

Tour the farm.

Historic Weston Orchard & Vineyard

18545 Co. Rd. H Weston, MO

816.640.4013 $ A1 OrchardWeston.com

Enjoy a u-pick farm with apples, cherries and pumpkins.

Louisburg Cider Mill

14730 KS 68 Hwy. Louisburg, KS

Pieces of My Art

16224 NE 185th St., Holt, MO

816.716.4448 $$ D1

PiecesOfMyArtKC.com

Step-by-step painting classes are offered.

Pinot’s Palette

4817 W. 117th St., Leawood, KS

913.451.7466 $$ B5

11945 S. Strang Line Rd. Olathe, KS

913.732.3768 $$ A5

4165 N. Mulberry Dr., KC, MO

816.492.3772 $$ C2

483 NE Coronado Dr. Blue Springs, MO

816.598.0598 $$ D3

PinotsPalette.com

An upscale “paint and sip” studio.

The Potter’s Cottage

6210 NW Barry Rd., KC, MO

816.945.7798 $ B2

PottersCottageKC.com

Art studio where individuals of all ages can participate in classes and special events.

Potter’s Haven Art Studio

292 SW Blue Pkwy. Lee’s Summit, MO

816.525.9323 $ D4

PottersHavenArtStudio.com

Paint-your-own pottery shop.

Public Glass Works

Kansas City

13419 W. 80th Ter., Lenexa, KS

816.898.9003 $$ B4

PublicGlassWorksKC.com

Take a class to work with glass. Learn to make marbles or beads as an intro to melting glass.

Scraps KC

3269 Roanoke Rd. KC, MO

816.522.4305 $ C3

ScrapsKC.org

Shop the store of unusual items ready for reuse or sign up for a class.

The Studio Knitting & Needlepoint

9555 Nall Ave., OP, KS

816.531.4466 $$ B5

TheStudioKC.com

Knitting and needlepoint classes and workshops for every skill level.

Sunfire Ceramics

1002 New Hampshire St. Lawrence, KS

785.749.2828 $ A3

SunfireCeramics.com

A locally owned pottery painting and glass fusing shop.

Tipsy Red Fox

4915 NW Gateway Ave., Apt 12 Riverside, MO

816.937.7074 $$ C3

TheTipsyRedFox.com

A BYOB painting studio.

Unwind Fiber Arts

207 SE 3rd St.

Lee’s Summit, MO

816.927.5676 $ D4

UnwindFiberArts.com

A yarn boutique featuring handdyed and luxury yarn and fiber arts classes.

Classes make sewing fun for any age.

GO EXPERIENCE FOOD

Learn to Cook and Watch As Food Is Made

Chip’s Chocolate Factory

Crown Center: 2450 Grand Blvd., Ste. 239 KC, MO

816.421.0012 Free C3 ChipsChocolateFactory.com

Visit the shop and factory where KC’s very own KC Fudge was developed more than 30 years ago.

Culinary Center of Kansas City

7920 Santa Fe Dr., OP, KS 913.341.4455 $$ B5 KCCulinary.com

More than 600 cooking classes offered all year long.

Dream Dinners

6517 W. 119th St., OP, KS 913.491.6733 $$ B5 DreamDinners.com

Dream Dinners brings easy, prepped dinners to families.

Fun Farm Pumpkin Patch

650 N. Jefferson St. Kearney, MO

816.628.0028 $ D1

FunFarmPumpkinPatch.com

Experience seasonal strawberry picking, pumpkin patch and farm activities for the whole family.

913.285.5300 $ B5

LouisburgCiderMill.com

Watch apples being pressed into cider in the 120-year-old barn.

The Roasterie Inc.

1204 W. 27th St., KC, MO

816.931.4000 $ C3

TheRoasterie.com

Tour the coffee company.

Shatto Dairy Farm

9406 N. Hwy. 33 Osborn, MO

816.930.3862 $ D1

ShattoMilk.com

Tour the dairy farm.

Taste Buds Kitchen

5336 W. 151st St. Leawood, KS

913.257.5667 $$ B5

TasteBudsKitchen.com

Top culinary entertainment experience for kids, families and adults.

Thyme for Everything

229B SE Main St., Ste. B Lee’s Summit, MO

816.554.3755 $$ D4

AThymeForEverything.com

Cooking classes taught by local chefs.

Young Chef’s Academy

10082 Woodland Rd. Lenexa, KS

913.764.0077 $ B4

YoungChefsAcademy.com

Cooking classes offered for kids.

GO TO AN ART MUSEUM

Museums Celebrate the Arts

American Jazz Museum

1616 E. 18th St., KC, MO

816.474.8463 $ C3

AmericanJazzMuseum.org

Learn about the history of jazz through fun, interactive exhibits perfect for kids.

Belger Arts Center

2100 Walnut St., KC, MO

816.474.7316 Free C3

BelgerArts.com

The Belger Arts Center houses a fine art collection and exhibitions. Also workshops in clay and glass.

Crossroads Art District

Various Galleries in Downtown KC, MO Free C3

KCCrossroads.org

Offers more than 100 art galleries, plus tour for free the first Friday evening of each month.

Epsten Gallery

5500 W. 123rd St., Leawood, KS

913.266.8414 Free B5

EpstenGallery.org

Innovative art exhibitions and related programming to engage the community through art.

Hallmark Visitors Center

2450 Grand Blvd., KC, MO

816.274.3613 Free C3

HallmarkVisitorsCenter.com

Discover the story of Hallmark through interactive displays and fascinating exhibits.

KC Strings

5842 Merriam Dr., Merriam, KS

913.677.0400 $ B4

KCStrings.com

Group tours of the stringed instrument shop.

Kemper Museum of Contemporary Art

4420 Warwick Blvd., KC, MO

816.753.5784 Free C3

KemperArt.org

This art gallery features free modern art exhibits.

Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art

4525 Oak St., KC, MO 816.751.1278 Free C3

Nelson-Atkins.org

The museum provides access to everyone to enjoy and contemplate artistic creations from 5,000 years ago to present day from all over the world.

Nerman Museum of Contemporary Art

12345 College Blvd., OP, KS 913.469.3000 Free B5

NermanMuseum.org

This 41,000-square-foot museum is the largest contemporary art museum in the four-state region.

The Rabbit hOle

919 E. 14th Ave. North KC, MO 816.492.7915 B3

RabbitHoleKC.org

The Rabbit hOle is an immersive museum experience dedicated to children’s literature.

Stocksdale Art Gallery

252 William Jewell College Dr. Liberty, MO 816.415.7588 Free D1

Facebook.com/StocksdaleGallery

Regional and national artists are featured at William Jewell’s campus art gallery.

21c

Museum and Hotel

219 W. 9th St. KC, MO

816.443.4200 Free/$$ C3

21CMuseumHotels.com

Visit this free contemporary art gallery housed in a hotel. The museum is free; reservations at the hotel are not.

UMKC Gallery of Art

203 Fine Arts Building

5015 Holmes St. KC, MO 816.235.1502 Free C3 Info.UMKC.edu/gallery

The gallery features temporary exhibits on 20th century American and European art.

—The Raetz Family “ “

After a day full of tasty fair food, watching livestock shows, and catching the fun entertainment for kiddos, our family makes their way to the carnival, saving the best for last! Nothing beats seeing the night sky lit up by all of the carnival rides, and the kids' faces light up, too! When we reminisce on summer memories, these moments right here are what we remember.

FUN PLACES

LEGEND: FREE

$ (Under $50 for family of 4)

$$ (More than $50 for family of 4)

KC – Kansas City

OP – Overland Park

Indep – Independence

Grid location (C2, D3) refers to map on pg. 29.

Note: Remember to call ahead for current hours and directions for each facility.

GO PLAY

Amusement Parks, Arcades and Entertainment Centers

4D Gaming Lounge

6249 Blue Ridge Blvd. Raytown, MO

816.503.6000 $ C3

4DGamingLounge.net

Indoor arcade, video games and karaoke fun center.

Aaron’s Family Fun Center

17070 Aaron Ln., Belton, MO

816.322.0488 $ C5

AaronsFEC.com

Play outdoor miniature golf and enjoy indoor bowling, outdoor go-karts and volleyball.

Arcade Alley

316 SE Douglas St.

Lee’s Summit, MO

816.272.4246 $$ D4

ArcadeAlley.com

A fun ‘80s-’90s-style arcade bar.

BRKTHROUGH

6403 W. 135th St., OP, KS

913.948.5800 $$ B5

Brkthrough.com

Experience 30-plus unique, hightechnology game rooms.

Cardboard Corner Cafe

9240 Metcalf Ave., OP, KS

913.283.7081 $ B4

CardboardCornerKC.com

A place for great food and great games.

Chuck E. Cheese

9196 Skyview Ave. KC, MO

816.505.0902 $ D3

18701 E. 39th St. Indep, MO

816.254.63007 $ D3

10510 Metcalf Ln. OP, KS

913.648.4920 $ B4

15225 W. 134th St. Olathe, KS

913.390.0815 $ A5

ChuckECheese.com

Pizza, arcade games and indoor amusement rides.

Coffee Cade

361-A Legend Lane

Peculiar, MO

816.620.4648 $ C5

Facebook.com/CoffeeCadeMO

A full, coin-operated arcade and eatery with fresh baked goods and drinks.

Collector’s Cache

13354 College Blvd. Lenexa, KS

913.338.2273 $ B4

CollectorsCache.com

Collector’s Cache sells quality cards, toys and other various collectibles.

Legoland Discovery Center

• FUN PLACES • FUN PLACES • FUN PLACES

Cool Crest

10735 E. US Hwy. 40, Indep, MO

816.358.0088 $ D3

CoolCrest.com

Miniature golf, video games, go-karts and more!

Craft Putt

11440 W 135th St. OP, KS

913.229.4454 $$ B5

CraftPutt.com

An indoor mini golf taphouse.

Dave & Buster’s

The Legends at Village West:

1843 Village West Pkwy., KC, KS

913.981.6815 $ A3

6811 W. 135th St., OP, KS

913.249.3900 $ B5

DaveAndBusters.com

Arcade games, shuffleboard and billiards.

Double Tap KC

310 Oak St., KC, MO

816.800.4001 $ C3

DoubleTapKC.com

A virtual reality arcade and pub.

Draftcade

7260 NW 87th St., KC, MO

816.759.3474 $$ B2

Draftcade.com

Arcade restaurant and bar for adults.

Drop Zone Paintball

1224 N. 1st Rd.

Overbrook, KS

785.841.1884 $ A3

DropZonePaintball.com

Outdoor paintball fields offer excitement.

FlipSwitch VR

2021 Washington St., Suite C KC, MO

816.492.7738 $$ B2

FlipSwitchVR.com

With state-of-the-art wireless technology and motion tracking, we take you inside the game where your body is the controller and your mind believes it’s real.

Game Cafe

107 W. Lexington Ave. Indep., MO

816.252.7529 $ D3

PlayGameCafe.com

Board games, card games, tabletop games, RPG and event halls.

Game Show Battle Rooms

10520 Metcalf OP, KS

913.350.1819 $$ B4

GameShowBattleRooms.com

Face off against your friends, family and coworkers in our custom game show arenas.

Geekery

12616 W. 62nd Ter. #117 Shawnee, KS

913.261.9694 $ B3

Geekery.biz

Tabletop game shop with free demos and play space.

High Performance Paintball

1500 Sandy Links Ln. Harrisonville, MO

816.868.5675 $ C5

HighPerformancePaintball.net

Outdoor paintball field with 10-plus acres and three varying paintball fields and terrain.

Howl-in-One Mini Golf

Great Wolf Lodge: 10401 Cabela Dr. KC, KS

913.299.7001 $ A3

GreatWolfLodge.com

Outdoor miniature golf.

Jaegers Paintball Park

9300 NE Underground Dr. KC, MO

816.452.6600 $ C2

Jaegers.com

Underground paintball field and laser tag is set in one of KC’s oldest limestone mines.

Where fun TAKES

• FUN PLACES • FUN PLACES • FUN PLACES •

KC Wheel

2485 Jefferson St., KC, MO

816.608.6918 $$ C3

KCWheel.com

The KC Wheel, a 150-foot observation wheel, offers guests unprecedented views of downtown Kansas City.

KingCade

11477 W 95th St., OP, KS

913.400.2500 $ B3

Arcade and gaming lounge.

Larks

1527 W. 9th St., KC, MO

202.234.7336 $$ C3

LarksKansasCity.com

A shuffleboard-themed bar and eatery. Also, enjoy The Larkade, a cutting-edge arcade where retro charm meets modern tech.

LevelUp Arena

1800 Genesee St. KC, MO

816.253.8636 $ C3

LevelUpArena.gg

LevelUp Arena is the only dedicated esports space in the Midwest.

Ludo’s Shuffleboard

325 E. 31st St., KC, MO

816.769.4335 $$ C3

LudosShuffleboard.com

Family-friendly venue with shuffleboard, arcade games, board games and card games, and a great space to socialize.

Main Event

11950 S. Kansas City Rd. Olathe, KS

913.768.4444 $-$$ A5

8081 NW Roanridge Rd., KC, MO

816.281.2020 $-$$ B2

4600 S. Cochise Ct. Indep, MO

816.350.1000 $-$$ D3

MainEvent.com

Bowling, billiards, laser tag, ropes obstacle course, video games and more.

Mission: Board Games

5606a Johnson Dr., Mission, KS

913.242.7970 $ B3

7751 NW Prairie View Rd., KC, MO

816.214.8554 $ B2

MissionBoardGames.com

Tabletop game store offering space to play and games for rent or purchase.

Parkville Mini Golf

7 W. 1st St., Parkville, MO

816.505.9555 $ B2

ParkvilleMiniGolf.com

Outdoor miniature golf course is set on the Missouri River bluffs.

Pawn & Pint

613 Walnut St., KC, MO 816.299.4773 $ C3

PawnsAndPints.com

A board game pub with a vast collection of games for every interest.

Peculiar Games & Hobbies

361 Legend Ln. C1

Peculiar MO

816.779.4263 $ C5

PeculiarGamesAndHobbies.com

Tabletop game store and venue for friends to gather and try games.

Pennway Putt

2485 Jefferson St., KC, MO

816.608.6918 $$ C3

KCWheel.com

Challenge friends and family to a little competition on our 16hole mini golf course filled with KC flair under the KC Wheel.

Power Play

509 NW Barry Rd., KC, MO

816.268.4386 $ C1

PowerPlayKC.com

Rides, laser tag, whirly ball, arcade games, bowling, go-karts and more.

Puttery

612 W. 47th St., KC, MO

816.710.0396 $$ C3

Puttery.com

Miniature golf course in Kansas City, Missouri

ReRoll Tavern

2368 Armour Rd., KC, MO

816.800.7501 $ B3

ReRollTavern.com

Board games, RPGs, drinks, bites and pop-ups.

Rock Island Bridge

1719 American Royal Dr. KC, MO FREE C3

RockIslandKC.com

Music, dining, coffee shops and bars, trailhead services and more. America’s first entertainment district on a bridge opening summer 2024.

Rush Funplex

309 NE Englewood, KC, MO

816.631.4040 $-$$ C2

13110 W. 62nd Ter. Shawnee, KS

913.430.7874 $-$$ B3

TheRushFunplex.com

The Rush features go-karts, bowling, mini golf, laser tag, zip line, kiddie karts, billiards, foam pit, climbing wall, bumper cars, arcade and more.

Sandbox VR

4845 W. 117th St. Leawood, KS

913.583.5545 $ B5

Ultimate VR experience for groups.

Sinker’s Lounge

53 W. 13th St., KC, MO

913.374.0105 $$ C3

SinkersLounge.com

Kansas City’s leisurely indoor mini golf, paired with craft drinks and an elevated menu in an atmosphere worth sharing.

Wonderscope Children’s Museum

• FUN PLACES • FUN PLACES •

Smiley’s Golf

10195 Monticello Ter. Lenexa, KS

913.782.1323 $ B4

SmileysGolf.com

Outdoor miniature golf features beautiful gardens and fun hazards.

TableTop Game & Hobby

9156 Metcalf Ave. OP, KS

913.962.4263 $ B5

TableTopGameAndHobby.com

Store specializes in nonelectronic games and carries a variety of games.

Up-Down KC

101 Southwest Blvd. KC, MO

816.982.9455 $$ C3

UpDownKC.com

Arcade and bar with a retro vibe for adults.

Worlds of Fun

4545 Worlds of Fun Ave. KC, MO

816.454.4545 $$ C2

WorldsOfFun.com

Kansas City’s amusement park with 235 acres of family rides and thrill rides, including seven world-class rollercoasters.

GO LEARN THROUGH

PLAY

Children’s Museums and Indoor Playgrounds

Club Run and Jump

2099 E Santa Fe St, Ste A, Olathe, KS

913.529.4386 $ A5

ClubRJ.fun

An indoor play place for ages 13 and under featuring tunnels, climbing areas, and more.

Foundry Coffeehouse

8835 Lackman Rd. Lenexa, KS

913.888.2722 Free B4

FoundryChurchKC.com

Coffee shop for parents and indoor play for tots!

Humanette

118 W. 63rd St. KC, MO

816.710.9693

Humanette.co $ C4

A parent-forward, childfocused cafe with a dedicated supervised play area for children primarily aged 0-6.

Inspired Play Cafe

6527 W. 119th St. OP, KS

913.416.5845 $ B5

InspiredPlayCafe.com

An educational play environment for children ages 6 months to 9 years old.

• FEATURED LISTING • Legoland Discovery Center

See ad on pg. 7 2475 Grand Blvd., KC, MO 816.471.4386 $$ C3

LegolandDiscoveryCenter.com

Step inside Legoland Discovery Center Kansas City and you’ll feel as though you’ve just jumped into the world’s biggest box of Lego bricks! It offers a fun, highly interactive and educational 2- to 3-hour indoor experience. Based on the ever-popular Lego brick, Legoland Discovery Center provides a range of interactive play areas. •

Lenexa Community Center

13420 Oak St. Lenexa, KS

913.477.7100 $ B4

Lenexa.com

Preschool toys and activities keep little ones busy. Call for schedule.

Matt Ross Community Center Explore Room

8101 Marty St., OP, KS

913.895.6350 Free B4

OPKansas.org

Three-story “jungle” playground entertains with slides, tunnels and swings.

My Play Cafe

659 SW 2nd St. Lee’s Summit, MO

816.287.0621 $ D4

6810 S. Creekside Dr. Gardner, KS

913.336.0255 $ B5

6529 N. Cosby Ave., KC, MO

816.659.1525 $ B2

MyPlayCafe.com

An indoor playground and coffee shop designed for parents and active toddlers.

Peace Pavilion

607 W. Lexington Ave., Indep, MO

816.912.1275 Free D3 ThePeacePavilion.org Children’s museum designed to teach concepts of peace.

Shawnee Civic Centre

13817 Johnson Dr. Shawnee, KS

913.631.5200 $ B3 CityOfShawnee.org

Enjoy climbing toys, toddler sports, ride-on toys, etc.

Sylvester Powell Community Center

Indoor Playground

6200 Martway, Mission, KS 913.722.8200 $ B3

MissionKS.org

Families enjoy inflatables, tricycles, gym mats and more.

Toddler Town

Roger T. Sermon Community Center:

201 N. Dodgion Ave. Indep, MO

816.325.7370 $ D3

IndependenceMo.gov

Fall and winter indoor play center with educational fun for toddlers.

Westport Roanoke Community Center

Midtown Play Place

3601 Roanoke Rd. KC, MO

816.513.7660 $ C3

KCParks.org

Enjoy the indoor playground, blocks, gym mats and toys.

Wonderscope

Children’s Museum

433 E. Red Bridge Rd. KC, MO

816.643.6700 $ B5

Wonderscope.org

Hands-on children’s museum for little ones with a variety of interactive exhibits.

• ADVENTUROUS PLACES •

ADVENTUROUS PLACES

Urban Air Adventure Park

KC Timber Challenge

12829 Loring Rd. Bonner Springs, KS

913.538.1229 $$ A3

KCTimberChallenge.com

A one-of-a-kind natural 5K obstacle course.

Motus Ninjas

725 NW Commerce Dr., Ste. M Lee’s Summit, MO

816.347.8008 $ D4

7200 W. 106th St., OP, KS

913.283.7341 $ B4

MotusNinjaWarrior.com

Motus is the largest Ninja Warrior facility in the KC metro area, housing more than 240 feet of obstacle course.

North Kansas City YMCA Climbing Wall

1999 Iron St. North KC, MO

816.300.0531 $ C2

KansasCityYMCA.org

Try the 25-foot indoor climbing wall.

Rendezvous

Climbing Gym

13124 State Line Rd. Leawood, KS $ B5

RendezvousKC.com

LEGEND: FREE

$ (Under $50 for family of 4)

$$ (More than $50 for family of 4)

KC – Kansas City

OP – Overland Park

Indep – Independence

Grid location (C2, D3) refers to map on pg. 29.

Note: Remember to call ahead for current hours and directions for each facility.

GO UP

Zip Lines, Rock Walls, Obstacle Courses and Sky Diving

Go Ape

7331 Oakwood Dr., KC, MO

800.971.8271 $$ C4

GoApe.com

Go Ape has three outdoor activities to choose from including the Treetop Adventure, Treetop Journey and Axe Throwing.

Gymnastics at Emerald City

9063 Bond, OP, KS

913.438.4444 $ B4

EmeraldCityGym.com

Monster Mountain is 5,000 square feet of vertical and horizontal indoor climbing.

IBEX Climbing Gym

801 NW South Outer Rd. Blue Springs, MO

816.228.9988 $ D3

ClimbIBEX.com

Challenge yourself on the 32-foot walls, lead cave and bouldering area.

iFLY Kansas City

10975 Metcalf Ave. OP, KS

913.305.4359 $$ B5 iFlyWorld.com

Indoor skydiving is the simulation of true freefall conditions in a vertical wind tunnel.

Indoor bouldering and climbing walls.

RoKC

1501 Howell St. North KC, MO

816.843.7652 $ D2

3150 Mercer St., Ste. 641A KC, MO

816.621.2020 $ C3

654 N. Central St. Olathe, KS

913.318.3600 $ A5

ClimbKC.com

Indoor rock wall climbing and bouldering facilities.

ADVENTUROUS PLACES • ADVENTUROUS PLACES •

Sequence Climb

1710 Washington St.

KC, MO

816.944.3936 $ C3

SequenceClimb.com

Rock climbing gym.

TimberRidge Adventure Center

12300 S. Homestead Ln. Olathe, KS

913.856.8849 $$ A5

JCPRD.com

Outdoor recreation activities, including a ropes course, zip line and climbing tower.

Zip KC

12829 Loring Rd.

Bonner Springs, KS

913.214.9478 $$ A3

ZipKC.com

A zip line adventure under trees and through trees to an awaiting 45-foot tower.

GO JUMP

Trampoline Parks and Bounce Houses

Above All Trampoline Park

1927 Industrial Dr., Ste. 200 Liberty, MO

816.439.5300 $$ D1

AboveAllPark.com

Take flight on the massive indoor court of connected trampolines for an unforgettable adventure.

Bump City

1001 NW Jefferson Blue Springs, MO

816.228.7775 $$ D3

Bump-City.com

Ninja Warrior obstacles, trampolines and indoor fun.

Fun Run Liberty

1919 Industrial Dr., Liberty, MO

816.781.0386 $ D1

FunRunKansasCity.com

Inflatable obstacle course, dual lane slide and bounce houses offer active fun.

Fun Run Blue Springs

2501 NW S Outer Rd. Blue Springs, MO

816.295.5894 $ D3

FunRunBlueSprings.com

Indoor playground with arcade, inflatables, sky maze and cafe.

Get Air

18900 E. Valley View Pkwy. Indep, MO

816.897.3456 $$ D3

GetAirIndependence.com

Wall-to-wall trampolines, foam pits, trampoline dodgeball, a ninja obstacle course and more.

Kanga’s Indoor Playcenter and Cafe

19700 E. Jackson Rd., Suite G Indep, MO

816.339.5894 $$ D3

Independence.Kangas PlayCenter.com

Specially designed children’s indoor playcenter.

Kids Empire Olathe

11941 S. Strang Line Rd. Olathe, KS

913.361.0046 $$ A5

KidsEmpire.com

Indoor playground for family entertainment for all ages

Pump It Up

8510 W. 135th St. OP, KS

913.236.7867 $ B3

PumpItUpParty.com

Have fun in gigantic, inflatablefilled arenas for open play.

Sky Zone

2801 NE McBaine Dr. Lee’s Summit, MO

816.272.4713 $ D4

6495 Quivira Rd. Shawnee, KS

913.308.3020 $ A4

SkyZone.com

New state-of-the-art Ninja Warrior course, trampoline wipeout, free climb rock wall

• ADVENTUROUS PLACES • ADVENTUROUS

SuperKidz Club

12219 Shawnee Mission Pkwy. Shawnee, KS

913.413.0001 $ B3

SuperKidzClub.net

Indoor play facility with jumping, climbing, crawling and sliding areas.

• FEATURED LISTING •

Urban Air Trampoline Park

See ad on pg. 35

Overland Park:

14401 Metcalf, OP, KS

913.298.0626 $$ B3

Lenexa:

8540 Maurer Rd., Lenexa, KS

913.359.5800 $$ B4

UrbanAirTrampolinepark.com

Urban Air is a full-service family entertainment trampoline adventure park. We’re bringing families and friends together for a hyped up, healthy dose of jumping, climbing, swinging, crawling, building, flying and dunking. Open Jump is held daily and perfect for any age, fitness level or athletic ability. •

GO FOR A RIDE Wheels, Water and Sky

Ambiance on the Water

200 Ward Pkwy., KC, MO

816.365.7101 $$ C3

AmbianceOnTheWater.com

Enjoy a ride aboard one of two custom designed boats for a romantic tour of the Plaza River Walk.

Belton, Grandview and KC Railroad

502 E. Walnut St., Belton, MO

816.331.0630 $ C5

BeltonRailroad.org

Train rides will appeal to the entire family. Some trips include hot dog trains, ice cream rides and more.

Blue Springs Lake Marina

1700 NE Bowlin Rd.

Lee’s Summit, MO

816.795.1112 $$ D4

MakeYourDayHere.com

Pontoon boat rental.

K1 Speed

2911 NE Independence Ave.

Lee’s Summit, MO

816.704.7223 $$ D4

K1Speed.com

The world’s premier indoor gokart racing.

KC Northern Railroad

6060 NW Waukomis Dr. KC, MO

816.746.5663 $ B2

KCNRR.com

Three 16-inch gauge trains restored and operated by volunteers run on a half-mile track through tunnels.

KC Fun Tours

Tours Board at Union Station: 30 W. Pershing Rd. KC, MO

816.500.5417 $$ C3

KCFunTours.com

Tour the popular sights and local favorites aboard an authentic trolley.

Kansas City Kayak & Canoe

Locations vary.

816.226.6379 $$ C3

KCRiverRun.com

KCKC provides the opportunity to paddle local waters, including the Missouri River, in a kayak or canoe.

Kill Creek Park Marina

11670 Homestead Ln. Olathe, KS

913.558.6896 $$ A5

JCPRD.com

Kayak, canoe, pedal boat rental.

Lake Jacomo Marina

7401 W. Park Rd. Blue Springs, MO

816.795.8888 $$ D4

MakeYourDayHere.com

Pontoon boat, bass boat, canoe, pedal boat and kayak rental.

Lake Olathe

13510 S. Lakeshore Dr. Olathe, KS

913.971.8973 $ A5

OlatheKS.org

Lake Olathe Park features a 170-acre lake surrounded by a 258-acre community park. The lake offers a swim beach (summer) and marina.

Legacy Park

1201-1501 NE Legacy Park Dr. Lee’s Summit, MO

816.969.1500 FREE D4 CityOfLS.net

The park features a 22-acre lake where visitors may rent canoes, kayaks and bikes for free.

Longview Lake Marina

9898 Longview Rd., KC, MO 816.966.0131 $$ C5

MakeYourDayHere.com

Pontoon boat rental.

Old World Balloonery

12600 W. 142nd St., OP, KS 913.338.2628 $$$ B5

OldWorldBalloonery.com

Hot air balloon tours of the city.

Richard Petty

Driving Experience

400 Speedway Blvd., KC, KS

1.800.237.3889 $$ A3

DrivePetty.com

High-speed racing venue where visitors can drive or ride along in an authentic NASCAR vehicle.

Shawnee Mission Park Marina

7900 Renner Rd. Shawnee, KS 913.888.1990 $$ D4

JCPRD.com

Fishing boat, canoe, pedal boat rental.

Wyandotte County Lake Marina

9100 Leavenworth Rd. KC, KS

913.573.8327 $$ A3

WyCoKCK.org/parks Fishing boat rental.

GO BE DARING

Escape Rooms, Mystery Theater and Thrills

The Basement

1612 Grand Blvd., KC, MO

866.993.7227 $$ B3

BasementEscapeRoom.com

KC’s only horror escape room.

Blade & Timber

1303 Baltimore Ave. KC, MO

816.343.8489 $$ C3

5203 W. 117th St., Leawood, KS

913.205.5421 $$ B5

BladeAndTimber.com Axe throwing entertainment venue.

KC Northern Railroad

ADVENTUROUS PLACES • ADVENTUROUS PLACES •

Breakout KC

114 W. 3rd St., Ste. 102, KC, MO

816.945.2633 $$ C3

11535 Ash St., Leawood, KS

913.298.1081 $$ B5

BreakoutKC.com

You have 60 minutes to break out from a real-life escape room, cracking codes.

Bury the Hatchet

7105 W. 105th St., OP, KS

913.218.0945 $$ B5

BuryTheHatchet.com

Throw a hatchet at the target and try to hit the bull’s-eye.

The Dinner Detective

1301 Wyandotte St., KC, MO

866.496.0535 $$ C3

TheDinnerDetective.com/Kansas-City Live mystery comedy theater.

The Escape Game

Escape Room

First Floor Union Station

30 W. Pershing, KC, MO

816.321.2837 $$ C3

EscapeRoomKC.com

A live escape game where you have 60 minutes to solve a mystery.

Escape This Place

9507 E. 63rd St., Ste. 103 Raytown, MO

816.359.2372 $$ C4

EscapeThis.Place

A story-based escape room experience.

The Exit Room

304 SW Market St. Lee’s Summit, MO

816.434.5808 $$ D4

TheExitRoomKC.com

Your team of players will have

Get Nerfed Battle Arena

701 Haines, Ste. 500 Liberty, MO

816.326.8458 $ D1

GetNerfed.fun

Family-friendly entertainment options for kids and adults.

Kansas City Gangster Tour

Tours Board at Union Station: 30 W. Pershing Rd. KC, MO

816.471.1234 $$ C3

KansasCityTransportation Group.com

Call to schedule a tour. The Gangster Tour puts you hot on the trail of this city’s most notorious Goodfellas.

Mastermind Escape Games

7810 W. 151st St. OP, KS

913.827.0999 $$ B5

MastermindEscapeGames.com

An interactive escape room game.

Rage! KC

1524 Charlotte St., KC, MO

816.472.6699 $$ C3

Rage-KC.com

Smash, break and generally destroy everyday objects including bottles, plates, computers, radios and more in a safe environment.

Tick Tock Escape Rooms

6398 College Blvd., OP, KS 913.396.9144 $$ B5

TickTockEscapeGames.com

An hour of fun where anyone can be the one who “gets it” and solves the next clue to save the day.

Wood Chux

888 S. State Route 291 Liberty, MO

816.415.2489 $$ D1

455 S. Thompson Ave. Excelsior Springs, MO

preservation of endangered predator species while educating the public on the importance of preserving their natural ecosystems and the impending dangers of their extinction.

816.415.2489 $$ D1

WoodChuxKC.com

Northland’s only axe throwing gym.

An Educational Experience for All Ages!

HISTORIC PLACES

LEGEND:

FREE

$ (Under $50 for family of 4)

$$ (More than $50 for family of 4)

KC – Kansas City

OP – Overland Park

Indep – Independence

Grid location (C2, D3) refers to map on pg. 29.

Note: Remember to call ahead for current hours and directions for each facility.

GO BACK IN TIME

History Museums and Tours

1827 Log Courthouse

107 W. Kansas Ave., Indep, MO

816.325.7111 Free D3

VisitIndependence.com

Learn about the slaveland dispute and westward expansion issues.

1859 Marshal’s Home and Jail Museum

217 N. Main St., Indep, MO

816.252.1892 $ D3

JCHS.org/1859JailMuseum

One-room schoolhouse, marshal’s home, 1859 jail and museum.

Alexander Majors Home

8201 State Line Rd. KC, MO

816.444.1858 $ C4 WornallMajors.org

Alexander Majors was one of the founders of the Pony Express. The home was built in 1856.

Amelia

Earhart Birthplace

223 N. Terrace St. Atchison, KS

913.367.4217 $ A1

AmeliaEarhartMuseum.org

Tour the birthplace and childhood home of Kansas’ famous female aviator.

Amelia Earhart Hangar Museum

16701 286th Rd. Atchison, KS

913.372.0021 $$ A1

AmeliaEarhartHangarMuseum.org Interactive and immersive STEM exhibits take visitors through Earhart’s life.

Arabia Steamboat Museum

400 Grand Blvd., KC, MO

816.471.1856 $$ C3 1856.com

The steamboat Arabia sank in 1856 in the Missouri River, and the treasures of the shipwreck and their history are on exhibit.

Atkins-Johnson Farm & Museum

4109 NE Pleasant Valley Rd. Gladstone, MO

816.423.4107 $ C2 AtkinsJohnsonFarm.com

The museum depicts farm life in the mid-1800s.

Battle of Westport Monument

5200 Wornall, KC, MO 913.345.2000 Free C3

BattleOfWestport.org

The center of the main battlefield is located at present-day Loose Park.

Battle of Westport Museum

4000 Baltimore, KC, MO 816.561.1821 Free C3 BattleOfWestport.org

The museum depicts the history of the famous Civil War battle in western Missouri.

Belton Historical Society & Museum

512 Main St., Belton, MO

816.322.3977 $ C5 BeltonHistoricalSociety.org

View artifacts preserving the history of Belton.

Amelia Earhart Hangar Museum

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Ben Ferrel

Platte County Museum

220 Ferrel St., Platte City, MO

816.431.5121 $ A1

PCHS1882.org

This 1881 home is a replica of the Missouri Governor’s Mansion. County historical archives and exhibits are housed here. Open seasonally.

Berlin Wall Monument

Grove of Regiments on Bundel Road

Fort Leavenworth, KS

913.684.3600 Free A1 VisitLeavenworthKS.com

The monument memorializes the historic barrier that separated West and East Berlin during the Cold War.

Bingham-Waggoner Estate

313 W. Pacific Ave., Indep, MO

816.461.3491 $ D3

BWEstate.net

The 1855 museum depicts the history of George Caleb Bingham.

Black Archives of Mid-America

1722 E. 17th Ter. KC, MO

816.221.1600 Free C3

BlackArchives.org

Collections featuring the works of Black artists, writers, musicians and leaders.

Bonnell Museum

20755 Lamar Rd. Weston, MO

816.992.0102 Free A1 WestonMO.com

Tour an 1874 working farm and explore the museum.

Bruce R. Watkins

Cultural Heritage Center

3700 Blue Pkwy. KC, MO

816.513.0700 Free C3

BruceWatkinsCenter.com

This museum is a tribute to the legacy of Kansas City’s early Black pioneers.

Burnt District Museum

400 E. Mechanic, Ste. 203 Harrisonville, MO

816.380.4396 $ C5

ci.Harrisonville.MO.US

Civil War museum with exhibits including a diorama of the Battle of Morristown, timelines, photo archives and more.

Charles Evans Whittaker Courthouse

U.S. Federal Courthouse

400 E. 9th St., KC, MO

816.426.3963 Free C3

GSA.gov/portal/content/101540

Tour the Federal Courthouse and learn how the judicial branch of government works.

Clay County Courthouse

1 Courthouse Square Liberty, MO

816.407.3900 Free D2

Circuit7.net

Painted and ceramic murals tell Clay County’s story. Interpretive brochures available.

Clay County Museum

14 N. Main St. Liberty, MO

816.792.1849 Free D1

ClayCountyMuseum.org

Painted and ceramic murals tell Clay County’s story. Interpretive brochures available.

C.W. Parker

Carousel Museum

320 S. Esplanade, Leavenworth, KS

913.682.1331 $ A1

FirstCityMuseums.org

Tour the museum to learn the history of the carousel and enjoy a ride as well!

Dillingham-Lewis Home

101 SW 15th St. Blue Springs, MO

816.224.8979 Free D4

BlueSpringsHistory.org

Tour a 20th-century pioneer home to see how early settlers in Jackson County lived. Open seasonally.

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Dole Institute of Politics

2350 Petefish Dr., Lawrence, KS

785.864.4900 FREE A3

DoleInstitute.org

Museum celebrates public service, civil discourse and the legacy of Senators Bob and Elizabeth Dole through its programs, archive and museum.

Ensor Park and Museum

18995 W. 183rd St., Olathe, KS 913.592.4141 $ A5

EnsorParkAndMuseum.org

A seasonal museum devoted to the teacher, craftsman and amateur radio operator and his influence.

Excelsior Springs

Historical Museum

101 E. Broadway St. Excelsior Springs, MO

816.630.0101 Free D1

ESMuseum.com

View historic records and artifacts and learn the history of Excelsior Springs.

First City Museum

743 Delaware St. Leavenworth, KS

913.682.1866 $ A1

FirstCityMuseums.org

Exhibits highlight the history of Kansas’ first city.

Fort Osage

107 Osage St., Sibley, MO

816.650.3278 $ D2

MakeYourDayHere.com

Osage Indian history and early military history are depicted through exhibits and special events.

Frontier Army Museum

100 Reynolds Ave. Fort Leavenworth, KS

913.684.3191 Free A1

FFAM.us

Learn about the history of the frontier Army from 1804 to 1916 and Fort Leavenworth from 1827 to the present.

Grandview Historical

Depot Museum

1205 Jones St., Grandview, MO

816.761.0414 $ C4

Grandview.org

The museum, housed in a caboose, preserves Grandview history.

Grinter Place

State Historic Site

1420 S. 78th St., KC, KS

913.299.0373 Free A3

KSHS.org

A step back to the days of frontier life along the Kansas and Missouri border.

Harris-Kearney House

4000 Baltimore Ave., KC, MO

816.561.1821 $ C3

WestportHistorical.com

Tour the 1855 house that served as a hotel in old Westport and stands as one of Kansas City’s oldest landmarks.

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Harry S. Truman Presidential Library

See ad on pg. 2

500 US Hwy. 24, Indep, MO

816.268.8200 $ D3

TrumanLibrary.org

One of 15 presidential libraries. Visitors are able to experience engaging exhibits and programs, and the library aspires to reach a broad and diverse audience in a continuous effort to keep President Truman’s life and legacy alive, emphasizing his ideals of citizenship, learning and service. •

Historic Liberty Jail

216 N. Main St. Liberty, MO

816.781.3188 Free D1

LDS.org

Discover the history of the jail and learn the story of Joseph Smith, a Mormon leader.

Historic Pharis Farm

20611 EE Hwy. Liberty, MO

816.736.8500 $ D2

ClayCountyMO.gov

Learn about the Pharis farm of 1836.

Jackson County Historical Society Archives

Jackson County Courthouse

112 W. Lexington Ave. Indep, MO

816.461.1897 Free D3

JCHS.org

Tour the historic Truman Courthouse, which is home to the archives and research library.

Jesse James Bank Museum

103 N. Water St. Liberty, MO

816.736.8510 $ D2

ClayCountyMo.gov

Visit the site of the first U.S. daylight peacetime bank robbery.

Jesse James Farm & Museum

21216 James Farm Rd. Kearney, MO

816.736.8500 $ D1

ClayCountyMO.gov

Tour the Jesse James home and learn about the famous outlaw and pre-Civil War history in northern Missouri.

John Wornall House Museum

6115 Wornall Rd., KC, MO

816.444.1858 $ C4

WornallMajors.org

The 1858 museum offers special events and programs telling the history of Kansas City during the Civil War.

Johnson County Kansas Archives

19310 W. 159th St. Olathe, KS

913.715.0400 Free A5

JoCoGov.org

Archives of Johnson County, KS, history are open to visitors.

Johnson County Museum

8788 Metcalf, OP, KS

913.826.2787 $ B4

JcCoMuseum.org

The museum shares local history through galleries and public programs.

Midwest Genealogy Center MCPL

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Kansas City Automotive Museum

15095 W. 116th St. Olathe, KS

913.322.4227 $ A5

KansasCityAutoMuseum.com

Museum celebrating the history of automobiles.

Kansas City Historic Garment District Museum

801 Broadway Blvd. KC, MO

816.513.0720 Free C3

KansasCityMuseum.org

The museum tells the story of Kansas City’s garment factories from the 1920s through the 1980s.

Kansas City Irish Center

19 W. Linwood Blvd. KC, MO

816.474.3848 Free C3

IrishCenterKC.org

Discover Kansas City’s Irish history.

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Kansas City Museum

See ad on pg. 43

3218 Gladstone Blvd. KC, MO

816.513.0720 $ C3

KansasCityMuseum.org

The Kansas City Museum is a self-guided experience. Approximately 400 artifacts plus numerous images from the museum’s archives, exhibits, media, and site-specific art installations by Kansas Citybased artists are on display. •

KC Rail Experience

Union Station:

30 W. Pershing Rd. KC, MO

816.460.2020 $ C3

UnionStation.org

Let the power of play lead the way in this train-themed area geared for children ages 4-7.

KCMO City Hall

414 E. 12th St., KC, MO

816.513.3600 Free C3

KCMO.gov

Take a free tour to the top for a panoramic view of the city, or schedule a tour to learn about the inner workings of city government.

Kearney Historic Museum

101 S. Jefferson St. Kearney, MO 816.903.1856 $ D1

VisitClayMO.com/business/ kearney-historic-museum

Home to several permanent and rotating displays including a full timeline of Kearney’s history.

Korean War Veterans

Memorial Kansas City

Washington Square Park: Pershing & Main, KC, MO Free C3

MoKoreanWarMemorial.org

A memorial dedicated to the memory of those who served during the Korean War.

Korean War Veterans

Memorial Overland Park

11902 Lowell Ave., OP, KS

913.327.6643 Free B5

OPKansas.org

The KWVA Memorial features an engraved wall honoring the fallen and missing soldiers of the Korean War.

Korean/Vietnam

Veterans Memorial

Wyandotte County Park: 91st Street & Leavenworth Road KC, KS

913.573.8327 Free A2

WyCoKCK.org

America’s first dual war memorial is dedicated to veterans of both the Korean and Vietnam wars.

Lanesfield School Historic Site

18745 S. Dillie Rd. Edgerton, KS

913.893.6645 Free A5

JCPRD.com

The Lanesfield School Historic Site is a tribute to rural schooling.

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Leavenworth

National Cemetery

150 Muncie Rd., Leavenworth, KS

913.727.1376 Free A1

Cem.VA.Gov

This historic cemetery is the burial site for many soldiers, beginning with the Civil War.

Lee’s Summit History Museum

220 SW Main St.

Lee’s Summit, MO

816.287.4477 Free D4

LeesSummitHistory.net Museum dedicated to preserving the community’s rich cultural heritage.

Legler Barn Museum

14907 W. 87th St. Pkwy. Lenexa, KS

913.492.0038 Free A4

LenexaHistoricalSociety.org

The site displays changing exhibits on local history.

Lone Jack

Battlefield Museum

301 S. Bynum Rd., Lone Jack, MO

816.697.8833 Free D5

HistoricLoneJack.org

Enjoy this museum and battlefield tour of the Battle of Lone Jack.

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Mahaffie Stagecoach Stop and Farm

See ad on pg. 63

1200 E. Kansas City Rd., Olathe, KS

913.971.5111 $ A5

Mahaffie.org

Mahaffie Stagecoach Stop and Farm offers a unique hands-on experience for visitors of all ages, focusing on 1860s farming, frontier life and stagecoach travel, while preserving the nationally significant Mahaffie story. Mahaffie is the last remaining stagecoach stop open to the public on the Santa Fe Trail. Visitors tour the historic home, blacksmith shop and farm. •

• FEATURED LISTING • Midwest Genealogy Center

See ad on pg. 63

3440 S. Lee’s Summit Rd. Indep, MO

816.252.7228 FREE D3

MyMCPL.org

Research your genealogy at this facility where visitors may access online databases to search censuses, newspapers, vital records and more.

Missouri Model Railroad Museum

312 W. Pacific Ave., Indep, MO

816.552.5750 $ D3

ShowMeRails.org

Railroad memorabilia, artifacts, art and dioramic models of the railroads that first entered Missouri.

National Frontier Trails Museum

416 W. Maple Ave., Indep, MO 816.325.7575 $ D3

ci.Independence.MO.us/NFTM

Features the history of the Oregon, California and Santa Fe trails.

The National Museum of Toys and Miniatures

5235 Oak St., KC, MO 816.235.8000 $ C3

ToyAndMiniatureMuseum.org

Explore the world’s largest collection of fine-scale miniatures and one of the nation’s largest collections of antique toys.

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Missouri Town Living History Museum

8010 E. Park Rd.

Lee’s Summit, MO 816.229.8980 $ D4

MakeYourDayHere.com

Missouri Town is a reconstructed 1850s farming community.

Money Museum

1 Memorial Dr., KC, MO 816.881.2683 Free C3

KansasCityFed.org

Tour Kansas City’s Federal Reserve Bank and learn about the U.S. monetary system.

Mount Gilead Church & School

15918 Plattsburg Rd. Kearney, MO 816.736.8500 Free D1 ClayCountyMO.gov/historic Tour a one-room schoolhouse where school continued to meet through the Civil War, and a historic church.

National Agricultural Hall of Fame

630 N. 126th St. Bonner Springs, KS 913.721.1075 $ A3

AgHallOfFame.com

Learn about agriculture in the Heartland.

National WWI Museum and Memorial

See ad on pg. 62

2 Memorial Dr., KC, MO 816.888.8100 $ C3

TheWorldWar.org

The National WWI Museum and Memorial is dedicated to remembering, interpreting and understanding the Great War and its enduring impact. Through original objects and documents, video, recreated trenches and interactive tables, the museum shares a comprehensive history of the First World War with visitors. •

Oxford Schoolhouse

Ironwoods Park: 14701 Mission Rd., Leawood, KS 913.663.9157 Free B5 Leawood.org

Living history programs where children experience the oneroom school day of pioneers.

Pioneer Trails Adventures

217 N. Main, Indep, MO 816.254.2466 $ D3

PioneerTrailsAdventures.com

Enjoy a mule-drawn covered wagon ride as you learn about the city’s history and famous citizens.

Raytown Historical Society and Museum

9705 E. 63rd St., Raytown, MO 816.353.5033 $ C3

RaytownHistoricalSociety.org Museum features a general store, Raytown history and traveling exhibits.

Mahaffie Stagecoach Stop and Farm

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Rice-Tremonti Home

8801 E. 66th St. Raytown, MO

816.358.7423 $ C3

Rice-Tremonti.com

Visit the oldest standing frame house in Jackson County, MO.

Rosedale Memorial Arch

Booth Street & Park Drive KC, KS

913.573.8327 Free B3

WyCoKCK.org

Arch was built in 1923 to pay tribute to WWI veterans.

Shawnee Indian Mission

3403 W. 53rd St. Fairway, KS

913.262.0867 $ B3

KSHS.org

Learn the history of the Shawnee and early Johnson County, KS.

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Shawnee Town 1929

See ad on pg. 45 11501 W. 57th St. Shawnee, KS

913.248.2360 $ B3

ShawneeTown.org

Step back into the 1920s and experience life in Shawnee, a truck-farming town located just 10 miles from downtown Kansas City! Visitors of all ages can explore our interactive historic Main Street’s local businesses and an original truck farm. This living history museum gives visitors a taste of life in the 1920s. •

Shoal Creek Living History Museum

7000 NE Barry Rd. KC, MO

816.792.2655 $ C1

ShoalCreekLivingHistory Museum.com

A village of more than 20 authentic 19th-century buildings. Hands-on history is taught through programs and events.

Strawberry Hill Museum

720 N. 4th St. KC, KS

913.371.3264 $ B3

StrawberryHillMuseum.org

This Queen Anne-style 1887 home tells the story of immigrants from Eastern Europe.

Thomas Hart Benton Home

3616 Belleview Ave. KC, MO

816.931.5722 $ C3

MOStateParks.com

Tour the home of one of Missouri’s most famous artists.

Trailside Center

9901 Holmes Rd. KC, MO

816.942.3581 FREE C4

TrailsideCenter.org

Resource center with artifacts from New Santa Fe’s historical collection.

Truman Courtroom and Office

Jackson County Courthouse:

112 W. Lexington Indep, MO

816.881.3000 $ D3

JCHS.org

Tour the office and courtroom used by Truman in his early years of elected politics.

Truman Farm Home

12301 Blue Ridge Blvd. Grandview, MO

816.254.2720 $ C5

NPS.gov/HSTR

Built in 1894, this was Harry Truman’s childhood residence from 1906 to 1917. Open seasonally.

Truman Home

219 N. Delaware Indep, MO

816.254.2720 $ D3

NPS.gov/HSTR

Tour the home of President and Mrs. Truman where they lived.

TWA Museum

10 Richards Rd., #110, KC, MO

816.234.1011 $ C3

TWAMuseum.com

Exhibits preserving the legacy of Trans World Airlines’ leadership in the world of commercial aviation.

UFDC Doll Museum

10900 N. Pomona Ave. KC, MO

816.891.7040 $ B1

UFDC.org

Museum features exhibits on dolls from around the world and throughout history.

U.S. National Archives

400 W. Pershing Rd., KC, MO

816.268.8000 Free C3

Archives.gov/kansas-city

The collections include historical, diplomatic, genealogical and military documents, artifacts and exhibits.

Vaile Mansion

1500 N. Liberty St. Indep, MO 816.325.7430 $ D3

VaileMansion.org

Guided tours are offered of the 1882 Victorian mansion.

Veterans Memorial Park

1025 S. Harrison, Olathe, KS 913.971.8563 Free A5

OlatheKS.org/parksrec

This 4-acre park honors the men and women who served America in the Armed Services.

Veterans Park

121 W. Pawnee Ln. Gardner, KS 913.856.0936 Free A5

GardnerKansas.gov

The park features a veterans memorial, as well as park facilities: playground, trail, basketball court and more.

Vietnam Veterans Memorial

4181 Broadway, KC, MO 816.513.7500 Free C3

KCParks.org

The memorial includes a wall with the names of 451 area veterans killed or missing in action.

Watkins Woolen Mill

26600 Park Rd. N., Lawson, MO 816.580.3387 $ D1

MOStateParks.com

Tour the home, visitors center, farm and brick mill, and see how workers turned fleece into fabric.

Weston Historical Museum

601 Main St., Weston, MO 816.386.2977 Free A1

WestonHistoricalMuseum.org

The Weston Historical Museum has preserved local artifacts to enjoy today.

Wyandotte County Historical Society and Museum

631 N. 126th St. Bonner Springs, KS 913.573.5002 Free A3

WYCoKCK.org

Hands-on exhibits and artifacts depict the history of Wyandotte County and Native Americans.

C.W. Parker Carousel

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SCIENCE PLACES

Science City at Union Station

Moon Marble

600 E. Front St. Bonner Springs, KS 913.441.1432 Free A3

MoonMarble.com

Watch marble making, learn marble games and visit the store with old-fashioned toys.

The Museum at Prairiefire

5801 W. 135th St., OP, KS 913.333.3500 $ B5

VisitTheMap.org

The museum showcases world renowned exhibits.

Powell Observatory

26500 Melrose, Louisburg, KS 913.438.3825 $ B5 ASKC.org

Powell Observatory is home to the largest telescope in a fivestate area.

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See ad on pg. 66 and 67

30 W. Pershing Rd., KC, MO 816.460.2020 $ C3 ScienceCity.com

LEGEND: FREE

$ (Under $50 for family of 4)

$$ (More than $50 for family of 4)

KC – Kansas City

OP – Overland Park

Indep – Independence

Grid location (C2, D3) refers to map on pg. 29.

Note: Remember to call ahead for current hours and directions for each facility.

GO

EXPLORE Science Museums

American Royal Museum

1701 American Royal Ct., KC, MO

816.221.9800 $ C3

AmericanRoyal.com Museum is dedicated to agriculture, show animals and petting zoo.

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Gottlieb Planetarium

See ad on pg. 66 and 67

Union Station:

30 W. Pershing Rd., KC, MO

816.460.2020 $ C3

UnionStation.org

Combining interactive astronomy education with spectacular public shows and night sky viewing opportunities. Built as part of Union Station’s renovations in the late 1990s, the Arvin Gottlieb Planetarium’s 60-foot dome makes it one of the largest planetariums in the Midwest. •

KU Natural History Museum

1345 Jayhawk Blvd. Lawrence, KS

785.864.4450 $ A3

Biodiversity.KU.edu

Four floors of exhibits help you explore the life of the planet.

Kansas City’s Science Center, Science City at Union Station Kansas City, is a dynamic, handson science center featuring nearly 200 individual interactive exhibits and daily programming. Kids of all ages experience the amazing world of science firsthand through fun and engaging exhibits and programs. •

UMKC’S Richard L. Sutton, Jr., M.D., Museum of Geosciences

Miller Nichols Library, Room #329 800 E. 51st St., KC, MO FREE C3

CAS.UMKC.edu

View a collection of rocks, minerals and fossils including the museum’s crinoid collection.

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GO SEE ANIMALS

Zoos, Aquariums and Farms

Carolyn’s Country Cousins Pumpkin Patch

17607 NE 52nd St., Liberty, MO

816.781.9196 $ C2

CarolynsCountryCousins.com

The seasonal farm is open every autumn.

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Cedar Cove Feline Sanctuary and Educational Center

See ad on pg. 41

3783 Hwy. K68, Louisburg, KS

913.837.5515 $ B5

SaveOurSiberians.org

A preserve for tigers and a refuge for big cats that are abandoned, neglected or whose owners are unable to care for them. On Saturday evenings (summer-autumn) watch as the big cats are fed by trained staff. Special events and tours are offered through the year. •

Deanna Rose

Children’s Farmstead

13800 Switzer, OP, KS

913.897.2360 Free/$ B5

OPKansas.org

12-acre park with farm animals, a dairy barn, a fishing pond, horse-drawn wagon rides, pony rides and more.

Green Meadows Alpaca Ranch

1113 SW 500th Rd. Holden, MO

816.813.9359 $ D5

GreenMeadowsAlpacaRanch. business.site

Experience an interactive farm tour on a working alpaca ranch.

Johnson Farms Plants & Pumpkins

17701 S. State Rte. D Belton, MO

816.331.1067 $ C3

JohnsonFarms.net

A family-owned farm open two seasons of the year with u-pick seasonal produce and high quality plants. The fall pumpkin patch is a kid-friendly favorite.

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Kansas City Zoo & Aquarium

See ad on pg. 68

6800 Zoo Dr., KC, MO

816.595.1234 $ C4

KansasCityZoo.org

Visitors love the Sobela Aquarium, Polar Bear Passage, Helzberg Penguin Plaza, worldclass African exhibit, venturing to Australia and the Tropics exhibit. Live animal feedings and shows are offered daily, and watching elephants paint, sea lions train and the bird show are a few favorites. The zoo also hosts family-friendly weekends with character visits, holiday specials and workshops to educate visitors on the animals. •

Native Hooved Animal Enclosure

Fleming Park:

6010 E. Park Rd.

Blue Springs, MO

816.503.4800 Free D4

MakeYourDayHere.com

View the 110-acre enclosure where elk, buffalo and deer roam freely.

Kansas City Zoo & Aquarium

Manna Meadows

16842 Metro Ave. Bonner Springs, KS 913.461.5003 $ A3

MannaMeadowsAlpacas.com

Alpaca farm and honeybee apiary.

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Sea Life Kansas City

See ad on pg. 7

2475 Grand Blvd., KC, MO 816.471.4386 $$ C3

VisitSeaLife.com

Sea Life Kansas City gets you up close and face-to-face with amazing underwater creatures such as sharks, octopus, our green sea turtle named Gertrude, stingrays, sea stars, seahorses, jellyfish and thousands of colorful fish! A favorite attraction is the Interactive Rockpool Experience, where you are able to touch animals like sea stars and sea urchins with the help of a Sea Life educator! •

Timber View Farm Alpacas

14713 W. 311th St. Paola, KS

509.750.7401 $ B5

TimberViewFarmAlpacas.com Tour the alpaca farm and learn about fiber arts. Call to schedule.

YaYa’s Alpaca Farm

30200 E. 275th St. Garden City, MO 816.213.7555 $ C5

YaYasAlpacaFarm.com Tour this working alpaca farm.

GO VISIT GARDENS

Botanical Gardens and Learning Gardens

Beanstalk Children’s Garden

6917 Kensington, KC, MO

816.931.3877 $ C4

KCCG.org

Children’s garden features educational programs on gardening and nutrition.

Kauffman Memorial Garden

4800 Rockhill Rd., KC, MO 816.932.1200 Free C3 Kauffman.org/who-we-are/ our-founder-ewing-kauffman/ kauffman-memorial-garden Free 2-acre public garden.

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Laura Conyers Smith

Municipal Rose Garden

Loose Park:

5200 Wornall Rd., KC, MO

816.513.7500 Free C3

KCParks.org

KC’s rose garden features hundreds of roses with a fountain.

Linda Hall Library

Urban Arboretum

5109 Cherry St., KC, MO

816.363.4600 Free C3

LindaHall.org

Urban garden on UMKC’s campus features a butterfly garden.

Overland Park Arboretum

8909 W. 179th St., OP, KS

913.685.3604 Free-$ B5

OPKansas.org

Savor beautiful gardens, including a Monet garden and a children’s garden.

Pollinator Prairie

320 S. Blake St., Olathe, KS

913.693.1905 Free A5

Pollinator.org/pollinator-prairie Free garden to visit.

Powell Gardens

1609 NW US Hwy. 50

Kingsville, MO

816.697.2600 $ D5

PowellGardens.org

Powell Gardens, Kansas City’s botanical garden, is set on 970 acres of lush, rolling hills just east of Kansas City on U.S. Highway 50.

GO EXPERIENCE NATURE

Conservation Centers

Anita B. Gorman

Discovery Center

4750 Troost Ave., KC, MO

816.759.7300 Free C3

MDC.MO.gov

Explore the nature center, hiking trail, special programs and more.

Blue River Nature Sanctuary

17315 Antioch Rd., OP, KS

913.897.7340 $ B5

BlueRiverForestExperience.org

Enjoy a variety of nature connection experiences.

Burr Oak Woods Nature Center

1401 NW Park Rd.

Blue Springs, MO

816.228.3766 Free D3

MDC.MO.gov

Features hands-on exhibits, an aquarium, animals and nature trails.

Burroughs Audubon Nature Center and Bird Sanctuary

7300 SW West Park Rd. Blue Springs, MO

816.795.8177 Free D4

Burroughs.org

A library and bird watching center.

Cave Spring Park and William M. Klein Park

8701 E. Gregory Blvd., KC, MO

816.659.1945 Free C4

CaveSpring.org

Visit the nature center and hiking trails.

Ernie Miller Nature Center

909 N. Hwy. 7, Olathe, KS

913.826.2800 Free A5

ErnieMiller.com

The nature center features animals native to Kansas, hiking trails and educational programs.

F. L. Schlagle Library

4051 West Dr., KC, KS

913.295.8250 Free A3

KCKPL.org

Nature library offers trails, nature art gallery, bird watching and classes.

George Owens Nature Park

1601 S. Speck Rd., Indep, MO

816.325.7115 Free D3

GeorgeOwensNaturePark.org

Enjoy programs for children, fishing dock and trails.

Kemper Outdoor Education Center

8201 Jasper Bell Blue Springs, MO

816.229.8980 Free D4

MakeYourDayHere.com

See reptile displays, rock and fossil exhibits and a natural resource library.

Lakeside Nature Center

4701 E. Gregory Blvd., KC, MO

816.513.8960 Free C4

LakesideNatureCenter.org

An incredible place to enjoy learning about local native wildlife.

Martha LaFite Thompson Nature Sanctuary

407 N. Lafrenz Rd., Liberty, MO

816.781.8598 Free D1

NatureSanctuary.com

Provides engaging hands-on environmental and natural science education.

Parkville Nature Sanctuary

8888 Clark Ave., Parkville, MO

816.741.7676 Free B2

ParkvilleMO.gov/nature-sanctuary Explore the nature sanctuary and hiking trails.

Prairie Oak Nature Center

14701 Mission Rd., Leawood, KS

913.696.7770 Free B5

Leawood.org/parks

The nature center features hands-on activities and several live animals.

Prairie Park Nature Center

2730 Harper St., Lawrence, KS

785.832.7980 Free A3

LawrenceKS.org/lprd/ppnc

Investigate animal exhibits including reptiles, birds and mammals.

Linda Hall Library

THEATRICAL PLACES

LEGEND: FREE

$ (Under $50 for family of 4)

$$ (More than $50 for family of 4)

KC – Kansas City

OP – Overland Park

Indep – Independence

Grid location (C2, D3) refers to map on pg. 29.

Note: Remember to call ahead for current hours and directions for each facility.

GO SEE A SHOW

Live Theater, Dance and Entertainment

The American Theatre Guild

9001 State Line Rd., Ste. 110 KC, MO

800.776.7469 $$ C4

AmericanTheatreGuild.com/ KansasCity/

Live Broadway musicals, plays and jazz shows.

Avila College

Goppert Theatre

11901 Wornall Rd.

KC, MO

816.501.3699 $$ C5

Avila.edu

Students offer live theater performances.

Aztec Shawnee Theater

11119 Johnson Dr. Shawnee, KS

913.207.4147 $$ A4

AztecShawnee.com

Showcasing local and regional music acts in a beautifully restored auditorium.

Barn Players

Community Theatre

1000 E. 9th St., Ste. 225, KC, MO

913.432.9100 $ C3

TheBarnPlayers.org

Enjoy live community theater performances.

Bell Road Barn Players

David Theater at Park University: 8700 NW River Park Dr. Parkville, MO

816.587.0218 $ B2

BellRoadBarn.com

Live community theater performances.

Big Creek Country Show

110 Veterans Pkwy. Pleasant Hill, MO

816.524.6856 $$ A5

BigCreekCountry.net

Country musicians and comedians offer shows for the family.

Blue Springs City Theater

2000 NW Ashton Dr. Blue Springs, MO

816.295.7331 $ D3

BlueSpringsCityTheatre.com

Live community theater.

Cable Dahmer Arena

19100 E. Valley View Pkwy. Indep, MO

816.442.6100 $$ D3

CableDahmerArena.com

A 5,800-seat venue located just 20 minutes from downtown. This is a premier destination for live entertainment and professional sports in Eastern Jackson County.

City Stage

30 W. Pershing Rd., KC, MO

816.460.2020 $$ C3

UnionStation.org

Live theater performances for all ages.

City Theatre of Independence

201 N. Dodgion, Indep, MO

816.719.7389 $ D3

CityTheatreOfIndependence.org

Live community theater for all ages includes children’s shows.

The Comedy Club

1130 W. 103rd St., KC, MO

816.326.8776 $$ C5

TheComedyClubKC.com

An improv and stand-up comedy club.

Coterie Theatre

Crown Center: 2450 Grand Blvd., Ste. 144 KC, MO

816.474.6552 $ C3

CoterieTheatre.org

The Coterie is among the top five theaters serving families and young audiences in the United States, according to TIME magazine.

• FEATURED LISTING • The Culture House

See ad on pg. 53

Various performance locations

Olathe Conservatory: 14808 W. 117th St., Olathe, KS 913.393.3141 $ A5

Oak Park: 11149 W. 95th St., OP, KS 913.291.1972 $ B3

CultureHouse.com

Almost every town in Europe has a Culture House, a gathering place where neighbors engage in the arts. You’re invited to become part of Kansas City’s Culture House, a place dedicated to artistic excellence. Experience live shows including musicals, dance and theater. •

The Coterie Theatre

• THEATRICAL PLACES • THEATRICAL PLACES

Dramatic Truth Ballet

10510 Grandview Rd.

KC, MO

816.767.9222 $ C4

DramaticTruth.org

Local Christian ballet troupe performs live shows for the whole family.

Folly Theater

300 W. 12th St. KC, MO

816.842.5500 $$ C3

FollyTheater.org

Live theater and music performances entertain at this venue.

Funny Bone Comedy Club

7260 NW 87th St.

KC, MO

816.759.5233 $$ B2

ImprovKC.com

Live improv comedy theater.

Gem Theater

1616 E. 18th St. KC, MO

816.474.8463 $$ C3

AmericanJazzMuseum.org

The Gem Theater features everything from films and live theater productions to dynamic live jazz performances.

Johnson County Arts & Heritage Center

8788 Metcalf Ave. OP, KS

913.826.2787 $-$$ B4

JCPRD.com

Live local theater.

Kauffman Center for the Performing Arts

1601 Broadway KC, MO

816.994.7222 $$ C3

KauffmanCenter.org

Home to resident organizations the Kansas City Ballet, Lyric Opera, Kansas City Symphony and other programming.

Kansas City Ballet

Bolender Center for Dance & Creativity:

500 W. Pershing, KC, MO

816.931.2232

Kauffman Center for the Performing Arts: 1601 Broadway, KC, MO 816.994.7222 $$ C3

KCBallet.org

The Kansas City Ballet is a 30-member professional ballet company.

Kansas City Jazz Orchestra

Kauffman Center for the Performing Arts: 1601 Broadway, KC, MO 816.994.7222 $$ C3

KCJO.org

Live jazz concerts preserving the city’s jazz heritage.

KC Chamber Orchestra

Various performance locations

816.960.1324 $$ C3

KCChamberOrchestra.org

Classical music is performed by KC’s chamber orchestra.

KC Friends of Alvin Ailey

1714 E. 18th St. KC, MO

816.471.6003 $$ C3

KCFAA.org

Professional dance group features ballet, modern and jazz dance.

The KC Improv Company

4010 Pennsylvania Ave. KC, MO

816.806.4000 $$ C3

KansasCityComedy.com

Live improv and sketch comedy shows.

KC Repertory Theatre

Spencer Theatre

4949 Cherry St., KC, MO

816.235.2700 $$ C3

Copaken Stage 1 H&R Block Way KC, MO

816.235.2700 $$ C3

KCRep.org

Kansas City Repertory Theatre pursues theatrical excellence and advances the art form.

• THEATRICAL PLACES • THEATRICAL PLACES •

KC Symphony

Kauffman Center

for the Performing Arts: 1601 Broadway, KC, MO

816.471.0400 $$ C3

KCSymphony.org

Enjoy professional live classical symphony.

KC Young Audiences

3732 Main St., KC, MO

816.531.4022 $ C3

KCYA.org

Live music, dance, drama and poetry entertain patrons ages 5 and up.

Leawood Stage Co.

4800 Town Center Dr. #2038 Leawood, KS.

913.663.9157 FREE - $ B5 LeawoodStageCo.org

Community theater performances offered indoors at the Lodge at Ironwoods and outdoors at Ironwoods Amphitheater in the summer.

Lee’s Summit Symphony

The Pavilion at John Knox Village:

520 NW Murray Rd. Lee’s Summit, MO

816.401.5251 $ D4

LSSymphony.org

Classical symphony entertains with live performances.

Liberty Performing Arts Theatre

1600 S. Withers Rd., Liberty, MO

816.439.4373 $$ D1

LPAT.org

The entire family can enjoy live theater performances.

Lied Center of Kansas

1600 Stewart Dr., Lawrence, KS

785.864.2787 $ A3

Lied.KU.edu

World famous live entertainment with theater, concerts and shows.

Lyric Opera

Kauffman Center

for the Performing Arts: 1601 Broadway, KC, MO

816.471.7344 $$ C3

KCOpera.org

Attend live professional opera performances.

• FEATURED LISTING •

Midwest Trust Center

See ad on pg. 65

12345 College Blvd., OP, KS 913.469.4445 $$ B4

JCCC.edu

The Performing Arts Series at Johnson County Community College connects and enriches the community by serving as a national and community leader for the performing arts, presenting professional performing arts programming, providing a comprehensive arts education program and presenting new artistic work to the community. •

Miller Marley School of Dance and Voice

10448 Mastin St., OP, KS 913.492.0004 $ B3

MillerMarley.com

Local youth offer live dance performances.

Music Hall

301 W. 13th St., KC, MO

816.513.5000 $$ C3

KCConvention.com

Main Street Theater

510 Main St., Belton, MO

816.406.9422 $ C5

MainStreetTheaterBelton.com

Community theater performed on the historic city hall stage.

Martin City Melodrama

702 Blue Ridge Blvd. Grandview, MO

913.642.7576 $ C5

MartinCityMelodrama.org

Live Vaudeville-style theater is sure to leave the entire family laughing!

Metropolitan Ensemble Theatre

3927 Main St., KC, MO

816.569.3226 $ C3

MetKC.org

Currently closed and under renovation.

The Midland

1228 Main St., KC, MO 816.283.9900 $$ C3

MidlandKC.com

Live theater, concerts and other performances entertain guests.

Host to live theater in Kansas City since 1936, this facility is known for bringing world-class shows and entertainment.

Music Theater Heritage

Crown Center: 2450 Grand Blvd., Ste. 301 KC, MO

816.221.6987 $ C3

MusicTheaterHeritage.com

MTH presents classic musical theater and revue performances.

New Theatre & Restaurant

9229 Foster St., OP, KS 913.649.7469 $$ B4

NewTheatre.com

Live dinner theater features famous stars in each performance.

Northland Symphony Orchestra

Various locations

816.945.2436 $ B2

NorthlandSymphony.org

Enjoy notable symphony performances.

Starlight Theatre

• THEATRICAL PLACES •

Olathe Civic Band

Various locations

913.669.3388 Free-$ B3

OlatheCivicBand.org

Live musical performances for the community.

Olathe Civic Theatre

500 E. Loula Olathe, KS

913.782.2990 $$ B4

OlatheTheatre.org

Live community theater is produced for the entire family.

Piccadilly Puppets

Various locations

404.636.0022 $ PiccadillyPuppets.org

Touring puppet company performs shows across the KC metro area.

Puppetry Arts Institute

11025 E. Winner Rd.

Indep, MO

816.833.9777 $ D3

PuppetryArtsInstitute.org

Enjoy live puppet shows, make your own puppets and tour the museum.

Quality Hill Playhouse

303 W. 10th St.

KC, MO

816.421.1700 $$ C3

QualityHillPlayhouse.com

Live music concerts range from classical to jazz.

Slightly Off Broadway Theatre

114 N. Marietta

Excelsior Springs, MO

816.637.3728 $ D1

SOBTheatre.org

Live community theater for all ages includes children’s shows.

Starlight Theatre

4600 Starlight Rd.

KC, MO

816.363.7827 $$ C3

KCStarlight.com

Get into the spirit with starry nights, great food and the best Broadway entertainment.

StoneLion Puppet Theatre

Various locations

816.221.5351 $

StoneLionPuppets.org

Live puppet shows are tailored for children.

Storybook Theatre

3719 SW 40 Hwy. Blue Springs, MO

816.204.5702 $ D4

StorybookTheatreKC.com

Public performances are held seasonally.

T-Mobile Center

1407 Grand Blvd., KC, MO

816.949.7100 $$ C3

T-MobileCenter.com

Multiuse indoor arena in the Power & Light District.

Theatre for Young America

Union Station:

30 W. Pershing Rd., KC, MO

816.460.2083 $ C3

TYA.org

Theatre for Young America provides family shows all year.

Theatre in the Park

Outdoor:

7710 Renner Rd., Shawnee, KS

Indoor:

8788 Metcalf Ave., OP, KS

913.826.3012 $ A4

TheatreInThePark.org

Live outdoor theater is performed for the entire family every summer.

Trilogy Cultural Arts Centre

15585 S. Keeler St. Olathe, KS

913.254.4444 $ A5

TrilogyCulturalArts.com

Live theater, dance and musical performances.

The Truman

601 E. Truman Rd. KC,MO

816.205.8560 $$ C3

TheTrumanKC.com

Former car dealership and machine shop turned Kansas City’s most unique concert and event venue.

UMKC Conservatory of Music

James C. Olson

Performing Arts Center: 4949 Cherry St., KC, MO

816.235.2900 $$ C3

Conservatory.UMKC.edu

Live musical performances entertain the entire family.

UMKC Theatre

4949 Cherry St. KC, MO

816.235.6222 $$ C3

UMKCTheatre.org

UMKC college students offer live theater performances.

What If Puppets

300 E. 39th St., Suite LL2D KC, MO

816.756.3500 $ C3

WhatIfPuppets.org

An award-winning professional puppet theater.

The White Theatre at the J

5801 W. 115th St. OP, KS

913.327.8054 $$ B5

TheJKC.org

Live theater and music performances entertain the whole family.

Youth Symphony of KC

Various performance locations 209 W. 18th St. KC, MO

816.897.0577 $$ C3

YouthSymphonyKC.org

Area youth offer live classical music performances. The Culture House

SPORTS PLACES

Arrowhead Stadium

LEGEND: FREE

$ (Under $50 for family of 4)

$$ (More than $50 for family of 4)

KC – Kansas City

OP – Overland Park

Indep – Independence

Grid location (C2, D3) refers to map on pg. 29.

Note: Remember to call ahead for current hours and directions for each facility.

GO

TO A GAME

Pro, Semi-Pro and College Sports

Hy-Vee Arena

1800 Genessee St., KC, MO

816.505.0404 $-$$ C3

Hy-VeeArena.com

Hy-Vee Arena is the nation’s first multi-level, multi-functional sports complex. Two separate floors house 12 hardwood maple courts, dining, businesses and retail space to offer an unparalleled experience.

I-70 Motorsports Park

1273 N. Outer Rd., Odessa, MO

816.393.0001 $$ D3

I70MotorSportsPark.com

Outdoor motorsports track with races in the spring, summer and fall.

KC Chiefs

GEHA Field at Arrowhead Stadium:

1 Arrowhead Dr., KC, MO

816.920.4237 $$ C3

KCChiefs.com

Cheer for KC’s professional football team.

KC Comets

19100 E. Valley View Pkwy. Indep, MO

888.926.6387 $$ D3

KCComets.com

Kansas City’s indoor soccer team.

KC Mavericks

19100 E. Valley View Pkwy. Indep, MO

816.252.7825 $$ D3

KCMavericks.com

KC’s minor league ice hockey team offers family excitement.

KC Royals

Kauffman Stadium: 1 Royal Way, KC, MO

816.504.4040 $$ C3

Royals.MLB.com

Visit the K to watch KC’s professional baseball team.

KU Athletics

1651 Naismith Dr. Lawrence, KS

785.864.8200 $$ A3

KUAthletics.com

College teams for the University of Kansas, including basketball, football, baseball, cross country, track and field.

Kansas City Current

1460 E. Front St., KC, MO

913.374.0233 $$ C3

KansasCityCurrent.com

American professional women’s soccer team.

PLACES • SPORTS PLACES • SPORTS PLACES

Kansas City Monarchs

1800 Village West Pkwy., KC, KS

913.328.5618 $$ A3

MonarchsBaseball.com

The home of the Kansas City Monarchs Baseball Club, the 2021 American Association of Independent Professional Baseball champions.

Kansas Speedway

400 Speedway Blvd., KC, KS

866.460.7223 $$ A3

KansasSpeedway.com

NASCAR races, car shows and classic car races offer plenty of excitement.

Lakeside Speedway

5615 Wolcott Dr., KC, KS

913.299.9206 $ A3

LakesideSpeedway.net

The half-mile dirt track is part of NASCAR’s weekly racing series.

MU Athletics

Plays at multiple locations. 1 Champions Dr. Columbia, MO

800.228.7297 $$ D3

MUTigers.com

College teams for the University of Missouri, including basketball, football, baseball, cross country, track and field.

Sporting KC

1 Sporting Way, KC, KS

913.387.3400 $$ A3

SportingKC.com

Cheer for KC’s outdoor soccer team.

UMKC Kangaroos

Various locations $$ C3

KCRoos.com

College teams include basketball, soccer, softball, tennis, cross country, track and field and volleyball.

GO BOWLING

Aaron’s Family Fun Center

17070 Aaron Ln. Belton, MO

816.322.0488 $ C5 AaronsFEC.com

Bowlero

College Lanes: 10201 College Blvd., OP, KS

913.451.6400 $ B4 Bowlero.com

Diamond Bowl

218 N. Osage St. Indep, MO

816.252.8003 $ D3

Diamond-Bowl.com

Gladstone Bowl

300 NW 72nd St. Gladstone, MO

816.436.2695 $ C2 GladstoneBowl.net

KC Bowl

8201 State Ave., KC, KS

913.299.1110 $ A3 KCBowl.com

Lunar Bowl

2001 NW 7 Hwy. Blue Springs, MO

816.220.7722 $ D3 LunarBowl.com

Mission Bowl

1020 S. Weaver St. Olathe, KS

913.782.0279 $ A5 MissionBowl.com

Olathe Lanes East

303 N. Lindenwood Dr. Olathe, KS

913.764.4568 $ A5 OLEast.com

Park Lanes

Family Fun Center 7701 Renner Rd. Shawnee, KS

913.248.1110 $ A4 ParkLanesKC.com

Pinstripes

13500 Nall Ave., OP, KS 913.681.2255 $ B5 Pinstripes.com

In addition to bowling, enjoy bocce and bistro.

Premier Bowling & Recreation Center

11400 E. 350 Hwy., Raytown, MO 816.356.5955 $ C3 PremierBowl.com

Retro Bowl

906 W. Liberty Dr. Liberty, MO 816.781.1998 $ D2 Facebook.com/Retro.Bowl

This location also offers batting cages, billiards and more.

Sterling Bowl

11216 E. 24 Hwy. Sugar Creek, MO

816.252.2111 $ D3 SterlingBowl.com

Summit Lanes

803 SW Oldham Pkwy. Lee’s Summit, MO

816.524.3322 $ D4

SummitLanes.com

Ward Parkway Lanes

1523 W. 89th St., KC, MO

816.363.2700 $ C3

WardParkwayLanes.com

GO

SWIM

Indoor Pools & Aquatic Centers

Blue Valley Rec Aquatic Center

6545 W. 151st St., OP, KS 913.685.6000 $ B5 BlueValleyRec.org

Gladstone Community Center

6901 N. Holmes St. Gladstone, MO

816.423.4200 $ C2 Gladstone.MO.us

Great Wolf Lodge

• SPORTS PLACES • SPORTS PLACES • SPORTS

City Royals

Southeast Community Center: 4201 E. 63rd St., KC, MO 816.513.0632 $ C3

Tony Aguirre Community Center:

2050 W. Pennway, KC, MO 816.513.8530 $ C3 KCParks.org

KC YMCA

Locations with Indoor Pools KansasCityYMCA.org

Atchison Family YMCA: 321 Commercial, Atchison, KS

913.367.4948 $ A1

Bonner Springs Family YMCA: 2251 S. 138th St. Bonner Springs, KS 913.422.9348 $ A2

Cleaver Family YMCA: 7000 Troost Ave., KC, MO 816.285.9622 $ C3

Linwood YMCA: 3800 E. Linwood Blvd., KC, MO 816.923.5675 $ C3

North Kansas City YMCA: 1999 Iron St., North KC, MO 816.300.0531 $ C3

Olathe Family YMCA: 21400 W. 153rd St., Olathe, KS 913.393.9622 $ A5

Paul Henson Family YMCA: 4200 W. 79th St. Prairie Village, KS 913.642.6800 $ B4

Lenexa Rec Center Pool

17201 W. 87th St. Pkwy. Lenexa, KS

913.477.7529 $ A4 Lenexa.com

Liberty, MO Community Center

1600 S. Withers Rd. Liberty, MO

816.439.4360 $ D2 ci.Liberty.MO.us

Matt Ross Community Center

8101 Marty St., OP, KS

913.895.6350 $ B4 OPKansas.org

Merriam Community Center

6040 Slater St. Merriam, KS Merriam.org

913.322.5550 $ B4

Merriam Community Center is a one-of-a-kind, year-round destination for fitness, indoor and outdoor aquatics, classes and events.

Olathe Community Center and Stagecoach Park

1205 E. Kansas City Rd. Olathe, KS

913.971.8563 $-$$ A5 OlatheKS.org

Great Wolf Lodge

10401 Cabela Dr., KC, KS 800.608.9653 $$ A3 GreatWolf.com

Enjoy a four-story interactive tree house, winding lazy river and numerous waterslides. Harrisonville Community Center

2400 Jefferson Pkwy. Harrisonville, MO

816.380.8980 $ C5 ci.Harrisonville.MO.us

Henley Aquatic Center

18200 E. MO 78 Hwy. Indep, MO

816.521.5377 $ D3 sites.ISDSchools.org/Henley

High Blue Wellness Center

16400 N. Mullen Rd. Belton, MO

816.348.7400 $ C5 BeltonParks.org

Jewish Community Center of Greater KC

5801 W. 115th St., OP, KS 913.327.8000 $ B5 TheJKC.org

KC MO Parks & Rec

Community Centers with Indoor Pools

Gregg Klice Community Center:

1600 John “Buck” O’Neil Way KC, MO 816.513.0652 $ C3

Platte County Community Center North: 3101 Running Horse Platte City, MO 816.858.0114 $ A1

Platte County Community Center South: 8875 Clark Ave., Parkville, MO 816.505.2622 $ B2

Providence YMCA/ Ball Family Center: 8601 Parallel Pkwy., KC, KS 913.378.9622 $ A2

Red Bridge Family YMCA: 11300 Holmes Rd., KC, MO 816.942.2020 $ C5

Legacy Park Community Center

901 NE Bluestem Dr. Lee’s Summit, MO 816.969.1550 $ D4 CityOfLS.net

Park Hill Aquatic Center

8152 N. Congress Ave. KC, MO

816.359.4080 $ B1 Parkhill.K12.MO.us

Roeland Park Aquatic Center

4843 Rosewood Dr. Roeland Park, KS 913.742.7006 $ B3 RoelandPark.net

Sylvester Powell Jr. Community Center

6200 Martway St. Mission, KS

913.722.8200 $ B3 MissionKS.org

The View 13500 Byars Rd. Grandview, MO

816.316.4888 $ C5 Grandview.org

Kansas

PLACES • SPORTS PLACES • SPORTS PLACES •

GO SWIM

Outdoor Pools & Water Parks

Adventure Oasis Water Park

2100 S. Hub Dr. Indep, MO

816.325.7843

$-$$ D3

ci.Independence.MO.us

Water park with three waterslides, pool, lazy river and more.

The Bay Water Park

7101 Longview Rd. KC, MO

816.965.9218 $ C4

TheBayKC.com

A zero-entry pool, lap pool, lazy river and waterslides.

Black Bob Bay

14570 W. 151st St. Olathe, KS

913.971.5345 $-$$ B4

OlatheKS.org

Features include raft waterslides, a lazy river, shallow water play structures, a dive well, a 50-meter pool and a baby pool.

Blue Surf Bay

425 NE Mock Ave.

Blue Springs, MO

816.228.0137 $-$$ D3

BlueSpringsGov.com

State-of-the-art indoor/outdoor facility. Features include wave ball pool, lazy river, slides, zerodepth pool, surf simulator and lifestyle wellness pools.

Bluejacket Pool

10101 Bond, OP, KS

913.327.5671 $-$$ B3

OPKansas.org

Features include a 15-foot-tall waterslide, 3-meter and 1-meter diving boards and zero-depth entry youth pool with a dolphin waterslide.

Bonner Springs Aquatic Park

1200 S. 134th St. Bonner Springs, KS

913.422.7011 $ A3

BonnerSprings.org

The aquatic park features a zero-depth entry pool, 25-meter lap pool, floatable pods, water playground, diving boards, waterslides and basketball goal.

Fairway Swimming Pool

62nd & Mission Road Fairway, KS

913.722.3161 $ B3

FairwayKansas.org

This location features a pool with two designated lap lanes, high and low diving boards, an 11-foot slide and a fenced 12-inch-deep wading pool for toddlers to play.

Frontier Pool

15909 W. 127th St. Olathe, KS

913.971.5349 $-$$ B4

OlatheKS.org/ParksRec

Features include a waterslide, zero-depth entry, dive well, spray features and a lap pool.

Gardner Aquatic Park

Cornerstone Park: 215 N. Center Gardner, KS

913.856.0962 $ B5

GardnerKansas.gov/pool

Special amenities include zerodepth entry, an active in-water play area, lazy river, multiple waterslides, floatable walk, climbing nets, spraygrounds and a tot pool.

Gladstone Municipal Pool

Central Park:

7011 N. Holmes Gladstone, MO

816.423.4200 $ C2

Gladstone.MO.us

This pool features zero-depth entry, sprayground, dumping bucket, open flume slide and a drop slide.

Grain Valley Aquatic Center

713 S. Main Grain Valley, MO

816.847.6230 $ D3

CityOfGrainValley.org

Features include a zero-depth entry pool and waterslides. Swim lessons are offered also.

KC Watersports

25825 Edgemore Rd. Paola, KS

913.783.4300 $ A3

KCWatersports.com

KC Watersports is the best wakeboarding destination in the Midwest.

KCMO Parks Outdoor Pools

Ashland Square Pool: 23rd & Elmwood, KC, MO

816.350.2628 $ C3

Brush Creek Community Center:

3801 Emanuel Cleaver II Blvd. KC, MO

816.513.0730 $ C3

Budd Park:

5600 Budd Park Esplanade KC, MO

816.350.2628 $ C3

Gorman Pool: 101 NE 47th St., KC, MO

816.350.2628 $ C3

Grove Park Pool: Truman Rd. & Benton Blvd. KC, MO

816.350.2628 $ C3

Jarboe Park Pool: 16th & Jarboe, KC, MO

816.350.2628 $ C3

Line Creek Community Center Pool: 5940 NE Waukomis Dr., KC, MO

816.513.076 $ B2

Swope Park Pool: 6700 Lewis Rd., KC, MO

816.350.2628 $ C3

KCParks.org

Enjoy affordable outdoor swimming at KC Parks pools.

Leawood Aquatic Center

10601 Lee Blvd. Leawood, KS

913.327.3977 $-$$ B3 Leawood.org

Olympic size 50-meter pool, with youth pool, fountains and slides.

Lenexa Parks and Rec Outdoor Pools

Ad Astra Pool: 8265 Maurer Rd. Lenexa, KS

913.492.7946 $ B3

Flat Rock Creek Pool: 13120 W. 103rd St. Lenexa, KS

913.888.3202 $ B3

Indian Trails Aquatic Center: 8801 Greenway Ln. Lenexa, KS

913.888.4659 $ B3

ci.Lenexa.KS.us

Enjoy affordable outdoor swimming at Lenexa’s pools.

Liberty Community Center Pools

1600 S. Withers Rd., Liberty, MO

816.439.4360 $ D1

ci.Liberty.MO.us

This location boasts two outdoor pools, including a children’s fountain pool and two indoor pools.

Merriam Aquatic Center

6040 Slater, Merriam, KS 913.322.5518 $$ B3

Merriam.org

Offers zero-depth entry, diving boards, a zip line and more.

Mill Creek Pool

320 E. Poplar, Olathe, KS

913.971.5337 $-$$ B4

OlatheKS.org

Offers zero-depth entry, a lap pool, dive well, waterslide and spray features.

Mission Family Aquatic Center

5930 W. 61st St., Mission, KS

913.722.8209 $-$$ B3

MissionKS.org

This large outdoor pool also has an additional kiddie pool.

Oceans of Fun

4545 Worlds of Fun Ave. KC, MO 816.454.4545 $$ C2

WorldsOfFun.com

With waves of fun from mild to wild, Oceans of Fun offers AMAZING for everyone in the family.

Oregon

Trail Pool

1750 W. Dennis Olathe, KS 913.971.5348 $-$$ B4

OlatheKS.org

Features include a waterslide, zero-depth entry, dive well, spray features and a lap pool.

Parkwood Swimming Pool

950 Quindaro Blvd. KC, KS

913.551.0402 $ B2

WYCoKCK.org

With daily admission at only $1, this is one of the most affordable pools in the metro.

• SPORTS PLACES • SPORTS PLACES • SPORTS

Prairie Village Pool Complex

7711 Delmar, Prairie Village, KS

913.385.4650 $ B3

PVKansas.com

The complex features two waterslides and the plunge pool, zero-depth entrances to the leisure and wading pools, large pool deck area, tubing, lap pool and therapeutic whirlpool.

Riverside Community Center Pool

4498 NW High Dr. Riverside, MO

816.587.7801 $ B2

RiversideMO.com

The 3,750-square-foot pool features a zero-depth entrance for the little ones, diving boards for the bigger kids and a splash and play area for everyone.

Roeland Park Aquatic Center

4843 Rosewood Dr. Roeland Park, KS

913.432.1377 $ B3

RoelandPark.net

Features include a 50-meter inverted “C”-shaped pool with a 25-yard-by-25-meter competitive area, a dive well, an inflatable slide, four 50-meter lap lanes and a children’s area.

Sar-Ko-Par Aquatic Center

8801 Greenway Ln., Lenexa, KS

913.888,4659 $-$$ A4 Lenexa.com

Zero-depth entry pool, climbable play feature with dump bucket, lazy river, eightlane 25-meter competition pool, deep water alcove, two aquaclimb climbing walls, waterslide complex and more.

Splash Cove

5800 King Ave., Shawnee, KS

913.631.7177 $-$$ B4

CityOfShawnee.org

Splash Cove features a mini wave pool, 125-foot full body slide, interactive playground features, instructional pool, WiFi access and a party cabana.

The Springs Aquatic Center

9400 N. Congress Ave. KC, MO

816.880.0279 $ B2

TheSpringsKC.com

Two waterslides, a lazy river with a vortex, two splash playgrounds, a zero-depth entry pool with play features and an Olympic size 50-meter competitive pool.

Stonegate Pool

9701 Antioch, OP, KS

913.327.5674 $-$$ B3

OPKansas.org

Features include a 22-foot-high spiral waterslide, a 1-meter diving board, a youth pool with fountain features, a 25-meter lap lane and more than 25 feet of zero-depth area.

Summit Waves

120 SW Blue Pkwy. Lee’s Summit, MO

816.969.1545 $-$$ C3

CityOfLS.net

Features a 904-foot action river, body slide, tube slide, six-lane lap pool with diving boards, a water playground area featuring mini-slides and more.

Thomas A. Soetaert Aquatic Center

13805 Johnson Dr., Shawnee, KS

913.631.0054 $ A4

CityOfShawnee.org

Features an eight-lane, 50-meter pool, diving boards, two body slides, a lazy river, vortex, interactive aquatic features, enclosed baby pool area with water playground.

Tomahawk Ridge Aquatic Center

11950 Lowell, OP, KS

913.327.5675 $-$$ B3

OPKansas.org

Features a zero-depth entry, cooling fountains, diving boards, a 60-foot-long family slide and a twisting slide, 25-meter lap lane, youth pool and a large sand area for playing.

Young’s Pool

8421 W. 77th St., OP, KS

913.327.5676 $-$$ B3

OPKansas.org

Overland Park’s only Olympic size pool, and a 200-foot flume body slide, diving boards, zerodepth pool with fountains and youth pool with slides.

GO ROLLER-SKATE

Northland Rolladium

1020 Kent St., Liberty, MO

816.792.0590 $ D2

SkateLiberty.net

Olahrama

13903 E. Noland Ct. Indep, MO

816.252.1084 $ D3 Olahrama.com

Rink Ratz

513 SW Keystone Dr. Blue Springs, MO 816.229.7793 $ D4 Rink-Ratz.com

River Roll Skate Center

4720 NW Gateway Ave. Riverside, MO

816.587.0131 $ C2

RiverRoll.com

Skate City West

7838 Washington Ave. KC, KS

913.788.7788 $ A3

SkateCityWest.com

Skate City Overland Park

10440 Mastin St., OP, KS

913.888.6668 $ B4 SkateCityKansas.com

Skate City Shawnee

9800 W. 62nd Ter., Shawnee, KS 913.262.0711 $ B3 SkateCityKansas.com

Winnwood Skate Center

4426 NE Winn Rd., KC, MO

816.452.1171 $ C2 WinnwoodSk8.com

GO ICE-SKATE & SNOW SKI

• FEATURED LISTING •

Crown Center Ice Terrace

See ad on pg. 3

2425 Grand Blvd., KC, MO

816.274.8411 $ C3

CrownCenter.com

Kansas City’s only outdoor iceskating rink opens for its 50th season on Nov. 4 and is open

through mid-March. The Crown Center Ice Terrace offers great events and specials throughout the season; check the website for details. Make memories on the ice with the entire family at the Ice Terrace. •

The Ice at Park Place

11565 Ash St. Leawood, KS

913.663.2070 $ B5

ParkPlaceLeawood.com

The Ice at Park Place is the only outdoor ice rink in Johnson County.

Independence Community Ice

19100 E. Valley View Pkwy. Indep, MO

816.442.6128 $ D3

IndependenceCommunityIce.com

Enjoy year-round skating at the indoor ice rink.

KC Ice Center

19900 Johnson Dr. Shawnee Mission, KS

913.441.3033 $ B3

KCIceCenter.com

An indoor ice-skating rink.

Line Creek Ice Rink

5940 NW Waukomis Dr. KC, MO

816.513.0760 $ C2

KCMO.org

Indoor ice-skating rink offers family fun.

Snow Creek Ski Area

1 Snow Creek Dr. Weston, MO

816.640.2200 $$ A1 Man-made snow is used for this ski area where you may enjoy skiing and snowboarding.

Summit Ice

120 NE Chipman Rd. Lee’s Summit, MO

816.249.2600 $ D4

KCIce.net

A new outdoor ice rink for skating, hockey, curling and broom ball.

PLACES • SPORTS PLACES • SPORTS PLACES

GO LEARN

ABOUT SPORTS

Sports and Motorsports

Museums

College Basketball Experience

1401 Grand Blvd., KC, MO

816.949.7500 $ C3

CollegeBasketballExperience.com

Hands-on exhibits place visitors in game-like situations.

Kansas City Auto Museum

15095 W. 116th St. Olathe, KS

913.322.4227 $ B5

KansasCityAutoMuseum.com

A new museum honoring Kansas City’s automotive manufacturing and collector community.

• FEATURED LISTING • Negro Leagues Baseball Museum

See ad on pg. 64

1616 E. 18th St. KC, MO

816.221.1920 $ C3

NLBM.com

Founded in 1990, the 10,000square-foot Negro Leagues

Baseball Museum preserves the rich history of Black American baseball. Experience a tour of multimedia displays, museum store, hundreds of photographs and artifacts dating from the late 1800s through the 1960s. Through educational programming and innovative

exhibitions, the Negro Leagues

Baseball Museum preserves the history of Black American baseball. •

Royals Hall of Fame

Kauffman Stadium

1 Royal Way, KC, MO

816.921.8000 $ C3

MLB.com/Royals

A venue that traces the history of Royals baseball.

GO PLAY SPORTS

Sports Complexes, Batting Cages and Golf

Blackbob Batting Adventures

14570 W. 151st St., Olathe, KS

913.254.7409 $ A5

BlackbobPark.com

Outdoor batting cages and outdoor miniature golf.

Blue Valley Rec Batting Cages

9701 W. 137th St., OP, KS

913.685.6030 $ B5

BlueValleyRec.org

Hit at outdoor batting cages.

Canyon Farms Golf Club

17501 W. 87th St. Pkwy. Lenexa, KS

913.529.2235 $ B4

CanyonFarmsGolfClub.com

Canyon Farms Golf Club’s stateof-the-art clubhouse and unique course make it the perfect country club!

Chicken N Pickle

1761 Burlington, North KC, MO 816.537.1400 $-$$ B3

5901 W. 135th St., OP, KS 913.703.5950 $-$$ B5

ChickenNPickle.com

Play pickleball, grab a healthy bite to eat or enjoy lawn games.

EPIC Center KC

19310 E. 50th Ter., Indep, MO 816.795.7171 $ D3

EpicCenterKC.com

The 70,000-square-foot facility offers youth and adult indoor soccer, basketball, volleyball and flag football.

Fieldhouse of Blue Springs

425 NE Mock Ave. Blue Springs, MO 816.228.0137 $ D3

BlueSpringsGov.com

Indoor batting cages, indoor blacklight miniature golf, throwing tunnels and more.

Fowling Warehouse

1020 W 103rd St., KC, MO

816.816.3695 $ C5

FowlingWarehouse.com

Indoor game as competitors throw a football at 10 bowling pins.

Golf Ranch

1501 US-40, Lee’s Summit, MO 816.622.9080 $$ D4

GolfRanchUSA.com

A place to practice or a place to play. Experience Toptracer golf bays, miniature golf and fun.

Mac-N-Seitz

Baseball & Softball

13705 Holmes Rd. KC, MO

816.942.9992 $ C5

MacNSeitz.com

Two major league-size infields, two full-size bullpens, indoor batting cages and more.

Mid-America Sports Complex

20000 Johnson Dr. Shawnee, KS

913.826.2903 $ A4

JCPRD.com

Outdoor batting cages offer up fun and practice.

SERV

9051 Metcalf Ave. OP, KS

913.300.1418 $-$$ B5

ServFun.com

Indoor pickleball courts and restaurant.

Shoal Creek Driving Range & Batting Cages

5757 NE 96th St. KC, MO

816.734.9595 $ C1

ShoalCreekDrivingRange.com

Visit the outdoor batting cages and golf course.

T-Shotz

660 NW Metro North Dr. KC, MO

816.702.1320 $$ B1

TShotz.com

T-Shotz is Kansas City’s locally owned, next-generation golf and entertainment venue.

Tom Urquhart’s School of Baseball

7875 Mastin Dr. OP, KS

913.385.2255 $ B4

385Ball.com

Indoor pitching tunnels, batting cages and field.

Topgolf

10611 Nall Ave. OP, KS

913.562.9713 $-$$ B4

Topgolf.com/us

Features 102 bays over three floors.

Lenexa Rec Center

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