Super adorable event space with plenty of space and amenities. The wedding was held outside, then a…read morecocktail hour out on the deck, followed by dinner inside, an outdoor dance floor and finished the night off with a dessert truck!!!

Wedding venue was so beautiful! Please see pics attached. My aunt said they were able to save…read morethousands of dollars by switching from Sat afternoon to Sun at 4pm.

Exceptional. A true farm-to-table experience delivered with a high level of service and culinary…read moreexpertise. The five-course meal, crafted by a remarkably talented chef using a variety of techniques from their farm, was beautifully executed in a surreal indoor-outdoor setting. Every dish was spectacular, and the beverage pairings were creative and perfectly curated. The owners' labor of love is evident from start to finish, making this a true gem in the Lawrence/Lecompton area. Our guests from Leawood, Kansas said they would gladly make the drive back anytime to experience another one of these magical culinary evenings.

We heard about Burning Barrel and Origin Restaurant from a friend and quickly booked tickets online…read morefor one of their first weekends of service. We were not disappointed. We arrived on the farm (after our Ford GPS took us a wonky route along a few miles of dirt road--so make sure you stay on paved roads and you won't have trouble--I was told by Kristin, our host and one of the owners, that Google Maps has no problem). I have to share our experience in detail because I feel we discovered a new must-visit experience in the KC area! We arrived at the 30-acre farm, parked in the field, and were greeted by our server who welcomed us warmly and offered us an arrival cocktail to sip while we explored the truly lovely grounds, pond, and nearby goats. After our leisurely stroll, we returned to the dining pavilion and found our seats at the gorgeous (and massive!) live-edge dining table along with a menu specifically for this weekend. Our gracious host Kristen and server brought out our first drink pairing, a minted lime seltzer that was refreshing and light. Our first course arrived--Blue Jade cornbread with arugula, sweet pea salad, and chicken liver paté. The cornbread was unlike any I had before and was absolutely delicious. The sweet pea salad was literally bursting with flavor the peas were so fresh and the chicken liver paté out of this world. Such an interesting flavor profile and combination. The next beverage pairing arrived a short time later as we enjoyed the perfect evening, a blackberry purple basil shrub. This drink was also delicious and refreshing (and save that blackberry for last--what a treat!). The Mangalista pig, we were told, is the "wagyu of pork" and the crisp, tasty, marbled pork chop was excellent. It was served with a beet "kimchi" with fennel root and a sheep cheese dumpling that was creamy and flavorful. Finally, our coffees were served and a dessert of yellow squash cake, lemon honey ice cream with mulberry compote was brought to us. Again, the dish was original, delicious, and a perfect ending to our meal. We can't wait to come back and have try a new menu in the future. Such a perfect evening and the chef has such an exciting vision for hyper-local farm-to-table flavors and dishes.

We're still planning an event but the staff were very responsive and incredibly helpful.read more

I'll be honest, I never got BBQ. It never really appealed to me. That has changed because of the…read more180 room. The staff here was very helpful, they were there when you needed them, but not so much that they were in your face all the time. Perfect balance. I had some burnt ends, and they were tasty. I expected to load up on those for the evening, but I decided to try the famous Kansas City rubs I had heard so much about. BAM! I get it now! These ribs put every BBQ rib I have had before now to shame. My tastebuds now understand what ribs should taste like. It was a magical cross between perfection and awesome. I ate until I was ready to split a seam. Absolutely incredible. If you can get yourself here, do it... the food is amazing!

Great space!! I have used the Ball Conf Center for a few different events. I think it is a great…read moresize and allows for a lot of versatility in food and decor. The staff are friendly and are always super responsive to my questions and needs. I have appreciated the audio/visual support since IT can be a headache if you don't have people who know what they're doing. I will continue to use the Ball Conf Center. I also like how a portion of event proceeds go to KVC which provides foster care and adoption for children who have experienced abuse or neglect.

From the owner: Ball Conference Center is a facility for special events, weddings, business meetings and many other…read moreoccasions. Based in Olathe, Kansas, the center covers 4,800-square-foot land space that features a ballroom, executive boardroom, learning center and kitchen for catering services. The center organizes weddings, social/business events, meetings and seminars. The ballroom is an ideal place for any event and can accommodate up to 300 guests. Its other two rooms are suitable for business meetings and luncheons. Ball Conference Center offers beautiful wedding ceremonies and receptions, which include tables, chairs, dance floor, portable bars, audio/visual equipment, table linens as well as providing complete music entertainment.

I am still in awe on how wonderful it was working with Lisa from Simple Elegance. She made sure…read morethat my wedding day was perfect!!!!! She was such a help with everything from finding vendors to setting up on the day of the wedding. My mom and I enjoyed working with her tremendously. Simple Elegance knows so much about weddings, I would highly recommend every bride to reach out to them before planning their weddings! It was worth every dollar spent!

The best of the best. This is coming from an art teacher and a perfectionist with a wild mother and…read moreeven wilder mother-in-law. They did THE BEST JOB YOU COULD POSSIBLY IMAGINE... please feel free to contact me to get all the wonderful, stress-free details. I was tempted to go with a funkier place, but thank God everyday for going with Kindra and her amazing team. They know exactly what they are doing. On top of everything. Incredibly responsible and proactive. Incredibly personable and in-the-know for all things wedding. I honestly dont think I would have survived my wedding if it wasnt for Simple Elegance... and I am completely serious... I had a dramatic ending to my wedding extravaganza! : )

Due to the NFL draft in town that week, all other hotels in the Overland Park and Olathe area were…read moretoo high cost. While this hotel wasn't the cheapest either, it was located closer to my company HQ than others. The room was nice. Internet was not too high speed, but was OK. The only advice I would have for everyone-----make sure your room doesn't face the highway. I had the worst night of no sleep due to highway noise. The only way to compensate was to run the air handling unit constantly which would create a "white noise" effect. I was finally able to get some sleep the next night, but not a good one. They will only clean rooms if you ask them. The fitness center was very good. Breakfast was typical Hampton ---eggs, bacon, sausage, cereal and waffles. Sorry they had no bananas. Staff was friendly and the manager apologized for the highway noise after I checked out.

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We ended up using DJ Aaron G at our wedding and it we had a PHENOMENAL experience! From the…read moreprep-meeting to the end of the night, Aaron was so great to work with! They are professional, on-time, experienced and AFFORDABLE! We wouldn't not have changed a thing. The music he played was great - and we had soooo many compliments on the music. Could not recommend them more!

From the owner: Just 4 Schools specializes in a more modern approach to school entertainment. Today's youth demand…read moremore, and we deliver! Utilizing inspiration from concert production, J4S applies that technology to transform not just the sound and lighting, but the whole ambience and experience. Every show is unique because we design the event with you from the ground up.