Kauffman Center for the Performing Arts. I call it the…read moreKansas Opera House :). This massive performing arts center is like a State pride for Kansas City, Missouri. It reminded me of the famed Opera House in Australia, except that this one is at a crossroad, not near any sort of water body, and much closer to home in US !  Kansas , Missouri has been historically known for its jazz, classical music and theatre. It has this typical theatrical staging for an auditorium with all the seats facing the same way towards the stage, which is framed by an arch- this setting also has a fancy name - its called  Proscenium Arch ( pruh-see-ni-um - I had to ask google how to pronounce it ...lol)It is a non-profit theatre !!!!  Wow! Built to promote dance, opera, music , it is perfect for the city to live up to its reputation of being widely recognized destination for vibrant and colorful arts. It has two big halls interconnected with a foyer, its simply impressively massive and absolutely stunning architecture.  I read from the brochure that Acoustical considerations factored into every architectural decision of the building, right from the shape of the hall to the grain of the wood paneling. And also that it seats 1600 guests at a time. Located at the heart of downtown Kansas on 16th and Broadway, it is near the  city's Power & Light District, the T-Mobile Center and the Crossroads Arts District with plenty of parking within, but if you don't want to get stuck after a performance, it is better to take a cab here.

RedBull Dance Your Style Qualifier Midwest USA took over the Muriel Kauffman stage last night and…read morewhat a night! One on one street dance battle where the crowd decides who's the winner, red or blue, with wands that were handed out, narrowing the competition down to the final two. And the winner is Briana "Passion" Grey. The cost was only $16 dollars! Excuse my lack of video editing but for close up pictures and better videos check out the Kansas City Stars article.

Brought my family here for the knights of lights winter event for the first time. The event ran…read morefrom 530pm-9pm. Upon scanning your ticket, there were two guards at a display playing trumpets(Hark the Herald Angels Sing). The hostess encouraged us to redeem our free gift at a booth across from the entrance and there, they gave one free renaissance festival ticket to each guest. Pleasant surprise! The lights were very nice and definitely gave a joyful medieval Christmas overlay. The lighted paths were fun but sometimes difficult to follow. It was easy to roam off the path and get a little turned around but it was no trouble at all, just a bit rocky terrain so good walking shoes are recommended. There were booths that provided warmth, food, alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages. I worked at the chicken and chips booth at the renaissance festival when when I was 14, my very first job, so I had to stop and order some chicken and chips(french fries) with a side of honey mustard and my husband ordered the brisket chili. The chili was served in a 16oz styrofoam cup which kept it hot until he was finished. The chicken and chips were served hot and fresh as well...3 large chicken strips and delicious crispy french fries. Both meals were absolutely PHENOMENAL for such a decent price of $9 each. As we ate, we sat and watched a fire show with juggling and other fun tricks. Unfortunately, I didn't get but one photo because I had an extended day of work and didn't get to charge my phone before heading to the event. We plan to return next year. Tickets were very affordable and with early bird special, we purchased all 5 tickets for $58. 4 adults and one child. It was a great time!

Friends and I stopped in for the Knights Of Lights, It has been good to see that staff take feed…read moreback from year to year and try to make improvements every year. This year they opened up the festival grounds more and moved some of the stuff like the Glow Mini Golf, Snowball fight area and light up maze out of the flow of the normal walk way so that you could enjoy the lights and time without having to dodge some kid throwing stuff at you. They also moved the Cookie making station to the White Stage Hall which made the flow of it better and less of a wait line. My whole group spent the $28 on the refillable hot chocolate thermos, I do wish there were more locations to refill it I only saw two places. They did do a better job at having warming tents spread throughout more as well. There were performances and a pub crawl you could join in as well.

Kansas City has some of the coolest spots, this is one of them! Science city is located inside the…read moreiconic Union Station in downtown. Current parking rates are free for the first 30 minutes, $7 for 30 minutes - 1 hour, 4+ hours (all day) $16. Double check before going. Tickets for science city run at $16 per person, which is not bad for what's included. This huge building had so many different sections with tons of things to do!! Very age appropriate, creative, room to run around. My daughter's favorite area was the room with paint and cleaning tools. Honestly it's a fun spot for adults too. If I lived in the area, I'd say a membership is totally worth it! We spent almost 4 hours here and we didn't get to see everything. 10 out of 10 recommend. One downside is, no outside food or drinks are allowed. I didn't see anywhere to buy food inside either, I could be wrong, but prepare or eat ahead!

A must visit! I had read wonderful things about Science City before our move here and immediately…read moreadded it to my bucket list of places to take my kids. When it came home on the field trip flyer for one of their schools I knew I had to go. We had an incredible time and as a field trip it was fantastically organized (with multiple other schools there that day). We were able to explore and enjoy all of the exhibits, eat lunch, and play some more. Within days after the field trip we returned so my other kids could also have a day of fun. It was a great outing for our family. Full of things to do it is so easy to spend a full day here. Science City is a must if you are looking for something to do with your family within the city.

Honestly disappointing. After hearing from everyone how it was a can't miss opportunity, it was…read morejust the same pop ups you can see anywhere. Not saying it's a terrible experience but you'd get the same at any street fair in Missouri. Nothing special whatsoever

Mix off people and no issues year after year even at night food selection narrowing to carnival…read morefood some home town like turkey legs , artic ice and scouts bbq new this year were Amish small pies were good still beats all other cities that all they have is junk made from china

I recently attended the FIFA Fan Festival in Kansas City, and I had an amazing time! Getting there…read morewas a breeze thanks to the KC360 Connect bus and the KC Streetcar, which made transportation convenient and stress-free. There was so much to see and do throughout the festival. The variety of activities kept the energy high, and my favorite experience was definitely the Silent Disco--it was such a fun and unique addition that had everyone dancing and enjoying themselves. My only downside was the food. While there were plenty of options, I found it to be pretty expensive, and the quality didn't quite match the price. That was a bit disappointing, but it wasn't enough to take away from the overall experience. Between the entertainment, atmosphere, and easy transportation, the FIFA Fan Festival was well worth attending. I had a fantastic time and would definitely recommend checking it out if you're in Kansas City for the event!

It's amazing to think the FIFA World Cup came to Kansas City in 2026…read more Tickets to the matches themselves were well beyond our budget, so we watched the games on TV. But we did want to experience the atmosphere, so we headed to the FIFA Fan Fest to celebrate with fans from around the world. We took the free shuttle from KCI, which dropped us off about three blocks from the entrance. Because I wasn't sure if the daily allotment of 25,000 free admissions would fill up, we purchased Premium Garden Passes to guarantee entry. After attending on the afternoon of July 9, I honestly wish we had just used the free admission. The Premium Garden included high-top bar seating under a canopy, a small collection of cushioned lawn chairs in the shade, and dedicated restrooms. Those perks were nice, but not enough to justify the price. And the space was packed. As others have mentioned, food and drink prices were steep. We ordered two gin and tonics that came to $36 (before tax and tip) and they were served in small plastic cups. What really got under my skin, though, was when I asked for a few cups of ice for water bottles we had brought with us. The hostess said she could only give me one cup of ice. It was a larger cup, but I couldn't help asking why they were rationing ice after I'd paid $55 for a Premium ticket. That said, the festival itself was laid out very well. There was plenty of room to move around, lots of food choices, and a fun, energetic atmosphere with fans representing countries from all over the world. Even the best bargain I found--a cold 12-ounce bottle of Coke from an ice bath--still cost $7. I suppose some of the pricing is to be expected at a FIFA event. Overall, I'm glad we went because it was a unique experience. But if I had it to do over again, I would skip the Premium Garden Passes and simply take advantage of the free admission.

Saw a concert at the Midland. This venue is very cool; the ceilings and decor are very ornate and…read morebeautiful. The theater dates back to the 1920's. We have general admission tickets as we brought out 2 boys to their first concert here. It was the perfect first concert! There were plenty of bathrooms and bars throughout. The general admission for this concert was standing room but the floor is tiered and there were some chairs in the back. Overall it was a great experience.

Had a blast at my first show here! Easy entrance with ticketing and security. The theater itself is…read morebeautiful and I loved their concert space including what I thought to be a good assortment of seating and standing areas. I know personal space perhaps can't be guaranteed at every show, but I was able to enjoy the whole show with breathing room and not bumping into anyone. Bar staff was quick and friendly. Not gonna lie, $17 for a medium sized Boulevard Southwest Blvd is kind of crazy but oh well. Sound quality and the stage were solid as well! Glad to have this on my radar as somewhere I would definitely attend another show.

I came in as a walk-in and didn't buy tickets ahead of time. It was super easy to get a ticket, and…read morethe host who explained everything was energetic, funny, and really got everyone excited. The experience is easy to follow. You wear a wristband and scan it throughout different themed rooms as you explore. I loved how immersive it was, with puzzles, games, interactive activities, and lots of great photo opportunities. There are mirrored rooms and movie theater and my favorite was the 1990's nostalgia room. They also have a pizza restaurant, gift shop, speakeasy bar, arcade, and live entertainment every hour, which made it easy to enjoy your time there. I ordered a cocktail at the speak easy and it was just okay. Overall, I thought $40 was a little more than I expected to pay, but I appreciated that it wasn't overcrowded and there was always something fun to discover in each room. I'd definitely recommend it if you've got two hours to burn.

Atlas 9 is a combination of movie theater (extra cost), art installations, interactive puzzles, a…read morefew costumed characters, small performances, arcade games (for extra cost), and foods/drinks (for extra cost). It fills a niche spot that KC did not have prior to Atlas 9's arrival. I would say that although you can bring children here, the puzzles are geared more toward adults due to their complexity and where things are physically placed (higher than waist level for some). Children can still enjoy the whimsy/weird interactive environment and play in the arcade though. You could spend a whole day here if you wanted to be a completionist and read every single clue to complete the puzzles correctly, or choose to skip the puzzles altogether and spend about 3 hours just going through all the different rooms and watching their small performances (a couple dancers, an aerial silk artist, a saxophone player). Your experience could be greatly affected depending on how busy it is though, since the puzzle stations often require each person to spend some time there, creating a line of people waiting to use the station. It can be kind of pricey at: --$40 per adult --$20 per child aged 3-12 --$25 per adult WYN county --$15 per child WYN county --$25 per "hero" if you're a teacher, nurse, EMT, firefighter, police officer, active military, or veteran --$25 per senior aged 60+ However, on Tuesdays, tickets are "Half Off:" --$20 per adult --$15 per child aged 3-12 (not truly half off) --$17.50 per adult WYN county --$12.50 per child WYN county (not truly half off) --$17.50 per "hero" if you're a teacher, nurse, EMT, firefighter, police officer, active military, or veteran --$17.50 per senior aged 60+ There is plenty of free parking in their private parking lot. Tickets are for timed entry, and they ask that you simply arrive within 30 minutes of your scheduled time. Overall, I'd recommend this place on a Tuesday if you've never been. However, I felt like it was something that would probably only be worth visiting once unless they continuously changed the rooms/environment.

Ok so I went to this parade with my grandma and it was very fun…read more We came and parked at Neman east building (very good parking) and we walked to peggahs which I have reviewed ANYWAY we came back and sat near the state farm tent which I love and is very convenient they have coozies,donuts,jelly beans the works and the parade was fun I got lotsa candy and then we went to the carnival which was very fun they had fun rides yummy food and I got a very cool souvenir helix bottle Also they had free helium balloons with adjustable bracelets So overall very good and you should go in 2027 or whenever

This fair has been drawing folks for many decades. The locals love it and look forward to it…read moreevery year. There are lots of fun activities with a parade throughout the four days. There are carnival rides, and a ton of vendor booths. My favorite part is the live music they bring in from the region. The bands and solo artists are exceptionally good. They perform on the main stage, which has a large grassy area for the audience, or on the historic bandstand, which has a smaller, but shady grass area. Be aware that parking is minimal for such large crowds. So you may have to walk a little ways. And there is no indoor access for bathrooms or a/c. But there are plenty of outhouses (is that what you call them?). Old Shawnee Days is a fun way to welcome in the summer, and makes for an anticipated tradition.