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What’s Hot in the New Kansas City
Kansas City is a dynamic city backed by a vibrant arts scene, world-class attractions and an eclectic mix of shops. There’s always something new to discover in your own home town. Find that new hot spot. Or, explore a new museum or gallery.
Discover a blend of new and traditional favorites in our ever-changing city. Watch our city rejuvenate with new award-winning architecture, clubs, landmarks, galleries and more. Be a part of history. So, come out and celebrate the New Kansas City.
Hot New Bars & Clubs
Madrigall Martini Bar | 1627 Oak St.
Need an escape? Then hunt for the Martini in the window. Serving more than 90 different kinds of martinis. Located across from the Kansas City Star building, three blocks south of the Sprint Center. Learn More.
Mosaic Lounge | 1311 Walnut St., Power & Light District
Mosaic was recently included in Spin Magazine’s “101 Best Nights Out in America” list. This new club is located on the second floor of Kansas City Live! Block and features international DJ talent and sexy South Beach decor. Learn More.
Mint | 334 E. 31st St.
White leather sofas. Flat-screen TVs. And a mint-green bar. This chic lounge and fashion bar is the newest hot spot on Martini Corner.
Seven | 613 Walnut St.
Part Restaurant. Part Nightclub. Nestled in the heart of downtown, Seven has modernized Kansas City’s passion for northern Italian cuisine. Stay late Friday and Saturday as the dance floor comes to life with the area’s top DJ’s. Learn More.
PBR Big Sky Cowboy Bar | 111 E. 13th St., Power & Light District
This Professional Bull Riders nightclub club is located on the second floor of Kansas City Live! Block. Learn More.
The KC Live Block! | Kansas City Power & Light District
JP Wine Bar and Coffee House | 1526 Walnut St.
Gourmet coffee and espresso drinks by day, also serving lunch, full bar and lounge by night. Specializing in wine flights and tapas in a casual, upscale lounge atmosphere. Learn More.
New Things to See and Do
Bodies Revealed Exhibit | Union Station
Discover what lies just beneath the skin at Union Station’s Bodies Revealed. Now through Sept. 1, 2008. Learn more.
Lucky Strike Lanes | 1370 Grand Ave., Power & Light District
With its combination of retro accents and modern technology, Lucky Strike is America’s first true bowling lounge. Learn More.
New Performing Art Stages
Tour KC’s newest performing arts stages
Concerts
Take me out to the “new” Ballpark
Free Adventures
First Fridays
Join the thousands who flock to the Crossroads Arts District for one of the nation’s largest art crawls, First Fridays.
Boulevard Brewing Company
Sample what’s new at Boulevard Brewing Company, the largest specialty beer maker in the Midwest.
Hallmark Visitors Center
See how one of the world’s most famous brands got its start in KC at the Hallmark Visitors Center.
What’s Open Now
- Kansas City Power & Light District | Opened Spring 2008
- Sprint Center | Opened October 2007
- College Basketball Experience | Opened October 2007
- The Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art Expansion | Opened June 2007
- Kansas City Convention Center Expansion | Opened April 2007
- Nerman Museum of Contemporary Art | Opened October 2007
- Bass Pro Shops Independence | Opened February 2008
- Kansas City Zoo Expansion | Opened May 2008
- CoCo Key Water Resort | Opened May 2008
- The Federal Reserve Bank of Kansas City & Money Museum | Opened July 2008
What’s Opening in 2009 and Beyond
- John “Buck” O’Neil Education and Research Center | Completion 2009
- Heartland Harvest Garden at Powell Gardens | Completion Spring 2009
- The West Edge & the Advertising Icon Museum | Completion Spring 2009
- Schlitterbahn Vacation Village | Completion Summer 2009
- Kauffman Center for the Performing Arts | Completion December 2010
