From every moment of action on the pitch to legendary jazz and world-famous barbecue, here’s all you need to know about a monumental moment for soccer in Kansas City.
FIFA Fan Festival™ converges with Kansas City’s Independence Day celebrations on America’s 250th anniversary. Here’s how you can take part in the celebration.
From hands-on museums to animal encounters, KC offers nonstop fun for families with kids of every age.
Practically every stop on the Kansas City Streetcar offers a free attraction or experience for visitors looking to save.
Here in KC, we find passion in each creative endeavor. Our love for the city is proudly our worst-kept secret, and we invite everyone to join in on the celebration. Years of practice make improvisation sound perfect. Hours in the smoker are worth minutes on the plate, and properly cheering for the team demands 142.2 record-breaking decibels. Welcome to Kansas City, where everything we do is from the heart.
KC always offers a full calendar of events and things to do. Here’s how to make the most of your weekend.
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Concourse Park in the Historic Northeast Neighborhood of KC
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National World War I Museum
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Get up-to-date guidance on new openings, upcoming events and major celebrations through the insider information on Visit KC’s blog.
With a thriving creative arts scene, robust craft brewing culture and die-hard sports—plus so much more—it’s no wonder why the center of the country is quickly becoming the center of attention.
Kansas City’s distinctive districts offer something new during every visit. Get to know the treasured destinations that define the KC landscape.
Looking for expert guidance as you build the perfect visit? Check out these tailor-made trip suggestions to make the most of every moment.
Consider this your go-to guide for Kansas City’s popular attractions, events and happenings.
Make your way to favorite neighborhoods, restaurants, hotels and more as you navigate the city.
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![Beat the Heat – Belger Arts Exhibition – Event_Image [EVENT]](https://www.visitkc.com/uploads/2026/06/4a07d04e-152e-450a-9336-f4ec3c89d965.jpg)
![Behind the Walls: Kansas State Penitentiary Historical Tour – Event_Image [EVENT]](https://www.visitkc.com/uploads/2026/04/dddf8d1a-0b34-446f-af55-4a05f2ea97bb-533x800.jpg)
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![Celebrate Americana 250 – Event_Image [EVENT]](https://www.visitkc.com/uploads/2026/04/b64e1a90-148b-4d10-8bb4-32ea01840598.png)
![Downtown Lee’s Summit Farmers Market – Event_Image [EVENT]](https://www.visitkc.com/uploads/2026/03/223cf4fb-18cf-408e-8be7-fc7eb6c19313.jpg)
![Dragons and Fantastic Beasts – Event_Image [EVENT]](https://www.visitkc.com/uploads/2026/06/82ffe6f2-608d-49d4-b129-239106533762.jpg)
![Dueling Pianos – Event_Image [EVENT]](https://www.visitkc.com/uploads/2026/01/39a06f67-0c95-4ad8-8033-fc70268229e6-800x450.jpg)
![FIFA World Cup 2026™ Stadium Tour – Event_Image [EVENT]](https://www.visitkc.com/uploads/2026/05/34f0a26d-10bf-4ab4-828c-91a88bdce800-640x800.png)
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![Hey Futbol Fans, Come Take a Train Ride! – Event_Image [EVENT]](https://www.visitkc.com/uploads/2026/05/6e9fcca8-c818-409d-a940-86ea9cbb002d.jpeg)
![Independence Day – Event_Image [EVENT]](https://www.visitkc.com/uploads/2026/01/bde2ff98-10ae-4534-8c56-10fb809a81d8.png)
![Fireworks Spectacular: Kansas City Royals vs. Philadelphia Phillies – Event_Image [EVENT]](https://www.visitkc.com/uploads/2026/03/61a84f33-1a6a-40af-bdbd-a47f03d2329d.png)
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![Lenexa Freedom Run – Event_Image [EVENT]](https://www.visitkc.com/uploads/2026/04/ac086d5a-6f19-4bdf-837f-47b7fa3960f7.jpg)
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![Live Music Saturdays – Event_Image [EVENT]](https://www.visitkc.com/uploads/2026/04/ab2acfe3-09cd-4dd3-b25a-56862a7a7507-800x800.png)
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![Current Landing Riverfront Watch Parties – Event_Image [EVENT]](https://www.visitkc.com/uploads/2026/06/32c23a8f-3824-4ea5-81ba-ea2cee7686f1.png)
![Karaoke Monday With DJ Rosie-J – Event_Image [EVENT]](https://www.visitkc.com/uploads/2026/04/9ea0495b-1ac6-465e-98c8-a428cdecba9d-800x450.jpg)
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![Current Landing Riverfront Watch Parties – Event_Image [EVENT]](https://www.visitkc.com/uploads/2026/06/84aed071-2178-4fbd-83ac-89e00cd8a426.png)
![Dragon Summer Art Camp – Event_Image [EVENT]](https://www.visitkc.com/uploads/2026/06/5a359633-5f50-462f-b211-53ab90e7cdf8.jpg)
![Half Off Tuesdays at Atlas9 – Event_Image [EVENT]](https://www.visitkc.com/uploads/2026/06/656ed42a-f61a-4492-adc1-8c03aafea35b.png)
![Industry Night – Event_Image [EVENT]](https://www.visitkc.com/uploads/2025/09/b2153b27-fddf-4da6-8dbd-5b9dcefc3e42-3-800x800.png)
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