Kansas City’s Craft Beer Scene

Sample suds from more than 45 breweries with the KC Tap Tour, a free digital passport that showcases locally brewed beer around Kansas City. The best part? Every visit earns you points that can be redeemed for prizes.

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Known for barbecue, jazz and fountains, Kansas City breweries have made the city one of the most popular craft beer destinations in the country. Get to know each one before visiting.

KC’s Top Local Breweries

• City Barrel Brewery + Kitchen – Part scratch kitchen, brewery, City Barrel specializes in interesting beers, from the hoppy to the sour to the wild.
• No Other Pub– There’s more to this Power & Light District sports bar than just wall-to-wall TVs and great craft beer. Get in the game by competing against friends in ping pong, bowling, shuffleboard and more.
• International Tap House– The name says it all: from Belgian wits to strong, locally brewed stouts, KC’s iTap is home to one of the largest craft beer selections in the city.
• Up-Down – This popular Crossroads hangout combines restored arcade games and pinball machines with local craft brews and drinks, plus an excellent patio.

• Parkville Microbrew Fest – This summer festival, which takes place just north of Downtown KC, features abundant craft beer samples all included with the purchase of admission. Even better? Share your input by rating beers you love.
• KC Oktoberfest – A two-day celebration of KC Bier Co. craft brews, traditional European food, engaging games, activities and Bavarian-style entertainment.