At the north end of the area, the soaring Kauffman Center for the Performing Arts is a stunning sight. Inside, the Kansas City Ballet, the Kansas City Symphony and the Lyric Opera of Kansas City dazzle audiences on stage. Lively encounters with Kansas City’s creative community can be found in the Crossroads.
At the heart of the area, browse art galleries and local shops of all kinds. Plus, the district comes to new life during its monthly First Fridays celebration. In the East Crossroads, a collection of breweries, distilleries and cocktail bars create one of the city’s favorite entertainment destinations. Find streets lined with popular nightlife picks, plus fine dining, live music and more.