Kansas City Power & Light District

Overview

At the heart of Kansas City’s $10 billion renaissance is the Power & Light District, a thriving Downtown playground where memories are made during late-night revelry inside KC Live! Block, upscale dining occasions and citywide watch parties for the biggest sporting events in the region.

Home to more than 50 bars, restaurants and shops, the Kansas City Power & Light District is an eight-block entertainment hub unlike any other in town. KC Live!—the district’s covered outdoor courtyard—hosts more than 150 free events each year. Fans gather here to cheer on their favorite squads, be it the Kansas City Royals, Kansas City Chiefs, Sporting Kansas City or one of the many teams playing in the Big 12 Men’s Basketball Championship. Across the street you’ll find one of the country’s busiest arenas, the glittering T-Mobile Center.

Theater is well represented here too, as shown by the many marquees lighting up the night. Home to live shows, world-class jazz series and entertainment, Folly Theater is the city’s oldest theater. Expect nationally known musicians to grace the stage at The Midland Theatre, and while the biggest fans crowd the dancefloor, three different levels offer an array of listening experiences for visitors.

Test your skills at The College Basketball Experience, a hands-on hoops haven, or No Other Pub, a Sporting Kansas City-themed sports bar and gaming parlor.

Where to Shop

One street over from KC Live!, you can make your way over to Rally House to stock up on all your sports fandom needs before the big game. Before your big night out, drop in to Polished Nail Salon for a relaxing, deep-tissue massage and a haircut. Cosentino’s Downtown Market has you covered in a pinch thanks to its full grocery, liquor selection and quick-service dining options.

Places to Eat

This nightlife district isn’t just about bar bites. Discerning diners enjoy Bristol—a KC institution where the seafood is flown in daily—while Modern Market Eatery attracts health-conscious professionals looking for fast-casual soups, salads and sandwiches.

Meanwhile, County Road Ice House dishes out delicious options fueled by Joe’s Kansas City Bar-B-Que—a KC classic.

Burger enthusiasts congregate at BRGR Kitchen + Bar for imaginative burger creations as big as they are delicious. Besos Y Abrazos for bold Latin tapas, standout tacos and vibrant nightlife. For breakfast, head to Meshuggah Bagels for authentic sandwiches, schmears, bagels and more.