Downtown

Kansas City Experience Tour, Walking and Streetcar

Join us for an unforgettable journey through the heart of Kansas City! Meeting at the Cross Roads and working our way to the Library District and then the City Market. From the iconic first skyscraper in KC to stunning fountains, historic hotels, vibrant theaters, and captivating murals, this tour offers a unique perspectiv...

Open Mic Jazz Jam

Calling all musicians here in KC! Here's your chance to perform in the same building where the Coon-Sanders Original Nighthawk Orchestra once made jazz history with late-night national radio broadcasts. And now, Dr. Mike Pagan—armed with a Doctor of Music from Northwestern and chops that can go toe-to-toe with the gre...

Historic Hotels of Kansas City: Walking Tour

This FREE event celebrates the AC Hotel Downtown Kansas City, recent recipients of the Missouri Historic Preservation Award, for the renovation of the historic Rialto Building, on 9th and Grand Avenue. This tour begins at the AC Hotel Kansas City Downtown and will then immerse you in the rich history of The Ambassador ...

Finest Folk First Fridays

Dalima Kapten and Jamogi & the JammersMay 2 • Doors at 5:45 pm • Music at 6 pmAt the beautiful FAI Office in the Crossroads!601 Avenida Cesar E. Chavez Suite #100, KCMO 64108‍Who is Dalima Kapten?

March of the Monarchs

4th Annual March of the MonarchsDon’t miss the NLBM‘s 4th Annual “March of the Monarchs celebrating the winning spirit of the great Kansas City Monarchs!

100 Years of Malcolm X: A Tribute to His Life and Legacy

“My alma mater was books, a good library...I could spend the rest of my life reading, just satisfying my curiosity." - Malcolm XMay 19 marks the centennial birthday of EL- Hajji Malik El-Shabazz, commonly known as Malcolm X. This community event will highlight the contributions of the human rights activ...

Mural Tour B with Just One Day Tours

Kansas City boasts an impressive collection of over 200 murals, showcasing museum-quality masterpieces crafted by talented local artists and creators from around the globe. Venture out to explore this vibrant canvas and immerse yourself in the techniques, styles, and compelling stories behind each artwork. With many new add...

Bubbles Over KC!

Spring just got a whole lot more bubbly. This May, head to the KC Wheel for Bubbles Over KC, a month-long celebration where the sky sparkles with bubbles, bites, and beautiful views. Whether you’re planning a family day out or a dreamy date night, there’s something magical waiting for you at every turn. Vis...

Act Natural in Science City

The curtain is up on kinetic thinking! Leap into a world where science and performance come to life. Our movement-based activities invite visitors of all ages to explore how your body balances, reacts, and performs while stepping into imaginative scenarios that make science feel like an adventure. In these high-energy, inte...

The Power of Storytelling for a Healthy Democracy

By sharing our stories and listening to the stories of others, Carol Quillen says, we can bridge divides, foster empathy and inspire civic connection and collective memory, all of which are vital to preserving our democracy. Quillen, the president and CEO of the National Trust for Historic Preservation since January 20...