Labor Day Events in Kansas City
Stay safe while you soak in a few more days of summer sun or enjoy new takes on favorite Labor Day celebrations in Kansas City.
Reimagined events, longstanding local traditions and new ways to save money make it easy to choose your own Labor Day adventure, no matter where you feel most comfortable.
Due to recent changes in hours, local guidelines and occupancy restrictions at many locations, we recommend contacting locations directly to confirm availability in advance of any in-person activities.
Event Updates
While most Labor Day events won’t take place in a traditional setting this year, there are plenty of opportunities to stay connected and revisit a few of the highlights.
With a redesigned “Fest Where You Are” format, the Kansas City Irish Fest allows you to take part in the annual cultural celebration however you choose. Enjoy special Irish cuisine and whiskey tastings at home or attend the outdoor benefit concert at Crown Center, where a limited number of tables are available for purchase.
You’ll still be able to visit with your favorite makers from Independence’s Santa-Cali-Gon Days thanks to the festival’s new virtual platform. Browse products, speak directly to crafters and place online orders, seamlessly supporting small businesses from the safety of your own home.
Local Favorites
While fans can't fill the stands this season, there’s no shortage of baseball from the Kansas City Royals to provide entertainment for the entire holiday weekend. Four games against the Chicago White Sox stretch from Sept. 3-6, with another series against the Cleveland Indians kicking off on Labor Day to round out the long weekend.
Open daily through Labor Day, the National WWI Museum and Memorial promises stellar city views and intriguing historical insights. Current exhibitions offer a look at artwork and artifacts related to the First World War that have been collected over the last century, as well as the fight for women’s suffrage and the war’s impact on activist efforts to pass the 19th Amendment.
New Ways to Save
Take advantage of low-cost opportunities to celebrate and save money in the Heart of America.
With its recent Season 4 debut, the Kansas City Tap Tour offers more than $100 worth of deals and discounts at 20 breweries across KC. Two options for the all-digital pass make it simple to take advantage of the program, whether you’re hoping to save on a few drinks to take home for the long weekend or spend time sipping and sampling over the next several months.
A new "StayKCation" package at the Westin Kansas City at Crown Center offers residents and visitors an all-in-one opportunity for rounding out their summer adventure. Guests will receive tickets redeemable at their selection of attractions in the Crown Center District, including SEA LIFE Kansas City, Legoland Discovery Center, Union Station's Dinosaur Road Trip, Science City and the National WWI Museum and Memorial.
For more inspiration, find details on current openings throughout Kansas City here.