
Resources for LGBTQ+ Travelers
Browse community events, visitor information and area resources compiled in collaboration with our partners at OUTvoices Kansas City and Kansas City Center for Inclusion.
ANNUAL EVENTS
- AIDS Walk Kansas City, May 6, 2023: Organized by the AIDS Service Foundation of Greater Kansas City, the annual fundraiser at Theis Park supports the more than 5,700 men, women and children living with HIV/AIDS in Kansas City. The organization also produces several other fundraising events each year.
- Kansas City Pride, June 9-11, 2023: The highly-anticipated festival invites performers, musicians and guests to gather for a multi-day celebration each year at Theis Park, as well as a parade through Westport on June 10.
- Show-Me State Rodeo, Labor Day Weekend: Presented by the Missouri Gay Rodeo Association since 1986, the Show-Me State Rodeo is held at the Lone Wolf Arena in Cleveland, MO.
- Out Here Now: Kansas City LGBTQ Film Festival, June 29-July 1, 2023: Recognized as one of the Midwest's most celebrated LGBTQ film festivals, Out Here Now elevates independent films created by, for and about the LGBTQ community.
THEATRE AND MUSIC
- Heartland Men’s Chorus: Performing in Kansas City since 1986, the group of more than 150 singers performs three concerts per season inside the historic Folly Theater. The current season is being offered virtually, with performances available on the organization's website.
- Mid America Freedom Band: The organization dedicated to producing instrumental performance opportunities for Kansas City's LGBTQ+ and ally community maintains a wind ensemble, jazz band and pep band. Current performances are available virtually.
- Weekly Shows at Missie B's: Check the schedule for regular cabarets, open mic nights and other recurring performances at the popular Westport nightclub.
- Watch for more shows throughout the year at The Unicorn Theatre, Kansas City Repertory Theatre, Starlight Theatre and other regional theaters.
GAY BARS & NIGHTLIFE
- Missie B's: Whether your plans include drag shows, dancing, drinks or all of the above, Missie B's has it all, making it an easy pick for one of the most popular gay bars in town.
- Woody's KC: With a full calendar of events and a popular patio featuring a photo-friendly set of pride stairs, this Midtown destination draws a steady crowd of visitors and locals alike.
Bistro 303: A laid-back restaurant and bar, Bistro 303 was the first gay bar in Kansas City to have street-facing windows. Grab a cocktail and relax in its cozy space. - Hamburger Mary's: Burgers and bingo combine for the perfect combo at this Midtown establishment with events every night of the week.
- Sidekicks Saloon: A popular dive bar, patrons love Sidekicks for its excellent patio, drag shows and plenty more fun.
- Queer Bar Takeover KC: Keep an eye on this event as it pops up in locations all across Kansas City, taking over a new bar on the second Saturday of each month.
YOUTH CENTERS
- Kansas City Center for Inclusion, Inc.: Community center in Midtown open seven days a week and serving all segments of the LGBTQ community
- Passages: Youth center for gay, lesbian, bisexual, transgender, questioning youth and straight allies
- EQUAL: (Empowering Queer Activists and Leaders) – KC’s for-youth, by-youth Gay Straight Alliance Network
CIVIC AND COMMUNITY ORGANIZATIONS
- City of Kansas City, Mo.: Resources and initiatives for Kansas City's LGBTQ+ community enacted by City officials
- Campfire USA Heartland: KC chapter of all-inclusive alternative to scouting programs
- GLSEN Kansas City Chapter: Local affiliate of the Gay, Lesbian & Straight Education Network
- IGLTA: International Gay & Lesbian Travel Association
- Kansas Equality Coalition: Membership-based statewide community group dedicated to legal equality for all in the Sunflower State
- Mid-American LGBT Chamber of Commerce: Advocates and promote success of LGBTQ business community
- Modern Family Alliance: Celebrating LGBTQ parents, prospective parents and those who support them
- PFLAG-KC: Kansas City chapter of Parents, Families and Friends of Lesbians and Gays
- PROMO: Missouri’s statewide organization advocating LGBTQ equality through legislative action, grassroots organizing and community education
PUBLICATIONS & MEDIA
- OUTvoices Kansas City: KC’s monthly magazine for LGBTQ and allied communities
- The Tenth Voice: Weekly LGBTQ radio program, each Saturday at 1 p.m. on KKFI 90.1 FM
- Gay and Lesbian Archive of Mid-America: A collection at UMKC dedicated to collecting and preserving the LGBTQ+ history of the KC area
HEALTH & WELLNESS
- Kansas City CARE Clinic: Specializing in quality care, access, research and education to underserved and all people in the community
- Thrive Health Connection: Advocacy, care and education to those affected by HIV/AIDS in Kansas City
- Hope Care Center: Skilled nursing facility providing care to HIV-positive residents who are 18 and older
- SAVE, Inc.: Transitional and permanent housing in Kansas City for vulnerable communities
COLLEGIATE SERVICES
- Johnson County Community College: JCCC Gender and Sexuality Alliance
- Metropolitan Community College: Groups and resources across MCC's campuses include Sexuality and Gender Acceptance at Maple Woods, True Colors at Longview and Sexuality and Gender Alliance at Penn Valley
- Missouri Western State University: MWSU Gender and Sexuality Alliance
- Park University: Park University Spectrum program
- Rockhurst University: Rockhurst UNITY, Rockhurst's gay-straight alliance
- University of Central Missouri: UCM's LGBTQIA+ community group, UCM Prism
- University of Kansas: Center for Sexuality & Gender Diversity
- University of Missouri – Kansas City: LGBTQIA programs inside the Office of Student Involvement
There's more to see in KC
1827 Log Courthouse
Region: East
Phone: (816) 325-7111
Visit WebsiteAdventure Oasis Water Park
Region: East
Phone: (816) 325-7370
Visit WebsiteAmerican Jazz Museum
Region: Downtown, 18th and Vine Neighborhood
Phone: (816) 474-8463
Visit WebsiteAmerican Royal Association
Region: Downtown, West Bottoms
Phone: (816) 221-9800
Visit WebsiteBeast Haunted House, The
Region: Downtown, West Bottoms
Phone: (816) 842-4280
Visit WebsiteAmigoni Urban Winery
Region: Downtown, West Bottoms
Phone: (913) 890-3289
Visit WebsiteBrush Creek Community Center
Region: South KC
Phone: (816) 513-0730
Visit WebsiteBruce R. Watkins Cultural Heritage Center
Region: South KC
Phone: (816) 513-0700
Visit WebsiteChicago and Alton Depot
Region: East
Phone: (816) 325-7955
Visit WebsiteCinder Block Brewery
Region: North KC
Phone: (816) 298-6555
Visit WebsiteCity Hall Observation Deck
Region: Downtown
Phone: (816) 513-2689
Elmwood Cemetery
Region: East
Phone: (816) 231-0373
Visit WebsiteEwing and Muriel Kauffman Memorial Garden
Region: Midtown
Phone: (816) 932-1260
Visit WebsiteGangster Tour
Region: Downtown, Crown Center
Phone: (816) 471-1234
Visit WebsiteGreat Wolf Lodge
Region: Kansas, Kansas City, Kansas
Phone: (913) 907-2954
Visit WebsiteGreater Kansas City Attractions Association
Region: Downtown
Visit WebsiteHallmark Visitors Center
Region: Downtown, Crown Center
Phone: (816) 274-3613
Visit WebsiteHeritage League of Greater Kansas City
Region: Downtown
Phone: (913) 663-9731
Visit WebsiteHorace M. Peterson III Visitors Center
Region: Downtown, 18th and Vine Neighborhood
Phone: (816) 474-8463
Visit WebsiteJohnson County Museum
Region: Kansas, Overland Park, Johnson County/South
Phone: (913) 826-2787
Visit WebsiteKaleidoscope
Region: Downtown, Crown Center
Phone: (816) 274-8301
Visit WebsiteKansas City Convention & Entertainment Facilities
Region: Downtown, Crossroads
Phone: (816) 513-5000
Visit WebsiteKansas City Fun Trolley Tours LLC
Region: Downtown, Crown Center
Phone: (816) 500-5417
Visit WebsiteKansas City Northern Railroad
Region: Northland
Phone: (816) 746-5663
Visit WebsiteKemper Museum of Contemporary Art
Region: Midtown, Country Club Plaza
Phone: (816) 753-5784
Visit WebsiteLakeside Nature Center
Region: South KC, Swope Park
Phone: (816) 513-8960
Visit WebsiteLanesfield Historic Site
Region: Kansas, Johnson County/South
Phone: (913) 893-6645
Visit WebsiteLenexa Convention and Visitors Bureau
Region: Kansas, Johnson County/South
Phone: (913) 888-1414
Visit WebsiteLoose Park
Region: Midtown
Phone: (816) 513-7500
Visit WebsiteLouisburg Aquatic Center
Region: Overland Park
Phone: (913) 837-3555
Visit WebsiteMacabre Cinema Haunted House
Region: Downtown, West Bottoms
Phone: (816) 472-4467
Visit WebsiteMahaffie Stagecoach Stop & Farm
Region: Kansas, Johnson County/South
Phone: (913) 971-5111
Visit WebsiteMidwest Genealogy Center
Region: East
Phone: (816) 252-7228
Visit WebsiteNational Frontier Trails Museum
Region: East
Phone: (816) 325-7575
Visit WebsiteNegro Leagues Baseball Museum
Region: Downtown, 18th and Vine Neighborhood
Phone: (816) 221-1920
Visit WebsiteOld Red Bridge Love Locks
Region: South KC, Swope Park
Phone: (816) 513-7500
Visit WebsitePenguin Park
Region: Northland
Phone: (816) 513-7500
Visit WebsitePlatte County Convention & Visitors Bureau
Region: Kansas, Johnson County/South
Phone: (816) 270-3979
Visit WebsitePuppetry Arts Institute
Region: East
Phone: (816) 833-9777
Visit WebsiteQuindaro Ruins Underground Railroad
Region: Kansas, Kansas City, Kansas
Phone: (913) 609-1587
Visit WebsiteScience City at Union Station
Region: Downtown, Crown Center
Phone: (816) 460-2020
Visit WebsiteSegway, Bike and Stroll
Region: Midtown
Phone: (866) 752-7130
Visit WebsiteSouth Kansas City Chamber of Commerce
Region: South KC
Phone: (816) 761-7660
Visit WebsiteSpring Hill Cemetery
Region: Kansas, Johnson County/South
Phone: (913) 592-3664
Visit WebsiteStarlight Theatre
Region: South KC, Swope Park
Phone: (816) 363-7827
Visit WebsiteThe Bay Water Park
Region: South KC
Phone: (816) 965-9218
Visit WebsiteThe Edge of Hell Haunted House
Region: Downtown, West Bottoms
Phone: (816) 842-4279
Visit WebsiteThe Money Museum at Federal Reserve Bank of Kansas City
Region: Downtown, Crown Center
Phone: (816) 881-2683
Visit WebsiteTony Aguirre Community Center
Region: Downtown, Westside/Southwest BLVD
Phone: (816) 784-1300
Visit WebsiteTrailside Center
Region: South KC
Phone: (816) 942-3581
Visit WebsiteVaile Mansion and Arboretum
Region: East
Phone: (816) 325-7430
Visit WebsiteVietnam Veterans Memorial
Region: Midtown, Westport
Phone: (816) 561-8387
Visit WebsiteVisit Shawnee
Region: Kansas, Johnson County/South
Phone: (913) 631-6545
Visit WebsiteArabia Steamboat Museum
Region: Downtown, River Market
Phone: (816) 471-1856
Visit WebsiteUnion Station Kansas City
Region: Downtown, Crown Center
Phone: (816) 460-2020
Visit WebsiteThe Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art
Region: Midtown, Country Club Plaza
Phone: (816) 751-1278
Visit WebsiteOlathe Chamber of Commerce/Convention and Visitors Bureau
Region: Kansas, Johnson County/South
Phone: (913) 764-1050
Visit WebsiteLegends Outlets Kansas City
Region: Kansas, Kansas City, Kansas
Phone: (913) 788-3700
Visit WebsiteCrown Center
Region: Downtown, Crown Center
Phone: (816) 274-8444
Visit WebsiteVisit Independence
Region: East
Phone: (816) 325-7575
Visit WebsiteKansas City Zoo & Aquarium
Region: South KC, Swope Park
Phone: (816) 595-1234
Visit WebsiteNational WWI Museum and Memorial
Region: Downtown, Crown Center
Phone: (816) 888-8100
Visit WebsiteVisit Kansas City Kansas
Region: Kansas, Kansas City, Kansas
Phone: (913) 321-5800
Visit WebsiteKansas City Royals
Region: East
Phone: (816) 921-8000
Visit WebsiteLEGOLAND Discovery Center Kansas City
Region: Downtown, Crown Center
Phone: (816) 471-4386
Visit WebsiteSEA LIFE Kansas City Aquarium
Region: Downtown, Crown Center
Phone: (816) 471-4FUN (4386)
Visit WebsiteThe National Museum of Toys and Miniatures
Region: Midtown, South Plaza
Phone: (816) 235-8000
Visit WebsiteServaes Brewing Company
Region: Kansas, Johnson County/South
Phone: (913) 608-5220
Visit WebsiteBoulevard Brewing Co.
Region: Downtown, Westside/Southwest BLVD
Phone: (816) 701-7247
Visit WebsiteOverland Chauffeured Services
Region: Kansas, Johnson County/South
Phone: (913) 381-3504
Visit WebsiteChicken N Pickle - Kansas City
Region: North KC
Phone: (816) 537-1400
Visit WebsiteBlade & Timber Power & Light
Region: Downtown, West Bottoms
Phone: (816) 343-8489
Visit WebsiteJ. Rieger & Co.
Region: North East
Phone: (816) 702-7800
Visit WebsiteCity of Lenexa, Kansas
Region: Kansas, Johnson County/South
Phone: (913) 477-7500
Visit WebsiteBingham-Waggoner Estate
Region: East
Phone: (816) 461-3491
Visit WebsiteErnie Miller Nature Center
Region: Kansas, Johnson County/South
Phone: (913) 826-2800
Visit WebsiteBlade & Timber Town Center
Region: Kansas, Overland Park, Johnson County/South
Phone: (913) 205-5421
Visit WebsiteCity of North Kansas City, Missouri
Region: North KC
Phone: (816) 274-6000
Visit WebsiteCity Market
Region: Downtown, River Market
Phone: (816) 842-1271
Visit WebsiteHarry S. Truman Presidential Library and Museum
Region: East
Phone: (816) 268-8200
Visit WebsiteGardner Chamber of Commerce
Region: Kansas, Johnson County/South
Phone: (913) 856-6464
Visit WebsiteBorder Brewing Company
Region: Downtown
Phone: (816) 469-5287
Visit WebsiteGrains & Taps
Region: South KC, East
Phone: (816) 866-5827
Visit WebsiteCasual Animal Brewing Company
Region: Downtown, Crossroads
Phone: (816) 214-5338
Visit WebsiteCity of Grandview, MO
Region: South KC
Phone: (816) 316-4800
Visit WebsiteCrane Brewing Company
Region: South KC, East
Phone: (816) 743-4132
Visit WebsiteMartin City Brewing Company
Region: South KC
Phone: (816) 268-2222
Visit WebsiteiFLY Kansas City
Region: Kansas, Johnson County/South
Phone: (913) 305-4359
Visit WebsiteMissouri Town Living History Museum.
Region: South KC, East
Phone: (816) 229-8980
Visit WebsiteJackson County Parks + Rec
Region: South KC, East
Phone: (816) 503-4800
Visit WebsiteHistoric Garment District Museum of Kansas City
Region: Downtown
Phone: (816) 513-0726
Visit WebsiteKansas City Automotive Museum
Region: Kansas, Johnson County/South
Phone: (913) 322-4227
Visit WebsiteTom's Town Distilling Company
Region: Downtown, Crossroads
Phone: (816) 541-2400
Visit WebsiteFactory Cafe - The Roasterie
Region: Downtown, Westside/Southwest BLVD
Phone: (816) 931-4000
Visit WebsiteKansas City Renaissance Festival
Region: Kansas, Kansas City, Kansas
Phone: (913) 721-2110
Visit WebsiteGEHA Field at Arrowhead Stadium
Region: East
Phone: (816) 920-9300
Visit WebsiteKemper Outdoor Education Center
Region: Westport, South KC, East
Phone: (816) 229-8980
Visit WebsiteTorn Label Brewing Co.
Region: Downtown
Phone: (816) 656-5459
Visit WebsiteBrew Lab
Region: Kansas, Overland Park, Johnson County/South
Phone: (913) 400-2343
Visit WebsiteShawnee Town 1929
Region: Kansas, Johnson County/South
Phone: (913) 248-2360
Visit WebsiteSplash Cove Aquatic Center
Region: Kansas, Johnson County/South
Phone: (913) 631-7177
Visit WebsiteVisitor Services at the JCPRD Administration Building
Region: Kansas, Johnson County/South
Phone: (913) 888-4713
Visit WebsiteJohnson County Arts & Heritage Center
Region: Kansas, Overland Park, Johnson County/South
Phone: (913) 826-2787
Visit WebsiteSpring Hill Kansas - Historic Downtown
Region: Kansas, Johnson County/South
Phone: (913) 592-3664
Visit WebsiteStrange Days Brewing Co.
Region: Downtown, River Market
Phone: (816) 469-5321
Visit WebsiteKansas City Chiefs
Region: East
Phone: (816) 920-9300
Visit WebsiteKansas City Parks & Recreation
Region: South KC
Phone: (816) 513-7500
Visit WebsiteThomas A. Soetaert Aquatic Center
Region: Kansas, Johnson County/South
Phone: (913) 631-0054
Visit WebsiteKansas City Museum
Region: North East
Phone: 816-702-7700
Visit WebsiteVisit Overland Park
Region: Kansas, Johnson County/South
Phone: (913) 491-0123
Visit WebsiteShawnee Historic Murals
Region: Kansas, Johnson County/South
Phone: (913) 631-2500
Visit WebsiteThe Regnier Family Wonderscope Children's Museum of Kansas City
Region: South KC
Phone: (816) 643-6700
Visit WebsiteCrown Center Ice Terrace
Region: Downtown, Crown Center
Phone: (816) 274-8411
Visit WebsiteBlack Archives of Mid-America, Inc.
Region: Downtown, 18th and Vine Neighborhood
Phone: (816) 221-1600
Visit WebsiteLewis and Clark Lookout, Case Park
Region: Downtown
Phone: N/A
Visit WebsiteVisit KC
Region: Downtown, Power & Light
Phone: (816) 691-3800
Visit WebsiteKC Wine Co. & KC Pumpkin Patch
Region: Kansas, Johnson County/South
Phone: (913) 484-6251
Visit WebsitePathlight Brewing
Region: Kansas, Johnson County/South
Phone: 913-400-2615
Visit WebsiteTransport Brewery
Region: Kansas, Johnson County/South
Phone: 732-998-5899
Visit WebsiteDowntown Shawnee
Region: Kansas, Johnson County/South
Phone: (913) 631-2500
Visit WebsiteAubrey Vineyards
Region: Kansas, Overland Park, Johnson County/South
Phone: (913) 909-2926
Visit WebsiteExBEERiment Brewing
Region: Kansas, Johnson County/South
Phone: (913) 938-4175
Visit WebsiteWest Bottoms Whiskey Co.
Region: Downtown, West Bottoms
Phone: (816) 239-0520
Visit WebsiteThe College Basketball Experience
Region: Downtown, Power & Light
Phone: (816) 949-7500
Visit WebsiteAmazing Scavenger Hunt Adventure-Kansas City
Region: Midtown, Westport
Phone: (805) 603-5620
Visit WebsiteBreakout KC - Park Place
Region: Kansas, Overland Park, Johnson County/South
Phone: (913) 298-1081
Visit WebsiteBreakout KC - River Market
Region: Downtown, River Market
Phone: (816) 945-CODE(2633)
Visit WebsiteRockcreek Brewing Co.
Region: Kansas, Johnson County/South
Phone: 913-218-0017
Visit WebsiteT-Mobile Center
Region: Downtown, Power & Light
Phone: (816) 949-7100
Visit WebsiteCallsign Brewing
Region: North KC
Phone: (660) 541-0420
Visit WebsiteSinkers Lounge
Region: Downtown, Power & Light
Phone: (913) 374-0105
Visit WebsiteKansas Speedway
Region: Kansas, Kansas City, Kansas
Phone: (866) 460-7223
Visit WebsiteMean Mule Distilling Co.
Region: Downtown
Phone: (816) 514-1537
Visit WebsiteGhost Tour, Haunted Taxi & 1322 Maple House Of The Dead
Region: Kansas, Johnson County/South
Phone: 913-205-9775
Visit WebsitePinstripes Overland Park
Region: Kansas, Johnson County/South
Phone: (913) 681-2255
Visit WebsiteDowntown Lee's Summit
Region: South KC, East
Phone: (816) 246-6598
Visit WebsiteKirk Family YMCA
Region: Downtown
Phone: (816) 842-9622
Visit WebsiteBRKTHROUGH
Region: Kansas, Johnson County/South
Phone: (913) 948-5800
Visit WebsiteRiver Bluff Brewing
Region: Downtown, River Market
Phone: (816) 255-2360
Visit WebsiteCity Barrel Brewery + Kitchen
Region: Downtown
Phone: (816) 298-7008
Visit WebsiteStockyards Brewing Co.
Region: Downtown, West Bottoms
Phone: (816) 945-7729
Visit WebsiteOak & Steel
Region: Downtown, Crossroads
Phone: (816) 610-8955
Visit WebsiteChicken N Pickle - Overland Park
Region: Kansas, Johnson County/South
Phone: (913) 703-5950
Visit WebsiteRaytown Area Chamber of Commerce & Tourism
Region: Westport, South KC, East
Phone: (816) 353-8500
Visit WebsiteRestless Spirits Distilling
Region: North KC
Phone: (816) 492-6868
Visit WebsiteMain Event Kansas City North
Region: Northland
Phone: (816) 281-2020
Visit WebsiteFull Moon Escape
Region: Downtown, West Bottoms
Phone: (816) 842-4280
Visit WebsiteKC Rainbow Tour
Region: Downtown
Phone: (574) 226-9550
Visit WebsitePuttery
Region: Midtown, Country Club Plaza
Visit Website