Entertainment in Kansas City
80 entertainment spots across 33 neighborhoods.
Live music most nights of the week, comedy clubs, theaters, arcades, and the venues that keep Kansas City busy after dark. If you are trying to figure out what to do tonight, start here — then check what is actually on the calendar.
Entertainment in Crossroads
- Lounge
Cleo Club
The Vibe & Experience Situated directly above The Rockhill Grille, Cleo Club is a hidden gem dedicated entirely to sophisticated drinks and a relaxed, lounge environment: The Atmosphere: It features a highly curated, intimate space with a focus on chill music and a comfortable layout. Strictly Drinks: Unlike the restaurant below it, Cleo Club has no food menu. It is entirely focused on high-quality classic cocktails and spirits. Reservations: Available via Resy. Table reservations secure your seating for a dedicated one-and-a-half-hour window, though walk-ins are accommodated when space permits. Essential Information Hours: * Wednesday – Thursday: 5:00 PM – 10:00 PM Friday – Saturday: 5:00 PM – Midnight Sunday – Tuesday: Closed Parking: Guests can utilize the dedicated parking lot located just north of The Rockhill Grille, as well as nearby street parking. It is also conveniently located just two blocks from the 19th and Main streetcar stop.
- performing-arts
Kauffman Center for the Performing Arts
World-class performing arts center. Home of the KC Symphony, Ballet, and Lyric Opera. Architectural landmark.
- amusement
KC Wheel
150-foot ferris wheel at Pennway Point with 36 climate-controlled gondolas offering 360-degree views of the Kansas City skyline.
- amusement
Pennway Putt
Family-friendly mini golf course at Pennway Point, right next to the KC Wheel. A fun outdoor activity near Union Station.
- live-music
recordBar
Intimate 300-capacity indie venue in the Crossroads. Eclectic bookings and great sound.
- recreation
Sequence Climb
Modern bouldering gym with competition-level routes, yoga, and training facilities in the Crossroads.
- comedy
The Bird Comedy Theater
Improv, sketch, and stand-up comedy in the Crossroads Arts District.
- live-music
The Truman
1,200-capacity venue in a restored 1930s building. Top indie, rock, and hip-hop acts.
Entertainment in Kansas City, KS
- immersive-art
Atlas9
Immersive art experience with projection-mapped rooms and interactive installations. A sensory journey through light and sound.
- stadium
Children's Mercy Park
Home of Sporting Kansas City MLS club. An electric atmosphere with passionate supporters and one of the best soccer-specific stadiums in the country.
- waterpark
Great Wolf Lodge
Indoor waterpark resort with slides, wave pool, lazy river, and a toddler splash zone. MagiQuest, arcade, and mini golf round out the experience.
- casino
Hollywood Casino at Kansas Speedway
Casino adjacent to Kansas Speedway in Village West. 2,000 slots, sportsbook, and dining.
- kayaking
KC Kayak & Canoe
Guided kayak and canoe tours at the confluence of the Kansas and Missouri rivers. Paddle through KC history.
Entertainment in Overland Park
- activity-center
Andretti Indoor Karting & Games
100,000 sq ft entertainment complex with high-speed karting, VR, laser tag, bowling, and more.
- axe-throwing
Bury the Hatchet
BYOB axe throwing venue in Overland Park with guided sessions and 7,200 sq ft of throwing space.
- escape-room
Tick Tock Escape Room
Tech-enhanced escape rooms in Overland Park. Creative puzzles for families and groups.
- aquatic-center
Tomahawk Ridge Aquatic Center
Overland Park's summer hot spot with water slides, a lazy river, splash pad, and lap lanes. Perfect for cooling off during a KC summer.
- recreation
Topgolf — Overland Park
High-tech driving range with climate-controlled hitting bays, a full restaurant and bar, and a fun vibe for groups. No golf skills required.
Entertainment in West Bottoms
- haunted-house
Edge of Hell
KC's most iconic haunted attraction in the West Bottoms. Five stories of terror since 1975 — not for the faint-hearted.
- escape-room
Full Moon Escape
Horror-themed immersive escape rooms in the West Bottoms, inside The Beast Haunted House building.
- landmark
Rock Island Bridge
The world's first entertainment district on a bridge. A restored 1905 railroad bridge 60 feet above the Kansas River with the River House Restaurant, Rock Island Eats, bars, open-air viewing platforms, and event spaces.
- haunted-house
The Beast
Sprawling multi-level haunted house in the West Bottoms. Intense scares, elaborate sets, and a legendary KC Halloween tradition.
- live-music
The Black Box
Intimate live music venue in the West Bottoms hosting electronic, hip-hop, and experimental acts. Raw warehouse energy with serious sound.
Entertainment in Shawnee
- kayaking
Shawnee Mission Park Marina
Kayak, canoe, and paddleboard rentals on the Shawnee Mission Park lake. Peaceful paddles in Johnson County.
- trampoline-park
Sky Zone Trampoline Park
Wall-to-wall trampoline park with foam pits, dodgeball courts, and a ninja warrior course. High-energy fun for kids and teens.
- outdoor-theater
Theater in the Park
Outdoor summer theater in Shawnee Mission Park performing Broadway musicals under the stars. Bring a blanket and a picnic — a Kansas City summer tradition.
- aquatic-center
Thomas A. Soetaert Aquatic Center
Shawnee's splash-worthy aquatic center with a lazy river, speed slides, and a kids' play area. Affordable summer fun for the whole family.
Entertainment in Stadium
- mini-golf
Cool Crest Family Fun Center
Four 18-hole mini golf courses, go-karts, batting cages, a huge arcade, and a full pizzeria. A KC family tradition near the stadiums.
- stadium
GEHA Field at Arrowhead
Home of the Kansas City Chiefs. One of the loudest stadiums in the NFL. Tailgating is a KC tradition.
- stadium
Kauffman Stadium
Home of the Kansas City Royals. Beautiful fountains and a classic baseball experience.
- pickleball
SW19 at the Stadium
Pickleball destination with eight indoor courts, a bar and restaurant, and a lively social scene. Great food and drinks meet competitive play.
Entertainment in Crown Center
- family-dining
Fritz's Railroad Restaurant
Iconic kid experience where model trains deliver your food on overhead tracks. Burgers, fries, and shakes arrive by rail — a must for train-loving toddlers.
- performing-arts
The Coterie Theatre
One of the top 5 family theaters in the US (TIME). Professional productions for young audiences at Crown Center.
- cinema
The Regnier Extreme Screen (IMAX)
Five-story IMAX screen at Science City inside Union Station. Nature documentaries and blockbusters in jaw-dropping format.
Entertainment in Downtown
- performing-arts
Folly Theater
KC's oldest surviving theater, opened 1900. Hosts jazz, comedy, film, and performing arts.
- arena
Municipal Auditorium
Historic 1935 Art Deco arena that has hosted everything from Beatles concerts to Big 12 basketball. Multiple event spaces including the Music Hall.
- arena
T-Mobile Center
Downtown arena hosting concerts, sporting events, and major shows. Connected to Power & Light District.
Entertainment in Midtown
- live-music
Madrid Theatre
Historic Midtown concert venue hosting live music, film screenings, and special events.
- live-music
miniBar
Tiny Midtown music venue with big sound. Intimate shows from local and touring artists in a 50-seat room.
- live-music
Uptown Theater
Beautifully restored 1920s theater with 1,300+ seats. Major concerts and events in Midtown.
Entertainment in Northland
- tours
AIRO Helicopter Tours
Helicopter tours of Kansas City from Wheeler Downtown Airport. See the skyline, stadiums, Plaza, and landmarks from above.
- activity-center
Main Event KC North
Bowling, laser tag, ropes course, arcade games, and dining under one roof in the Northland.
- theme-park
Worlds of Fun & Oceans of Fun
KC's own amusement and water park combo. Roller coasters, thrill rides, and a full water park. A summer tradition since 1973.
Entertainment in Olathe
- seasonal
KC Pumpkin Patch & Corn Maze
Seasonal fall attraction with corn maze, pumpkin picking, hayrides, and farm animals. A KC autumn tradition for families with little ones.
- outdoor-recreation
TimberRidge Adventure Center
Adventure park with zip lines, ropes courses, and climbing walls set in a wooded canopy. Great for families and groups looking for an adrenaline rush.
- recreation
Urban Air Adventure Park — Olathe
Indoor adventure park with trampolines, ropes courses, go-karts, and climbing walls. Great for active kids and birthday parties.
Entertainment in Power & Light
- axe-throwing
Blade & Timber
13-lane axe throwing venue in Power & Light with a full bar and food menu.
- nightclub
Mosaic Ultra Lounge
High-energy nightclub in Power & Light. DJs, VIP sections, and a packed dance floor on weekends.
- mini-golf
Sinkers Lounge
Indoor mini-golf and cocktail lounge in Power & Light. Nine holes, craft drinks, and a fun date-night vibe.
Entertainment in Westport
- karaoke
OffKey Karaoke Lounge
Karaoke bar with a large main stage and private suites for group parties in Westport.
- comedy
The KC Improv Company
Audience-interactive improv comedy in Westport. Family-friendly Saturday matinees available.
- live-music
Tin Roof
600-capacity live music venue with two stages, a patio, food, and drinks in Westport.
Entertainment in 18th & Vine
- theater
Gem Theater
Beautifully restored 1912 theater that serves as the cultural anchor of 18th & Vine. Hosts concerts, plays, and community events.
- live-music
Mutual Musicians Foundation
National Historic Landmark where KC jazz legends jammed after hours. Still hosts late-night jam sessions on Friday and Saturday. A living piece of jazz history.
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Entertainment in North Kansas City
- recreation
Chicken N Pickle — North Kansas City
Indoor-outdoor entertainment complex with pickleball courts, yard games, a restaurant serving rotisserie chicken, and a rooftop bar.
- theater
Screenland Armour
Independent cinema and event space in North KC showing cult classics, indie films, and hosting live events. Full bar with themed cocktails.
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