Entertainment
79 places
- Entertainment · bowling
Aaron's Family Fun Center
Belton
32-lane bowling center with arcade, mini golf, and volleyball courts. Cosmic bowling nights on weekends.
- Entertainment · tours
AIRO Helicopter Tours
Northland
Helicopter tours of Kansas City from Wheeler Downtown Airport. See the skyline, stadiums, Plaza, and landmarks from above.
- Entertainment · casino
Ameristar Casino Hotel KC
East KC
The largest casino floor in Missouri. Slots, table games, hotel, and multiple restaurants.
- Entertainment · activity-center
Andretti Indoor Karting & Games
Overland Park
100,000 sq ft entertainment complex with high-speed karting, VR, laser tag, bowling, and more.
- Entertainment · casino
Argosy Casino & Hotel
Riverside
Riverside casino with 1,100+ slots, 38 table games, five restaurants, and a hotel.
- Entertainment · immersive-art
Atlas9
Kansas City, KS
Immersive art experience with projection-mapped rooms and interactive installations. A sensory journey through light and sound.
- Entertainment · axe-throwing
Battle Axes on Main
Belton
Axe throwing venue in a historic downtown Belton building. Six lanes, walk-ins welcome, and Shakespeare's Pizza on site.
- Entertainment · axe-throwing
Blade & Timber
Power & Light
13-lane axe throwing venue in Power & Light with a full bar and food menu.
- Entertainment · escape-room
Breakout KC
River Market
KC's original and highest-rated escape room. Multiple themed rooms in the River Market.
- Entertainment · axe-throwing
Bury the Hatchet
Overland Park
BYOB axe throwing venue in Overland Park with guided sessions and 7,200 sq ft of throwing space.
- Entertainment · arena
Cable Dahmer Arena
Independence
Home of the KC Mavericks ECHL hockey team. A 5,800-seat arena hosting hockey, concerts, and family events in Independence.
- Entertainment · boating
Camp Branch Marina
Smithville
Full-service marina on Smithville Lake. Boat slips, pontoon rentals, and fishing supplies for a day on the water.
- Entertainment · recreation
Chicken N Pickle — North Kansas City
North Kansas City
Indoor-outdoor entertainment complex with pickleball courts, yard games, a restaurant serving rotisserie chicken, and a rooftop bar.
- Entertainment · stadium
Children's Mercy Park
Kansas City, KS
Home of Sporting Kansas City MLS club. An electric atmosphere with passionate supporters and one of the best soccer-specific stadiums in the country.
- Entertainment · mini-golf
Cool Crest Family Fun Center
Stadium
Four 18-hole mini golf courses, go-karts, batting cages, a huge arcade, and a full pizzeria. A KC family tradition near the stadiums.
- Entertainment · stadium
CPKC Stadium
Berkley Riverfront
Purpose-built stadium for the KC Current, the first stadium purpose-built for a women's professional sports team in the world.
- Entertainment · vr-arcade
DoubleTap KC
River Market
VR arcade and gaming lounge in the River Market. Immersive experiences, craft beer, and competitive fun.
- Entertainment · haunted-house
Edge of Hell
West Bottoms
KC's most iconic haunted attraction in the West Bottoms. Five stories of terror since 1975 — not for the faint-hearted.
- Entertainment · performing-arts
Folly Theater
Downtown
KC's oldest surviving theater, opened 1900. Hosts jazz, comedy, film, and performing arts.
- Entertainment · activity-center
Fowling Warehouse KC
South KC
Throw footballs at bowling pins — fowling! A unique bar-atmosphere game experience.
- Entertainment · family-dining
Fritz's Railroad Restaurant
Crown Center
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.
- Entertainment · escape-room
Full Moon Escape
West Bottoms
Horror-themed immersive escape rooms in the West Bottoms, inside The Beast Haunted House building.
- Entertainment · indoor-play
Fun Run
Blue Springs
Indoor play center with tunnels, slides, ball pits, and a toddler area. A go-to rainy day destination for east-side families.
- Entertainment · comedy
Funny Bone Comedy Club
Zona Rosa
National touring comedy acts at Zona Rosa. Shows Thursday through Saturday with food and drinks.
- Entertainment · stadium
GEHA Field at Arrowhead
Stadium
Home of the Kansas City Chiefs. One of the loudest stadiums in the NFL. Tailgating is a KC tradition.
- Entertainment · theater
Gem Theater
18th & Vine
Beautifully restored 1912 theater that serves as the cultural anchor of 18th & Vine. Hosts concerts, plays, and community events.
- Entertainment · outdoor-adventure
Go Ape Zipline & Adventure Park
Swope Park
Treetop adventure in Swope Park with 45 obstacles and 5 zip lines including a 475-footer.
- Entertainment · waterpark
Great Wolf Lodge
Kansas City, KS
Indoor waterpark resort with slides, wave pool, lazy river, and a toddler splash zone. MagiQuest, arcade, and mini golf round out the experience.
- Entertainment · casino
Hollywood Casino at Kansas Speedway
Kansas City, KS
Casino adjacent to Kansas Speedway in Village West. 2,000 slots, sportsbook, and dining.
- Entertainment · go-karts
K1 Speed
Lee's Summit
Indoor electric go-kart racing reaching 45 mph. Arcade, lounge, and full bar.
- Entertainment · performing-arts
Kauffman Center for the Performing Arts
Crossroads
World-class performing arts center. Home of the KC Symphony, Ballet, and Lyric Opera. Architectural landmark.
- Entertainment · stadium
Kauffman Stadium
Stadium
Home of the Kansas City Royals. Beautiful fountains and a classic baseball experience.
- Entertainment · kayaking
KC Kayak & Canoe
Kansas City, KS
Guided kayak and canoe tours at the confluence of the Kansas and Missouri rivers. Paddle through KC history.
- Entertainment · seasonal
KC Pumpkin Patch & Corn Maze
Olathe
Seasonal fall attraction with corn maze, pumpkin picking, hayrides, and farm animals. A KC autumn tradition for families with little ones.
- Entertainment · performing-arts
KC Repertory Theatre
Brookside
Professional Equity theater on the UMKC campus. Bold productions of classics and new works.
- Entertainment · amusement
KC Wheel
Crossroads
150-foot ferris wheel at Pennway Point with 36 climate-controlled gondolas offering 360-degree views of the Kansas City skyline.
- Entertainment · live-music
Knuckleheads Saloon
East Bottoms
Legendary roadhouse and live music venue in a gritty converted railroad building. Blues, country, rock, and gospel on multiple indoor and outdoor stages.
- Entertainment · kayaking
Lake Jacomo Marina
Blue Springs
Rent kayaks, paddleboards, and pontoons on Lake Jacomo. A perfect summer day trip near Blue Springs.
- Entertainment · stadium
Legends Field
Legends (KCK)
Home of the KC Monarchs American Association baseball team. Located in the Legends entertainment district near the Kansas Speedway.
- Entertainment · live-music
Madrid Theatre
Midtown
Historic Midtown concert venue hosting live music, film screenings, and special events.
- Entertainment · activity-center
Main Event KC North
Northland
Bowling, laser tag, ropes course, arcade games, and dining under one roof in the Northland.
- Entertainment · live-music
miniBar
Midtown
Tiny Midtown music venue with big sound. Intimate shows from local and touring artists in a 50-seat room.
- Entertainment · nightclub
Mosaic Ultra Lounge
Power & Light
High-energy nightclub in Power & Light. DJs, VIP sections, and a packed dance floor on weekends.
- Entertainment · arena
Municipal Auditorium
Downtown
Historic 1935 Art Deco arena that has hosted everything from Beatles concerts to Big 12 basketball. Multiple event spaces including the Music Hall.
- Entertainment · live-music
Mutual Musicians Foundation
18th & Vine
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.
- Entertainment · karaoke
OffKey Karaoke Lounge
Westport
Karaoke bar with a large main stage and private suites for group parties in Westport.
- Entertainment · amusement
Pennway Putt
Crossroads
Family-friendly mini golf course at Pennway Point, right next to the KC Wheel. A fun outdoor activity near Union Station.
- Entertainment · live-music
recordBar
Crossroads
Intimate 300-capacity indie venue in the Crossroads. Eclectic bookings and great sound.
- Entertainment · landmark
Rock Island Bridge
West Bottoms
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.
- Entertainment · aquatic-center
Sar-Ko-Par Aquatic Center
Lenexa
Lenexa's family aquatic center featuring a zero-depth entry pool, waterslides, diving boards, and a shaded splash zone for little ones.
- Entertainment · theater
Screenland Armour
North Kansas City
Independent cinema and event space in North KC showing cult classics, indie films, and hosting live events. Full bar with themed cocktails.
- Entertainment · recreation
Sequence Climb
Crossroads
Modern bouldering gym with competition-level routes, yoga, and training facilities in the Crossroads.
- Entertainment · kayaking
Shawnee Mission Park Marina
Shawnee
Kayak, canoe, and paddleboard rentals on the Shawnee Mission Park lake. Peaceful paddles in Johnson County.
- Entertainment · mini-golf
Sinkers Lounge
Power & Light
Indoor mini-golf and cocktail lounge in Power & Light. Nine holes, craft drinks, and a fun date-night vibe.
- Entertainment · trampoline-park
Sky Zone Trampoline Park
Shawnee
Wall-to-wall trampoline park with foam pits, dodgeball courts, and a ninja warrior course. High-energy fun for kids and teens.
- Entertainment · theater
Starlight Theatre
Swope Park
Historic outdoor theater hosting Broadway shows and concerts under the stars since 1950.
- Entertainment · pickleball
SW19 at the Stadium
Stadium
Pickleball destination with eight indoor courts, a bar and restaurant, and a lively social scene. Great food and drinks meet competitive play.
- Entertainment · arena
T-Mobile Center
Downtown
Downtown arena hosting concerts, sporting events, and major shows. Connected to Power & Light District.
- Entertainment · haunted-house
The Beast
West Bottoms
Sprawling multi-level haunted house in the West Bottoms. Intense scares, elaborate sets, and a legendary KC Halloween tradition.
- Entertainment · comedy
The Bird Comedy Theater
Crossroads
Improv, sketch, and stand-up comedy in the Crossroads Arts District.
- Entertainment · live-music
The Black Box
West Bottoms
Intimate live music venue in the West Bottoms hosting electronic, hip-hop, and experimental acts. Raw warehouse energy with serious sound.
- Entertainment · comedy
The Comedy Club of Kansas City
Waldo
National touring comedy acts in the Waldo neighborhood. Full bar and food menu.
- Entertainment · performing-arts
The Coterie Theatre
Crown Center
One of the top 5 family theaters in the US (TIME). Professional productions for young audiences at Crown Center.
- Entertainment · escape-room
The Escape Game KC
Plaza
Nationally acclaimed escape rooms on the Country Club Plaza. Multiple themed experiences.
- Entertainment · comedy
The KC Improv Company
Westport
Audience-interactive improv comedy in Westport. Family-friendly Saturday matinees available.
- Entertainment · live-music
The Levee
Plaza
Beloved live music dive near the Plaza. Rock, blues, and everything in between on a tiny stage with big energy.
- Entertainment · cinema
The Regnier Extreme Screen (IMAX)
Crown Center
Five-story IMAX screen at Science City inside Union Station. Nature documentaries and blockbusters in jaw-dropping format.
- Entertainment · live-music
The Truman
Crossroads
1,200-capacity venue in a restored 1930s building. Top indie, rock, and hip-hop acts.
- Entertainment · outdoor-theater
Theater in the Park
Shawnee
Outdoor summer theater in Shawnee Mission Park performing Broadway musicals under the stars. Bring a blanket and a picnic — a Kansas City summer tradition.
- Entertainment · aquatic-center
Thomas A. Soetaert Aquatic Center
Shawnee
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 · escape-room
Tick Tock Escape Room
Overland Park
Tech-enhanced escape rooms in Overland Park. Creative puzzles for families and groups.
- Entertainment · outdoor-recreation
TimberRidge Adventure Center
Olathe
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.
- Entertainment · live-music
Tin Roof
Westport
600-capacity live music venue with two stages, a patio, food, and drinks in Westport.
- Entertainment · aquatic-center
Tomahawk Ridge Aquatic Center
Overland Park
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.
- Entertainment · recreation
Topgolf — Overland Park
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 · live-music
Uptown Theater
Midtown
Beautifully restored 1920s theater with 1,300+ seats. Major concerts and events in Midtown.
- Entertainment · recreation
Urban Air Adventure Park — Olathe
Olathe
Indoor adventure park with trampolines, ropes courses, go-karts, and climbing walls. Great for active kids and birthday parties.
- Entertainment · bowling
Ward Parkway Lanes
Waldo
Family bowling alley since 1959. 24 lanes, a bar & grill, and classic KC neighborhood vibes.
- Entertainment · theme-park
Worlds of Fun & Oceans of Fun
Northland
KC's own amusement and water park combo. Roller coasters, thrill rides, and a full water park. A summer tradition since 1973.