Downtown's New Jewel
Designed by architect Moshe Safdie, the 285,000-square-foot Kauffman Center includes two new standalone performance halls, both housed within a dramatic overarching shell featuring a glass roof and glass walls that provide sweeping views of Kansas City.
SEA LIFE Aquarium
Crown Center—home to Hallmark Cards—will soon unveil the city’s first aquarium, SEA LIFE Kansas City. Making a splash this April, the facility will house more than 30 displays of diverse marine life—everything from starfish and seahorses to sharks and rays.
Gallery Walk! Crossroads Arts District
If you’re looking for an eclectic gathering place, head to the Crossroads! First Fridays are a local favorite with galleries and shops remaining open from 7-9 pm the first Friday of each month.
Entertainment Lives in KC
The Kansas City Power and Light District is one of the Midwest’s premier entertainment districts. With more than 50 unique and captivating retail outlets, restaurants, bars and entertainment venues, the district offers something for everyone.
Save While You Shop
Cross every name off your list after shopping at the legendary Country Club Plaza. Save with free coupon books when you shop at Legends Outlets Kansas City, Crown Center and Zona Rosa.
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Kansas City is committed to making your meeting a success – from a world-class hotel experience to a spectacular evening reception. We have created many online resources to help you plan your conference. Follow the links below to learn more about our many meeting-friendly facilities and venues.
Kansas City Hotels
| You’ll find more than 26,000 hotel rooms across the metro area and 3,500 total rooms set within the downtown district. |
Off-Site Facilities
| From an intimate evening reception to a grand celebration, you’ll discover a range of venues to handle your group. |
Convention Center
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The Kansas City Convention Center is located in the heart of downtown KC and is just steps from our new downtown entertainment district. The state-of-the-art facility just unveiled a new 46,500 grand ballroom. |
Kansas City’s Walkable Convention District
Use our NEW interactive map to discover KC’s $5.5 billion downtown renaissance.
Quotable Kansas City
“It’s easy to see why Kansas Citians are so proud. It’s one of the most livable cities in America.”
– Elle Décor
Convention News
"Convention Center Review"
Black Meetings & Tourism
November 30, 2011
An overview of the Kansas City Convention Center
"Middle Ground"
Rejuvenate
August 01, 2011
The nucleus of that renaissance is downtown in the city's convention district, which is why meeting planners who haven't seen Kansas City in the past few years really haven't seen Kansas City.
"New Kids On The Block: Kansas City Power & Light District"
Missouri Meetings & Events
June 01, 2011
Offering more than a half million square feet, the Kansas City Power & Light District has more than 50 unique shops, restaurants, bars and entertainment venues.
"Area guides"
Black Meetings & Tourism
May 31, 2011
"Hang Out in Harry's Hometown"
Small Market Meetings
May 01, 2011
Harry Truman's home is among the attractions with ties to the former president. The Truman Presidential Museum is a popular meeting venue. Summer trolley service began again in May in Independence. With reservations, visitors can ride from Kansas City, 20 minutes away.
Upcoming Conventions
WADDELL & REED INC/ANNIV CONF
Kansas City Convention and Entertainment FacilitiesMay 07, 2012 - May 09, 2012
Attendants: 3000 | Room Nights: 2700
WADDELL & REED INC/ANNIV CONF
Kansas City Convention and Entertainment FacilitiesMay 07, 2012 - May 09, 2012
Attendants: 3000 | Room Nights: 2700
RUBBER ROLLER GROUP/ANNUAL TECHNICAL MTG
Crowne Plaza Kansas City - DowntownMay 06, 2012 - May 08, 2012
Attendants: 100 | Room Nights: 200