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Things To Do in KC

Located in the heart of America, Kansas City, MO (KS) has much more to offer you than just our party on May 4! The City of Fountains (more fountains than any other city in the US with over 200!) is home to a historic jazz scene (18th and Vine), famous cuisine (Kansas City Barbeque and strip steak), dozens of craft breweries and distilleries, and world class sports (Super Bowl Champion Kansas City Chiefs)! While you’re here, there will plenty to explore in your downtime. Walking around the city, you’ll notice the classic early 20th century industrial look of the buildings, many of which have been repurposed to form a quaint, friendly and welcoming city. Don't Leave Kansas City without enjoying some of their world-famous BBQ. Known for a sauce that’s thicker and sweeter than rival Carolina or Texas styles, we recommend trying some ribs or burnt ends. Don’t forget baked beans, mac and cheese, and pickles! Matt and Molly have personally curated a list of great selections below!

Jack Stack Barbecue - Freight House

101 West 22nd Street, Kansas City, MO 64108

We love the barbeque at Jack Stack in the freight building 1 mile from the venue. Don’t forget to pair it with one of their Old Fashioneds or a Boulevard beer.

National WWI Museum and Memorial

2 Memorial Drive, Kansas City, MO 64108

Matt endorses this as one of the best historical museums in America! No museum comprehensively covers WW1 like this museum, and it is well worth a few hours visit. Before or after visiting the museum, head up the outdoor stairs to a large overlook of the city and surrounding area. This is one of the best vistas of Kansas City! Additionally, the park surrounding the memorial is a great place for a walk and fresh air.

Boulevard Brewing Company

2501 Southwest Boulevard, Kansas City, MO 64108

Kansas City is home to lots of breweries and distilleries, but is perhaps best known throughout the Midwest for Boulevard beer. Take a tour of their brewery, or enjoy their beer hall. You can enjoy their Rec Deck – where you can play shuffle board or table shuffle.

J. Rieger & Co.

2700 Guinotte Avenue, Kansas City, MO 64120

A great distillery along the river. Enjoy local whiskey and gin cocktails in a Kansas City original distillery.

Jones Bar-B-Q

6706 Kaw Drive Frontage Road, Kansas City, KS 66111

Jones Bar-B-Q is a no-frills roadside joint with just a few picnic tables in the sun, it’s only open for lunch, and many days the Jones sisters sell out before closing.

Gates Bar-B-Q

1325 Emanuel Cleaver II Boulevard, Kansas City, MO 64110

Another casual BBQ spot we’d recommend for lunch, Gates is a Kansas City institution! There are six locations around Kansas City, but we recommend the one on Main St.

Slap's BBQ

553 Central Avenue, Kansas City, KS 66101

Although Slap’s didn’t open until 2014, it’s already become a KC landmark thanks to its solid combo plates and classic feel. The restaurant is clean but casual: Expect Styrofoam cups, self-serve sauces (skip the sweet, score the spicy), and outdoor- only seating (for cold days, there’s a covered patio with heaters). It’s also a fine place to experiment with less-popular meats. Slap’s Polish sausage and juicy, thin-sliced turkey are some of the best in the city. There’s usually a line at lunchtime, but it moves fast — and the bar will serve you a beer while you wait.

Power and Light District

Kansas City, MO

Around the corner from Hotel Kansas City as a well-known “party zone”, known as Power and Light. There are tons of bars and restaurants to enjoy!

River Market

Kansas City, MO

Enjoy this neighborhood along the river with lots of restaurants, coffee shops, bars, and shops.

Crossroads Neighborhood

Kansas City, MO 64108

Near Union Station is a neighborhood with live music, bars, breweries, distilleries, art and shopping. Matt and Molly’s favorite!

Nighthawk

1228 Baltimore Avenue, Kansas City, MO 64105

Located in the hotel and host of the after party, you can catch live music almost any night of the week!

Kansas City Royals Baseball

1 Royal Way, Kansas City, MO 64129

The Kansas City Royals will be in town the week of our wedding! They'll face the Texas Rangers. Enjoy a great place to watch baseball! Make sure you tailgate, which is the bucket list item for Royals and Chiefs games!

Union Station

Kansas City, MO 64108

It’s worth taking a look at this historic train station. Kansas City, like Chicago, is one of the countries main passenger and freight transportation hubs. This station is voted one of the countries best, and was host to the 2023 NFL Draft.

Tom's Town Distilling Co.

1701 Main Street, Kansas City, MO 64108

Another distillery with the feel of a speakeasy! Enjoy excellent cocktails in this fun venue.

The Majestic

931 Broadway Boulevard, Kansas City, MO 64105

One of those historic restaurants that has seen the evolution of the city (and the country). They say jazz was born in New Orleans, but it grew up in Kansas City. This venue is a big reason why! Read up on the rich history of this spot and KC over a great steak!

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