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Sam & Avery

October 4, 2025 • Kansas City, Missouri

Sam & Avery

October 4, 2025 • Kansas City, Missouri

Things to Do

WELCOME TO KANSAS CITY!

We can't wait to share the city we love with our favorite people! We know that many of our guests will be traveling from out of town, so we've provided a list of our most recommended things to do and places to go around the area (+ some photos of us enjoying it all too!)


Another great resource is the Visit KC website. It is the perfect place to discover all things KC! Here are a few shortcuts to pages you might find helpful:

Suggested Trip Itineraries

Things to Do

Food & Drink Recs

Local Neighborhood Descriptions

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Things to Do:

Visit the Nelson Atkins Museum of Art

4525 Oak St. Kansas City, MO 64111

This is our favorite museum in KC! We highly recommend taking the time to see one of the exhibits on rotation or just walking around the beautiful building. Admission to the main part of the museum is free. (Fun fact: Our engagement photos were taken here!)

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Watch a Chiefs Game

Arrowhead Stadium

Single-game tickets for 2025 will go on sale around June. We're not sure if there will be one scheduled for the Sunday after our wedding, but if there is, we highly recommend trying to attend a game at Arrowhead!

Visit the National WWI Museum & Memorial

2 Memorial Drive, Kansas City, MO 64108

If you have the time, the National WWI Museum is definitely worth checking out. It offers an impressive collection of exhibits and artifacts that provide a deep, insightful look into the history and lasting impact of World War I. It overlooks the cityscape and is very close to Union Station & Crown Center.

Watch a KC Current Soccer Game

CPKC Stadium

Single-game tickets for 2025 will go on sale this winter. We're not sure if there will be one scheduled for the weekend of our wedding, but if there is, we highly recommend trying to attend a game at CPKC Stadium- it's the first stadium in the world purpose-built for a professional women's sports team

Go on a tour of J. Rieger & Co. Distillery

2700 GUINOTTE AVE KANSAS CITY, MO 64120

J. Rieger & Co. was the largest mail-order whiskey house in the US before the onset of federal Prohibition in 1920. They're proudly back in KC as the first distillery in nearly a century. They serve food & drink in different locations on-site and also offer tours & tastings of the facility.

Check out the Central Branch of the Kansas City Public Library

14 West 10th Street, Kansas City, MO 64105

Reason #1 to visit: The external walls of the parking garage are painted to resemble giant books! Reason #2: This location used to be an old bank, and the basement movie theater is in a giant vault! Reason #3: It's an easy stop off the streetcar on your way to the Rivermarket & the beautiful building is worth your time!

Play some golf at Dub's Dread

12601 Hollingsworth Rd, Kansas City, KS 66109

This course was originally built as the longest golf course in the world at 8,101 yards, but now plays a bit shorter with yardages ranging from 5,200 yards to as long as 7,200 yards for a more appealing round. It's a highly recommended course by many locals. If you'd like other golf course recs, feel free to reach out to Sam!

Explore Union Station

30 West Pershing Road Kansas City, MO 64108

This iconic spot is a restored historical landmark, offering a blend of beautiful architecture and a range of attractions. It's a main streetcar stop and also connects directly to the Crown Center Mall. If you want to see classic KC, you should check out Union Station!

Visit the Kansas City Zoo

6800 Zoo Drive, Kansas City, MO 64132

Tour the Hallmark Visitor's Center

2501 McGee Street, Kansas City, MO 64108

Curious about the 110+ year history of Hallmark? Stop by the Visitor's Center to see interactive displays and cool exhibits that will give you a glimpse into the rich history and creative spirit of Hallmark. No surprise here, but this activity comes highly recommended by Avery (PS: it's free!)

Walk around Crown Center

2405 Grand Blvd. Ste 200 Kansas City, MO 64108

Crown Center has shops, dining, & several attractions. It connects directly to Union Station through the 'Link' and is also right next to Hallmark HQ & the Hallmark Visitor's Center. It's a perfect spot to explore if you have time to spare, with plenty of fun things to do and see nearby.

Tour Kauffman Stadium

One Royal Way Kansas City, MO 64129

Neighborhoods to Enjoy

All are located along the *free* streetcar line and have a variety of cool places to eat, drink, and hang out.


Rivermarket - City Market shops & farmers' market, food, etc.

Power & Light District - bars, food, entertainment

Crossroads - a hub for good food, drinks, & artsy culture

Westport - bars, food, entertainment

Country Club Plaza - shopping, food, Loose Park


BONUS: Zona Rosa Shopping Center - located in North KC, by the venue & hotel blocks

More Museums to Visit

Our Favorite Food Spots

Joe's KC BBQ - the original gas station restaurant and best BBQ in Kansas City

Farina - handcrafted Italian, reservation recommended, located in Crossroads, one of our faves!

Extra Virgin - Mediterranean, tapas-style, located in Crossroads

801 Chophouse - classic, high-end steakhouse, located in the Power & Light District

The Farmhouse - cute brunch spot in the Rivermarket

Q39 - the best sit-down BBQ in KC, located in Westport

Carollo's Italian Grocery & Deli - makes a mean Italian sub sandwich

Slaps BBQ - our favorite ribs place located in West Bottoms

Bamboo Penny's - located ~30 min away in Leawood, but the Thai food is worth the drive

Jim's Alley Bar - a great drink, an even better slider, located in a Crossroads alleyway

Succotash - classic local brunch spot

Taco Naco - great food, located in Westport

Top Spots in Parkville (near the venue)

Visit Downtown Parkville

Eat at the Craic on Main, Frank's, or Stone Canyon Pizza

Take a break at Parkville Coffee

Have some fun at Parkville Mini Golf

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