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Planner Guide
KANSAS CITY < KS
MEETING
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Offsite Activities
Plan Your Trip
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Impress your meeting guests with a variety of
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Enjoy the quaint atmosphere and heritage of a local museum, get close to nature at one of our
many venues at area parks, wineries and lakes or give your guests a feel for the sports scene Kansas City, KS has to offer.
Take a tour and learn about Kansas Legends, see how marbles are made, sample local favorites -
from steaks to barbeque and everything in between.
From the Reardon Convention Center and the Great Wolf Lodge to Children’s Mercy Park and Kansas
Speedway - we can accommodate your guests.
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Welcome to Kansas City, on the Kansas side! Our close proximity to the Greater Kansas City metropolitan area and superior highway access makes traveling
effortless. We have a wide choice of hotels and unique function space to meet every need. You can be assured of a successful and entertaining event. From food to offsite activities, the staff of the Convention & Visitors Bureau is here to assist you. We look forward to working with you.
Kansas City, Kansas
Convention & Visitors
Bureau, Inc.
P.O. Box 171517
Kansas City, KS 66117
(913)321-5800
(800)264-1563
Fax: (913)371-0204
visitKansasCityKS.com
Welcome to Kansas City, Kansas!
Kerry GreenMeeting, Group and Event ManagerKansas City, KS CVB
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AIRPORTKansas City International (MCI) 816-243-5219 or www.flykci.com
TrainAMTRAK- Service to Kansas City from over 500 destinations. amtrak.com or 816-962-5399
Local Bus ServiceThe METRO- The city’s public bus system is affordable and convenient. For a complete listing of fares & routes, visit kcata.org or call 816-346-0200 for general information.
Major HighwaysInterstates East - West: I-70, I-435North - South: I-29, I-35, I-435
U.S. / KansasEast - West: US-24, US-40, K-32North - South: US-69, US-169, K-7
Climate - Average Temperature Jan: 29.1Feb: 32.8March: 43.3April: 55.3
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Sept: 69.7Oct: 58.5Nov: 44.3Dec:33.1
Airlines Serving KCI (MCI)Air Canada AirTran Airways Alaska Airlines American Delta Frontier
Sea Port Southwest Spirit United US Airways
Distance from Major CitiesChicago: 512 milesDenver: 600 milesSt. Louis: 251 milesSan Francisco: 1,803 milesDallas: 552 miles
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Hilton Garden Inn & The Reardon Convention Center520 Minnesota Avenue913-342-7900/ 800-445-8667www.hiltongardeninn.com
147 * I 2000 F X X H12
Located in downtown Kansas City, KS. Hotel features full-service restaurant and lounge, seamless entry to the convention center. Ideal for expos, conventions and banquets. Call for meeting / banquet space layout.
Great Wolf Lodge10401 Cabela Drive 913-299-7001/800-608-9653www.greatwolf.com
281 Suites
* * * I/O 200 F/S X X F4
Located in Village West. Kansas City’s premier indoor waterpark resort features restaurant, spa, arcade, gift shop, banquet and meeting space. Call for meeting / banquet space layout.
Oak Tree Inn Kansas City501 Southwest Boulevard 913-677-3060/800-368-1741www.oaktreeinn.com
112 * X 0 150 F X X I12
Easy access to I-35, I-70 and KC’s nightlife & entertainment district. Free local shuttle service within 3 miles. Convenient access to restaurants. Call for meeting / banquet space layout.
Best Western KC SpeedwayInn & Suites10401 France Family Drive913-334-4440/855-527-7333www.bestwestern.com
82 * X I 35 X F4
Located in Village West, convenient access to restaurants. Meeting room for 35, Boardroom for 15, Business Center, High speed and WiFi.
Holiday Inn Express & SuitesKansas City at KU Medical3932 Rainbow Blvd913-236-8700 / 888-HOLIDAYwww.hiekansascity.com
83 * X I 50 F X X I12
Located directly across from KU Medical Center. Convenient access to area restaurants & entertainment districts.
Holiday Inn Express Village West1931 Prairie Crossing 913-328-1024/ 888-HOLIDAYwww.hiekc.com
96 * * X I 50 F X F4
Adjacent to Legends shopping center and entertainment district. Meeting space available. Convenient access to many restaurants.
Country Inn & Suites1805 N. 110th Street913-299-4700 / 800-456-4000www.countryinns.com
116 Suites
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Located in Village West adjacent to The Legends shopping center and entertainment district.
Super 8 13041 Ridge AvenueBonner Springs, KS913-721-3877 / 800-454-3213www.super8.com
83 * X I 30 X J1Easy access to I-70. Located in Bonner Springs, KS.
LODGING AT A GLANCE
5Meeting Planner GuideThere are also many small, locally owned motels in the area. For a complete list, see www.VisitKansasCityKS.com or call 800-264-1563.
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Chateau Avalon701 Village West Parkway913-596-6000/877-522-8256www.chateauavalonhotel.com
61 * * * X 24 G4
Located across from Village West. Styled after a French chateau, luxury suites feature unique themes, two-person Chromotherapy jetted tubs and breakfast in bed.
Comfort Suites Speedway3000 N. 103rd Terrace913-299-4466 / 877-424-6324www.comfortsuites.com
84 Suites
* X I 20 F X G4
Located conveniently at the intersection of I-435 and Leavenworth Road.
American Motel7949 Splitlog Avenue913-299-2999www.myamericaninn.com
157 * X 0Easy access to 78th Street from I-70.
Candlewood Suites10920 Parallel Parkway913-788-9929/888-226-3539 www.candlewoodsuites.com
98 Suites
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Fully equipped kitchens and comfortable recliners, free use of washer and dryers, free DVD library. Adjacent to Village West.
Comfort Inn234 N. 78th Street 913-299-5555/ 877-424-6423www.comfortinn.com
45 * * X I F X H6
Easy access to 78th Street from I-70. Restaurants nearby.
Days Inn – Kansas Speedway7721 Elizabeth Avenue913-334-3028 / 800-329-7466www.daysinn.com
78 * X I F x G4
Easy access to I-70. Guest rooms feature microwave & mini-fridge in each suite.
Hampton Inn at Village West1400 Village West Parkway 913-328-1400/ 800-HAMPTONwww.kchampton.com
76 * * X I F X F4
Economy guest rooms include expanded continental breakfast and convenient access to many restaurants.
Holiday Inn Express13031 Ridge DriveBonner Springs, KS913-721-5300/ 888-HOLIDAYwww.hiexpress.com/bonnersprings
63 * * X I F X J1Easy access to I-70. Located in Bonner Springs, KS.
Residence Inn Kansas Cityat The Legends1875 Village West Parkway913-788-5650 / 888-236-2427www.marriott.com/mcisp
108 * * X I/O 30 F X X F4
Designed for extended-stay, enjoy spacious living rooms, full kitchen, evening social hour and sports court.
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The Reardon Convention Center at the Hilton Garden Inn520 Minnesota Avenue913-342-7900/ 800-HILTONSwww.hiltongardeninn.com
X X H12
20,000 square feet with convention, exhibition and banquet rooms; seats up to 2,000. Meeting space layout located on page 9/10
7th Street Event Center 735 Minnesota Avenue913-342-3448www.eventcenterkck.com
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Located in Downtown Kansas City Kansas. This historic facility accommodates 200-500. Stage, prep kitchen, and spacious dance floor.
Great Wolf Lodge10401 Cabela Drive913-299-7001/800-608-9653www.greatwolf.com
X X F4
Meeting and banquet facilities for up to 200. Over 3,000 square feet of meeting and exhibition space. Meeting space layout located on page 9/10
Argentine Branch Library 2800 Metropolitan Ave.913-722-7400
X L11Meeting facilities seat 10-12.
Oak Tree Inn 501 Southwest Boulevard 913-677-3060/800-368-1741www.oaktreeinn.com
X X I12Exhibition and banquet rooms.
Cabela’s10300 Cabela Drive913-328-0322 www.cabelas.com
X X F4Meeting space seats 100. Audio visual equipment available.
Best Western KC SpeedwayInn & Suites10401 France Family Dirve913-334-4440/800-780-7234 www.bestwestern.com
X F4Meeting and Boardroom space seats up to 35.
CommunityAmerica Ballpark1800 Village West Parkway913-328-2255 www.tbonesbaseball.com
X G4
A perfect venue for church retreats, small concerts & company team building events.6,500 seats.
Candlewood Suites10920 Parallel Parkway913-788-9929www.candlewoodsuites.com
X F4Small meeting space for up to 8.
Dave & Buster’s1843 Village West Parkway913-981-6815www.daveandbusters.com
X X F4
With menu options, drinks, activities and rooms of all sizes, we can easily accommodate groups of 20 to 2,000.
Comfort Suites Speedway3000 N. 103rd Terrace913-299-4466/ 877-424-6324www.comfortsuites.com
X G4Located at I-435 & Leavenworth Rd., meeting space for 20.
Delaware Lodge Hall9677 Parallel Parkway913-788-9696
X X E5
Reasonable rates with seating for 150 – full kitchen and lots of parking all one level.
Country Inn & Suites1805 N. 110th Street913-299-4700/ 800-456-4000www.countryinns.com
X F4
Located in Village West entertainment district. Meeting rooms for up to 50.
Dub’s Dread Golf Club12601 HollingsworthRd.913-721-1333www.dubsdreadgolfclub.com
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Seats up to 175 for indoor dining, dance floor and full bar service.
Holiday Inn Express& Suites Kansas Cityat KU Medical3932 Rainbow Blvd913-236-8700 / 888-HOLIDAY www.hiekansascity.com
X I12
Located directly across from KU Medical Center. Convenient access to area restaurants and entertainment district. Meeting space for 50.
F.O.P Lodge #47844 Leavenworth Road913-788-4367
X X D6
Meetings, dances, reunions, wedding receptions, full kitchen facility; seats 300.
Holiday Inn Express Bonner Springs13031 Ridge Drive, Bonner Springs913-721-5300 / 800-HOLIDAYwww.hiexpress.com/bonnersprings
X J1
Easy access to I-70. Located in Bonner Springs, KS. Meeting rooms for up to 50.
Famous Dave’s BBQ1320 Village West Parkway913-334-8646www.famousdaves.com
X X F4
Meetings for up to 50. Everything from appetizers to full catered meals.
Holiday Inn Express Village West1931 Prairie Crossing913-328-1024 / 888-HOLIDAYwww.hiekc.com
X F4
Located in Village West, 1500 square feet of meeting space to accommodate up to 50.
George Meyn Center126 State Ave.913-573-8327
X X F2
Seats 350; meeting room 75-100; kitchen. Stage. Convenient parking.
Residence Inn Kansas City at The Legends1875 Village West Parkway913-788-5650 /888-236-2427www.marriott.com/mcisp
X F4
Located at Legends Outlets-walk out to dining, shopping and entertainment. Meeting room for up to 30, on-site catering, TV & white board.
Grinter Place State Historic Site 1420 S. 78th Street913-334-2500www.kshs.org/grinter_place
X I6 Meeting room seats 45.
Super 813041 Ridge AvenueBonner Springs, KS 913-721-3877 / 800-454-3213www.super8.com
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Easy access to I-70. Located in Bonner Springs, KS. Meeting rooms for up to 65.
Hollis Renewal Center11414 Kansas Avenue913-441-0451www.holliscenter.org
X X G1
153 secluded acres. Trails, shelters, picnic areas. The Lodge, hideaway & welcome center offer year-round meeting rooms.
MEETING VENUES AT A GLANCE
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James P. Davis Hall91st & Leavenworth Rd.913-573-8327
X X C5
Scenic location over-looking Wyandotte County Lake. Seats 150; kitchen.
Quindaro Democratic Club6028 Leavenworth Road913-334-4600
X D8Meeting room for 80; kitchen facilities.
Kansas City KS Community College Conference Center 7250 State Ave.913-334-1100 ext 119
X X F7
Meeting and banquet room seats 72; fireplace, kitchen, no alcohol or smoking.
Red Lobster10700 Parallel Pkwy913-328-0025www.redlobster.com
X X F4Semi-private meeting room for up to 10.
Kansas Speedway400 Speedway Blvd.913-328-3300 www.kansasspeedway.com
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Choose from our suites, media center, garages and other great locations.
Rainbow Center 6220 Kansas Ave.913-287-1100
X I7Stage; seats 960; service counters.
Children's Mercy ParkOne Sporting Way913-912-7600www.sportingkc.com
X X G4
Unique meeting spaces for all your banquets, corporate meetings and team building to weddings and reception needs.
Sanctuary of Hope Retreat Center2601 Ridge Ave913-321-4673www.sanctuaryofhope.org
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Meeting rooms seat up to 60; overnight guest rooms up to 30 persons.
Lonestar Steakhouse1501 Village West Parkway913-334-9995www.lonestarsteakhouse.com
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2 rooms, up to 80 people, free with lunch or dinner purchases. Can do a set menu of 4-5 items. Negotiable
Savior Pastoral Center 12601 Parallel Pkwy913-721-1097
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3,000 square foot auditorium; meeting rooms for up to 100; 66 overnight rooms.
Main Branch Library 625 Minnesota Ave.913-551-3280
X G12Auditorium seats 100.
Strawberry Hill Museum and Cultural Center720 N. 4th Street913-371-3264www.strawberryhillmuseum.org
X X G12
Group tours are available by appointment. Seating up to 100. Kitchen facilities available.
Memorial Hall600 N. 7th St.913-371-7555
X H12
A historical hall consisting of arena seating for up to 3,000 guests. Ideal for concerts, church events, or other alternative sporting events.
Sunflower Hills Golf Course122nd Street & Riverview Rd.Bonner Springs, KS 913-721-1025 www.sunflowerhillsgolfcourse.com
X F2
Tournament and group outings welcomed.
National Agricultural Center and Hall of Fame630 Hall of Fame DriveBonner Springs, KS913-721-1075www.aghalloffame.com
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Ideal for family or corporate events of 20 to 5,000. The historic Farm Town offers park-like grounds along with the modern Smith Event Barn that accommodates 200, and a 600-seat outdoor pavilion.
Venue at Willow Creek3150 North 91st Street913-568-9535www.willowcreekkc.com
X X F2
KC's newest venue is the perfect back drop for weddings, family reunions and meetings.
National Guard Armory100 South 20th Street913-279-7857
X X H11
Seats 1,000; kitchen facilities; two other rooms seat 80 & 160.
West Wyandotte Branch 1737 N. 82nd Street913-596-5800
X X F5Meeting facilities; kitchen; auditorium seats 100.
Painted Hills Golf Course7101 Parallel Pkwy.913-334-1111www.paintedhillsgolfcourse.com
X X E7
Upstairs: Seats up to 250, dance floor, fireplace, patio for additional seating, full bar service, catering provided. Downstairs: Seats up to 150 for casual indoor dining and parties.
Wyandotte County FairgroundsMulti-purpose Bldg.13700 Polfer Rd.913-721-2333www.wycofair.com
X X B1
22,000 sq. ft.; open floor plan. Easy access to 7 Hwy, I-70, I-435
Pierson Hall1800 S. 55th Street913-596-7077
X X J8
Ideal for receptions, reunions and meetings. Seats 500; kitchen.
Wyandotte CountySports Complex10100 Leavenworth Rd.
X X D4Meeting and banquet facilities; seats 100.
Quindaro Community Center 2726 Brown Ave913-321-5022
X X D11Seats 300; kitchen facilities; no smoking or alcohol.
WyCo Lake & Park91st & Leavenworth Rd.913-573-8327
X C5
Picnic Shelters - A rural retreat within the city limits. Reservations required.
MEETING VENUES AT A GLANCE
There are additional venues and attractions in the area. For a complete list, see www.VisitKansasCityKS.com or call 800-264-1563.
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Great Wolf Lodge Event ServicesCollaborate with experienced planning profes-sionals to craft the perfect meeting or event. Whether you’re in need of an intimate catered function or a one-of-a-kind event, you can be confident knowing that you’ll partner with a team fully vested in your success.
Culinary ExcellenceBanquet menus feature a vast array of options, from a simple continental breakfast, to an upscale plated dinner. The chef and banquet staff take immense pride in providing you and your attendees with an ideal dining experience within your budget.
Audio Visual SolutionsMeeting rooms include innovative, integrated audio visual solutions to accommodate any type of multi-media presentation. On-site technical support is available upon request.
Resort AmenitiesAt night, guests staying at Great Wolf Lodge will retire to well-appointed Northwoods-themed suites. Additional resort amenities are available during your visit and include din-ing and bar options, day spa, 24-hour fitness center, confectionery and a gift shop.
ACCOMMODATIONS
■ Located just off of I-435 in the Legends at Village West entertainment district
■ 3,800 sq. ft. of flexible meeting space
■ Two separate and configurable meeting rooms
■ Full-service catering options
■ Complimentary high speed wireless Internet access
■ Complimentary on-site parking
■ 281 spacious guest suites
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CONVENTION SPACE
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Hilton Garden Inn & Reardon Convention CenterLocated in the heart of our Kansas City
Metropolitan Area and only moments from
downtown Kansas City, Missouri. The
Hilton Garden Inn provides each guest with
an in-room refrigerator, microwave and coffee
maker, as well as ample desk space, 24 hour
business center, complimentary high speed
internet access, indoor pool, fitness center and
on-site restaurant. Connected with a seamless
entry to the Reardon Convention Center and
centrally located to many attractions in the
Kansas City metropolitan area.
AMENITIESFor Your Business Convenience:
■ Audio/Visual Equipment Rental
■ Business Center
■ Express Mail
■ Fax
■ Printer
For Your Comfort and Convenience: ■ Baggage Storage ■ Coin Laundry ■ Laundry/Valet Service ■ Pool ■ Full Service Restaurant
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