"KC on KC" is a collaborative video series brought to you by Visit KC and a group of local filmmakers to showcase the beauty and creativity of our fair city ... straight from the eyes of locals.
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KC on KC: Jazz
Guided by local legend Lonnie McFadden, hear how Kansas City gave jazz its undeniable swing.
This film was created in collaboration with KJO Media. Learn more at www.kjomedia.com.
KC on KC: City of Coffee
What's brewing in KC? A serious caffeine scene, for starters. From mainstays like The Roasterie to newcomers, here's the word on all things caffeine.
This film was created in collaboration with MTVIDYO. Learn more at www.mtvidyo.com.
KC on KC: Cocktails
Guided by Ryan Maybee, hear how the Kansas City cocktail scene earns us the nickname, "Paris of the Plains."
This film was created in collaboration with H Media. Learn more at www.hmediakc.com.
KC on KC: Music
People are talking about the Kansas City music scene...and we've got way more than just fantastic jazz. See what Trampled Under Foot, Beautiful bodies and others have to say the city whose musicians know how to put on a great gig.
KC on KC: Museums
Kansas City is home to world-renowned art museums, the nation's World War I Museum and much more.This film was created in collaboration with Rico Productions. Learn more at www.ricodidit.com/.
KC on KC: Shopping
Whether you covet the latest trends, love to scour antique markets or (literally) wear your Kansas City pride on your sleeve, the local shopping scene has something for you.This film was created in collaboration with H Media. Learn more at www.hmediakc.com.
KC on KC: Craft Beer
In a toast to being one of Travel + Leisure's "Best Beer Cities," we asked eight local beer barons to spout off on their favorite KC brews.
This film was created in collaboration with MTVIDYO. Learn more at www.mtvidyo.com.
KC on KC: Pizza
Gourmet and scratch-made, Neapolitan or New-York style. Grab a seat—and a slice—at KC’s neighborhood pizza joints.
This film was created in collaboration with Summer House Films. Learn more at http://summerhousefilms.com.
KC on KC: Barbecue
Barbecue is a way of life in Kansas City. From “slow and low” to sweet and sassy, follow your nose and see what’s cooking in the ‘cue capital of the world.
This film was created in collaboration with KJO Media. Learn more at http://kjomedia.com.
KC on KC: Farm to Table
Set the table. Kansas City keeps things fresh with a bevy of family-owned farms, neighborhood markets and sustainable-yet –delicious restaurants.
This film was created in collaboration with Mile Deep Films & Television. Learn more at miledeepfilms.com.
KC on KC: Enter The Cauldron
Recognized as one of “America’s Most Sports-Crazed Cities” by Travel + Leisure, Kansas City is sure to leave you cheering on and off the field. Sporting KC’s die-hard fans take us inside The Cauldron and the Soccer Capital of America.
This film was created in collaboration with S Group. Learn more at www.sgroupcreations.com.
KC on KC: Made in KC
Love all things local? You’re in good hands with the creators and makers of Kansas City.
This film was created in collaboration with our friends at MTVIDYO. Learn more at http://www.mtvidyo.com.
KC on KC: Wine
Everyone loves wine. KC’s thriving wineries cater to connoisseurs and amateurs alike with varieties and vintages made right in our own backyard.
This film was created in collaboration with S Group. Learn more at www.sgroupcreations.com.
KC on KC: City of Fountains
"The City of Fountains” isn’t just a cool nickname for KC. It’s one that we've earned. Discover some of the most iconic fountains found throughout Kansas City, all set to the tune of the Kansas City Symphony.This film was created in collaboration with KJO Media. Learn more at http://kjomedia.com.
KC on KC: Dive Bars
Raise a glass for Kansas City’s dive bars: establishments as eclectic as they are beloved, each one with a story to tell and a drink to serve.
This film was created in cooperation with Bark Productions. Learn more at http://www.barkproductions.com.
KC on KC: Thrills
High-speed coasters. Soaring zip lines. Adrenaline-fueled watersports. Regardless of the thrill, Kansas City is sure to get your heart racing.
The film was created in cooperation with Blue Coffee Pictures. Learn more at http://bluecoffeepictures.com.
KC on KC: Life Imitates Art
Whether life imitates art or vice versa, Kansas City’s incredible art scene inspires everyone’s inner artist—and is certainly worth duplicating. The film was created in cooperation with Native Digital. Learn more at https://nativekc.com.
KC on KC: Iconic Eats
From a unique and flavorful barbecue cut to specialty, handcrafted chocolates, Kansas City touts a number of defining dishes that are as unforgettable as the Western Auto sign or a late-night session at the Mutual Musicians Foundation. This film was created in collaboration with MTVIDYO. Learn more at http://www.mtvidyo.com.
KC on KC: Distilleries
Kansas City’s distillery scene is shaping the industry with new takes on old styles, establishing an innovative spirit that pays homage to KC’s historic roots.
This film was created in collaboration with our friends at MTVIDYO. Learn more at http://www.mtvidyo.com.
KC on KC: Rhythm & Soul
Barbecue. Baseball. Jazz. Kansas City thrives in its time-honored institutions—a sure sign that its soul is as alive as ever.
The film was created in cooperation with Native Digital. Learn more at https://nativekc.com.
KC on KC: Kids
From underwater adventures to treats that arrive by train, experience Kansas City through the eyes of a young one and you’ll see why kids love KC.
This film was created in collaboration with MTVIDYO. Learn more at http://www.mtvidyo.com.
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1827 Log Courthouse
Region: East
Phone: (816) 325-7111
Visit WebsiteAdventure Oasis Water Park
Region: East
Phone: (816) 325-7370
Visit WebsiteAmerican Jazz Museum
Region: 18th and Vine Neighborhood, Downtown
Phone: (816) 474-8463
Visit WebsiteAmerican Royal Association
Region: West Bottoms, Downtown
Phone: (816) 221-9800
Visit WebsiteAmigoni Urban Winery
Region: West Bottoms, Downtown
Phone: (913) 890-3289
Visit WebsiteBeast Haunted House, The
Region: West Bottoms, Downtown
Phone: (816) 842-4280
Visit WebsiteBrush Creek Community Center
Region: South KC
Phone: (816) 513-0730
Visit WebsiteBruce R. Watkins Cultural Heritage Center
Region: South KC
Phone: (816) 513-0700
Visit WebsiteChicago and Alton Depot
Region: East
Phone: (816) 325-7955
Visit WebsiteCinder Block Brewery
Region: North KC
Phone: (816) 298-6555
Visit WebsiteCity Hall Observation Deck
Region: Downtown
Phone: (816) 513-2689
Visit WebsiteElmwood Cemetery
Region: East
Phone: (816) 231-0373
Visit WebsiteEwing and Muriel Kauffman Memorial Garden
Region: Midtown
Phone: (816) 932-1260
Visit WebsiteGangster Tour
Region: Crown Center, Downtown
Phone: (816) 471-1234
Visit WebsiteGreat Wolf Lodge
Region: Kansas City, Kansas, Kansas
Phone: (913) 907-2954
Visit WebsiteHallmark Visitors Center
Region: Crown Center, Downtown
Phone: (816) 274-3613
Visit WebsiteHeritage League of Greater Kansas City
Region: Downtown
Phone: (913) 715-2551
Visit WebsiteHorace M. Peterson III Visitors Center
Region: 18th and Vine Neighborhood, Downtown
Phone: (816) 474-8463
Visit WebsiteJohnson County Museum
Region: Kansas, Overland Park, Johnson County/South
Phone: (913) 826-2787
Visit WebsiteKaleidoscope
Region: Crown Center, Downtown
Phone: (816) 274-8301
Visit WebsiteKansas City Convention & Entertainment Facilities
Region: Crossroads, Downtown
Phone: (816) 513-5000
Visit WebsiteKansas City Fun Trolley Tours LLC
Region: Crown Center, Downtown
Phone: (816) 500-5417
Visit WebsiteKansas City Northern Miniature Railroad
Region: Northland
Phone: (816) 746-5663
Visit WebsiteKemper Museum of Contemporary Art
Region: Country Club Plaza, Midtown
Phone: (816) 753-5784
Visit WebsiteLanesfield Historic Site
Region: Johnson County/South, Kansas
Phone: (913) 893-6645
Visit WebsiteLakeside Nature Center
Region: South KC, Swope Park
Phone: (816) 513-8960
Visit WebsiteLenexa Convention and Visitors Bureau
Region: Johnson County/South, Kansas
Phone: (913) 888-1414
Visit WebsiteLoose Park
Region: Midtown
Phone: (816) 513-7500
Visit WebsiteLouisburg Aquatic Center
Region: Overland Park
Phone: (913) 837-3555
Visit WebsiteMacabre Cinema Haunted House
Region: West Bottoms, Downtown
Phone: (816) 472-4467
Visit WebsiteMahaffie Stagecoach Stop & Farm
Region: Johnson County/South, Kansas
Phone: (913) 971-5111
Visit WebsiteMidwest Genealogy Center
Region: East
Phone: (816) 252-7228
Visit WebsiteNational Frontier Trails Museum
Region: East
Phone: (816) 325-7575
Visit WebsiteNegro Leagues Baseball Museum
Region: 18th and Vine Neighborhood, Downtown
Phone: (816) 221-1920
Visit WebsiteOld Red Bridge Love Locks
Region: South KC, Swope Park
Phone: (816) 513-7500
Visit WebsitePenguin Park
Region: Northland
Phone: (816) 513-7500
Visit WebsitePlatte County Convention & Visitors Bureau
Region: Johnson County/South, Kansas
Phone: (816) 270-3979
Visit WebsitePuppetry Arts Institute
Region: East
Phone: (816) 833-9777
Visit WebsiteQuindaro Ruins Underground Railroad
Region: Kansas City, Kansas, Kansas
Phone: (913) 609-1587
Visit WebsiteRose Garden
Region: Northland
Phone: (816) 784-5300
Visit WebsiteScience City at Union Station
Region: Crown Center, Downtown
Phone: (816) 460-2020
Visit WebsiteSouth Kansas City Chamber of Commerce
Region: South KC
Phone: (816) 761-7660
Visit WebsiteSpring Hill Cemetery
Region: Johnson County/South, Kansas
Phone: (913) 592-3664
Visit WebsiteStarlight Theatre
Region: South KC, Swope Park
Phone: (816) 363-7827
Visit WebsiteThe Bay Water Park
Region: South KC
Phone: (816) 965-9218
Visit WebsiteThe Edge of Hell Haunted House
Region: West Bottoms, Downtown
Phone: (816) 842-4279
Visit WebsiteThe Money Museum at Federal Reserve Bank of Kansas City
Region: Crown Center, Downtown
Phone: (816) 881-2683
Visit WebsiteTony Aguirre Community Center
Region: Westside/Southwest BLVD, Downtown
Phone: (816) 784-1300
Visit WebsiteTrailside Center
Region: South KC
Phone: (816) 942-3581
Visit WebsiteVaile Mansion and Arboretum
Region: East
Phone: (816) 503-6700
Visit WebsiteVietnam Veterans Memorial
Region: Westport, Midtown
Phone: (816) 561-8387
Visit WebsiteVisit Shawnee
Region: Johnson County/South, Kansas
Phone: (913) 631-6545
Visit WebsiteArabia Steamboat Museum
Region: River Market, Downtown
Phone: (816) 471-1856
Visit WebsiteUnion Station Kansas City
Region: Crown Center, Downtown
Phone: (816) 460-2000
Visit WebsiteThe Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art
Region: Country Club Plaza, Midtown
Phone: (816) 751-1278
Visit WebsiteOlathe Chamber of Commerce/Convention and Visitors Bureau
Region: Johnson County/South, Kansas
Phone: (913) 764-1050
Visit WebsiteLegends Outlets Kansas City
Region: Kansas City, Kansas, Kansas
Phone: (913) 788-3700
Visit WebsiteVisit Independence
Region: East
Phone: (816) 325-7575
Visit WebsiteKansas City Zoo & Aquarium
Region: South KC, Swope Park
Phone: (816) 595-1234
Visit WebsiteCrown Center
Region: Crown Center, Downtown
Phone: (816) 274-8444
Visit WebsiteNational WWI Museum and Memorial
Region: Crown Center, Downtown
Phone: (816) 888-8100
Visit WebsiteVisit Kansas City Kansas
Region: Kansas City, Kansas, Kansas
Phone: (913) 321-5800
Visit WebsiteKansas City Royals
Region: East
Phone: (816) 921-8000
Visit WebsiteLEGOLAND Discovery Center Kansas City
Region: Crown Center, Downtown
Phone: (816) 471-4386
Visit WebsiteSEA LIFE Kansas City Aquarium
Region: Crown Center, Downtown
Phone: (816) 471-4FUN (4386)
Visit WebsiteThe National Museum of Toys and Miniatures
Region: South Plaza, Midtown
Phone: (816) 235-8000
Visit WebsiteServaes Brewing Company
Region: Johnson County/South, Kansas
Phone: (913) 608-5220
Visit WebsiteChicken N Pickle - Kansas City
Region: North KC
Phone: (816) 537-1400
Visit WebsiteBlade & Timber Power & Light
Region: West Bottoms, Downtown
Phone: (816) 343-8489
Visit WebsiteOverland Chauffeured Services
Region: Johnson County/South, Kansas
Phone: (913) 381-3504
Visit WebsiteBoulevard Brewing Co.
Region: Westside/Southwest BLVD, Downtown
Phone: (816) 701-7247
Visit WebsiteJ. Rieger & Co.
Region: North East
Phone: (816) 702-7800
Visit WebsiteCity of Lenexa, Kansas
Region: Kansas, Johnson County/South
Phone: (913) 477-7500
Visit WebsiteBingham-Waggoner Estate
Region: East
Phone: (816) 461-3491
Visit WebsiteErnie Miller Nature Center
Region: Johnson County/South, Kansas
Phone: (913) 826-2800
Visit WebsiteBlade & Timber Town Center
Region: Kansas, Overland Park, Johnson County/South
Phone: (913) 205-5421
Visit WebsiteCity of North Kansas City, Missouri
Region: North KC
Phone: (816) 274-6000
Visit WebsiteCity Market
Region: River Market, Downtown
Phone: (816) 842-1271
Visit WebsiteGardner Chamber of Commerce
Region: Johnson County/South, Kansas
Phone: (913) 856-6464
Visit WebsiteBorder Brewing Company
Region: Downtown
Phone: (816) 469-5287
Visit WebsiteHarry S. Truman Presidential Library and Museum
Region: East
Phone: (816) 268-8200
Visit WebsiteCasual Animal Brewing Company
Region: Crossroads, Downtown
Phone: (816) 648-0184
Visit WebsiteCity of Grandview, MO
Region: South KC
Phone: (816) 316-4800
Visit WebsiteJackson County Parks + Rec
Region: South KC, East
Phone: (816) 503-4800
Visit WebsiteMartin City Brewing Company
Region: South KC
Phone: (816) 268-2222
Visit WebsiteiFLY Kansas City
Region: Johnson County/South, Kansas
Phone: (913) 305-4359
Visit WebsiteMissouri Town Living History Museum.
Region: South KC, East
Phone: (816) 229-8980
Visit WebsiteHistoric Garment District Museum of Kansas City
Region: Downtown
Phone: (816) 513-0726
Visit WebsiteKansas City Automotive Museum
Region: Johnson County/South, Kansas
Phone: (913) 322-4227
Visit WebsiteFactory Cafe - The Roasterie
Region: Westside/Southwest BLVD, Downtown
Phone: (816) 931-4000
Visit WebsiteKansas City Renaissance Festival
Region: Kansas City, Kansas, Kansas
Phone: (913) 721-2110
Visit WebsiteGEHA Field at Arrowhead Stadium
Region: East
Phone: (816) 920-9300
Visit WebsiteKemper Outdoor Education Center
Region: South KC, Westport, East
Phone: (816) 229-8980
Visit WebsiteTom's Town Distilling Company
Region: Crossroads, Downtown
Phone: (816) 541-2400
Visit WebsiteBrew Lab
Region: Overland Park, Johnson County/South, Kansas
Phone: (913) 400-2343
Visit WebsiteNorthland Regional Chamber of Commerce
Region: Northland
Phone: (816) 455-9911
Visit WebsiteVisitor Services at the JCPRD Administration Building
Region: Johnson County/South, Kansas
Phone: (913) 888-4713
Visit WebsiteSplash Cove Aquatic Center
Region: Johnson County/South, Kansas
Phone: (913) 631-7177
Visit WebsiteShawnee Town 1929
Region: Johnson County/South, Kansas
Phone: (913) 248-2360
Visit WebsiteSpring Hill Kansas - Historic Downtown
Region: Kansas, Johnson County/South
Phone: (913) 592-3664
Visit WebsiteKansas City Chiefs
Region: East
Phone: (816) 920-9300
Visit WebsiteStrange Days Brewing Co.
Region: River Market, Downtown
Phone: (816) 469-5321
Visit WebsiteKansas City Parks & Recreation
Region: South KC
Phone: (816) 513-7500
Visit WebsiteJohnson County Arts & Heritage Center
Region: Overland Park, Johnson County/South, Kansas
Phone: (913) 826-2787
Visit WebsiteThomas A. Soetaert Aquatic Center
Region: Johnson County/South, Kansas
Phone: (913) 631-0054
Visit WebsiteKansas City Museum
Region: North East
Phone: 816-702-7700
Visit WebsiteVisit Overland Park
Region: Johnson County/South, Kansas
Phone: (913) 491-0123
Visit WebsiteShawnee Historic Murals
Region: Johnson County/South, Kansas
Phone: (913) 631-2500
Visit WebsiteThe Regnier Family Wonderscope Children's Museum of Kansas City
Region: South KC
Phone: (816) 643-6700
Visit WebsiteCrown Center Ice Terrace
Region: Crown Center, Downtown
Phone: (816) 274-8411
Visit WebsiteBlack Archives of Mid-America, Inc.
Region: 18th and Vine Neighborhood, Downtown
Phone: (816) 221-1600
Visit WebsiteLewis and Clark Lookout, Case Park
Region: Downtown
Phone: N/A
Visit WebsiteVisit KC
Region: Downtown, Power & Light
Phone: (816) 691-3800
Visit WebsiteKC Wine Co. & KC Pumpkin Patch
Region: Johnson County/South, Kansas
Phone: (913) 484-6251
Visit WebsiteTransport Brewery
Region: Johnson County/South, Kansas
Phone: 732-998-5899
Visit WebsiteDowntown Shawnee
Region: Johnson County/South, Kansas
Phone: (913) 631-2500
Visit WebsiteAubrey Vineyards
Region: Overland Park, Johnson County/South, Kansas
Phone: (913) 909-2926
Visit WebsiteExBEERiment Brewing
Region: Johnson County/South, Kansas
Phone: (913) 938-4175
Visit WebsiteThe College Basketball Experience
Region: Power & Light, Downtown
Phone: (816) 949-7500
Visit WebsiteAmazing Scavenger Hunt Adventure-Kansas City
Region: Midtown, Westport
Phone: (805) 603-5620
Visit WebsiteBreakout KC - Park Place
Region: Overland Park, Johnson County/South, Kansas
Phone: (913) 298-1081
Visit WebsiteBreakout KC - River Market
Region: River Market, Downtown
Phone: (816) 945-CODE(2633)
Visit WebsiteRockcreek Brewing Co.
Region: Kansas, Johnson County/South
Phone: 913-218-0017
Visit WebsiteT-Mobile Center
Region: Power & Light, Downtown
Phone: (816) 949-7100
Visit WebsiteCallsign Brewing
Region: North KC
Phone: (660) 541-0420
Visit WebsiteSinkers Lounge
Region: Power & Light, Downtown
Phone: (913) 374-0105
Visit WebsiteKansas Speedway
Region: Kansas City, Kansas, Kansas
Phone: (866) 460-7223
Visit WebsiteGhost Tour, Haunted Taxi Ghost Tours & 1322 Maple House Of The Dead
Region: Johnson County/South, Kansas
Phone: 913-205-9775
Visit WebsitePinstripes Overland Park
Region: Johnson County/South, Kansas
Phone: (913) 681-2255
Visit WebsiteDowntown Lee's Summit
Region: South KC, East
Phone: (816) 246-6598
Visit WebsiteKirk Family YMCA
Region: Downtown
Phone: (816) 842-9622
Visit WebsiteBRKTHROUGH
Region: Johnson County/South, Kansas
Phone: (913) 948-5800
Visit WebsiteRiver Bluff Brewing
Region: River Market, Downtown
Phone: (816) 255-2360
Visit WebsiteCity Barrel Brewery + Kitchen
Region: Downtown
Phone: (816) 298-7008
Visit WebsiteStockyards Brewing Co.
Region: Downtown, West Bottoms
Phone: (816) 945-7729
Visit WebsiteOak & Steel
Region: Downtown, Crossroads
Phone: (816) 610-8955
Visit WebsiteChicken N Pickle - Overland Park
Region: Johnson County/South, Kansas
Phone: (913) 703-5950
Visit WebsiteRaytown Area Chamber of Commerce & Tourism
Region: South KC, Westport, East
Phone: (816) 353-8500
Visit WebsiteRestless Spirits Distilling
Region: North KC
Phone: (816) 492-6868
Visit WebsiteFull Moon Escape
Region: West Bottoms, Downtown
Phone: (816) 842-4280
Visit WebsiteKC Rainbow Tour
Region: Downtown
Phone: (574) 226-9550
Visit WebsitePuttery
Region: Country Club Plaza, Midtown
Visit WebsiteKC Wheel
Region: Downtown
Phone: (816) 608-6918
Visit WebsiteFaulkner's Ranch Event Venue
Region: South KC
Phone: (816) 761-5055
Visit WebsiteKansas City Tour Company/Black History KC
Region: South KC, Westport, East
Phone: (816) 286-5298
Visit WebsiteLarks Entertainment Kansas City
Region: West Bottoms, Downtown
Phone: (816) 832-8238
Visit WebsiteNerman Museum of Contemporary Art
Region: Overland Park, Johnson County/South, Kansas
Phone: (913) 469-3000
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