Blog /blog/stories/ Blog Sat, 18 Jul 2026 07:47:16 +0000 Soccer Watch Parties in Â鶹´«Ã½¹ÙÍø - 2026 /blog/stories/post/where-to-find-soccer-watch-parties-in-kansas/ /blog/stories/post/where-to-find-soccer-watch-parties-in-kansas/#comments /blog/stories/post/where-to-find-soccer-watch-parties-in-kansas/ Mon, 29 Jun 2026 13:00:00 -0400

Get ready to catch the final few matches as the world's biggest sporting event comes to an end on July 19th. Soccer fans throughout Â鶹´«Ã½¹ÙÍø can still enjoy the final and third-place games at various watch parties.

Sporting KC's very own Sporting Park is easily the largest venue to catch the last few

]]> Getting Away from it all - Small Towns within 1 hour of KC /blog/stories/post/getting-away-from-it-all-small-towns-within-1-hour-of-kc/ /blog/stories/post/getting-away-from-it-all-small-towns-within-1-hour-of-kc/#comments /blog/stories/post/getting-away-from-it-all-small-towns-within-1-hour-of-kc/ Fri, 22 May 2026 12:00:00 -0400

Just beyond the bright lights and busy streets of Â鶹´«Ã½¹ÙÍø City are dozens of small towns that are perfect for getting away from all of the action this summer. To many visitors' surprise, many of the small towns in Â鶹´«Ã½¹ÙÍø are filled with incredibly historic downtowns, easy access to scenic byways,

]]> Visiting KC for the Summer? Escape the Crowds on this Serene Day Trip /blog/stories/post/visiting-kc-for-the-summer-escape-the-crowds-on-this-serene-day-trip/ /blog/stories/post/visiting-kc-for-the-summer-escape-the-crowds-on-this-serene-day-trip/#comments /blog/stories/post/visiting-kc-for-the-summer-escape-the-crowds-on-this-serene-day-trip/ Tue, 31 Mar 2026 00:00:00 -0400

Countless green spaces lie just beyond the shadow of stadiums and shopping malls across the Â鶹´«Ã½¹ÙÍø City metro area. Get immersed in Sunflower State beauty, history and cuisine on this easy day trip.

Catch the morning light as you tread lightly beneath towering cottonwood and sycamore trees at

]]> 5 Things to Do in Â鶹´«Ã½¹ÙÍø City This Fall /blog/stories/post/things-to-do-in-kansas-city-this-fall/ /blog/stories/post/things-to-do-in-kansas-city-this-fall/#comments /blog/stories/post/things-to-do-in-kansas-city-this-fall/ Sun, 31 Aug 2025 07:00:00 -0400

Fall in Â鶹´«Ã½¹ÙÍø City brings crisp breezes, golden sunsets, and trees turning shades of orange, red, and yellow make it the ideal time to enjoy seasonal experiences you won’t find any other time of year. Whether you’re a local or planning a weekend getaway, here are five of the best things to do this

]]> 9 of the Best Hikes In Â鶹´«Ã½¹ÙÍø /blog/stories/post/9-of-the-best-hikes-in-kansas/ /blog/stories/post/9-of-the-best-hikes-in-kansas/#comments /blog/stories/post/9-of-the-best-hikes-in-kansas/ Fri, 29 Aug 2025 00:00:00 -0400

When it comes to hiking, Â鶹´«Ã½¹ÙÍø should be on every outdoor lover’s list. It’s the ideal place for day hikers or backpackers who want to cover some distance without the lung-busting thin air that comes with high-altitude treks, and the hundreds of miles of wilderness trails have a quiet peacefulness

]]> 9 Delicious and Fun Â鶹´«Ã½¹ÙÍø Agritourism Gems within 1 Hour of KCK /blog/stories/post/9-delicious-and-fun-kansas-agritourism-gems-within-1-hour-of-kck/ /blog/stories/post/9-delicious-and-fun-kansas-agritourism-gems-within-1-hour-of-kck/#comments /blog/stories/post/9-delicious-and-fun-kansas-agritourism-gems-within-1-hour-of-kck/ Mon, 28 Oct 2024 15:00:00 -0400

Agriculture meets adventure at nine northeast Â鶹´«Ã½¹ÙÍø Agritourism gems, all within an hour of Â鶹´«Ã½¹ÙÍø City! From inspirational eateries to luxury farm stays, plus hands-on experiences, these destinations showcase the best of Northeast Â鶹´«Ã½¹ÙÍø’s agricultural heritage. Perfect for foodies, families, and

]]> Olde Road Chronicles: Adventures of the KS MVC /blog/stories/post/olde-road-chronicles-adventures-of-the-ks-mvc/ /blog/stories/post/olde-road-chronicles-adventures-of-the-ks-mvc/#comments /blog/stories/post/olde-road-chronicles-adventures-of-the-ks-mvc/ Thu, 17 Oct 2024 10:00:00 -0400

Another week, another adventure for the Mobile Visitor Center! We kicked things off at the "mothership"—the Curtis Building in Topeka—where we restocked, swapped stories, and set out on the next leg of our journey.

First Stop: Â鶹´«Ã½¹ÙÍø State Parks!

Our trek continued with a scenic stop at Kaw River

]]> Top 10 Â鶹´«Ã½¹ÙÍø items to put on your shopping list /blog/stories/post/top-10-kansas-items-to-put-on-your-shopping-list/ /blog/stories/post/top-10-kansas-items-to-put-on-your-shopping-list/#comments /blog/stories/post/top-10-kansas-items-to-put-on-your-shopping-list/ Mon, 27 Nov 2023 08:00:00 -0500

Are you not quite finished with holiday shopping? Â鶹´«Ã½¹ÙÍø has some serious shops to celebrate. Explore unique Â鶹´«Ã½¹ÙÍø gifts and charming stories – in person or online. Give someone you love something special from Â鶹´«Ã½¹ÙÍø.

The Wheat State Wine Company began in 2008 when they planted their first vines on

]]> 10 Places for a Quick Â鶹´«Ã½¹ÙÍø Getaway /blog/stories/post/10-places-for-a-quick-kansas-getaway/ /blog/stories/post/10-places-for-a-quick-kansas-getaway/#comments /blog/stories/post/10-places-for-a-quick-kansas-getaway/ Mon, 24 Oct 2022 00:00:00 -0400

Ready to grab your kiddos and hit the road? Below is a list of 10 family-friendly Â鶹´«Ã½¹ÙÍø destinations:

Â鶹´«Ã½¹ÙÍø City Metro

Â鶹´«Ã½¹ÙÍø City Metro is a great spare-of-the-moment vacation. Throw some overnight bags in the car and enjoy a stay at Great Wolf Lodge, Â鶹´«Ã½¹ÙÍø City’s premiere indoor waterpark

]]> 4 Day Â鶹´«Ã½¹ÙÍø Road Trip Itinerary /blog/stories/post/4-day-kansas-road-trip-itinerary/ /blog/stories/post/4-day-kansas-road-trip-itinerary/#comments /blog/stories/post/4-day-kansas-road-trip-itinerary/ Thu, 22 Sep 2022 08:00:00 -0400

It has always been my goal to travel to new places and share those experiences with my kids. Our first time in the Midwest, we decided to visit the beautiful state of Â鶹´«Ã½¹ÙÍø! Â鶹´«Ã½¹ÙÍø is truly underrated, and there is so much to see and explore.

We took a 4-day road trip through the state, starting in

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