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Things to do with friends in Kansas City, MO

What are fun things to do with friends in Kansas City?

We checked 56 real places in Kansas City, MO from OpenStreetMap, including 8 places to eat, 8 bars and nightlife spots (21+) and 8 sights. Squad Plan's three day plans below draw on these places, and your group can vote on the one you like best.

Last updated 2026-10-14

We found 8 places to eat, 8 bars and nightlife spots (21+), 8 sights, 8 parks and outdoor spots, 8 game spots, 8 sports venues and 8 places to shop in Kansas City, from OpenStreetMap map data.

Three ready-made day plans

Costs are rough estimates per person in US dollars. Check hours and prices before you go.

Plan A

Airline History Museum to Brass Rail Sports Bar

Slow pace, good food, plenty of time to talk. Group of 4 for friends hangout.

Estimated total per person: $69–210

  1. 10:00Visit Airline History Museum

    201 Northwest Lou Holland Drive, Kansas City, MO 64116

    Free to $25 (estimate)
  2. 11:00Explore Kernoodles Park

    Kansas City, Missouri

    Free
  3. 12:30Lunch at South of Summit Taqueria and Tequila

    516 West 75th Street, Kansas City, MO 64114

    $12–20 (estimate)
  4. 14:00Get active at Martin City Sports Complex

    Truffle Shuffle, Kansas City, MO 64145

    $10–25 (estimate)
  5. 15:00Browse Zona Rosa

    Northwest 87th Terrace, Kansas City, MO 64153

    Free to $40 (estimate)
  6. 16:00Watch a movie at AMC Barrywoods 24

    8101 Northwest Roanridge Road, Kansas City, MO 64151

    $15–30 (estimate)
  7. 18:30Dinner at Jack Stack Barbeque

    Holmes Road, Kansas City, MO 64145

    $20–40 (estimate)
  8. 20:30Drinks at Brass Rail Sports Bar

    Northeast 81st Street, Kansas City, MO 64156

    $12–30 (estimate)
Plan B

Kansas City Zoo & Aquarium to Oak & Steel

A fuller day of sights and new places. Group of 4 for friends hangout.

Estimated total per person: $69–210

  1. 10:00Visit Kansas City Zoo & Aquarium

    6800 Zoo Drive, Kansas City, MO 64132

    Free to $25 (estimate)
  2. 11:00Explore Iser Park

    Kansas City, Missouri

    Free
  3. 12:30Lunch at Margarita's Martin City

    East 134th Street, Kansas City, MO 64146

    $12–20 (estimate)
  4. 14:00Get active at Cedar Ridge Neighborhood Pool

    Northwest 75th Street, Kansas City, MO 64118

    $10–25 (estimate)
  5. 15:00Browse Brookside Farmers' Market

    6425 Wornall Road, Kansas City, MO 64113

    Free to $40 (estimate)
  6. 16:00Watch a movie at AMC

    8600 Ward Parkway, Kansas City, MO 64114

    $15–30 (estimate)
  7. 18:30Dinner at Governor Stumpy's Bar & Grill

    East Gregory Boulevard, Kansas City, MO 64113

    $20–40 (estimate)
  8. 20:30Drinks at Oak & Steel

    120 West 17th Street, Kansas City, MO 64108

    $12–30 (estimate)
Plan C

Battle of Westport Visitor Center to Block15

High energy from start to finish. Group of 4 for friends hangout.

Estimated total per person: $69–210

  1. 10:00Visit Battle of Westport Visitor Center

    Mall Drive, Kansas City, MO 64132

    Free to $25 (estimate)
  2. 11:00Explore Essex Park

    Kansas City, Missouri

    Free
  3. 12:30Lunch at Kokoro Maki House

    340 West 75th Street, Kansas City, MO 64114

    $12–20 (estimate)
  4. 14:00Play at Sinkers Lounge

    53 West 13th Street, Kansas City, MO 64105

    $15–30 (estimate)
  5. 15:00Get active at YMCA Metro

    3827 Troost Avenue, Kansas City, MO 64109

    $10–25 (estimate)
  6. 16:00Browse The Village at Briarcliff

    Northwest Briarcliff Parkway, Kansas City, MO 64116

    Free to $40 (estimate)
  7. 18:30Dinner at New China

    Blue Ridge Boulevard, Kansas City, MO 64030

    $20–40 (estimate)
  8. 20:30Drinks at Block15

    301 Delaware Street, Kansas City, MO 64105

    $12–30 (estimate)

Family friendly things to do in Kansas City

Real places in Kansas City for a day out with kids.

  1. Visit Kansas City Zoo & Aquarium

    A good first stop for a family day. Check the hours before you go.

    Free to $25 (estimate)6800 Zoo Drive, Kansas City, MO 64132
  2. Visit Warford Park

    Free to visit, with room to run around. Bring snacks and water.

    FreeKansas City, Missouri
  3. Eat at Jack Stack Barbeque

    A sit-down meal for the whole family. Call ahead for a big group.

    $12–20 (estimate)Holmes Road, Kansas City, MO 64145
  4. Go to KC Wheel Mini Golf

    Mini golf, bowling and arcades are easy for kids. Check the hours before you go.

    $15–30 (estimate)2485 Jefferson Street, Kansas City, MO 64108
  5. Go to Regal Kansas City

    Movies, games or bowling for a rainy or hot afternoon. Check showtimes and hours first.

    $15–30 (estimate)3200 North Ameristar Drive, Kansas City, MO 64161
  6. Snack stop at Starbucks

    A quick stop for drinks and a snack between activities.

    $8–18 (estimate)13121 State Line Road, Kansas City, KS 64145

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Date night ideas in Kansas City

Real places in Kansas City for two people, with a rough cost per person.

  1. Coffee at Starbucks

    Short, cheap, and easy to make longer if it goes well.

    $8–18 (estimate)13121 State Line Road, Kansas City, KS 64145
  2. Walk through Terrace Lake Gardens Community Park

    Free, and easy to talk while you walk side by side.

    FreeKansas City, Missouri
  3. Look around TWA Museum

    Something to look at together, so there is always something to talk about.

    Free to $25 (estimate)300 North Richards Road, Kansas City, MO 64116
  4. Play a round at Ward Parkway Lanes

    Something to do together, so you are not just making small talk across a table.

    $15–30 (estimate)1523 West 89th Street, Kansas City, MO 64114
  5. Dinner at South of Summit Taqueria and Tequila

    Pick a table where you can talk, and share a few dishes if you both like that.

    $20–40 (estimate)516 West 75th Street, Kansas City, MO 64114
  6. Drinks at Orlando's (21+)

    One drink, then decide together if the night keeps going.

    $12–30 (estimate)8132 Northwest Prairie View Road, Kansas City, MO 64151

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Things to do with a large group in Kansas City

Real places in Kansas City for a group of 10 or more people.

  1. Bowling at Ward Parkway Lanes

    Teams take turns, so everyone stays in the game. Book lanes ahead for a big group.

    $15–30 (estimate)1523 West 89th Street, Kansas City, MO 64114
  2. Play at Rooftop Cinema Club

    Ask about group rates and book ahead before you go.

    $15–30 (estimate)2101 Broadway Boulevard, Kansas City, MO 64108
  3. Racket sports at Plaza Tennis Center

    Rotate players so everyone gets a turn on court. Book courts ahead for a big group.

    $10–25 (estimate)Mill Creek Parkway, Kansas City, MO 64112
  4. Park time at Mark L. McHenry Park

    Bring a ball, a frisbee or lawn games. Free, and easy to split into smaller groups.

    FreeKansas City, Missouri
  5. Dinner at South of Summit Taqueria and Tequila

    Book ahead for a big table, and ask if they can seat your group together.

    $20–40 (estimate)516 West 75th Street, Kansas City, MO 64114
  6. Drinks at Larks Entertainment (21+)

    Only for groups where everyone is 21+. Ask about a reserved table for a big party.

    $12–30 (estimate)1527 West 9th Street, Kansas City, MO 64101

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Weekend in Kansas City with friends

A two-day plan of real places in Kansas City, from Saturday morning to Sunday afternoon.

  1. Saturday morning: Thomas Hart Benton Home and Studio State Historic Site

    Start the day with a museum, gallery or other sight. Check opening days before you go.

    Free to $25 (estimate)3616 Belleview Avenue, Kansas City, MO 64111
  2. Saturday lunch: South of Summit Taqueria and Tequila

    Sit down together for lunch. Book ahead if the group is big.

    $12–20 (estimate)516 West 75th Street, Kansas City, MO 64114
  3. Saturday afternoon: Kirby Creek Park

    Free, and easy to split up and meet again. Good for a walk between stops.

    FreeKansas City, Missouri
  4. Saturday night: Prohibition Hall (21+)

    A drink or two to end the day. Everyone needs to be 21 or older.

    $12–30 (estimate)1118 McGee Street, Kansas City, MO 64106
  5. Sunday morning: coffee at Starbucks

    A slow start for the last day. Quick, cheap, and easy to fit a group in.

    $8–18 (estimate)13121 State Line Road, Kansas City, KS 64145
  6. Sunday afternoon: Tivoli Cinemas

    Bowling, an arcade or a movie. Something to do together before heading home.

    $15–30 (estimate)4050 Pennsylvania Avenue, Kansas City, MO 64111

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Birthday ideas for adults in Kansas City

Real places in Kansas City for a birthday the whole group will show up for.

  1. Birthday dinner at South of Summit Taqueria and Tequila

    Book a table for the whole group and let the birthday person order first.

    $20–40 (estimate)516 West 75th Street, Kansas City, MO 64114
  2. Play at AMC Barrywoods 24

    Something to do together beats only sitting and talking. Book ahead for a big group.

    $15–30 (estimate)8101 Northwest Roanridge Road, Kansas City, MO 64151
  3. Drinks at Otaku Lounge (21+)

    Finish the night with a round on the group for the birthday person.

    $12–30 (estimate)640 East 18th Street, Kansas City, MO 64108
  4. Visit Observation Area/History Area

    A low-key daytime start before dinner, good for a smaller group.

    Free to $25 (estimate)1 Kansas City Boulevard, Kansas City, MO 64153
  5. Picnic at Riverfront Park

    Bring a cake and some snacks. Free, and nobody has to shout over music.

    FreeKansas City, MO 64120

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Things to do with friends under 21 in Kansas City

Real places in Kansas City for a group where some friends are under 21.

  1. Play at KC Wheel Mini Golf

    Games or fun for the group. Call ahead if the group is big.

    $15–30 (estimate)2485 Jefferson Street, Kansas City, MO 64108
  2. See a movie at AMC Barrywoods 24

    Check showtimes first, and pick a film the whole group can agree on.

    $15–30 (estimate)8101 Northwest Roanridge Road, Kansas City, MO 64151
  3. Get active at The Rink / The Sands

    Play, swim or work out together. Some places need a pass or booking, so call first.

    $10–25 (estimate)6109 Northwest 63rd Terrace, Kansas City, MO 64151
  4. Coffee or a snack at Starbucks

    A cheap place to sit and hang out. Order something small and stay a while.

    $8–18 (estimate)13121 State Line Road, Kansas City, KS 64145
  5. Eat at Jack Stack Barbeque

    Order a few dishes to share to keep the bill down. Check the menu online first.

    $12–20 (estimate)Holmes Road, Kansas City, MO 64145
  6. Hang out at Kernoodles Park

    Free to visit. Bring a ball or a frisbee if you want to play.

    FreeKansas City, Missouri

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Places in Kansas City

Places to eat

Bars and nightlife (21+)

Sights

Parks and outdoor spots

Game spots

Sports venues

Places to shop

How much does a day out with friends cost in Kansas City?

Across the three day plans above, a day out with friends in Kansas City costs about $69 to $210 per person, from the lowest plan to the highest. Each total adds up the typical price of its stops, so treat it as a rough estimate and check prices before you go.

Frequently asked questions

What can a group do in Kansas City for free?

Free places on our list include Kernoodles Park, Warford Park and Iser Park. Plans also leave time to wander around town at no cost.

Where can friends eat in Kansas City?

Good places to start are South of Summit Taqueria and Tequila, BIBIBOP Asian Grill and Jack Stack Barbeque. The day plans above include food stops from this list.

What is there to see in Kansas City?

Sights on our list include Airline History Museum, Thomas Hart Benton Home and Studio State Historic Site and Kansas City Zoo & Aquarium. The full list is in the places section below.

What are good things to do with kids in Kansas City?

Try visit Kansas City Zoo & Aquarium, visit Warford Park and eat at Jack Stack Barbeque. Every idea here is a real mapped place, with a rough cost per person.

What are good date night ideas in Kansas City?

Try coffee at Starbucks, walk through Terrace Lake Gardens Community Park and look around TWA Museum. Start small with coffee or a walk, and save dinner for when it is going well.

What are good things to do with a large group in Kansas City?

Try bowling at Ward Parkway Lanes, play at Rooftop Cinema Club and racket sports at Plaza Tennis Center. Book ahead for a group this size, and send the link so everyone can vote on the plan.

What can friends do on a weekend in Kansas City?

Try saturday morning: Thomas Hart Benton Home and Studio State Historic Site, saturday lunch: South of Summit Taqueria and Tequila and saturday afternoon: Kirby Creek Park. Every stop is a real mapped place, with a rough cost per person.

What are good birthday ideas for adults in Kansas City?

Try birthday dinner at South of Summit Taqueria and Tequila, play at AMC Barrywoods 24 and drinks at Otaku Lounge (21+). Every idea here is a real mapped place, with a rough cost per person.

What can friends under 21 do together in Kansas City?

Try play at KC Wheel Mini Golf, see a movie at AMC Barrywoods 24 and get active at The Rink / The Sands. Every idea here is a real mapped place. Costs are rough estimates.

Can Squad Plan make a custom plan for Kansas City?

Yes. Pick the city, your group and the vibe, and Squad Plan gives you three plans your friends can vote on. It is free for 5 plans a week.

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