Countless green spaces lie just beyond the shadow of stadiums and shopping malls across the Kansas 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

St Patrick's Day 2026

We hope everyone had fun celebrating St. Patrick's Day in Kansas. Check back here next February to see when 2027 events will be announced.

History of Irish Immigration to Kansas

Kansas' history is full of Irish roots, with many communities across the state having significant

Farm-fresh ingredients find their way onto menus across the countryside and cityscapes of The Sunflower State. Here are three handpicked favorites from each of the state’s six regions.

This post was written in collaboration with Debbie Leckron Miller, Lauren Sieben, Gary Thompson, and Vanessa

The stats don’t lie: Kansas is filled with impressive sights, heights, celebrations, and stunning landscapes. Here are 30 attractions and experiences that you’re likely to remember forever.

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miles equals one full lap around Kansas Speedway’s tri-oval track in Kansas City. Visit during racing

Located at each of the 4 corners of Kansas is an attraction for visitors... really! If you manage to drive to the extreme ends of each region within Kansas, you'll be near some of the most interesting places you can find in the entire state. If you love nature and observing the contrasting

The itch to travel doesn’t hibernate. Cooler weather keeps us indoors, but that doesn’t mean we can’t get out and explore during the cooler seasons. Take advantage of the sunny days and hit the Kansas roads with your friends and family. Your soul will thank you for it. Here are over 50 places to

The winter in Kansas keeps many of us indoors, and visiting a museum is a fantastic way to avoid the freezing temperatures that come with the season. Kansas has 125+ museums across the state dedicated to a variety of interests, including science, history, and art, as well as transportation museums

Calling all cat lovers to Kansas for the ultimate feline-friendly road trip! Over the past few years, cat cafes have been opening up across Kansas, and animal lovers of all types absolutely love them. This relatively new development has gained traction quickly, and now, many aspiring entrepreneurs

The Oregon Trail (apart from being a fun video game) is one of the most historically significant routes in America. Between the 1840s and 1860s, it is estimated that hundreds of thousands of people traversed the Great Plains on their way to various destinations out west, such as Oregon, but also

Fall in Kansas 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