DESCRIPTION: Legends Outlets is a premier outdoor shopping and entertainment destination, and the only designer outlet center in the area. With more than 100 retail, dining and entertainment options, Legends Outlets offers something for every style, age and price range.
ADDRESS: 1843 Village West Pkwy., Kansas City, KS 66111
LOCATION: 15 minutes west of Downtown, at the intersection of I-70 and I-435.
PHONE: 913-788-3700
WEBSITE: www.legendsshopping.com
HIGHLIGHTS:
- The open-air district’s impressive list of nearly 100 shops and restaurants features several first and only-area outlet stores, including Tory Burch Outlet, Michael Kors Outlet, Kate Spade Outlet, Coach Outlet, Puma Factory Store, J.Crew Factory, Nike Factory Store, Under Armour Factory House, Polo Ralph Lauren Factory Store and many others.
- A state-of-the-art, 14-screen movie complex, AMC Legends 14, features luxury stadium seating, the latest audio/visual technology, an IMAX theater and a VIP balcony with a full-service bar.
- Named after famous Kansas “legends,” the shopping district is sprinkled with outdoor art that recognizes the state’s heritage. Murals, medallions and plaques commemorate important moments and people in Kansas history, including Clyde Tombaugh (the scientist who discovered Pluto) and Hattie McDaniel (the first African American ever to receive an Academy Award). Bronze statues capture the likeness of other Kansas legends such as gunslinger Wyatt Earp and President Dwight D. Eisenhower.
- The Lawn at Legends Outlets is a 7,000-square-foot community green space at the west end of the center that boasts a jumbo LED screen, picnic tables, shaded seating, a wave wall, yard games and more. Regular events and activations on The Lawn include move nights and watch parties, free workout classes, pop-up photo installations, pet adoption days and more.
- Two Legendary Rooftop Event Spaces overlooking the scenic Village West development are available to rent for private functions and celebrations of all kinds, including weddings, rehearsal dinners, after-hours networking receptions, corporate functions, birthday parties, and more. Amenities include a built-in stage, covered bar areas, capacity for up to 520 guests, plenty of free parking, and skyline views of the Kansas Speedway, Children's Mercy Park and unforgettable Kansas sunsets.
HOURS: Regular operating hours: 10 a.m.-8 p.m. Mon.-Sat. and 11 a.m.-6 p.m. Sun. Individual store and restaurant hours may vary.
ADMISSION: Free.
HISTORY: Legends Outlets held its grand opening in April 2006 and boasts more than 1 million square feet of retail space, restaurants, entertainment venues and hotels. Named after Kansas “legends,” each courtyard and corridor at Legends Outlets is dedicated to moments and people in Kansas history as seen in statues, murals, medallions and plaques.
WHERE TO DINE: The district’s 30+ restaurants are sure to appeal to every budget and appetite.
WHAT’S NEARBY: Legends Outlets is the crown jewel of the area known as Village West. Other top-area attractions include Children's Mercy Park (home to Sporting Kansas City soccer club), Legends Field (home to the Kansas City Monarchs baseball club), the Kansas Speedway, Hollywood Casino, Great Wolf Lodge, Nebraska Furniture Mart, Cabela’s sporting goods and more.
ANNUAL SPECIAL EVENTS:
- A Legendary Holiday (November-December) – The entertainment district gets into the holiday spirit with a nearly 45-foot holiday tree and a light display synchronized to music.
- Legendary Tree Lighting Ceremony (November) – The annual tree lighting ceremony at Legends Outlets, which takes place the second Saturday in November, features kids’ activities, entertainment, prize giveaways and more.
- Black Friday (November) – The year’s biggest shopping and savings event with multiple prize giveaways takes place the Friday after Thanksgiving.
- Ongoing – Legends proudly partners with local businesses and charitable organizations to bring special events and community celebrations to the center, including community blood drives, pet adoption events, fundraisers and more.
DID YOU KNOW: The year-round, 60-foot Civic Courtyard fountain was designed by WET Design, the team behind the Bellagio fountains in Las Vegas.
PARKING: Surface parking surrounds Legends Outlets, and additional parking is available in a multi-level garage located on the northwest side of the center.
PUBLIC RELATIONS CONTACT: Sarah Lehman, Page Communications, 816-384-2950 or sarah@pagecomms.com