News Releases

The Minnesota Lynx announced they will play the Nigerian Women’s National Team in a WNBA preseason game at T-Mobile Center in Kansas City on Monday, April 27.

World Rugby, in partnership with USA Rugby and TEG Rugby Live, has officially announced Kansas City will host a monumental double-header as part of the 2026 Pacific Four Series.

Mindtrip, an AI-powered platform that empowers everyone to travel differently, today announced it has partnered with Visit Kansas City, Missouri to deliver personalized, end-to-end trip planning for visitors to the area fondly known as the Heart of America.

During Black History Month, there’s a special opportunity to reflect and celebrate the people, places and stories embedded in the fabric of the Kansas City community.

The 17th annual Kansas City Restaurant Week, the region’s premier dining event celebrating the hospitality industry, returns Jan. 9-18. Over 250 restaurants are participating in the 2026 event.

Kansas City-area residents and visitors can now unlock over $100 in exclusive deals and discounts at local distilleries, wineries and cocktail bars with the launch of “KC by the Glass.” 

World Rugby has confirmed that 27 cities and areas have formally entered the Applicant Phase of the Men’s Rugby World Cup 2031 Host Selection Process, marking a major milestone on the journey to the first-ever Rugby World Cup hosted in the U.S. 

Visit KC and the Greater Kansas City Restaurant Association are proud to announce Kansas City Restaurant Week 2026 will return Jan. 9-18.

The Premier League, in collaboration with NBC Sports, announced today that its 11th Premier League Mornings Live Fan Festival will be held in Kansas City, Missouri on September 20 and 21, 2025.

Visit KC is proud to announce the launch of the newly refreshed KC BBQ Experience program, the ultimate resource for enjoying Kansas City’s signature cuisine.