Kansas City · Platte County, MO

Live music in Kansas City

Scout analyzed 116 Kansas City places and surfaced the ones that actually fit live music.

Places analyzed

116

Matches

Typical spend

$40

Typical visit

1.6 hr

Scout-verified spots

Crossroads

Messenger Coffee Co. + Ibis Bakery

This tri-level cafe with a roof deck is good for a casual coffee or baked good stop, potentially lasting an hour. Expect to spend $10-25 per person.

FoodShoppingViews

★ 4.7$10–$25 typical45 min visitmoderate parking

Crown Center

SEA LIFE Kansas City Aquarium

This aquarium is a solid two-hour outing for families with young children, costing around $25-35 per person. It works well as a standalone activity or paired with other attractions in the Crown Center area.

AnimalsViewsEducational

★ 4.3$25–$35 typical2 hr visitmoderate parking

Power and Light District

KC Live!

KC Live! is an entertainment district best for an evening out, often involving drinks and live music. Plan for a few hours and moderate spending per person.

FoodCocktailsLive music

$50–$100 typical3 hr visitmoderate parking

Outdoors

Dagg Park

Dagg Park is a simple, free outdoor space suitable for a quick stop with kids for some playtime or a brief solo walk. It can easily be combined with other nearby activities in North Kansas City.

OutdoorsRelaxedPlayful

$0 typical1.5 hr visiteasy parking

Longfellow

The Antler Room

This is a good spot for an upscale dinner featuring a seasonal menu, ideal for a date or celebration. Expect to spend 1.5 to 2 hours and around $75-150 per person.

FoodCocktailsRomantic

$75–$150 typical1.3 hr visitmoderate parking

Hanover Place

Madrid Theatre

The Madrid Theatre is best for an evening out to see a concert or live event, often paired with dinner nearby. Expect ticket prices from $30-$100 per person and a visit lasting 2-4 hours.

Live musicArtsSocial

$30–$100 typical3 hr visitmoderate parking

Crossroads

The Truman

The Truman is a live music venue, great for catching a concert, usually pairing well with pre-show drinks or dinner. Expect to spend a few hours and $50-150 per person, depending on ticket and drinks.

Live musicCocktailsSocial

$50–$150 typical3 hr visitmoderate parking

Crossroads

Grinders KC Event Venue - Box Office + GA Gate

Grinders KC is an outdoor live music venue, good for an evening out with friends or a date night. Expect to spend a few hours and pay for tickets, food, and drinks.

FoodCocktailsLive music

$50–$150 typical1.5 hr visitmoderate parking

18th And Vine

The Blue Room

Visit The Blue Room for live jazz, often free or with a small cover, and enjoy drinks. It's a good spot for an evening date or a social night out, typically lasting a couple of hours and costing $15-40 per person for drinks.

CocktailsLive musicHistory

$15–$40 typical1.5 hr visitmoderate parking

Columbus Park

Cafe Cà Phê

Cafe Cà Phê is suitable for a casual coffee break or a quick meeting, typically lasting under an hour. Expect to spend $5-$15 per person for beverages and a light snack.

FoodShoppingRelaxed

$5–$15 typical45 min visitmoderate parking

Crossroads

Café Corazón

Café Corazón is a good stop for a casual coffee, snack, or light meal, potentially pairing with nearby shopping or art viewing. Expect to spend 1-2 hours and around $10-25 per person for a drink and food.

FoodCocktailsShopping

$10–$25 typical45 min visitmoderate parking

Westside South

The Roasterie Factory Cafe

This coffee shop is good for a quick stop to grab a drink and baked good, or for a casual meet-up. Expect to spend 45 minutes and $5-15 per person.

FoodShoppingRelaxed

$5–$15 typical45 min visitmoderate parking

Crossroads

Novel Restaurant

Novel is a sophisticated choice for a dinner out, offering inventive American cuisine and cocktails. Expect to spend 1.5-2 hours and $75-$150 per person.

FoodCocktailsRomantic

$75–$150 typical1.5 hr visitmoderate parking

Crossroads

Lazia

Lazia is an upscale Italian restaurant in a hotel, suitable for a date night or special occasion. Expect to spend 1.5-2 hours and $70-150 per person for dinner and drinks, potentially more at the roof bar.

FoodCocktailsViews

$70–$150 typical1.3 hr visitmoderate parking

Crossroads

Grünauer

Grünauer is an ideal spot for an evening meal or a special occasion, offering Austrian-German cuisine. Plan for a 1.5-hour visit, with an average spend of $50-100 per person.

FoodCocktailsRelaxed

$50–$100 typical1.5 hr visitmoderate parking

Southmoreland

TAILLEUR RESTAURANT

Tailleur Restaurant is suitable for an evening meal, typically lasting 1.5 hours, with an estimated cost per person ranging from $30 to $70. It pairs well with a drink before or after at a nearby bar on Main Street.

FoodCocktailsRelaxed

$30–$70 typical1.3 hr visitmoderate parking

Financial District

Revocup Coffee

Revocup Coffee is good for a quick stop for a coffee or a relaxed hour of work. Expect to spend $5-$15 per person.

FoodShoppingRelaxed

$5–$15 typical45 min visitmoderate parking

Crossroads

Lula Southern Cookhouse

Lula Southern Cookhouse is a good spot for a casual meal, often paired with a downtown activity. Expect to spend 1-2 hours and about $15-$35 per person for food and drink.

FoodRelaxedSocial

$15–$35 typical1.3 hr visitmoderate parking

Westside North

Clay & Fire

This restaurant is a solid choice for an evening meal, offering a sit-down experience that typically lasts about an hour and a half. Expect to spend $20-45 per person on food and drink.

FoodRelaxedSocial

$20–$45 typical1.3 hr visitmoderate parking

Westside North

Fox and Pearl

Fox and Pearl is a country-chic restaurant for a relaxed evening meal with rustic BBQ. Expect to spend $50-$100 per person over 1.5-2 hours. It pairs well with a pre-dinner drink nearby.

FoodCocktailsRelaxed

$50–$100 typical1.3 hr visitmoderate parking

Crossroads

Green Dirt on Oak

Green Dirt on Oak is suitable for a relaxed meal or upscale brunch, potentially paired with a walk around the Crossroads Arts District. Expect to spend 1-1.5 hours and around $20-50 per person.

FoodCocktailsShopping

$20–$50 typical45 min visitmoderate parking

Country Club Plaza

Gram & Dun

Gram & Dun is suitable for a brunch, lunch, or dinner, offering American cuisine in a social setting with patio options. Expect to spend $30-$75 per person for an outing lasting about 1.5 hours.

FoodCocktailsOutdoors

$30–$75 typical1.5 hr visitmoderate parking

Crossroads

The Rockhill Grille

The Rockhill Grille is a good spot for an upscale dinner or cocktails, pairing well with a show or evening out downtown. Expect to spend $50-100 per person for food and drinks.

FoodCocktailsViews

$50–$100 typical1.3 hr visitmoderate parking

Crossroads

The Brick

The Brick is a historic, no-frills bar and grill perfect for a casual evening out with food, drinks, and live music. Expect to spend 1.5-2 hours and $25-$50 per person for a burger, fries, and a couple of drinks.

FoodCocktailsLive music

$25–$50 typical1.5 hr visitmoderate parking