KC Intern Bucket List
The essentials: Every Kansas Citian should ______ at least once.
- Eat BBQ … duh
- Attend a Royals, Sporting and KC Current game
- Visit the Museum at Prairiefire
- Go to the Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art
- Bonus: Plan a picnic on the lawn next to giant shuttlecocks or play a round of mini golf on the Art Course
- Catch a free concert at Hot Country Nights at the KC Live! Block in the Power & Light District
- Paddle board at Shawnee Mission Park Lake
- Have a late night in Westport
- Get your thrills on The Mamba at Worlds of Fun
- Be lazy (river) on the Caribbean Cooler at Oceans of Fun
- Spend a day in Downtown Overland Park
- Become a regular at a local coffee shop
- See a show at Starlight Theatre
- Visit one of the area’s bountiful farmer’s markets
- Get lost in Loose Park
- Ride the slide at J. Rieger & Co.
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Exclusive Discount CodesExplore some of our favorite local shops and KC experiences with these discount codes. -
Get your gearTake 25% off at KC's go-to T-Shirt shop, Charlie Hustle, using code KCADC25. -
Deck out your deskUse code KCADC20 for 20% off on custom 3D printed items at 3DHQ on the Plaza. You can even get a 3D printed portrait of yourself. 😉 -
Shop localScore a 15% discount online at KC's ultimate maker's market, Made in KC, with code HeartlandKC. -
Catch a showUse code INTERN24 for 20% off tickets in price levels 3-7 for any of remaining performances in the 2024 AdventHealth Broadway Series. -
Slide into HistoryVisit the Negro Leagues Baseball Museum (NLBM), the world’s only museum dedicated to preserving and celebrating the rich history of African-American baseball.
Use the NLBM Intern Voucher for FREE admission before August 20, 2024.
To redeem: Show the voucher at entry + mention the KCADC 2024 Intern Program.
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Visit the Iron District.No need to contain your excitement, this one’s pretty cool. A variety of shops and restaurants reside within this North Kansas City district composed of recycled shipping containers. Mosey on down. -
Bask in local sounds.Whether you’re seeing your favorite national act or supporting local performers, KC has plenty of options for live music. Green Lady Lounge, RecordBar and Lemonade Park are great places to start. View this guide for even more ideas.
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Channel your inner Pendergast.In the prohibition era, KC was the Paris of the Plains. Now, that legacy lives on through the many speakeasies in the region. Check out this guide from our friends at Kansas City Magazine to get started. -
Start your taco journey.Kansas City, Kansas, is the ultimate taco destination. Don’t believe us? Just ask Forbes. Embark on your own taco-fueled adventure by signing up for the KCK Taco Trail. -
Volunteer in your community.Looking to make an impact during your time here? Check out Nonprofit Connect or Volunteer Match to explore volunteer opportunities in Kansas City.
Eat your heart out...
- Extra Virgin
- The Peanut
- Baramee Thai Bistro
- Strang Hall
- Ruby Jean's Juicery
- Café Corazón
- Milwaukee Delicatessen Company
- Soirée Steak & Oyster House
- Bamboo Penny's
- Meshuggah Bagels
- Slap's BBQ
- Chewology
- Anchor Island Coffee
- Outta the Blue
- The Russell
- Mildred's
- Stock Hill
- Wah Gwan
- McLain's
- Martin City Brewing Company
- Prime Social
- Prime Sushi
- Blue Sushi
- ABC Café
- Kurry Leaves
- Vietnam Cafe
- El Pueblito
- Taco Naco
- Café des Amis
- Banksia
- 1889 Pizza
- Johnny Jo's Pizzeria
- The Belfry
- The Ship
- 1900 Barker Bakery & Cafe
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