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Belonging Guide

LGBTQIA+ Community

Kansas City is home to a very supportive LGBTQIA+ community. We hope you feel at home here and encourage you to explore these available resources, amenities and opportunities.

LGBTQIA+ Community

LGBTQIA+ Community

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60,000 People

identify as part of KC's LGBTQIA+ community.

Our open hearts led us to host one of the longest-running and largest Pride Fest celebrations in the U.S., now with a nearly 50 year legacy that today draws thousands each summer.

KC Pride Fest
Community Connections

OUTvoices Kansas City
Tap into this local digital LGBTQ lifestyle magazine.

LGBTQIA+ Meetups in KC
Start making plans with all the Meetup groups in KC.

The Tenth Voice
Tune in to KKFI 90.1 FM each Saturday at 1:00pm for a show created by and for LGBTQIA people in KC.

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Food & Entertainment

Missie B’s
Two floors with drag shows, drinks and dancing make this the largest and most popular gay bar.

Bistro 303
Sip a craft cocktail and check out the French-bistro-inspired menu from this cozy place.

Hamburger Mary’s
Play HamBINGO, sing Maryoke, sip mimosas for Fabulous Drag Brunch, and don’t forget to eat a burger, of course.

KC Pride Fest

Sidekicks Saloon
...if a dive bar, country dance hall and gay bar had a baby.

Unicorn Theatre
Take in a show that shines a light on diversity and inclusive stories about gender identity, race and religion.

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