Kansas City sits on Missouri’s western edge, straddling the border with Kansas. It’s known for its barbecue, jazz heritage, and fountains. Downtown, the American Jazz Museum shares a building with the Negro Leagues Baseball Museum in the historic 18th & Vine Jazz District. The Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art, with giant shuttlecocks out front, houses nearly 40,000 works of art, from ancient to contemporary collections. Kansas City is perfect for family fun and romantic getaways. Start planning your Kansas City trip. Explore the complete list of Entertainment Venues in Kansas City, MO. Check out our events calendar for concerts, theater shows, musicals, sporting events, and more.