Plus, $400 million project coming to 18th & Vine District.
 
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The only KC constant is change

New and coming-soon businesses to Kansas City
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Get lost in 90s movies memories at this new immersive experience. | Rendering by Atlas9
Our ever-growing community has added 21 new developments since we last checked out what’s coming soon. Ready to try out snow cream tea or shop curated vintage wares? Keep your eyes peeled for these emerging businesses in the KC area.

Coming soon

Yoli Loncheria, 1668 Jefferson St., KCMO | Fall 2024 | Retail shop Yoli Tortilleria is being rebirthed as a restaurant with a masa-centric menu that rotates out dishes like pupusas and burritos.

Atlas9, 9700 State Ave., KCK | Summer 2025 | Move over, Meow Wolf. Built by KC’s own Dimensional Innovations, this immersive Meow Wolf-like world of story-driven art will feature multiple interactive rooms.

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Check out the eight areas already put to paper. | Renderings via Destination KCK

Mattel Adventure Park, Bonner Springs, KS | 2026 | Come on Barbie, let’s go party. Slated to open in 2026, this theme park will host attractions featuring all of toy maker Mattel’s greatest hits, like a Barbie dream house and a Hot Wheels roller coaster.

Unnamed Olathe Gateway project, Olathe, KS | TBD | The Hunt family’s latest not-so-secret project is an entertainment hub that will be built accessible-first. Its highlights include a sensory village, eight restaurant buildings, and an outdoor skating rink.

Now open

Flower Tea, 7699 W. 151st St. Overland Park, KS | This one’s for the tea lovers — Get a taste of snow cream tea sipped from a bamboo shoot, or try one of its many other offerings like a coconut green tea latte, boba, or duck tea.

Kon Tiki + Conchita, 1922 Baltimore Ave., KCMO | It’s a modern tiki bar paired with a taco shop — a match made in heaven, if you ask us.

AC Hotel Kansas City Downtown, 906 Grand Blvd., KCMO | Vacationers (and staycationers) can enjoy its modern digs, on-site restaurant + lobby bar, all just steps away from Power & Light.
10+ more developments
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How many new openings did we help you discover?
A. Barely any — I’m the first to know everything
B. There were a few I hadn’t heard of
C. Most of them
D. These were all news to me
 
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Events
Friday, Oct. 4
  • Artist Talk with the Zhou Brothers + Open Studios | Friday, Oct. 4 | 5-8 p.m. | Zhou B Art Center Kansas City | $0+ | The center’s namesakes are back for an exclusive talk + private tour reflecting on their creative evolution spanning China to Chicago.
  • Iliza Shlesinger | Friday, Oct. 4 | Arvest Bank Theatre at the Midland | $40+ | Stream one of her six Netflix specials to prepare for the stand-up extraordinaire’s Kansas City stop.
Saturday, Oct. 5
  • Kemper’s 30th Birthday Party | Saturday, Oct. 5 | Times vary | Kemper Museum of Contemporary Art | Free with RSVP | Create your own Wayne Thiebeaud-inspired “fake cake” before enjoying a complimentary treat at the museum’s restaurant.
  • Fall Farm Festival & Pumpkin Patch | Saturday, Oct. 5-Sunday, Oct. 6 | 10 a.m.-3 p.m. | Colonial Gardens, Blue Springs | $10 | Enjoy all the fall activities like wandering through the picturesque pumpkin patch, picking apples, and petting alpacas.
Sunday, Oct. 6
  • Yelp Post Prohibition Party | Sunday, Oct. 6 | 5:30-8:30 p.m. | J. Rieger & Co. Distillery | Donation encouraged | If you have a Yelp account, you’re invited to the 20s-inspired tasting event featuring local food, drink, and entertainment — all supporting Lead to Read KC.
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News Notes
Development
  • “The largest single housing project in [KC] history.” That’s how the Parade Park redevelopment project in the 18th & Vine District is being described. The ~$400 million project includes 534 residences priced between 30% of the area’s median family income and the market rate. Phase one will begin in mid-2025. (Kansas City Business Journal)
Sports
  • The NCAA announced the host sites for the 2026-2027 season and our region made the list again...and again, and again. Six spots, including CPKC Stadium and T-Mobile Center, were chosen for the honor. See the other four.
Health
  • Vibrant Health received $4 million in federal dollars toward its planned $30 million expansion, the Vibrant Center for Health Equity. The 50,000-sqft space at the intersection of 13th Street and Parallel Parkway anticipates completion in late 2026. (Kansas City Business Journal)
Try This
  • Ready for spooky season? Kick it off with Haunts at The House (2702 W. 47th Ave., Westwood, KS) this Saturday, Oct. 5 from 5 to 11 p.m. Enjoy themed cocktails, a costume contest, a s’mores bar, thai fritters, and a DJ playing creepy tunes.
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Oscar Mayer’s Wienermobile is making a KC stop
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A little weenie and a big weenie. | Photo by Oscar Mayer
A giant wiener on wheels will pull up to Wonderscope Children’s Museum (433 E. Red Bridge Rd., KCMO) on Thursday, Oct. 17 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Oscar Mayer’s Wienermobile aims to provide you a family-friendly experience you’ll relish for life. Stop by for photo ops with the 27-ft long Wienermobile and some hot dog-themed giveaways.

The experience is free with your museum admission ($3+) or membership ($120+/year). Missing a membership? If you’re a Mid-Continent Public Library card holder you can check out a pass for free.
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Today’s edition by:
Charmaine
From the editor
There’s so much happening in KC. I’m most excited about the Mattel theme park. I will be an annual pass holder. I’m already planning my Barbie outfits.
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