This sports city has no shortage of fitness-minded fans. | Photo via Chiefs Fit
Exercising doesn’t look the same for everyone — what’s fun and muscle-building for one person may be a slog for someone else.
Fortunately, Kansas City is home to many opportunities for exercise, whether you enjoy lifting weights, dancing to hip hop tunes for a little cardio action, or boxing for a full-body workout. Use this guide as a resource for all-things fitness in KC.
Pro tip: Not sure which to try first? Try out multiple gyms with a free trial on ClassPass.
For those looking for flexibility + variety
City Gym, 7416 Wornall Rd., KCMO
This female-owned facility boasts an 11,500-sqft space with 30+ group exercise classes, private training, 1,200 sqft of turf for all your fitness needs + has been recognized by Google Small Business for its inclusive community. Want to scope out the place but short on time? Check out City Gym’s complete online tour.
Woodside, 2000 W. 47th Pl., Westwood, KS
This luxury health club is more than just a gym. Spend your day sweating away at a pilates class, dip in the pool, swing by for a signature facial, and top it all off with a post-workout juice (made in-house).
HOTWORX, Multiple locations
Power your workout with infrared energy at one of 10 metro HOTWORX locations. Its facilities offer 24/7 access to virtually instructed sauna workouts and a fully equipped functional fitness zone — meaning your schedule can never be an excuse again.
Freighthouse Fitness, 1618 Wyoming St., KCMO
This West Bottoms warehouse now houses one of the city’s premier bootcamp programs. Try out its 30-minute classes with the introductory 21 Day Jumpstart — the best part? You only pay $21 to kick off your fitness journey.
2024 Fall Festival | 9 a.m.-9 p.m. | 650 N. Jefferson St., Kearney | $18+ | Snag a discounted online ticket for tasty treats, live music, and access to the orchard + pumpkin patch.
Halloween Charcuterie Workshop | 6-8:30 p.m. | Blush Farms Cork + Board, Liberty | $75 | Prepare a coffin-shaped charcuterie experience for your Halloween party guests ahead of time.
A Taste of Ireland | 6:30 p.m. | Arvest Bank Theatre at the Midland | $35+ | Watch world-class performers blend folk mash-ups and live acapella tap battles into the story of Ireland’s tumultuous history, delivered with a pint of Irish wit.
Thursday, Oct. 31
Dark Forest | 7-11 p.m. | Powell Gardens, Kingsville | $48 | Enthralling performances, captivating music, and creative technology collide for a magical woodland walk.
Friday, Nov. 1
American Royal World Series of Barbecue | Friday, Nov. 1-Saturday, Nov. 2 | Times vary | Kansas Speedway | $7+ | The world’s largest barbecue competition returns with more music, more games, and even more of KC’s finest.
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The Riverside Amphitheater project broke ground yesterday on what’s expected to be a $120 million, 15,000-seat venue ready to rock by 2026. Attendees included development partners Live Nation, Governor Parson, and your very own City Editors. (FOX4)
Opening
Don’t lace up your skates quite yet. Unseasonably warm weather means a late opening date for the Crown Center Ice Terrace. This year’s free kick off is 6 to 9 a.m. on Friday, Nov. 8, with the regular season running until Sunday, March 9.
Eat
A quaint turn-of-the-century Parkville cottage was waiting for the perfect tenant — and then Wild Flour Baking Co. came along. Renovations are ongoing within its butter-yellow walls, but the new sweet shop plans to offer everything from cupcakes and brownies to quiche and coffee. (Kansas City Magazine)
Announced
Speaking of sweet shops. Mud Pie Vegan Bakery is moving and holding a sale on furniture, decor, and all sorts of unique finds. Need new cups + old coffee knickknacks? Stop by 7319 W. 95th St. today from 2 to 5 p.m.
Closed
Beware any afternoon strollers. OP’s Strang Park will be closed for one day only on Saturday, Nov. 9 while the city removes a large decaying tree.
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A great deal for the holidays ahead — get 18 bottles of wine for $79 plus shipping. Choose from red, white, or a variety pack of red, white, and rosé. Hello, stocked bar for holiday hosting season.
Since the weather has cooled down a tad, I’ve been considering taking my rabbit to Loose Park (with a leash, of course) to let her hop around.
Whenever I think of this, I’m reminded of a minor local celebrity I’ve dubbed “Princess Pug” — a lady that walks around the Plaza some evenings with her adorable pug in a baby stroller. Iconic.
