Kansas City Convention Center

The Municipal Auditorium Plaza garage at 201 W 13th Street serves the complex, with entrances on Wyandotte and Central streets between 12th and 13th. This underground facility connects to Municipal Arena, Music Hall, the Grand Ballroom, Little Theatre, the Conference Center and Bartle Hall, though entry points and elevator access vary by event destination. Parking fees are not included in event admission, and rates change depending on the lot and the booking; no space is guaranteed during high-demand shows or overlapping conventions.

An alternative surface lot at 1210 Broadway operates on a drive-up scan-and-pay or text-to-pay basis without advance reservations. Because the complex layout has evolved over time, confirming current garage access routes and any temporary closures through your event organizer or the official website before departure is recommended.

Trade shows, conventions, meetings and entertainment use different parts of the complex. Check the organizer’s confirmation for your hall, meeting-room number or theater name before choosing an entrance. Keep that information available when approaching the building or asking staff for directions; an event name alone may not identify the room.

Municipal Arena and Music Hall are separate performance venues within Municipal Auditorium. The Little Theatre and exhibition spaces are also part of that building. Kay Barnes Grand Ballroom is another space in the convention complex, rather than a second name for the Arena or Music Hall.

Bartle Hall’s 388,800 square feet of column-free space can accommodate exhibition layouts, while the Conference Center and numbered meeting rooms support smaller sessions. Neither figure establishes seating or admission for a particular show. For an exhibition, use the organizer’s floor plan to locate the areas included in your registration.

Outside food and beverages are prohibited. Aramark is the preferred in-house caterer, but available food service depends on the event. Check whether your registration includes a meal or whether purchases are separate. Dietary questions should be directed to the organizer or food-service provider before the visit.

Complimentary public Wi-Fi is not guaranteed in all halls; Smart City supplies internet connectivity under terms that vary by event arrangement. Exhibitors and meeting planners often purchase dedicated bandwidth packages, so attendees should confirm network access details with their organizer rather than assume open guest access across the complex.

Weapons, outside alcohol, illegal substances, fireworks and unauthorized drones are prohibited in every hall. Pets are not permitted except for service dogs accompanying guests with disabilities. Individual event organizers may impose additional restrictions—such as limits on professional camera equipment, promotional materials or large bags—so reviewing your booking confirmation for supplementary rules is advisable. Specific bag-size policies are not standardized across all events, and assumptions about permissible items should be verified with the organizer directly.

Discuss accessible seating, companion requirements and any communication or mobility assistance with the event organizer before arrival. The complex operator at 816-513-5000 can help with building questions and direct you to appropriate resources. Give staff the exact hall and event when asking about a route; arrangements suitable for an exhibit hall may differ from those for a theater seat.