Cruising KC's Unique Hangouts
Kansas City is a wonderful city. I mean, think about it. Kansas City is known for a lot of things, from its fountains, to its incredible districts, right on up to the mom-and-pop restaurants where we love to get that famous barbecue. But what else can KC offer? How can we keep our weekends fun, fresh, youthful and still very unique? Easy! Just try a few of our suggestions, and I promise you won’t be disappointed.
Boulevard Brewing Company 2534 Madison Ave., Kansas City, MO. 816.701.7247
With 24 very different beers on tap on their second floor alone, Boulevard is the place to get the party started. Not only does Boulevard have great beer, but they also have a beer hall, their very own gear shop, daily tours and great parties! Throughout the year, Boulevard hosts several different events partnered with all sorts of organizations. Just keep your eyes on their website and you’ll be in for a real treat!
Blade and Timber 1101 Mulberry St., Kansas City, MO. 816.343.8489 and Leawood Location coming soon!
This next place has a whole new take on the phrase “battle axe.” Blade and Timber gives you an opportunity to try your aim with axe throwing! Here’s how it works: Visit the company’s dot-com address, book your appointment at their Kansas City West Bottoms location, speak to one of the associates (they usually give you tips and instructions at this point) and have at it! Axe throwing at Blade and Timber is a great way to release a little stress and tension and keep you on your toes.
Hammerspace 5200 E. 45th St., Kansas City, MO. 913.686.6562
Hammerspace is a community workspace for inventors, 3D designers and craftsman of all ages to get together and simply be creative! If you consider yourself a techie or love do-it-yourself projects, this is the place to go! Hammerspace is a members-only organization that welcomes newcomers with an open house and open arms each week. The club features a classroom, an electronics lab, video conference room, craft room, 3D printing lab, an assembly bay, woodshop, metal shop, jewelry- and blacksmithing, painting booths and so much more! This space is even kid-friendly, so don’t be afraid to bring them along too!
Thou Mayest 419 E. 18th St., Kansas City MO. 816.897.0505
If you’re getting a bit burned out and need a little recharge, we have you covered! Thou Mayest is a fun little roastery that gives you a fresh cup to look forward to, serving both coffee and cocktails right at your table. Thou Mayest is a one-of-a-kind roastery that will keep you coming back time and time again. This shop also offers their beans for sale online, so if you can’t make it in, the coffee can find its way directly to you.
Mud Pie Bakery 7319 W. 95th St., Overland Park, KS. 913.283.8060 and 1615 W. 39th St., Kansas City, MO. 816.931.4539
This fan favorite is vegan-friendly and will leave your sweet tooth satisfied! Mud Pie vegan bakery and coffee shop is attracting a lot of attention, perhaps because they have cookies as big as your face! In what world is this NOT okay? But you won’t be dipping your cookies into regular 2% here. This establishment’s options include soy milk, almond milk, coconut milk, cashew milk and the list goes on. If you’re in the neighborhood, definitely give this place a try!
Jessica Samuels is a UMKC student and writer who loves to hang out with friends at KC’s hot spots.