Celebrate September KC Style

Sept. 3: Skyscraper Day: One Kansas City Place at 1200 Main has been the tallest building in Kansas City since 1988, soaring to 42 floors. The 624-foot-tall building, with its art deco style mirrored glass exterior, bears a striking resemblance in design to the KCMO City Hall. This is not a coincidence. The architect was inspired to create an ’80s version of the municipal building.

Sept. 9: Teddy Bear Day: Steiff Teddy Bears have been delighting children since the company’s founding in 1880. You can enjoy an exhibit showcasing the loveable American-made toy and its history at the National Museum of Toys and Miniatures. The museum is a favorite destination for families, enchanting all ages with dollhouses filled with miniatures and toys from yesteryear.

Sept. 13: National Peanut Day: Buy me some peanuts and Cracker Jack … ” We can’t think of a better place to enjoy peanuts than Kauffman Stadium as you cheer on the Kansas City Royals. Sept. 13 is Buck Night, which means fans can enjoy hot dogs and peanuts for just $1!

Sept. 21: International Red Panda Day: Visit the loveable red panda at Kansas City Zoo. Sometimes known as the "firefox," the red panda is a proficient climber native to the mountainous Himalayan regions of Myanmar and China. You can find the zoo’s red pandas in the Asian section near the Sumatran tigers.

Sept. 30: National Mulled Cider Day: Autumn in KC isn’t complete without a visit to Louisburg Cider Mill, where you can watch cider being processed and bottled. If you arrive early enough, you’ll have the chance to observe the making of fresh cider donuts—and savor their sweetnes! Buy a jug of cider and heat it on the stove with cinnamon sticks, orange slices and cloves. Strain and serve. Yum!