2024 Visitors Guide

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2024 Welcome to LSTOURISM.COM VISITORS GUIDE LEE’S SUMMIT
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Lee’s Summit!

Lee’s Summit, Missouri is a thriving, progressive community located 16 miles southeast of downtown Kansas City. With a population of more than 106,000, residents and visitors can enjoy the many attributes of a significant suburb within a major metropolitan area while still experiencing that small town feel. Complemented by a growing business community and superior quality of life amenities, Lee’s Summit is one of the largest cities in Missouri and consistently ranked as one of the best places to live in America.

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DOWNTOWN LEE’S SUMMIT

Downtown Lee’s Summit, named America’s Great Neighborhood, boasts locally owned specialty shops and an eclectic array of casual and fine dining on the historic bricks of the central business district. Downtown is a must for those looking for shopping, entertainment and historic character. From boutique clothing and accessories to home furnishings and specialty items, you’re sure to find a new treasure.

SUMMIT FAIR

Summit Fair is an open-air lifestyle center anchored by JCPenney and Dick’s Sporting Goods, featuring children’s stores, men’s and women’s fashion, casual eateries, sit-down restaurants and specialty retailers.

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SUMMITWOODS CROSSING

SummitWoods Crossing, a 750,000-square-foot power center, is one of the largest in the region. Shop national stores such as Lowe’s, Kohl’s, Best Buy and Target or grab a bite to eat at one of the many restaurants.

STREETS OF WEST PRYOR

Don’t miss out on the Streets of West Pryor, located at I-470 and Pryor Road, near SummitWoods Crossing. Explore the variety of restaurants including Shake Shack, Firebirds Woodfired Grill, Roots Seasonal Cuisine, First Watch and Red Door Woodfired Grill.

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Lee’s Summit has over 200 eateries including 24 coffee shops, nine breweries and three wineries!

Whether you’re seeking a romantic dinner for two, a family-friendly outing or a night out with friends, Lee’s Summit offers a variety of restaurants with atmospheres to match your occasion.

Relax on a spacious patio with live music playing in the background or enjoy a more intimate setting in a cozy booth. With its diverse culinary landscape and welcoming atmosphere, our city promises a memorable dining experience.

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BEST WESTERN PLUS 4825 NE Lakewood Way 816.795.6400

>> bestwestern.com

COMFORT INN & SUITES 3701 NE Ralph Powell Road 816.554.6688

963 SE Oldham Parkway 816.524.8863

>> choicehotels.com

HAMPTON INN 1751 NE Douglas St. 816.347.8600

>> hilton.com

HOLIDAY INN EXPRESS & SUITES

1201 NW Innovation Parkway 816.600.2405

>> ihg.com/holidayinnexpress/hotels/

QUALITY INN

1020 SE Blue Parkway 816.554.7600

>> choicehotels.com

THE HISTORIC BROWNING GUEST HOUSE 202 SW Third St. 816.226.7405

>> thebrowningls.com

UNITY HOTEL & CONFERENCE CENTER

1901 NW Blue Parkway 816.347.5537

>> choicehotels.com

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AMP GOLF

8 NE Skyline Drive

816.434.0801

>> ampperformancegym.com/golf

ARCADE ALLEY

316 SE Douglas St. 816.272.4246

>> arcadealley.com

DOWNTOWN LEE’S SUMMIT FARMERS MARKET

Second & Douglas streets 816.246.6598

>> downtownls.org/market

THE EXIT ROOM

304 SW Market St. 816.272.5020

>> theexitroomkc.com

FRONTIER JUSTICE

800 NE Jones Industrial Drive 816.336.2600

>> frontier-justice.com

GOLF RANCH

1501 E US Highway 40 816.622.9080

>> golfranchusa.com/mo/lees-summit

K1 SPEED

2911 NE Independence Ave. 816.704.7223

>> k1speed.com/lees-summit-location

LEE’S SUMMIT HISTORY MUSEUM

220 SW Main St. 816.287.4477

>> leessummitmuseum.com

MISSOURI TOWN 1855 8010 E Park Road 816.524.8770

>> makeyourdayhere.com

SKY ZONE

2801 NE McBaine Drive 816.272.4713

>> skyzone.com/leessummit

STONEHAUS FARMS VINEYARD AND WINERY

24607 NE Colbern Road 816.554.8800

>> stonehausfarms.com

SUMMIT ICE

120 NE Chipman Road 816.969.1560

>> summitice.net

SUMMIT WAVES

120 SW Blue Parkway 816.969.1545

>> summitwaves.net

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LEE’S SUMMIT SYMPHONY

Boasting more than 70 musicians, the symphony performs four concerts each year.

>> lssymphony.org

SUMMIT THEATRE GROUP

After having completed several successful seasons, the group continues to provide a variety of live theatre productions such as a “Disenchanted”, “Big Fish” and “Much Ado Nothing” that encompass plays, small and large musicals, holiday shows and more!

>> summittheatre.org

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DOWNTOWN SCULPTURE WALK

performance

The Downtown Sculpture Walk is an outdoor public art program featuring vibrant and unique works of three-dimensional art. Each spring brings a new sculpture exhibit to downtown Lee’s Summit. Download Otocast, a mobile audio guide to hear descriptions of the artwork directly from the artists.

>> cityofls.net/cultural-arts/public-art

FOURTH FRIDAY ART WALKS

Stroll the streets of historic downtown Lee’s Summit and enjoy local artists, music, theatre and more on the fourth Friday of each month, April through August. Fourth Friday Art Walks are free and open to the public.

>> downtownls.org/fourthfridays

MCC–LONGVIEW CULTURAL ARTS CENTER

MCC-Longview Cultural Arts Center is a 1,600-square-foot gallery that presents annual exhibits from emerging artists throughout the nation.

>> mcckc.edu/campuses/longview/cultural-arts-center.aspx

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arts &

interactive culture

ART SCHOOL KC

Art School KC offers engaging singlesession workshops and comprehensive art courses, fostering a vibrant space for artistic exploration and personal growth. >> artschoolkc.org

POTTER’S HAVEN ART STUDIO

Choose from a variety of ready-topaint items to create one-of-a-kind works of art that will be fired in the kiln. >> pottershavenartstudio.com

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explore outside

LEE’S SUMMIT PARKS & RECREATION

With four lakes, an extensive parks system and an assortment of other recreational facilities, Lee’s Summit provides a vast collection of activities to plan your next outdoor adventure! >> lsparks.net

JACKSON COUNTY PARKS & RECREATION

Get out and explore nature of all kinds in the Lee’s Summit area. From numerous lakes and beaches to campgrounds and historic sites, there are adventures around every corner! >> makeyourdayhere.com

JAMES A. REED MEMORIAL WILDLIFE AREA

Escape to nature at the James A. Reed Memorial Wildlife Area. This sprawling area south of Highway 50 in Lee’s Summit offers a haven for wildlife and visitors alike. Hike through woodlands, explore trails, or fish in one of the many ponds and lakes. >> nature.mdc.mo.gov

BLUE SPRINGS LAKE

1700 NE Bowlin Road 816.795.1112

>> makeyourdayhere.com

LONGVIEW LAKE

9898 Longview Road 816.966.0131

>> makeyourdayhere.com

LAKE JACOMO

7401 W Park Road 816.795.8888

>> makeyourdayhere.com

PRAIRIE LEE LAKE

21600 NE Scruggs Road

>> makeyourdayhere.com

ROCK ISLAND TRAIL

>> bikerockisland.com

FRED ARBANAS GOLF COURSE

11100 View High Drive 816.761.9445

>> makeyourdayhere.com

SHAMROCK HILLS GOLF COURSE

3161 S 291 Hwy 816.537.6556

>> shamrockhills.com

UNITY VILLAGE GOLF COURSE AND NATURE TRAILS

1901 NW Blue Parkway 816.347.5537

>> unityvillage.org

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go on an

adventure

Rent a bike at J. Thomas Lovell Jr. Community Center and choose from various trails.

Visit James A. Reed Memorial Wildlife Area and fish on one of many lakes on the property.

Pack a lunch and head out to one of Lee’s Summit’s 32 parks!

Rent a kayak at Longview Lake and soak in the sun.

Play pickleball at one of our three parks with outdoor courts!

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annual events

spring & summer

BUNNY HOP

Downtown Lee’s Summit 816.246.6598

>> downtownls.org

FLIGHTS OF FANCY

500 SW Longview Road 816.604.1000

>> mcckc.edu/events/

TOUR DE LAKES

3801 SW Longview Road 816.969.1559

>> tourdelakes.org

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DOWNTOWN DAYS

Downtown Lee’s Summit 816.246.6598

>> downtownls.org

NIGHT FLIGHT 5K 897 NE Bluestem Drive 816.969.1500

>> lsparks.net

SHAMROCK THE BLOCK

Downtown Lee’s Summit 816.246.6598

>> downtownls.org

winter

BOOS, BARKS & BADGES

Downtown Lee’s Summit 816.246.6598

>> downtownls.org

OKTOBERFEST

Downtown Lee’s Summit 816.524.2424

>> lsoktoberfest.com

MAYOR’S TREE LIGHTING

Downtown Lee’s Summit 816.246.6598

>> downtownls.org

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LEE’S SUMMIT AIRPORT

2751 NE Douglas St.

816.969.1800

>> lsairport.net

• 13 miles to Arrowhead and

• Kauffman Stadiums

• 16 miles from Kansas City

• 5,501 foot runway

• Concierge service

AMTRAK

217 SW Main St.

>> amtrak.com

• Coaches and business class

• Cafe service

• Wi-Fi

• Reservations required for bikes

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regional

attractions

ARROWHEAD STADIUM

1 Arrowhead Drive

Kansas City >> chiefs.com

CABLE DAHMER ARENA

19100 E Valley View Parkway Independence >> cabledahmerarena.com

FAULKNER’S RANCH

10600 Raytown Road

Kansas City >> faulknersranch.com

KANSAS CITY ZOO & AQUARIUM

6800 Zoo Drive

Kansas City >> kansascityzoo.org

KAUFFMAN STADIUM

1 Royal Way

Kansas City

>> mlb.com/royals

MAIN EVENT

4600 S Cochise Court Independence >> mainevent.com

POWELL GARDENS, KANSAS CITY’S BOTANICAL GARDEN

1609 NW U.S. Hwy 50

Kingsville

>> powellgardens.org

STARLIGHT THEATRE

4600 Starlight Road

Kansas City >> kcstarlight.com

Lee’s Summit is located less than 16 miles from downtown Kansas City!

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family fun

in the City

Spend a fun-filled day in Lee’s Summit that is sure to leave smiles on kids and grownups alike!

morning afternoon evening

Immerse yourselves in living history at Missouri Town 1855, a recreated pioneer village. Watch blacksmiths, ride a horse-drawn wagon and explore historical buildings.

If weather permits, splash around at Summit Waves or one of three parks with splash pads.

Picnic in beautiful James A. Reed Memorial Wildlife Area or choose from family-friendly restaurants downtown.

Bounce and flip the afternoon away at Sky Zone Trampoline Park with trampolines, dodgeball courts and ninja warrior courses or let out your inner artist by visiting Potter’s Haven Art Studio for a creative pottery experience.

Grab a bite to eat and then wind down with a movie at B&B Theatres with popcorn and snacks.

Did you know?

are a variety of ways to explore Lee’s Summit! View other itineraries at lstourism.com!
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