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When KC’s original symphony orchestra was dissolved in 1982, the philanthropist R. Crosby Kemper Jr. insisted on creating the Kansas City Symphony. Since its formation, this new symphony orchestra has served as a vital part of the music community. Listen to their music at a show or sample before you purchase tickets by hearing their music on the radio or a CD.

Spend eight weeks in the Kemper Arena with American Royalty—American Royal Livestock, that is. This annual livestock show, horse show and rodeo has been a Kansas City tradition since 1899, and showcases the finest animal and agricultural events in the area. Ranked one of the top five rodeos in the nation, you will not want to miss out on any of the excitement!

Lace up your bowling shoes or rent a pair at the Ward Parkway Lanes for an hour or more of classic leisurely fun. This bowling alley is the perfect spot for casual and competitive bowlers to practice and show off their skills.

Kansas City is renowned as a city of fountains. In fact, the city has over 200! These romantic water sculptures provide a tranquil ambiance perfect for a date night. Try walking along the J. C. Nichols Memorial Fountain, one of the most famous in the city and a popular destination for wedding photographs.