KANSAS CITY, MISSOURI – (September 8, 2026) – Country Club Plaza is excited to welcome the return of the Plaza Art Fair Friday, September 25 through Sunday, September 27, celebrating 95 years of art, food, culture, and music in the heart of Kansas City. This beloved community tradition will once again bring together talented artists, live entertainment, local restaurants, and visitors from across the region for a vibrant weekend on the Plaza.
“For 95 years, the Plaza Art Fair has been Country Club Plaza’s gift to Kansas City, bringing visitors together to celebrate art, creativity, and community,” said Jack Yejekwe, General Manager of Country Club Plaza. “It’s a tradition that means so much to the Plaza, and we’re proud to welcome artists and visitors from across the region back for another memorable weekend.”
Spanning nine city blocks, the nationally acclaimed Plaza Art Fair attracts thousands of locals and visitors each year. This year’s event will feature 240 artists, three live music stages, and exclusive menus from more than 20 participating Country Club Plaza restaurants.
Country Club Plaza is proud to welcome Saint Luke’s Health System as the Family Activity Block Sponsor. The Family Activity Block will be located on Ward Parkway between Pennsylvania Avenue and Broadway Boulevard. This dedicated space will offer a variety of family-friendly activities and interactive experiences, including face painting, hands-on creative projects, live portrait artists, and more. We are grateful for the support of our supporting sponsors and vendors who are helping bring the Family Activity Block to the Plaza Art Fair:
- Charlie Hustle
- EB &
- Face Fancies
- FNBO
- Kansas City Art Institute
- Kansas City Young Audiences
- MOCSA
- Moxie Art Studio
“Saint Luke’s is proud to continue our longstanding support of the Plaza Art Fair—an event that brings so many people together in the heart of our community,” said Julie Quirin, president of the BJC West Region (Saint Luke’s). “Supporting the Family Activity Block is a natural extension of our commitment to the health and well-being of the communities we serve, and we’re excited to connect with families in a fun, interactive way while they enjoy one of Kansas City’s most beloved traditions.”
The Art Walk and Shopping Stroll returns, as select Plaza retailers—including Banana Republic, J.H. & Sons, LoveShackFancy, MERSEA, and more—are partnering with artists to showcase artwork in-store while offering engaging activations such as exclusive offers, gifts with purchase, and family-friendly activities. Shoppers will receive a Plaza Art Fair coloring book when making a purchase at one of the Art Walk stores, while supplies last.
Lexus will serve as the presenting sponsor of the Plaza Art Fair Main Stage, located at the corner of Ward Parkway and Wornall Road. In addition to three days of live music and entertainment, guests can visit the Lexus activation directly in front of the Main Stage, featuring complimentary flavored water, shaded seating, a Lexus vehicle wrapped in vinyl artwork provided by a Plaza Art Fair artist, and a comfortable place to relax and enjoy the Art Fair. The activation will be free and open to the public throughout the weekend.
“The Plaza Art Fair is such an iconic Kansas City tradition, and we’re incredibly proud to support an event that brings our community together through art, music and culture,” said Nick Karras, Executive General Manager of Hendrick Lexus Kansas City and Hendrick Lexus Kansas City North. “For Lexus, this partnership is about creating meaningful experiences while celebrating local creativity, and we’re especially excited to welcome guests to the Lexus Main Stage and give them a place to connect, recharge and enjoy everything the Art Fair has to offer.”
Polsinelli will serve as the presenting sponsor of the Plaza Art Fair Acoustic and Local Stages. The Acoustic Stage will be located at the corner of Ward Parkway and Pennsylvania Avenue, while the Local Stage will be located at the corner of Central Street and Nichols Road. As a longtime Country Club Plaza neighbor, Polsinelli’s support will help bring three days of live music and entertainment to guests throughout the weekend.
“Few events capture the energy and essence of what it means to be ‘Kansas City’ quite like the Plaza Art Fair,” said Mary Jane Judy and Gregory Katofil, Jr., Co-Office Managing Partners at Polsinelli. “With roots on the Plaza dating back to the firm’s founding, Polsinelli values the opportunity to support a tradition that celebrates creativity and draws people from across the region to our hometown.”
The 95th Annual Plaza Art Fair is free and open to the public, rain or shine. Event hours are as follows:
- Friday, September 25 | 5:00 m. – 9:00 p.m.
- Saturday, September 26 | 10:00 m. – 9:00 p.m.
- Sunday, September 27 | 11:00 m. – 5:00 p.m.
For more information, visit PlazaArtFair.com.
About Country Club Plaza
The Country Club Plaza originally opened in 1923 as the first planned suburban shopping center to accommodate shoppers arriving by car. It was designed by prominent architect Edward Delk in Baroque Revival and Moorish Revival styles, to mimic the architecture of Seville, Spain, one of Kansas City’s sister cities. The historic, 15-block, 1.3 million-square-foot mixed-use retail property is located in the heart of Kansas City featuring unique-to-market tenants. The Plaza features a dynamic mix of retailers including ALO Yoga, Anthropologie, Apple, Coach, Free People, J. Crew, LoveShackFancy, Lululemon, Sephora, TIVOL, Tumi, Veronica Beard, and West Elm. In addition, there are more than 25 dining options including Cooper’s Hawk Winery, Gram & Dun, Jack Stack Barbecue, Rye, The Capital Grille, and True Food Kitchen.