Kansas City, Missouri – (April 2, 2026) – Country Club Plaza, Kansas City’s premier outdoor shopping and dining destination, is proud to announce the return of the carillon bells in the iconic Giralda Tower. Beginning Easter Sunday, April 5, 2026, at 12 p.m., the bells will once again chime across the Plaza, reintroducing a familiar and cherished element to the Kansas City community.
“Bringing the carillon bells back to the Country Club Plaza is a special moment for us,” said Scott Keller, General Manager of Country Club Plaza. “As we continue to invest in the Plaza’s future with new retailers, restaurants, and property enhancements, we’re also reintroducing signature elements that contribute to its distinct character and experience.”
The carillon bells first rang in 1967 following the completion of the Giralda Tower and continued to play through the early 2000s. For many years, their chimes were a recognizable part of the Plaza experience, marking time and adding to the atmosphere of the district.
Today, Gillon Property Group and Country Club Plaza are reintroducing the bells as part of a broader effort to reinvigorate the Plaza. Alongside recent leasing momentum, including new additions like LoveShackFancy, as well as ongoing enhancements such as the Medical Building façade and tower improvements, the return of the bells reflects a continued focus on elevating the experience for visitors, tenants, and the Kansas City community.
The carillon bells will sound on the hour Monday through Saturday between 10 a.m. and 7 p.m., and on Sundays from 12 p.m. to 6 p.m., with musical selections featured during the first and final hours each day.
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, one million-square-foot mixed-use retail property is located in the heart of Kansas City. The Plaza features a dynamic mix of retailers including Anthropologie, Apple, Coach, Free People, J. Crew, LoveShackFancy, Lululemon, Nike, Perch, Sephora, TIVOL, Tumi, Warby Parker, and West Elm. In addition, there are more than 25 dining options including Gram & Dun, Jack Stack Barbecue, Rye, The Capital Grille, and True Food Kitchen.
Media Contact: Caroline Hogan, 816.960.6216 | chogan@countryclubplaza.com