Where to Stay for the 2026 Plaza Art Fair in Kansas City

Plaza Art Fair 2026: what to know before you go

The 95th Plaza Art Fair returns to Kansas City’s Country Club Plaza from September 25–27, 2026. This free, rain-or-shine weekend brings juried fine art, live music, restaurant booths, and fall energy to nine blocks of the Plaza.

2026 dates and hours

Friday, September 25: 5–9 PM.
Saturday, September 26: 10 AM–9 PM.
Sunday, September 27: 11 AM–5 PM.
Admission is free.

What to expect at the fair

The fair fills the heart of the Country Club Plaza with art, food, and music. Restrooms are positioned near entrances and exits, a children’s activity area is traditionally located on Broadway between 47th Street and Nichols Road, and the event is accessible to visitors with mobility concerns.

Parking and street-closure tips

Country Club Plaza garages remain open and free during the fair, including accessible spaces. Arrive early for the easiest parking. Event closures include portions of Nichols Road, Ward Parkway, Broadway, and Central Street, so do not rely on driving directly to the center of the fair. Save the official fair map before you leave.

Getting to the Plaza from Waldo

From Waldo, Route 50 runs north from the 73rd Terrace and Wornall area to Plaza Station, putting you near the fair without searching for a garage. Check RideKC’s trip planner for weekend service alerts. For rideshare, choose a pickup and drop-off point outside the closed blocks and expect a short walk.

A second major event shares the weekend

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Kansas Speedway’s fall race weekend also runs September 25–27, with racing Friday and Saturday and the NASCAR Cup Series Hollywood Casino 400 at 2 PM Sunday. If your group is splitting time between the Plaza and the speedway, Walden offers four queen beds, two bathrooms and free on-site parking under one roof. Expect heavier cross-metro traffic around race start and finish times.

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Where a group can stay together

The Walden House sleeps up to eight guests in three bedrooms with four queen beds and two full bathrooms. Your group also gets a full kitchen, laundry, comfortable shared living space, and free on-site parking, with more room to reconnect after a full day at the fair.

Book direct for Art Fair weekend

Book The Walden House through Cozy Haven Stays to avoid the traveler service fees commonly added by large booking marketplaces. You receive the same home, secure checkout, and direct communication with the people who care for it. Art Fair weekend availability can change quickly, so reserve early.

Planning for a future Plaza Art Fair? Cozy Haven Stays refreshes this guide each year with the new dates, hours, and transportation details.