Merriam Visitors Bureau
Merriam, Kansas…next door neighbors to Kansas City! Located just 10 minutes from Kansas City’s vibrant downtown and nearby all major metro attractions including the Kansas City Zoo, Kansas Speedway, Oak Park Mall and the Country Club Plaza just to name a few. Merriam offers big city amenities with small-town hospitality and friendly visitor service. If you’re planning a visit to Kansas City, Merriam offers five affordable and accommodating hotels for you to rest your head before a busy day of fun-filled activities. Since Kansas City is the mecca of barbecue, let us suggest a few places you shouldn’t miss during your stay! Shopping is always a visitor favorite and Merriam is centrally located near hundreds of retail therapy outlets, malls, specialty shops and boutique stores. If unique venues are your preference, we hope you will visit our world-famous K.C. Strings Violin Shop….a truly inspiring place where string instruments are crafted, sold and played in symphonies across the globe. No visit to Merriam would be complete without a hand-made strawberry soda from the Georgetown Pharmacy’s Old Fashioned Soda Shop in downtown Merriam. We also offer many seasonal festivals and events in Merriam, including a Saturday farmer’s market, FREE Friday night concerts, Turkey Creek Festival and the ever-popular Turkey Creek Car & Motorcycle show. From foodies to history buffs, Merriam is sure to impress. Give us a call or email and we’d be delighted to help you plan your Kansas City getaway!
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How do you spell fun? MERRIAM. From Pump it Up Children’s Birthday Party Place to KC Skatepark, the largest indoor skatepark in the Midwest, Merriam offers family fun year-round! If you’re looking for digital treasure hunting, try your hand at finding Merriam’s hidden geocaches for an outdoor excursion!
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Cinemark Theaters 5500 Antioch Road Merriam KS 66202 (map) Website 20 screens of movie entertainment located at Interstate 35 and Johnson Drive in Merriam Town Center!
Irene B. French Community Center Art Gallery 5701 Merriam Dr. Merriam KS 66203 (map) 913-322-5550 Website Gallery space features monthly exhibits by local and regional artists. Exhibits are free to the public and many original pieces are for sale.
KC Indoor Skatepark 9701 W. 67th Street Merriam KS 66202 (map) 913-262-1234 Website Largest indoor skate park and training facility in the Midwest. From ramps and bowls to lock-ins and camps, KC Skatepark is a must visit for boarders everywhere.
Merriam Marketplace 5740 Merriam Drive Merriam KS 66203 (map) 913-322-5550 Website Outdoor covered pavilion home to the Merriam Farmer’s Market, FREE Friday Night Summer Concerts and the Turkey Creek Car and Motorcycle Show. Available for private rentals and events.
Pump It Up 7230 W. Frontage Road Merriam KS 66203 (map) 913-236-7867 Website The Inflatable Party Zone is the perfect place to host a birthday party or fun afternoon corporate team building event.
Skateworld 9800 W. 62nd Terrace Merriam KS 66202 (map) 913-262-0711 Website Discover Kansas City's best place to skate! Skate World offers fun for all ages. Visit us during one of our public skating sessions, or arrange for a private party.