Allis Plaza

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Last Updated: December 4, 2025

Allis Plaza is a public square and event space located in downtown Kansas City, Missouri.


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The plaza is surrounded by several notable buildings, including the Kansas City Marriott Downtown, the Kansas City Convention Center, and the historic Municipal Auditorium.

One of the main attractions of Allis Plaza is the wide variety of events held there throughout the year. These events include concerts, festivals, and corporate gatherings. Visitors can also enjoy the beautiful landscaping and fountains in the plaza, as well as the unique public art installations that can be found throughout the area.

Other points of interest near Allis Plaza include the Power and Light District, the Sprint Center, and the National World War I Museum and Memorial. Visitors can also take advantage of the many restaurants, bars, and shops located within easy walking distance of the plaza.

Interesting facts about Allis Plaza include that it was named after Charles F. Allis, a former president of Kansas City Power & Light, and that it underwent a major renovation in 2011. The plaza is also a popular spot for photo shoots, particularly during the spring and summer months when the flowers are in bloom.

The best time of year to visit Allis Plaza depends on what type of event or activity you are interested in. Spring and summer offer the most pleasant weather for outdoor activities, while fall and winter may be better for indoor events. Overall, Allis Plaza is a must-visit destination for anyone interested in experiencing the vibrant culture and history of downtown Kansas City.

       

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National Park
Large protected natural areas managed by the federal government to preserve significant landscapes, ecosystems, and cultural resources; recreation is allowed but conservation is the priority.
State Park
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Local Park
Community-level parks managed by cities or counties, emphasizing recreation, playgrounds, sports, and green space close to populated areas.
Wilderness Area
The highest level of land protection in the U.S.; designated areas where nature is left essentially untouched, with no roads, structures, or motorized access permitted.
National Recreation Area
Areas set aside primarily for outdoor recreation (boating, hiking, fishing), often around reservoirs, rivers, or scenic landscapes; may allow more development.
National Conservation Area (BLM)
BLM-managed areas with special ecological, cultural, or scientific value; more protection than typical BLM land but less strict than Wilderness Areas.
State Forest
State-managed forests focused on habitat, watershed, recreation, and sustainable timber harvest.
National Forest
Federally managed lands focused on multiple use—recreation, wildlife habitat, watershed protection, and resource extraction (like timber)—unlike the stricter protections of national parks.
Wilderness
A protected area set aside to conserve specific resources—such as wildlife, habitats, or scientific features—with regulations varying widely depending on the managing agency and purpose.
Bureau of Land Management (BLM) Land
Vast federal lands managed for mixed use—recreation, grazing, mining, conservation—with fewer restrictions than national parks or forests.
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