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About Kansas City Convention Center

Welcome to the Kansas City Convention Center, a premier downtown venue complex that brings together Bartle Hall Exhibit Hall, Municipal Auditorium, and the Conference Center. Located at 301 West 13th Street in Kansas City, MO, this hub hosts conventions, sports, concerts, and large-scale events year-round. Whether you’re planning a trip to Planet Comicon Kansas City or a major conference, we’ve got you covered with practical details on seating, parking, transit, and nearby lodging and dining.

Known for its flexible spaces, Bartle Hall includes multiple halls totaling nearly 389,000 square feet, with theater-style seating in Hall A (6,000), Hall B (4,000), Hall C (7,300), and a banquet-capable Hall D (5,400). The Conference Center’s Grand Ballroom (2,501) spans up to 46,484 square feet, accommodating up to 6,000 guests, while the Great Hall (3,501) seats about 2,250 theater-style. The Municipal Auditorium arena seats roughly 10,700, making the complex a versatile destination for large-scale events.

Downtown Kansas City is easily accessible via the KC Streetcar, with a 2025 extension enhancing connectivity. The Bartle Hall area also offers convenient underground parking, and the surrounding downtown provides a variety of parking options and transit choices. When you’re visiting, you’ll find proximity to hotels connected by skywalks and underground walkways—ideal for a seamless event experience.

We’ve got you covered with practical, no-nonsense guidance to secure your seats and plan your stay. Explore official event listings, parking details, and trusted partner recommendations for hotels and dining to make your trip as smooth as possible. If you’re looking for a venue that can host conventions, concerts, and tournaments under one roof, the Kansas City Convention Center is a reliable choice in the heart of downtown Kansas City.

  • Transit: Downtown KC streetcar access and the 2025 KC Streetcar extension improve downtown connectivity.
  • Parking: About 1,000 underground parking spaces at Bartle Hall; additional downtown options available.
  • Seating highlights: Grand Ballroom up to 6,000; Municipal Auditorium arena ~10,700; Hall capacities range from 4,000 to 7,300 theater-style in Bartle Hall halls; Great Hall seats ~2,250.
  • Hotels & dining: Proximity to downtown hotels via skyways/underground walkways; affiliate partners suggest convenient stays and curated dining options.

Note: The complex is marketed as Kansas City Convention Center, with Bartle Hall remaining the name for the Exhibit Hall. This venue page reflects current branding and practical details for planning and purchasing tickets or event access.

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Seating, Parking & Venue Information

  • Address: 301 West 13th Street, Kansas City, MO 64105.
  • Complex components: Bartle Hall Exhibit Hall, Municipal Auditorium, and the Conference Center (including the Grand Ballroom and Great Hall).
  • Bartle Hall Exhibit Hall total space: 388,800 sq ft; Hall A (theater) 6,000; Hall B (theater) 4,000; Hall C (theater) 7,300; Hall D (banquet) 5,400.
  • Conference Center Grand Ballroom (2501) up to 46,484 sq ft and seating up to 6,000.
  • Great Hall (3501) size 23,910 sq ft with theater seating around 2,250.
  • Municipal Auditorium Arena capacity: about 10,700 seats.
  • Parking: Bartle Hall area offers about 1,000 underground parking spaces; downtown parking options available.
  • Transit: Downtown streetcar access; KC Streetcar extension opened in 2025, enhancing downtown connectivity.
  • Nearby hotels: Bartle Hall connects with major downtown hotels via skywalks and underground walkways.
  • Notable events: Planet Comicon Kansas City is held at the center; historically hosted major NCAA/NAIA/events in the Municipal Auditorium arena.
  • Renaming/demolition note: The facility is actively marketed as Kansas City Convention Center, but the Bartle Hall name remains in use for the Exhibit Hall; the complex was formerly known as Bartle Hall/Bartle Hall Convention Center.