Kansas City, Kansas, also known locally as KCK, is a city that is rich in history and has a very diverse population. KCK is the third-largest city in the state of Kansas and the county seat of Wyandotte County. It is part of a consolidated city-county government known as the "Unified Government". Kansas City, KS has a vast array of activities for the entire family including festivals, museums, historic sites, NASCAR, professional soccer’s Sporting Kansas City, minor league baseball’s T-Bone’s, and major shopping districts, including the Legends and Village West. Kansas City is an extremely convenient, travel-friendly, city due to its close proximity to the Kansas City International Airport and Downtown, as well as being close to several major highways including I-35, I-70, I-435, I-635, and I-670. Kansas City was formed in 1868, having developed into a vital town due to its location at Kaw Point, the confluence of the Missouri and Kansas rivers. KCK was a vital town that connected westbound travelers to the Sante Fe, Oregon, and California trails, including Lewis and Clark during their historic westward journey. KCK was incorporated in October 1872.
ESports are all the rage these days! You have the opportunity to witness in person this year right here in Kansas City. The Unified Esports Association presents the Esports Festival on July 9th and 10th at 1 Sporting Way, Kansas City KS 64111. The festival is open from 2:00 p.m. on the 9th to 10:00 p.m. on the 10th. It's free to the public but if you want to try your skills it will cost you $30 for a weekend pass to compete with the pros. Coming as a spectator or gamer, don't forget your costume!