Kansas City, Missouri
The Heart of America
Nicknamed “The Heart of America,” Kansas City, Missouri, is a vibrant crossroads of culture, innovation, and entertainment. Known for its thriving downtown, world-class barbecue, and legendary jazz scene, Kansas City is also a major destination for corporate conferences, trade shows, and live productions.
AV Engineers provides professional audio visual labor, technical staffing, and production support throughout Kansas City and the surrounding metro area — including Overland Park, Independence, and the Power & Light District. Our skilled AV crews work alongside event planners, producers, and corporate clients to ensure flawless execution from load-in to final show.
Convention Centers & Event Venues
- Kansas City Convention Center (Bartle Hall) – A premier downtown venue with 800,000 sq. ft. of space for large conventions, trade shows, and corporate events.
- T-Mobile Center – A state-of-the-art arena ideal for entertainment productions and large-scale business gatherings.
- Kauffman Center for the Performing Arts – A stunning architectural landmark frequently used for corporate galas and high-end productions.
- Loews Kansas City Hotel & Marriott Downtown – Top-tier conference hotels connected to the convention center.
- Union Station Kansas City – A historic venue hosting major conferences, expos, and private events.
- Overland Park Convention Center (KS) – Regional favorite for mid-sized corporate meetings and trade events.
Notable Trade Shows, Conventions & Corporate Events
Kansas City’s convention calendar includes national and regional industry events such as:
- NACo Annual Conference (National Association of Counties) – Large-scale government and policy convention.
- Mid-America Trucking Show (Regional Edition) – Trade show for the logistics and transportation industry.
- American Royal World Series of Barbecue & Livestock Show – Massive event requiring multi-site AV coordination.
- Big 12 Media Days & College Sports Events – Broadcast-level AV productions.
- KC Auto Show & Kansas City Home & Garden Show – Annual consumer expos with professional technical needs.
- TechWeek KC & Startland Conference – Business and innovation events highlighting Kansas City’s tech sector.
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