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Whether you’re organizing the team outing, a kids’ birthday, or just need a midweek strike fix, Crown Lanes Bowling Alley keeps it easy…

834 Spruce St

“Whether you’re organizing the team outing, a kids’ birthday, or just need a midweek strike fix, Crown Lanes Bowling Alley keeps it easy with 24 lanes, leagues for all ages, cosmic bowling, and a snack bar slinging burgers, made-to-order pizza, and other lane-side fuel.”

From the Leavenworth newsletter, September 13, 2026

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Leavenworth Landing

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B&B Theatres Leavenworth Landing 5 nails the hometown night out with luxury electric recliners and a full-service Marquee Bar pouring…

201A Delaware St

“B&B Theatres Leavenworth Landing 5 nails the hometown night out with luxury electric recliners and a full-service Marquee Bar pouring cocktails, beer, wine, and mocktails. Show up, sink in, sip something good, and let the latest releases do the heavy lifting.”

From the Leavenworth newsletter, September 8, 2026

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Because sometimes you just want to kick back in a luxury electric recliner with a drink, B&B Theatres Leavenworth Landing 5 pairs the…

225 Delaware St

“Because sometimes you just want to kick back in a luxury electric recliner with a drink, B&B Theatres Leavenworth Landing 5 pairs the latest releases with a full-service Marquee Bar pouring cocktails, beer, wine, soft drinks, and mocktails. Bonus, their auditoriums can host your next celebration.”

From the Leavenworth newsletter, October 5, 2026

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Tucked inside Great Wolf Lodge, Howl In One Mini Golf serves up an interactive 18-hole course that hits the sweet spot between low-stakes…

10401 Cabela Dr (Kansas City)

“Tucked inside Great Wolf Lodge, Howl In One Mini Golf serves up an interactive 18-hole course that hits the sweet spot between low-stakes chaos and actually challenging. You don’t need to be staying there to play, so grab a friend and settle some very important bragging rights.”

From the Leavenworth newsletter, September 16, 2026

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Designed by Robert Trent Jones Jr., the 7,034-yard par-72 track with lake-guarded greens, undulating surrounds, and strategically placed…

5900 NW Tiffany Springs Pkwy (Kansas City) · ✓ checked Aug 4

“, the 7,034-yard par-72 track with lake-guarded greens, undulating surrounds, and strategically placed bunkers is getting a refresh under new ownership this year. Tiffany Greens Golf Club also runs leagues, lessons, and tournaments, so line up a tee time this week and make your group chat jealous.”

From the Independence newsletter, September 4, 2026

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Whether you're chasing a better short game or just a reason to linger over dinner with a view, The National Golf Club of Kansas City pairs…

6700 N National Dr (Parkville)

“Whether you're chasing a better short game or just a reason to linger over dinner with a view, The National Golf Club of Kansas City pairs a championship layout with racquet sports, a full fitness scene, aquatics and the Creekside Grill's comfort cuisine, all wrapped in a genuine, close-knit community.”

From the Leavenworth newsletter, October 3, 2026

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Craving a tighter tee game this week, or just an excuse to linger over post-round grub with friends? The Bluffs Golf Club brings a Tom…

6415 N National Dr (Parkville)

“Craving a tighter tee game this week, or just an excuse to linger over post-round grub with friends? The Bluffs Golf Club brings a Tom Watson-designed championship course, dialed-in instruction and club fitting, a legit practice facility, and a welcoming clubhouse vibe that keeps locals coming back.”

From the Leavenworth newsletter, September 23, 2026

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Great Wolf Lodge | Kansas City is basically summer in a bottle, with a massive 84-degree indoor water park, slides for the bigs and splash…

10401 Cabela Dr (Kansas City)

“Great Wolf Lodge | Kansas City is basically summer in a bottle, with a massive 84-degree indoor water park, slides for the bigs and splash zones for the littles, plus mini golf, MagiQuest, laser tag, and an arcade. One roof, zero boredom, perfect for a quick local reset this week.”

From the Leavenworth newsletter, September 29, 2026

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Parkville Mini Golf

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Need a low-key outing close to Leavenworth? Parkville Mini Golf keeps it old-school with an 18-hole course with a view of Downtown…

7 W 1st St (Parkville)

“Need a low-key outing close to Leavenworth? Parkville Mini Golf keeps it old-school with an 18-hole course with a view of Downtown Parkville, then seals the deal with Blue Bell scoops in homemade waffle cones and ice cream nachos, all from a family-owned spot going strong since 2000.”

From the Leavenworth newsletter, September 1, 2026

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