Crossroads Night Market
June 12 – July 12, 2026
📍 Crossroads Arts District
Fridays, Saturdays & Sundays | 5pm-11pm
For five weekends, the Crossroads Night Market brings together the artists, musicians, makers, galleries, restaurants, breweries, and small businesses that make this neighborhood one of the most creative corners of Kansas City.
This isn't a fenced-in festival - it’s a district-wide block party!
First Fridays Energy every weekend, all weekend!
Start at the 19th & Main Streetcar stop, follow the music, wander the art alleys, grab a bite, explore a gallery and support a local maker!
Just steps from the Fan Fest at Liberty Memorial, Crossroads Arts Distrcit gives visitors a chance to experience the creative side of Kansas City while giving locals another reason to get out and celebrate the neighborhood they love.
🌎 For the Locals and the Adventurers
Whether you're showing off your city to out-of-town friends or discovering the neighborhood for the first time, the Crossroads Night Market is a chance to experience Kansas City's creative community at its best!
Come wander. Stay awhile. Support local. Visit kccrossroads.org to view area galleries, restaurants, shops, and bars!
🗺️ Market Locations
The Crossroads Night Market spans multiple unique zones, each offering its own energy and experience:
West 18th (The Bauer) - 115 W 18th St - Between Wyandotte and Baltimore
- Live music & performances hosted by Energy & Jams on the Art Garden KC stage!
- Iconic First Friday-style Art Alleys and Street Market
- Full Service Bar & Watch Parties at The Bauer Social Club (third floor)
- Local Boutique Openings, FREE Comedy Shows at The Bird Comedy Theatre, cocktails at Le Lounge and more!East 18th (Art Alley/Graffiti Alley) - 500 E 18th St. - Between Locust & Cherry
Featuring Art Vendors and pop-ups at Mean Mule, Vulpes Bastille Gallery, King G's, Jim's Alley Bar, Parlor, Lifted Spirits & Border Brewing!
🚋 Getting Here
Skip the parking and ride the free KC Streetcar, running along Main Street from the Fan Fest at Liberty Memorial, to Union Station, thru Crossroads Arts District, Power & Light District and City Market!
Once you arrive, the best way to experience the Night Market is on foot. Wander, explore, and follow the music!
🌎 Why It Matters
The Crossroads Night Market isn’t just an event - it’s an opportunity.
By showcasing Kansas City’s creative economy during a globally significant moment, we’re creating meaningful exposure and income opportunities for local artists, musicians, and small businesses-while giving visitors a true taste of what makes this city special.
🤝 Interested in Vending?
To Reserve a Full Weekend Space with Art Garden KC at West 18th (The Bauer)
click the button below!
👉DAY-OF SPACES
We also offer Day-Of Vendor Spaces - Simply stop by the Art Garden KC Information Booth near the stage between 3 PM and 5 PM. Our team will help register, collect payment, and direct you to an available space.
(see map below for Day-Of spaces)
• Alley table spaces: $25 per day
• Canopy spaces: $50 per day
• Vendors must provide their own setup and equipment (sandbags/weights for canopies is required)
Booth fees support the live musicians on our stage, event performances, AGKC site crew and event marketing.
To Vend at East 18th Art Alley/Graffiti Alley - Contact Mean Mule or set up in the alley anytime after 3pm to vend from 5pm-11pm - Friday, Saturday and/or Sunday - $25 per day for a table space (must provide your own table, chair, etc)
👉 Stage Performers contact DJ Eddie Bohannon of Energy & Jams Studios - dje@energyandjams.org
👉 Buskers & Street Performers contact hello@artgardenkc.org
Partners, Orgs, CCA members interested in being involved or listing your upcoming events on the Crossroads Night Market Interactive Map:
📧 contact@kccrossroads.org
🔗 https://kccrossroads.org/night-market/
📲 Follow Along
Stay connected for updates, featured vendors, and weekly highlights:
👉 @kccrossroads
👉 @crossroadscid
👉 @kceastcrossroads
👉 @mademobb
👉 @artgardenkc