Early bird is over, but that doesn’t mean you can’t ride the current. Registration is still open, save your spot to go with the current today. Registration will close on Monday, October 12.
Come tour the KC Streetcar Facility on Wednesday, Aug 5 from 4-5 pm. Seats are limited, so register to claim your spot by Aug 3. AICP CM: 1
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/kc-streetcar-facility-tour-tickets-1993978409098?aff=oddtdtcreator
Encouraging unity among these organizations and their members, this panel discussion of the national leaders of AIA, AIGA, APA, ASLA, IIDA, IDSA, and SEGD will be a dialogue aimed at building relationships and galvanizing collective action.
For the second time, the Center for Architecture & Design is bringing these seven leaders together here in Kansas City! All seven of these national design professional organizations have local/regional chapters here in Kansas City.
Attendees will gain rare, firsthand insights from these influential voices. The conversation will be moderated by Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art Director and CEO Julián Zugazagoitia, who will guide a dynamic and engaging discussion focused on building a stronger, more unified design community.
Panel Includes
Joel Albizo, FAIA, CAE
CEO, American Planning Association
Torey Carter-Conneen
CEO, American Society of Lancscape Architects
Cheryl S. Durst, Hon. FIIDA
Executive VP and CEO, International Interior Design Association
Lee-Shang Huang
Co-Executive Director of Learning and Programs, AIGA
Cybelle Jones
CEO, Society for Experiential Graphic Design
Donté Shannon, FASAE, CAE
Executive Director, Industrial Designers Society of America
Carole Wedge, FAIA, NOMA, LEED AP
Executive VP and CEO, The American Institute of Architects
This event is being held in conjuction with the D7 National Design CEO Retreat hosted by the Center for Architecture & Design and KC Global Design. This summit is bringing together the CEOs of the top 7 design organizations to focus on collaborative solutions to design industry challenges. This two-day retreat will fuel these conversations and encourage these organizations to unite with one voice to address these issues. Learn more at https://d7kc.org/
Register on TicketLeap today to claim your seat.
The early bird gets the worm and the best deal. Registration is officially open, giving you the first pick at attending and saving. Early bird ends August 12, but overall registration will close on Monday, October 12.
Join us online on July 30, 2026 at 12:00 PM (Central Time) for an informative Lunch & Learn webinar focused on the latest updates to the zoning code. Whether you're a planning pro or just zoning-curious, this session will help you stay in the know without leaving your desk - or your lunch.
Don’t forget your popcorn! Because learning about zoning has never been this tasty.
Register on Eventbrite: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/kc-apa-lunch-learn-webinar-zoning-code-update-tickets-1994109797083?aff=oddtdtcreator
Join us at Ricochet on Wednesday, June 10 from 5-7 p.m.! There will be drinks, games, and networking so drop by and say hello.
Thank you to GBA for sponsoring this event.
Please RSVP on Eventbrite.
MARC and the Kansas City Chapter of the American Planning Association (KC-APA) invite you to Planners Roundtable, a quarterly gathering of the Kansas City area’s urban planners and those interested in urban planning topics.
Each meeting covers topics of interest to planners, and participants can share planning news and activities that are taking place in their localities.
The May roundtable will be a housing workshop in collaboration with the Greater Kansas City Regional Housing Partnership. This workshop will include focused conversations on local housing policy, roadblocks and opportunities, and integrating housing, land-use, and transportation planning.
This event qualifies for 1.5 CM credits for AICP planners.
You can register online here.
The Pre-Submission Conference has been finalized!
Please join us on Zoom on Tuesday, May 5, from 12:00-1:00 PM. We will be discussing what "unconference" means, reviewing the rubric, and saving time for Q&A.
Join us as we celebrate Dr. Frisch’s FAICP induction and bring together past and present students, colleagues, and planning professionals for an evening of reconnection.
RSVP by Monday, April 13, 2026.
Join fellow planners from across Missouri at the State Capitol on April 1, 2026. Participate in meetings with legislators, in groups or individually, to discuss the value of planning. RSVP to Aishwarya Shrestha if you'd like to participate by March 15, 2026!
Join us at Vine Street Brewing from 4-6pm on February 26!
Join us for the February Board Meeting at this Microsoft Teams link
Meeting minutes will be uploaded to the About tab.
Planners’ Day at the Capitol will occur February 2, 2026, and all APA KS members are invited to join us in Topeka. You can register by filling out this Google Doc.
Planners from across Kansas will meet with state legislators to talk about how Planning affects the economy, housing, transportation, and land use in their communities.
The Legislative Committee will host the event from 9:00AM-3:00PM, and you will receive training prior to the event to give you the resources you need to advocate for our profession.
We are currently tracking bills that affect Planners across the state of Kansas, and if you are interested in helping, we invite you to contact Karie Kneller at kkneller@leawood.org for more information about how you can get involved. You can find more information about the Legislative Committee on the APA KS website at https://kansas.planning.org/policy-and-advocacy/.
We look forward to seeing you there!
MARC and the Kansas City Chapter of the American Planning Association invite you to Planners Roundtable, a gathering of the Kansas City area’s urban planners and those interested in urban planning topics.
Each meeting covers topics of interest to planners, and participants can share planning news and activities that are taking place in their localities. This event qualifies for 1.5 CM credits for AICP planners and is in-person only.
Presentations include:
Empowering Small-Scale Developers: A Key Strategy for Stronger Communities
Speaker: Abby Newsham, AICP
Environmental Planning at the Local Level
This topic will include three presentations from MARC staff on environmental planning efforts, including:
KC Climate Action Technical Report
APWA Section 5600 Updates
Transportation Resiliency
Event details:
Date: Jan. 23, 2026
Time: 2:30pm - 4:00pm
Location: MARC Board Room (In-person only)
600 Broadway Blvd, Suite 200, Kansas City, MO 64105
RSVP Here: https://member.marc.org/ap/Events/Register/v5F87zKiKCyCm
For more information, please contact Cy Splichal.
Join us for the pinnacle event of the year! Let’s have fun, network, and get ready for another year of Planning!
MARC and the Kansas City Chapter of the American Planning Association invite you to Planners Roundtable, a quarterly gathering of the Kansas City area’s urban planners and those interested in urban planning topics.
Each meeting covers topics of interest to planners, and participants can share planning news and activities that are taking place in their localities. This event qualifies for 1.5 CM credits for AICP planners and is in-person only.
Join us for the APA Public Schools + Communities Division’s first conference dedicated to school planning! Friday, November 7, 10:00am – 4:00pm CST
Are you passionate about shaping the future of cities or designing incredible buildings? If you're curious about a career in architecture or urban planning, don't miss out! UMKC is hosting an exciting open house just for students.
Prospective students and their families can tour our studios, talk to our faculty and current students, and learn about the application process and scholarship opportunities.
This event is for 9th-12th graders, current college students, and their families. If you have any questions about the event, please call us at 816-235-2399 or email sse@umkc.edu.
Join us for KC-APA’s First Family Day of 2025 at the Young Family Farm, a local urban farm making a difference in our city. This is a wonderful opportunity to volunteer, connect with others, and enjoy a meaningful day with your loved ones. We’d love to see you there!
Park(ing) Day is an annual global event aimed at engaging the public and reclaiming public space for the people. Started in 2006 by the San Francisco creative-collective, ReBar, participants are challenged to explore the full dimensions of urban social ecology, experimental design, and creative vision in the humble parking spot.
If you're not headed to the MO or KS APA conference, join us for happy hour! Hope to see you there...there might just be a game and prizes.
Join us for a tour of the Shawnee Town 1929 Museum and a discussion of how to incorporate a city's heritage into its future plans. $8 Entry Fee | First 15 People are Free!
Happy Hour to follow at Transport Brewery Shawnee | 11113 Johnson Dr, Shawnee, KS 66203
Join us at our August Happy Hour in Strawberry Hill! We’ll be meeting at The Davenport, a new sports bar in KCK’s famous Strawberry Hill neighborhood. Our Happy Hours are welcome to all Planners, Developers, Urban Designers, or anyone who just loves community building.
Pickleball is one of the fastest growing sports in the nation, but the noise that it can generate has been the cause of considerable controversy for local governments. Come to the next KC-APA Section event on Thursday, August 22nd to learn more! Speakers from Leawood and Overland Park will talk about both regulatory and site planning issues related to pickleball court locations. For those who are interested, we will actually play pickleball after the presentation -- no experience necessary, we will teach you the basics if you have never played before!
Date/Time: Thursday, August 22nd at 3:30 PM
Location: Meadowbrook Park Clubhouse, 91st and Nall Avenue, Prairie Village, KS
Pickleball to follow the meeting at the courts next to the clubhouse.
Special Note: If you would like to play, wear comfortable clothing (it could be hot) and tennis shoes. We will have pickleball rackets, but if you have your own please bring it.
Join us for our July Happy Hour at one of the newest additions to the Crossroads - King G! Welcome to all planners and design professionals; come chat with us!
Welcome to the KC-APA Annual Boulevard Event! Join us for a fun evening on Wed, May 15, 2024 at 6:00 PM at the Boulevard Brewing Company. Get ready for a night filled with great company, delicious drinks, and exciting activities. Don't miss out on this opportunity to connect with fellow APA enthusiasts and enjoy the vibrant atmosphere of Boulevard Brewing Company. See you there!
Free for APA Members - $20 for Non-Members - RSVP Required: https://shorturl.at/aNQW9
Join us for our monthly Planner’s happy hour!
Join us for our monthly planner’s happy hour!
Join us for KC-APA's premiere event in March - Who Runs the World: Women in Planning, Design & Construction as we hear from a panel of leading women in the field for 1 Equity CM Credit. This event is hosted at Multistudio where light refreshments will be provided. Registration Required.
General admission: $13 Students: $7
Join KC-APA for an evening of networking, games, and light refreshments as we kick off 2024!
2023 KC-APA Annual Holiday Party
Join us for a festive celebration at the J. Rieger & Co. distillery. Get ready for a night of joy, laughter, and holiday cheer. It's the perfect opportunity to mingle with fellow KCAPA members, planners, and make new friends. Indulge in delicious food and drinks while enjoying the lively atmosphere. Don't miss out on this amazing in-person event! Bring yourself and a +1! Please RSVP by Nov. 15th.
Join us for a bike ride or a walk audit followed by a brief discussion with planners at BikeWalkKC from the City and BikeWalk about what it takes to incorporate non-vehicular transit into our cities. Space is limited to 30 participants (12-15 bikers and 15 -18 walkers). Bring Your Own Helmet for Bikers. Use the Google Form to sign-up for either option. Sign-up will close on July 7th, 2023 or once we have 30 participants, whichever comes first.
Entry cost: $15 (pizza and beer provided).
1 CM credit is available for this event.
Join us at our June happy hour! These happy hour events are very informal they're open to any and all who wish to come hangout with KC area planners!
Join us for this free event where MARC transportation planners will present findings from the MARC Region wide Comprehensive Plan Study that was conducted in preparation for the Connected KC 2050 plan. 1 CM credit is available for this event.
