2026 KOA CONVENTION OFF-SITE ACTIVITIES
Make the most of your KOA Convention experience by registering for our optional off-site activities! These private, KOA-only group outings offer a great way to connect with others while enjoying unique local experiences.
You may select one outing for Monday and one outing for Thursday. All tours will depart from the Kansas City Marriott Downtown — KOA's host hotel for the 2026 KOA Convention. Please be sure to arrive on time, as departure times are listed below.
Please Note:
These tours are not included in the standard convention registration cost. Additional registration fees apply and are noted below. If you need to cancel your registration, please do so no later than November 1st by emailing koaevents@koa.net. No refunds will be issued after November 1st.
You can register for the offsite events during the convention registration process.
If you have already registered for convention, and want to add on an event or update your selection, just follow these simple steps:
- Log in to your KOA Convention registration using the email and password you registered with, then click Retrieve Registration.
- From the left-hand menu, click Edit Registration, then scroll to Optional Events and select Yes to choose or change your activity.
- Click Update Registration and complete payment on the payment screen.
That’s it! Your registration is updated.
OPTIONAL EVENTS
All tours depart from the Marriott (KOA host hotel)
Museum of BBQ
Explore the history of BBQ at the Kansas City BBQ Museum. Enjoy a sauce tasting, create your own custom spice rub, sample a BBQ smoked beverage, and tour this one-of-a-kind museum celebrating the art of barbecue. Tour offered on Monday at 2:00 PM and on Thursday at 2:30 PM. $50/person.
Kansas City Historic Walking/Streetcar Tour
Discover the rich history of Kansas City on this guided streetcar and walking tour with Cowtown Tours. Explore iconic neighborhoods, historic landmarks, and fascinating stories that shaped the city while riding the KC Streetcar and strolling through downtown. Tour offerend on Monday at 2:00 PM and on Thursday at 2:30 PM. $20/person.
Barley Bus Brewery Tour
Hop aboard the Barley Brew Bus with your fellow KOA attendees and explore Kansas City’s craft beer scene. Visit local breweries, sample great brews, and enjoy a fun, social tour around the city. Tour offered on Monday at 2:00 PM only. $75/person.
Kansas City Gangster Tour
Step back in time on the Kansas City Gangster Tour, an entertaining and eye-opening experience that explores the city’s Prohibition-era past. Discover the stories, hideouts, and larger-than-life characters that shaped Kansas City’s notorious gangster history. Tour offered on Thursday only at 2:30 PM. $50/person.
National WWI Museum and Memorial
Step back in time with a visit to the National WWI Museum and Memorial in Kansas City, one of the country’s premier museums dedicated to the Great War. This powerful and engaging experience features immersive exhibits, historical artifacts, and moving stories that bring World War I to life while honoring the people who served. Tour offered on Thursday only at 2:30 PM. $20/person.
Guided Meditation & Sound Bowl Sessions
Start your day grounded with our Meditation & Sound Bowls sessions offered on Wednesday and Thursday morning, before convention activities begin. This peaceful, guided experience is the perfect way to center yourself ahead of a full day. Prefer to skip the early alarm? Join us on Thursday afternoon, where you can rest and recharge after a busy and energizing week! $10/person.
