I Heart KC: Kauffman Stadium

If you’re in Kansas City this week, you’ve probably heard the All Star game is in town. It’s the first time the game has been played here in quite some time, and the whole city has shined itself up for the occasion. Our dear, sweet Royals haven’t been a winning team in ages, but Kauffman Stadium has great attendance, and that’s partly due to the fab renovations that were completed a few years back. Of course going to the game as an adult is fun, but now, even when the game sucks, there is TONS to do with the kids. They have made the entire outfield area in to a carnival of sorts for little ones, with a mini home run derby, games, a carousel, a splash area (which is great since summer in KC can reach 110 degrees), a putt putt golf course and lots more. Of course you can always, you know, watch the game or hang out by the famous outfield fountains as well.

One of our favorite things is to buy the cheapest tickets we can get, and then spend the entire game in the carnival area instead of in our nosebleed seats. It’s a great way to spend a day in the city! And for all you Royals fans out there, don’t let our losing record get you down. Just listen to Lulu (circa 2009)….