Things to Do in(side) Kansas City this November
As cooler weather arrives, it’s a great time to head indoors. If you’re looking for interactive improv, cozy game nights, murder mystery events, or other things to do in Kansas City this November, we have a few suggestions.
Dungeons & Dragons The Twenty-Sided Tavern takes the (indoor) stage at Starlight November 13-15 for six shows only. This live, laugh-out-loud fantasy allows you to control the story. By calling out suggestions and making decisions on your smartphone, you’ll determine which heroes appear, where they explore, and ultimately how their story ends.
Featuring Guest Star Aabria Iyengar from Critical Role and Dimension 20. IYKYK.
Whether you’re a first-time adventurer or a seasoned D&D player, this is one quest you don’t want to skip. Be sure to arrive early to enjoy snacks and drinks in the Applause Club. Best ticket availability at the Thursday late-night performance.
Meeple-A-Thon
Overland Park Convention Center, 6000 College Blvd, Overland Park, KS
November 14-16
Meeple-A-Thon is Kansas City’s annual celebration of tabletop gaming, founded in the summer of 2017 with a mission to make a meaningful impact through play. What began as a 24-hour gaming marathon has grown into a vibrant three-day convention, bringing together gamers, creators, and community advocates for a weekend of connection, creativity, and cause. In case you’re wondering what a “meeple” is, it’s a small, human-shaped pawn used in modern board games to represent a player’s pieces or workers.
Cardboard Corner
9420 Metcalf Ave, Overland Park, KS
8750 Penrose Ln, Lenexa, KS
We’re super excited to host Cardboard Corner at Starlight during The Twenty-Sided Tavern November 13-15. Be sure to check out their table before the show and chat with owners and “professional geeks,” Madeline and Chase, about their upcoming events. Cardboard Corner Cafe is your home base for connecting with fellow TTRPG (TableTop Role-Playing Game) players, board gamers, miniature enthusiasts, and painters.
Here are a few events our team is looking forward to:
November 16: Game Master Hangout, a happy hour for people who run D&D campaigns.
November 19: Mini RPG With my Mini Me (Bring your little for a game night)
November 24: Learn to play Dungeons & Dragons – great for anyone who loves The Twenty-Sided Tavern and wants to learn more about D&D.
November 30: Book Club Noir-vember – this combines two things we love – books and clever titles.
Cardboard Corner has two locations, Overland Park and Lenexa. The menu looks fire at both locations, but the Overland Park one has a pizza waffle. 😍
Breakout KC
Park Place
11535 Ash St., Leawood, KS 66211
River Market
114 W. 3RD St. #102, Kansas City, MO 64105
If you want to choose YOUR own adventure, escape rooms are a great option. Breakout KC was the metro’s first escape room and has two locations. Looking for a kid-friendly escape room? Kid’s Mode is for ages 7-14 and is perfect for parties or after-school events.
Plus, Starlight customers get a 20% discount to either location by using code STARLIGHT20. Good every day and time for 2-8 guests per room. Expires December 31, 2025.
Knights of Lights
126th St. and State Ave, Kansas City, KS 66012
Specific nights from November 28-December 31
At the end of November, the Renaissance Festival transforms into Knights of Lights, a wonderland of lights, shopping, food, entertainment, and fun! Visit Santa and Mrs. Claus as you are enchanted by half a million lights and the sights, scents, and sounds of festivities, including:
Glow in the Dark Putt Putt
Castle and Pirate Ship
Train Rides
Snowball Fights
Gift for Adults, Children, and Dogs
Weston Wine Company
540 Main Street, Weston, MO, 64098
Weston Wine Company is a down-to-earth winery featuring a tasting room, shop, and a variety of food-and-wine pairing options. They craft delicious wine from Missouri grapes and complement it with wines from other producers all over the world.
Nestled on the main street of the charming, historic town of Weston, they have a schedule of events including trivia and murder mystery nights.
Looking for an opportunity to break out your evening attire and sport a fabulous mask? The Masquerade Murder Mystery on November 29 is a masked ball with a twist of MURDER.
Tickets are $14 for each event. The best part? That includes 3 wine samples!