The
2026 Heart of Kansas City Awards will be presented on
Tuesday,
November 3, 2026, 5-7 p.m.
in an exciting event at the Westin Kansas City Crown Center Hotel!
Individual Achievement
Presented
to a respected and distinguished individual who has demonstrated
extraordinary achievement and/or service in helping to further the
goals, objectives and spirit of the tourism and hospitality industry for
many years.
Special Achievement
Presented
to honor an individual or organization who coordinated or adapted a
unique event, program or campaign to go above and beyond in furthering
the goals, objectives and spirit of the tourism and hospitality
industry.
Ambassador of the Year
Presented
to honor an outstanding front of house staff member OR volunteer who
demonstrates exemplary effort in customer service while helping to
further the goals, objectives and spirit of the tourism and hospitality
industry.
Attraction of the Year
Presented
to honor an attraction that has an impact on and demonstrates
excellence in advancing the goals, objectives and spirit of the tourism
and hospitality industry.
Click here to learn more about this event!