Arterie Fest
Introducing Arterie Fest—a new daylong festival in the heart of Kansas City’s museum district! Join us Saturday, May 9 for a vibrant kickoff to summer in one of the city’s most creative neighborhoods. Spend the day exploring events and activities at the Kansas City Art Institute, Kemper Museum of Contemporary Art, and Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art, all connected by The Arterie, a walkable pathway linking these cultural destinations.
Al Fresco Culinary Journey on the Arterie
Your Culinary Journey
Park at Kemper Museum of Contemporary Art
Begin your journey with a posh picnic. A special pasta meal created by James Beard Nominee Chef Ted Habiger greets you under the port cochere at Kemper Museum
Walk across Warwick Boulevard to the Kansas City Art Institute for a tasting of three Italian-inspired cocktails along The Arterie
Under the twinkling lights, enjoy desserts and live music at the Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art.
Leisurely stroll or catch a ride on the shuttle back to your car.
Event Sponsorships Available
$5,000 – Presenting Sponsor – You or your company will be listed on the invitation and all event social media as a presenting sponsor. At the event you will receive seating for 8 and sponsor credit at the event. You will also receive recognition for the year on the websites for The Arterie, Kansas City Art Institute, Kemper Museum of Contemporary Art, and the Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art.
$1000 - Host Committee ticket; you will be listed as a member of the Host Committee on the invitation and all event social media posts. Includes two tickets to the event, and sponsor credit on the 4 organizations’ websites. Also includes Household Membership to Kemper Museum for you to keep or gift.
$250 – Single ticket; includes all dinner courses along The Arterie.
$125 –Aperitif ticket; includes a glass of wine at Kemper Museum, Italian after dinner drinks at KCAI and dessert at the Nelson-Atkins.
Visit this link to purchase tickets.
Proceeds benefit The Arterie initiatives and programs!
Great KC Cleanup
Join thousands of Kansas City residents for the annual city-wide cleanup event, helping to beautify neighborhoods and public spaces including The Arterie corridor.