Taste at The Place 2026
Thursday, September 24, 2026 from 5 - 8 p.m.
Save the date for the best happy hour fundraising event of the season, Taste at The Place, taking place Thursday, September 24, 2026.
Enjoy samples of some of the best eats and drinks Kansas City has to offer, along with shopping from local businesses, artisans and community partners, all while making a difference for young children’s mental health.
Become a Tastemaker
Love good food, great company, and making a real impact? Join the 2026 class of Tastemakers for Taste at The Place and help support young children’s mental health. As a Tastemaker, you’ll rally your network, lead the happy hour fun, enjoy exclusive events and help raise critical funds for The Children’s Place. Sip, celebrate, and do good while being recognized as one of KC’s charitable trendsetters.
2025 Taste at The Place Vendors
Thank you to the following vendors for making Taste at The Place 2025 such a success:
Food & Beverage
Community Partner
Thank You to Our 2026 Impact Partners!
Trusted Partner
Inclusive Partners
Supportive Partner
Welcoming Partner
Associated Bank
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas City
Commerce Bank
Gallagher
Hallmark
Slattery Design & Architecture
Swagelok Kansas City
Thank You to our Event-Exclusive Sponsors