{"id":12060,"date":"2026-05-27T22:19:00","date_gmt":"2026-05-27T20:19:00","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/stocks-future.com\/?guid=5cf522be4561b0d85f50e5e77772f63a"},"modified":"2026-05-27T22:19:00","modified_gmt":"2026-05-27T20:19:00","slug":"2026-kansas-city-auto-show-shifts-to-overland-park-convention-center-june-4-7-bringing-25-plus-brands-test-drives-free-parking-and-more","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/stocks-future.com\/?p=12060","title":{"rendered":"2026 Kansas City Auto Show Shifts to Overland Park Convention Center June 4\u20137, Bringing 25-Plus Brands, Test Drives, Free Parking, and More"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>OVERLAND PARK, Kan.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--<a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/hashtag\/autoshow?src=hash\" >#autoshow<\/a>--The Kansas City Auto Show is back \u2014 and it\u2019s rolling in with a fresh new experience. For 2026, the show moves to a new home at the <b>Overland Park Convention Center and shifts to new dates, June 4\u20137<\/b>, delivering a reimagined experience built around convenience, discovery, and the thrill of getting behind the wheel.<\/p><br\/><a href=\"https:\/\/mms.businesswire.com\/media\/20260527776885\/en\/2816349\/5\/KC-AutoShow-logo-2018.jpg\"><img src=\"https:\/\/mms.businesswire.com\/media\/20260527776885\/en\/2816349\/22\/KC-AutoShow-logo-2018.jpg\" \/><\/a><br\/><a href=\"https:\/\/mms.businesswire.com\/media\/20260527776885\/en\/2816349\/5\/KC-AutoShow-logo-2018.jpg\"><img src=\"https:\/\/mms.businesswire.com\/media\/20260527776885\/en\/2816349\/21\/KC-AutoShow-logo-2018.jpg\" \/><\/a><p>\nThis year\u2019s show brings together <b>25-plus automotive brands<\/b> under one roof at one of the region\u2019s most accessible venues, complete with <b>free parking for all attendees<\/b>. One of the show\u2019s most popular features also returns with an expanded lineup of test drives from <b>Dodge, Ford, Jeep, Polestar<\/b>, and <b>Toyota,<\/b> giving attendees the chance to experience a wide range of gas, hybrid, and electric vehicles firsthand.<\/p><p>\n\u201cThe Kansas City Auto Show has always given people the opportunity to explore the latest vehicles in a relaxed, no-pressure setting,\u201d said Larry Carl, CEO of the Automobile Dealers Association of Kansas City. \u201cMoving to the Overland Park Convention Center gives us a modern, welcoming venue that aligns with what today\u2019s car shoppers want \u2014 easy access, a strong selection of brands, the freedom to explore at their own pace, and free parking.\u201d<\/p><p>\nWhether visitors are in the market for something new or simply want to see what\u2019s out there, the Kansas City Auto Show delivers a rare, no-pressure environment to sit in, compare, and get a feel for today\u2019s vehicles. Product specialists will be on hand to answer questions and walk attendees through the latest tech features.<\/p><p>\n\"With gas prices on the rise, buyers are paying close attention to fuel efficiency \u2014 and today's vehicles deliver more options than ever,\" said Brian Moody, independent automotive expert and analyst. \"Visitors to the Kansas City Auto Show will find hybrids and EVs that deliver excellent fuel efficiency \u2014 40, 50, even 60 miles per gallon, plus a selection of feature-packed new cars priced under $30,000.\u201d<\/p><p>\nThe Kansas City Auto Show, presented by the Automobile Dealers Association of Kansas City, runs June 4\u20137, at the Overland Park Convention Center, 6000 College Blvd., Overland Park, KS 66211. Hours: Thursday noon\u20139 p.m.; Friday\u2013Saturday 10 a.m.\u20139 p.m.; Sunday 10 a.m.\u20136 p.m. Free parking. <a  href=\"https:\/\/cts.businesswire.com\/ct\/CT?id=smartlink&amp;url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.kcautoshow.com&amp;esheet=54542816&amp;newsitemid=20260527776885&amp;lan=en-US&amp;anchor=www.kcautoshow.com&amp;index=1&amp;md5=6d9c8b16c46d12dfba958db8440dfe00\" rel=\"nofollow\" shape=\"rect\">www.kcautoshow.com<\/a>.<\/p><br\/> <b>Contacts<\/b> <br\/><p>\nDeeDee Taft\n<br\/>Spin Communications\n<br\/><a  href=\"mailto:deedee@spinpr.com\" rel=\"nofollow\" shape=\"rect\">deedee@spinpr.com<\/a>, 415.380.8390<\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>OVERLAND PARK, Kan.&#8211;(BUSINESS WIRE)&#8211;#autoshow&#8211;The Kansas City Auto Show is back \u2014 and it\u2019s rolling in with a fresh new experience. 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