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Venues

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Consider ours the perfect event space.

You’re sure to find the venue you’re hoping for at The Pavilion at John Knox Village, or in one of our other versatile and accommodating event spaces. Our professional staff will be at your side every step of the way, from planning to presentation. Every event has its perfect place in one of our beautifully welcoming venues at John Knox Village. Take a look and you’ll understand why.

The Pavilion at John Knox Village

This versatile venue is a well-loved and recognized landmark at the Village and one of Kansas City’s premier event venues. The open floor plan, stage and spacious dance floor inspire events of every style – elegant receptions, sit-down dinners, corporate kick-offs, conferences, concerts, even craft and trade shows. This multifaceted space is so flexible, providing intimate seated dining for between 150 and 700 guests, or ample open space for up to 2,000 event attendees.

Features include:

  • 24,000 sq. ft. flexible floor plan
  • Capacity for more between 150 and 700 seated guests, or 2,000 event attendees
  • 60’ x 64’ dance floor
  • 20’ x 32’ permanent stage with lighting – expandable to 38′ x 40′
  • Steinway concert grand piano
  • 10’ x 14’ professional-grade LCD projector and large screen
  • In-house sound system with mixer board
  • Beautifully decorated bridal or green room
  • Outdoor event sign

The Pavilion at John Knox Village, 520 N.W. Murray Road, Lee’s Summit, MO 64081
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Manhattan Room at Places Restaurant

Located at Places Restaurant and Café, this venue is a bit more intimate, while every bit as versatile as our larger venues. The dance floor and flexible floor plan create the perfect space for receptions, reunions, celebrations and company parties – as well as business and school events.

Features include:

  • 1,848 sq. ft. flexible floor plan
  • Seat up to 80 guests at round tables and 100 in auditorium-style seating
  • 18′ by 20′ dance floor
  • PC hookup and Wi-Fi
  • Podium, microphone, TV/DVD/Blu-ray player
  • HD LCD projector and HD screen

Located in Places Restaurant and Café on the John Knox Village campus, 1001 N.W. Chipman Road, Lee’s Summit, MO 64081
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Plaza Room at Places Restaurant

plaza_previewMeeting planners, corporate clients and civic leaders around Lee’s Summit and Kansas City metro area find this executive-style boardroom the ideal location for off-site meetings, private luncheons and dinners, and closed-door discussions.

Features include:

  • Executive-style private boardroom
  • Seating capacity for up to 10 people
  • Create a special menu for the day or order off the menu
  • Private restroom

Located in Places Restaurant and Café on the John Knox Village campus, 1001 N.W. Chipman Road, Lee’s Summit, MO 64081

Ambassador Room

courtyard_previewIt’s the perfect match for a family and friends reception following a wedding at The Chapel at John Knox Village. This private venue also lends itself to rehearsal dinners, team-building sessions, group workshops and almost any event where conversation around each table is your priority.

Features include:

  • 986 sq. ft. flexible floor plan
  • Hosts up to 80 guests at round tables or 120 in theater-style seating
  • Podium and microphone
  • Audio/visual equipment and screen
  • PC hook-up and Wi-Fi

Located on the John Knox Village campus, 500 N.W. Murray Road, Lee’s Summit, MO 64081
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Missouri Room

This favorite venue, located at Lakeside Grille, is truly a room with a view. You and your guests will love looking out at the lake and scenic golf course while we watch over every detail of your event. From casual business and social gatherings to formal dinner parties and corporate functions, this is the natural setting.

Features include:

  • 902 sq. ft. flexible floor plan
  • Host up to 60 seated guests
  • Scenic view of lake and golf course
  • Podium and microphone
  • Computer, automatic screen and projector

Located at Lakeside Grille on the John Knox Village campus, 600 N.W. Shamrock Avenue, Lee’s Summit, MO 64081
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The Chapel at John Knox Village

chapel_previewThe nondenominational chapel is picture-perfect for brides and grooms from across Kansas City. Comfortably seat up to 100 guests in this beautifully simple space. Greet your guests at a reception in a nearby venue at the Village instead of driving across town. Ceremony and reception packages are available.

Features include:

  • Seating capacity for up to 100 guests
  • Podium and microphone
  • Stained glass windows
  • Piano
  • Projector, screen and computer
  • Sound system
  • Within walking distance of the Ambassador Room

Located on the John Knox Village campus, 400 N.W. Murray Road, Lee’s Summit, MO 64081

Frequently Asked Questions

What is your catering policy?
From gourmet dinners to box lunches and concessions, John Knox Village offers full-service catering and holds licenses from the state of Missouri, Jackson County and the city of Lee’s Summit. Outside catering is allowed if provided by a licensed catering service, holding proper food permits and proof of insurance.
Is bar service available?
Flexible bar packages are available through our fully licensed beverage catering service. Hosted and cash bar options are available. All alcohol has to be provided and served by John Knox Village.
What about décor?
The standard rate for The Pavilion includes four hours to decorate and set up to your desires and specifications, with a staff member present to answer questions. If additional set-up time is needed, provisions to your contract can be made at additional cost.

For other rooms, two hours of decorating is included.

Candles are permitted upon approval, as long as it’s not an open flame.

We have multiple event-planning contracts throughout the Kansas City area to help meet your decorating needed.

Do you provide in-house DJ services?
Our production staff can provide special lighting effects and wireless microphones if needed for your event. However, The Pavilion at John Knox Village doesn’t provide DJ services.
Is a deposit required?
For The Pavilion at John Knox Village, once you’ve selected a date, a 25% non-refundable deposit will hold the space for you. The balance will need to be paid 30 days prior to the event.

For all other venues, 100% of the balance is required at the time you sign the contract.