Welcome to Kansas City Favorites
We live, shop, eat, and play in beautiful Kansas City and we wouldn’t have it any other way. In celebration of our great communities, The Kansas City Star is presenting 2026
Kansas City Favorites. This contest is truly designed to engage the community in celebrating the places, restaurants and local businesses we love.
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In 2024, Kansas City Favorites received more than 270,000 votes — a 45% increase from last year — reflecting the growing enthusiasm and engagement from the community. Kansas City Favorites had over 4,900 businesses, organizations, and individuals competing to be named in the top three spots of 274 categories.​
Kansas City Favorites Promotion
Kansas City Favorites has strong support from KansasCity.com, KansasCityFavorites.com, The Kansas City Star newspaper and social media.
Nominations and voting are driven by print, digital and social promotions:
• KansasCity.com Digital Display
• The Kansas City Star Newspaper Ads
• Organic Social Media
• Paid Social Media
• Paid Targeted Eblast
• Eblast to KansasCity.com Subscribers
• KansasCity.com Home Page Takeovers
• Outdoor Advertising
• Ad Network Digital Display
The Kansas City Star has put over $200,000 in marketing support promoting Kansas City Favorites, driving participation and ensuring success for the community and local businesses.
How does it work?
During the nomination period, we invite our audience to nominate outstanding establishments and professionals in Kansas City and the surrounding areas. Once our nominations are taken, we
will move them to a ballot for official voting. All nominations and voting will be done online at VoteKC.com.
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Request your complimentary asset kit that includes badges ready to be incorporated into your social media posts, website, and emails during the contest to encourage voting and engage your audience!