About this Location

Facility Overview

McGee Street Parking at 1536 McGee Street provides convenient, open-air surface parking ideally positioned on the southern edge of Downtown Kansas City and the vibrant Crossroads Arts District. Spanning the block between 15th and 16th Streets, just south of Interstate 670 and the Power & Light District, this self-park surface facility offers an unobstructed layout that makes parking seamless and fast. Because it is an outdoor lot with no overhead barriers, parking ramps, or low clearance limits, it comfortably accommodates passenger vehicles of all sizes—ranging from compact commuter cars and electric vehicles to full-size pickup trucks, large SUVs, and high-roof conversion vans that typically cannot clear downtown multi-story parking garages.

Prime Location & Nearby Attractions

Situated in a premier urban pocket, 1536 McGee Street places drivers within effortless walking distance of Kansas City’s most sought-after entertainment, dining, and cultural destinations:

T-Mobile Center: Located merely 3 to 4 blocks north (an easy 5-to-7-minute walk), making this lot one of the most accessible and value-oriented parking locations for major arena concerts, Disney on Ice, and NCAA basketball tournaments.
Kansas City Power & Light District: Around a 6-to-8-minute walk north, granting direct access to KC Live!, vibrant sports bars, lounges, and diverse dining options.
Crossroads Arts District: Located right at your doorstep south of Truman Road, offering world-class local art galleries, microbreweries, rooftop cocktail lounges, and premier First Friday celebrations.
Kansas City Convention Center (Bartle Hall): Roughly an 8-to-10-minute stroll to the west, making it an excellent staging ground for trade shows, expositions, and corporate conferences.
Kauffman Center for the Performing Arts: Situated just a short walk or quick streetcar ride away to the west on 16th Street.

Access, Navigation & Transit Connectivity

Reaching McGee Street Parking is exceptionally straightforward due to its proximity to the downtown highway loop. Drivers can smoothly transition off I-670 (Downtown Loop) via Truman Road or enter from I-35 and US-71 with minimal surface street maneuvering. Ingress and egress points along McGee Street provide direct entry into clearly marked bays. When big events let out at T-Mobile Center, this location allows drivers to bypass the heaviest pedestrian gridlock clustered on Grand Boulevard and Oak Street, giving motorists a fast track onto Interstate 670, Interstate 70, or southbound into Midtown via Main Street or Grand Boulevard. For multi-modal commuters, the KC Streetcar line runs along Main Street just two blocks west, offering free rides from the River Market down through Crown Center and Union Station.

Facility Amenities & Key Features

Open-Air Headroom: Complete open-sky surface parking with zero height restrictions, ideal for oversized vehicles, racks, and utility vans.
Contactless Mobile Payment: Integrated with major mobile parking platforms and on-site pay-by-plate signage for quick digital transactions.
Spacious Stall Markings: Wide parking stalls designed for quick turn-in, easy vehicle exit, and driver maneuverability.
Urban Streetlighting: Well-lit lot boundaries and perimeter lighting provide visibility and peace of mind during late-night returns.
ADA Accessible Stalls: Designated accessible parking spaces positioned closest to street-level sidewalks.

Ideal For

Concertgoers and Sports Fans: Visiting T-Mobile Center or the Power & Light District without paying premium on-site garage rates or getting trapped in dense garage exits.
Crossroads Explorers: Foodies, craft beer lovers, and art gallery patrons visiting Crossroads dining and First Friday events.
Convention Attendees: Business travelers and delegates attending multiday conferences at Bartle Hall seeking easy-in, easy-out parking.
Downtown Commuters: Professionals seeking straightforward, surface-level daily parking near the southern downtown commercial core.

Visitor & Driver Tips

When attending sold-out arena shows or peak weekend events at the Power & Light District, aim to arrive at least 45 to 60 minutes before showtime to lock in a prime spot. Because this facility operates on an automated pay-by-plate system, be sure to have your vehicle license plate number handy when paying via your smartphone or on-site payment kiosk. If you plan to explore attractions further north such as the River Market or south toward Union Station, take advantage of the free KC Streetcar station on Main Street, located just two short blocks away.