Spring break, from March 13-March 22nd, may have students venturing to places like the beaches in Hawaii or the snowy mountains in Colorado, but if you’re a student staying in Kansas and looking for something to do, the Patriot has suggestions for outings!
Tap Ins (9571 Metcalf Ave Overland Park, KS 66212): Tap Ins, which opened on Dec 9th, 2026, is an 18 hole indoor mini golf course. An additional 18 hole outdoor course will be added this Spring. They also have an area called “PuttView Lounge,” which includes interactive putting games. The restaurant food is directed by E9. Tap Ins includes their own ice-cream shop. Hours: Monday-Thursday 11a.m.-10:30p.m. Friday: 11a.m-midnight. Saturday: 9a.m-midnight. Sunday: 9am-10pm.
Downtown KC: Downtown KC is a great place to explore, via streetcar or walking. Notable stores and restaurants in this area are: The College Basketball Experience, 1401 Grand Boulevard Kansas City, MO 64106; The City Market, 5th & Walnut
Kansas City, MO 64106; KC Wheel and the American Jazz Museum 1616 E 18th St, Kansas City, MO 64108.
Andretti (11610 Nall Avenue Overland Park, KS 66211): Opened on November 18th, Andretti has activities such as laser tag, arcade games, and–most famously–go-karting, which includes 26 ft of elevation gain. Opening hours change throughout the week.
Johnson County Museum and the Art and Heritage center (8788 Metcalf Ave, Overland Park, KS 66212): The Johnson County Museum and the Art and Heritage center is a great place to go if you have younger family members. It includes an area called “Kidscape,” which has collaborative engaging games for kids.
