3,500 square feet of vintage atmosphere for up to 200 guests — inside Merchant Square Kansas City, with ample parking and easy I-70 access.
Made for Gatherings
Weddings, birthday parties, baby and bridal showers, business meetings, photo shoots, card shows, pop-up markets — if you can gather for it, The Venue can host it. Your guests can shop 350+ vendors before or after, and American Way Smokehouse handles the food and bar.
Included with Every Rental
Up to 10 hours of venue access (setup, event, breakdown), Wi-Fi, restrooms, on-site parking, and an on-site point of contact during your event.
Food & Bar On Site
In-house catering and exclusive bar service by American Way Smokehouse under our Missouri liquor license. Outside catering welcome with a licensed, insured caterer (fee applies).
Easy for Guests
Free on-site parking, easy I-70 access, and 350+ vendors' worth of treasure hunting right outside the door.
Catering by American Way Smokehouse
Feed your guests #1-rated BBQ without lifting a finger. In-house catering and full bar service by American Way Smokehouse, right on site — from plated dinners to buffet-style spreads and fresh baked sweets.
Full-Day Rental Rates
Flat-rate rentals include up to 10 hours of access.
| Peak May–Oct, Dec | Shoulder Mar, Apr, Nov | Off-Peak Jan, Feb | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Saturday | $2,400 | $2,000 | $1,700 |
| Friday | $1,900 | $1,600 | $1,350 |
| Sunday | $1,800 | $1,500 | $1,300 |
| Mon – Thurs | $1,200 | $1,000 | $850 |
Hourly Rentals
Don't need the whole day? Rent by the hour (4-hour minimum) — perfect for showers, business meetings, photo shoots, and short gatherings.
| When | Peak May–Oct, Dec | Off-Peak Jan–Apr, Nov |
|---|---|---|
| Monday – Thursday, any time | $150 / hour | $125 / hour |
| Friday before 4 PM | $200 / hour | $175 / hour |
Friday evenings, Saturdays, and Sundays are full-day rentals only — see rates above.
Deposits & Fees
| Refundable security deposit | $500 |
| Cleaning fee | $250 |
| Booking deposit (applied to balance) | 50% of rental |
| Seating (60" round + chair, per guest) | $6 / person |
| Linens (per table) | $10 |
| Extra setup/breakdown hours | $100 / hour |
| Extra event hours beyond 10 | $200 / hour |
| Outside catering fee | $500 |
| Premium holiday dates | +25% |
Ways to Save
Early-bird: 10% off off-peak rates when booked 6+ months in advance.
Weekday weddings: 25% off Monday–Thursday rates.
Booking Basics
A signed rental agreement, 50% booking deposit, and security deposit reserve your date. Balance due 30 days before the event. Cancel 60+ days out for a full refund. All pricing subject to change.
Come See It
The best way to know if The Venue fits your event is to walk it. Schedule a tour — we're at 17730 E 39th St S, Independence, MO 64055, inside Merchant Square Kansas City.