A gentle pause from the pace of everyday life. Weston, Missouri is a small town getaway and the closest historic town getaway to KC’s FIFA World Cup 2026 action. Located just about 20 minutes from KCI Airport and roughly 30 minutes from the Kansas City stadiums, it’s an easy side trip for fans, families, and teams.

Why Weston during FIFA 2026

Weston offers an authentic 19th‑century Missouri river town experience with modern comforts: brick-lined streets, locally owned shops, award-winning distilleries and breweries, and easy access from the airport and downtown KC. Visitors can spend a half‑day or full day here between matches—without adding long drives to an already busy tournament schedule. 

Stay in Weston

Choose from cozy bed-and-breakfasts, boutique inns, and nearby hotels. Book early for FIFA 2026! 

Historic Downtown Shopping & Architecture

Weston’s walkable downtown historic district offers more than 40 family‑owned boutiques, galleries, and specialty shops showcasing local art, antiques, fashion, home décor, gourmet foods, and gifts. As visitors explore, they are surrounded by nearly 100 pre‑Civil War (antebellum) homes and commercial buildings, giving the town an unmistakable 1800s character.

Three Downtown Museums

·        Weston Historical Museum
Located in a former 19th‑century Baptist church, the Weston Historical Museum presents artifacts, photographs, and documents that trace life in Weston and Platte County from prehistoric Native American cultures through about World War II. Exhibits highlight Weston's days as a major river port, its role in westward expansion, and everyday small‑town life.

·        Lewis & Clark Exhibit (Weston City Hall / former railroad depot)
Housed in the old Weston railroad depot—now serving as City Hall—this self‑guided exhibit interprets the Lewis & Clark Expedition’s journey along the Missouri River and the natural and cultural history they encountered near present‑day Weston.  Visitors can explore at their own pace, making it an easy stop on a FIFA2026 tight game‑day schedule.

·        National Silk Art Museum
The National Silk Art Museum, inside the historic former Bank of Weston building on Main Street, showcases the world’s largest collection of intricately woven silk tapestries, with more than 500 works created on punch‑card mechanical looms as early as the 1600s. These pieces link fine textile art to the early history of computing.

Pirtle Winery

Established in 1978 inside a charming 1867 former church—Pirtle Winery crafts award-winning wines and meads bursting with character, from traditional varietals to fruity blends and innovative slushies. Visitors escape into its welcoming tasting room, vine-covered garden, and balcony for tastings, live music, and pairings at the adjacent Vineyards bistro, making it a must-stop for World Cup fans seeking a quick, flavorful detour.

O’Malley’s Pub & Weston Brewing Company

O’Malley’s Pub is a legendary Celtic‑themed pub built into the 1842 limestone lagering cellars, featuring two underground stages that host live music in an atmospheric, stone‑arched cellar setting perfect for post‑match celebrations. Weston Brewing Company, operating alongside O’Malley’s, traces its roots to the mid‑19th century and is widely promoted as the oldest brewery west of the Hudson River, offering house‑brewed beers, full bar, and a unique historic brewery tour experience.[1]

Ben Holladay Distillery

On the edge of town, Ben Holladay Distillery invites World Cup visitors to experience Missouri bourbon at one of the state’s standout historic distilleries, with tours that showcase grain‑to‑glass production, barrel aging, and tasting opportunities. Guests can stroll the picturesque grounds, enjoy cocktails, and learn about the Holladay family’s deep ties to the region’s early frontier history.  If you cannot make it to the distillery, you can visit the downtown tasting room, Holladay on Main.

Riverwood Winery

Nestled in the scenic Missouri River bluffs just north of historic Weston, family-owned Riverwood Winery—housed in a renovated 1950s elementary school—handcrafts small-batch wines from dry reds and whites to fruit and dessert varietals, using sustainable practices and local Missouri oak barrels. World Cup visitors love its expansive whiskey selection (over 700 bottles), gourmet flatbreads and charcuterie, live music weekends, and stunning bluff views—perfect for tastings, cocktails, and relaxed match-day escapes.

Jowler Creek Winery

Jowler Creek Winery is Missouri’s first green vineyard and winery, embracing sustainable practices like solar power, sheep for weed control, and chickens for insect management in its 7-acre vineyard. Located just north of Kansas City, it crafts award-winning wines ranging from dry to sweet, inviting visitors to relax in a beautiful, eco-friendly setting with diverse tastings and a warm, welcoming atmosphere.

Weston Wine Company

Drink wine you love, with people you love, all in the heart of charming Weston, Missouri. Come for a tasting, a special event, or just to relax on the patio overlooking the historic downtown.

Nearby Farm Country Experiences

Just minutes outside downtown, World Cup visitors can step into rolling Missouri River bluff country and experience working farms, orchards, and rural landscapes:

·        Historic Weston Orchard
A seasonal destination for pick‑your‑own fruit, family‑friendly farm activities, and hilltop views over the valley, ideal for a relaxing break from the city between matches.

·        Red Barn Farm
A classic Midwest farmstead setting with historic barns, animals, and open spaces that evoke 19th‑century rural life, often hosting seasonal events, markets, and agritourism experiences.

·        The Farmer’s House
A mission‑driven farm and market environment where visitors can shop for local produce, baked goods, and handcrafted items while supporting programs that provide meaningful work and community engagement for people with developmental disabilities.

·        Green Dirt Farm
A nationally recognized farmstead creamery in the nearby hills, Green Dirt Farm offers opportunities to taste award‑winning cheeses, enjoy farm‑to‑table food, and experience a modern sustainable farm rooted in traditional practices.

Live Music

Weston has developed a thriving live music scene.  Weekends feature music at O’Malley’s Pub (2 indoor stages), The Whiskey Snug, the St. George DeLuxe, The Vineyards at Pirtle Winery, Riverwood Winery, Jowler Creek Winery, and Holladay Distillery.