This Week in Kansas City Networking: November 1 to November 7, 2026
Kansas City, here is your calendar for the week of November 1. Thursday leads the week with a Leawood morning mixer, a Lenexa business after hours and a Pivot Party meetup, and Wednesday adds a KCK expo and a young professionals mixer. Pick two or three, show up, and bring plenty of business cards.
Event details can change, so check with each organization before you head out.
Sunday, November 1
No events for this date.
Monday, November 2
1 weekly networking group meets on Mondays. See the full weekly list.
Tuesday, November 3
Talkin' Tuesday
Northeast Johnson County Chamber | Start time not published | Rotating member sites, Northeast Johnson County, KS
A chamber networking event held on the first and third Tuesdays. Confirm the time and location with the chamber.
Recess for Success: Funny Business
Lee's Summit Chamber of Commerce | 4:00 PM to 5:15 PM | University of Central Missouri Lee's Summit, 1101 NW Innovation Pkwy., Lee's Summit, MO 64086
An improv workshop on networking, sales and everyday business conversations. Check the link for the cost and guest policy.
12 weekly networking groups meet on Tuesdays. See the full weekly list.
Wednesday, November 4
Women in Business Conference
Lee's Summit Chamber of Commerce | 8:00 AM to 3:30 PM | Abundant Life CORE Building, Lee's Summit, MO
A day of keynotes and networking for women in business, open to the public. Tickets are required. Check the link for the price.
Northland After Hours
Northland Regional Chamber of Commerce | Start time not published | Rotating location, Northland, MO
The chamber's monthly first Wednesday after hours for members and guests. Confirm the time and location with the chamber.
Kearney Chamber Luncheon
Kearney Chamber of Commerce | 12:00 PM to 1:00 PM | First Christian Church of Kearney, 2151 S. Jefferson St., Kearney, MO 64060
The chamber's monthly first Wednesday luncheon, presented by Paradigm Direct. Register on the chamber events page.
Ribbon Cutting: WOMAN Fitness
Lenexa Chamber of Commerce | 12:00 PM | 10123 Cherry Ln., Lenexa, KS 66220
A ribbon cutting for a gym for women. Free.
B2B Expo and After Hours
KCK Area Chamber of Commerce | 1:00 PM to 4:00 PM expo, 4:00 PM to 6:00 PM after hours | Mark One Electric, 1414 Genessee St., Kansas City, KS 66103
A business to business expo followed by an after hours mixer. Free for everyone to attend.
Joint Young Professionals Mixer
Leawood Chamber of Commerce with Big Brothers Big Sisters Kansas City | 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM | Big Futures, 1701 Walnut St., Kansas City, MO 64108
Young professional groups from across Kansas City come together for food, drinks and conversation. RSVP on the chamber link.
23 weekly networking groups meet on Wednesdays. See the full weekly list.
Thursday, November 5
Sunrise Optimist Club Breakfast
Lee's Summit Sunrise Optimist | 7:30 AM | EAA Chapter 91 hangar, 2750 NE Douglas St., Lee's Summit, MO
A service club that meets on the first and third Thursdays. Guests are welcome and breakfast is provided.
Morning Mingling
Leawood Chamber of Commerce | 8:00 AM to 9:30 AM | FNBO, 13451 Briar St., Leawood, KS 66209
Coffee, breakfast burritos and door prizes. Non-members may attend up to two chamber events with guest passes.
Pivot Party November Meetup
Pivot Party | 8:30 AM to 10:00 AM | Pilgrim Coffee Company, 12643 Metcalf Ave., Overland Park, KS 66213
A morning meetup for professionals. Free.
Business After Hours with CoreFirst Bank & Trust and the Hispanic Chamber
Lenexa Chamber of Commerce | 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM | CoreFirst Bank & Trust, 16201 W. 95th St., Lenexa, KS 66219
A joint mixer with the Hispanic Chamber of Greater Kansas City. Free and all are welcome; non-members should call or email the chamber to register.
17 weekly networking groups meet on Thursdays. See the full weekly list.
Friday, November 6
Chamber 101
Raymore Chamber of Commerce | 8:00 AM to 9:00 AM | 1000 W. Foxwood Dr., Suite 200, Raymore, MO 64083
A session on chamber benefits with a mixer activity, open to new and prospective members. Free; sign up so there is enough food.
Ribbon Cutting: Big Brothers Big Sisters Kansas City
Greater Kansas City Chamber of Commerce | 9:00 AM to 10:00 AM | 1709 Walnut, Kansas City, MO 64108
A ribbon cutting for the new Big Futures Building.
Young Professionals Happy Hour
Lee's Summit Chamber of Commerce | 4:00 PM to 5:30 PM | Discovery Park Lee's Summit, 250 NE Alura Way, Lee's Summit, MO 64064
A happy hour with a guided tour of Discovery Park. Check the link for the guest policy.
Foodies + New Friends: Lee's Summit
Foodies + New Friends | 7:00 PM to 10:00 PM | Lee's Summit, MO
A dinner for meeting new people at a different restaurant each time. Venue is announced after you register.
7 weekly networking groups meet on Fridays. See the full weekly list.
Saturday, November 7
Connect The Dotte with KCK Young Professionals
KCK Area Chamber of Commerce | 11:30 AM to 4:00 PM | 403 Club, 614 Reynolds Ave., Kansas City, KS 66101
Lunch, networking games and a party bus tour of Kansas City, Kansas. $55 for members and $65 for non-members.
1 weekly networking group meets on Saturdays. See the full weekly list.
Showing up once is a nice start, but showing up week after week is what builds trust and brings in referrals. Choose the group that fits your schedule and your goals, and put it on your calendar. Your next great connection is already sitting in one of those rooms.
