Hillcrest Community Center: Hours, Programs, Rentals & Map

Hillcrest Community Center Hours

Phone: 816-513-8560
Address: 10401 Hillcrest Road, Kansas City, Missouri 64134.

Holiday & Weather Changes

Kansas City Parks facilities may modify hours for city holidays, extreme weather, maintenance or special events. Check the center’s official page or call before traveling on a holiday.

What Facilities Does Hillcrest Offer?

KC Parks also identifies Hillcrest as a gathering place for community activities and events. Ask staff about the current availability of fitness equipment, games and any specialized amenities before planning a visit around them.

Daily Admission Fees

Kansas City Parks publishes affordable day passes for visitors who do not want a continuing membership.

Before Buying a Pass

• Confirm the activity you want is available that day.
• Ask about any age or supervision rules.
• Bring identification if staff require proof of eligibility.
• Check whether special classes require separate registration.
• Ask which areas are included in the facility pass.

Monthly & Annual Membership Prices

Hillcrest offers KC Parks All Access memberships in youth, adult and senior categories.

Household Group Membership Discounts

The City’s Hillcrest listing also describes discounted household group memberships for adults and seniors.

• Adult household group: $30 for the initial membership, with $10 off each additional eligible household membership.
• Senior household group: $20 for the initial membership, with $10 off each additional eligible household membership.

Group discounts require the participating members to belong to the same household. Verify the exact calculation and applicable billing period at the front desk.

Which Pass Is Better for You?

A membership can be economical for regular attendance, but class enrollment, scheduled gym access and other restrictions still apply.

Basketball, Gymnasium & Recreation

Hillcrest’s gymnasium supports sports and organized recreation, with separate rental rates for athletic and non-athletic events.

Planning a Basketball Visit

1. Call Hillcrest at 816-513-8560.
2. Ask whether open basketball is scheduled for the date and time you want.
3. Confirm whether the session has an age requirement.
4. Ask whether the gym is reserved for an event or league.
5. Check whether your daily pass or membership includes the activity.
6. Bring appropriate indoor athletic shoes and clothing.
7. Check in with center staff upon arrival.

Other Recreation

The center promotes programs and activities for different age groups. Offerings may include seasonal recreation, fitness activities, community events and special-interest classes. For exact activity names, dates and eligibility, use the current KC Parks program schedule.

Programs, Events & Registration

Hillcrest hosts events and recreation opportunities for children, adults and seniors. Kansas City Parks posts current event notices and program schedules through the facility’s official page.

Upcoming Events

The official events listing includes seasonal community activities. Examples in the current calendar include senior-focused arts and social events. Event dates, attendance rules and prices should be checked individually rather than assumed from the regular building schedule.

How to Register for a Program

1. Open the official Hillcrest Community Center page.
2. Find the current schedule or upcoming events.
3. Select a class or program appropriate for the participant’s age.
4. Check its date, start time, fee and registration deadline.
5. Contact the center if the listing does not provide all details.
6. Register through the approved KC Parks procedure.
7. Complete any required payment and forms.
8. Keep your registration confirmation.

Important Registration Rules

KC Parks states that preregistration is required for Hillcrest classes and programs unless an activity explicitly says otherwise.

• Registration generally operates on a first-come, first-served basis.
• Payment must accompany registration when a fee applies.
• The published Hillcrest policy lists cash, checks and money orders as accepted registration payments.
• Its posted registration policy says credit cards are not accepted; confirm whether this has since changed.
• Programs may be canceled three working days ahead because of low or no enrollment.

Hillcrest Community Center Room Rentals

KC Parks lists three rentable community rooms: A, B and C. They can be booked individually or combined to accommodate larger gatherings.

Meeting Room Rates & Capacities

What Can the Rooms Be Used For?

Contact the center directly to verify room availability, the minimum booking period and applicable rental rules.

Gymnasium Rental Prices

Hillcrest’s gym can be rented for athletic events or certain approved non-athletic functions. The price depends on whether you need a half court or full court, the purpose of the rental and the time of day.

Prime time: The published Hillcrest schedule identifies 6 PM and later, plus weekends, as prime-time periods for athletic gym rentals.

Gym Capacity

Questions for Sports Organizers

• Is the gym available for the requested tournament or practice?
• Will half court or full court be sufficient?
• Does your event fall within prime-time pricing?
• Are spectators allowed, and how many?
• Are extra staff or insurance required?
• Are balls, scoreboard equipment or other supplies included?
• Can food or decorations be brought into the gym?
• How much setup and cleanup time is necessary?

Kitchen, Patio & Other Rental Add-Ons

The center also lists kitchen, patio and optional activity equipment charges.

Building an Event Budget

Start with the appropriate room or gym rate, then add any facilities or services you require.

For example, a three-hour rental of two combined rooms plus the kitchen would have a published base charge of $180: $150 for the rooms and $30 for the kitchen.

That figure does not include any required deposit, staffing, insurance, taxes or other event-specific costs.

How to Rent Hillcrest Community Center

KC Parks directs prospective renters to contact the center for availability and reservations.

1. Choose your event. Identify whether it is a private party, meeting, family gathering, basketball event or another approved activity.
2. Estimate guests. Compare your attendance with the 30-, 60-, 90-, 150- or 300-person published capacities.
3. Select the facility. Choose community rooms, gymnasium or another permitted rental area.
4. Prepare your date. Have preferred and alternative dates, plus arrival and departure times.
5. Call the center. Contact 816-513-8560 to check actual availability.
6. Confirm the rate. Ask about room price, prime-time pricing, after-hours charges and optional amenities.
7. Review the rental rules. Ask about approved activities, food, decorations, cleanup, payments and insurance.
8. Complete the application. Follow the official rental paperwork or reservation procedure provided by staff.
9. Pay as instructed. Confirm the payment deadline and any refundable deposit.
10. Receive confirmation. Do not treat the date as reserved until the center confirms the booking.

What About Online Reservations?

The official Hillcrest location page asks renters to contact staff directly for availability and reservations. A public online booking process for all Hillcrest spaces was not verified.

Cancellation & Refund Rules

The center’s facility-specific cancellation and deposit terms should be requested in writing. Do not assume that class cancellation rules are the same as private-event rental cancellation rules.

Planning a Birthday Party or Family Event

Hillcrest’s community-room configurations can accommodate small gatherings and larger family events.

Small Gathering: Up to 30 Guests

A single community room is the most compact published option. The listed rate is $45 per hour.

Medium Gathering: Up to 60 Guests

Two combined rooms offer more space, with a published price of $50 per hour.

Larger Gathering: Up to 90 Guests

All three community rooms can be combined for larger approved events. The published rate is $55 per hour.

Before Inviting Guests

• Confirm the room is appropriate for your event type.
• Ask whether tables and chairs are included.
• Check whether the kitchen is available and needed.
• Confirm the policy on outside catering.
• Ask whether decorations or amplified music are allowed.
• Determine whether time for setup and cleanup is charged.
• Check the payment, deposit and cancellation terms.
• Ask for event-specific parking instructions.

Nearby Jerry Darter Park

Hillcrest Community Center is associated with nearby Jerry Darter Park, an outdoor Kansas City Parks recreation area.

The park provides a useful option for visitors who want outdoor activity before or after indoor recreation.

Outdoor Amenities

• Playground space.
• Walking and exercise opportunities.
• Outdoor recreation areas.
• Landscaped public park setting.

The KC Parks trail listing describes the Jerry Darter Park Trail as a short paved route, approximately 0.26 mile long.

Free Warming & Cooling Center Access

Kansas City Parks identifies its participating community centers as places where members of the public can access indoor warming or cooling areas during extreme heat or cold.

At Hillcrest, the published citywide arrangement permits free use of designated lobby areas during regular center hours when warming or cooling assistance is activated.

For information about a current weather-related activation, contact KC Parks or the center.

Directions, Parking & Map

Use the full Hillcrest Road address for navigation. There are other Hillcrest Community Centers in North America, so including Kansas City, Missouri, helps prevent routing to the wrong facility.

Parking Information

Visitors can ask the front desk about parking arrangements, accessible spaces and any special event instructions. A reliable official parking-space count or parking charge was not established on the KC Parks facility page.

Before Driving

• Confirm your intended activity’s schedule.
• Enter 10401 Hillcrest Road, Kansas City, MO 64134.
• Allow extra time if attending a large tournament or event.
• Ask about accessible entry or parking if needed.
• Follow posted parking restrictions.
• For a rental, keep your organizer’s approved check-in instructions.

Hillcrest Kansas City vs. Other Hillcrest Centers

Visitors sometimes encounter similarly named centers in search results. Make sure the address matches the facility you intend to visit.

The facilities are managed by different governments or organizations. Their prices, programs, pools, rental policies and operating hours should not be combined.

Visitor Checklist

• Confirm the Kansas City, Missouri address.
• Check the appropriate day’s building hours.
• Verify that basketball or another activity is scheduled.
• Choose a $3–$5 day pass or compare monthly memberships.
• For classes, register before the published deadline.
• Ask the front desk about accepted payment methods.
• For events, compare room capacities and gym rates.
• Check prime-time, kitchen and after-hours charges.
• Obtain a written rental confirmation before inviting guests.
• Save the telephone number: 816-513-8560.

Frequently Asked Questions

Official Sources & Resources

This independent guide is not operated by Kansas City Parks & Recreation. Confirm current operating hours, admission rates, program registration, room availability and final rental charges with Hillcrest staff before visiting or making a payment.