The Top 5 Downtown Lee’s Summit Resources You Should Know About

If you’ve wandered downtown Lee’s Summit, you know how charming it already is. But this week brings something brand-new and truly exciting to our streets. Whether you're a local in search of fresh community spots or a business owner scouting event venues, here are five can’t-miss highlights right here in our backyard.

1. Green Street Market & Community Hub – Opening This Week!

This week marks the grand opening of Green Street, downtown Lee’s Summit’s newest community gathering space. Located at 209 SE Green Street, this public-private mixed-use development spans 2.76 acres and is designed to enhance walkability, showcase public art, and bring the community together year-round.

Here’s what’s coming:

• A 17,140-square-foot indoor Farmers Market with retractable walls for year-round local produce and artisan goods.
  
  
• Open-air performance areas for concerts, pop-up events, and gatherings.
  
  
• A family-friendly playground.
  
  
• Beautiful public art, inviting plazas, and a covered pavilion.
  
  

Grand opening weekend schedule:

• Friday, August 15, 2025 (Block Party Night):  Ribbon-cutting, live music, food trucks, and a community celebration.
  
  
• Saturday, August 16, 2025 (Family Fun Day): First official Farmers Market inside Green Street, street performers, and kids’ activities.
  
  
• Sunday, August 17, 2025 (Wellness Day): Healthy vendors and a relaxed, community-focused wrap-up.

We’re not the only ones excited—our friends at Link 2 Lee’s Summit have shared great coverage of the opening. See their stories here   to get more local insight.

Green Street isn’t just a development; it’s the next chapter of downtown Lee’s Summit—one where community, culture, and commerce meet.

2. Bridge Space – Lee’s Summit’s Coworking & Event Spot

Just up the railroad tracks from Green Street at 210 SW Market Street, Bridge Space is downtown Lee’s Summit’s first coworking hub and entrepreneurial incubator. Think of it as a place where work meets community.

• Private offices, flexible coworking space, conference rooms, and a versatile event venue for everything from corporate seminars to grad parties and baby showers.
  
  
• 24/7 access, free coffee, discounted meeting space rentals, printing, and a collaborative atmosphere.
  
  
• A polished, professional environment perfect for productivity and connection.
  
  

3. Downtown Farmers Market – A Beloved Tradition, Now Inside Green Street

The Downtown Lee’s Summit Farmers Market has been a weekend tradition for decades, (1991 In fact!) offering fresh produce, baked goods, and handcrafted items. Until now, it took place in the parking lot near Elevate 114 and Lee’s Summit Elementary—a great spot, but very weather-dependent.

With Green Street’s opening, the Farmers Market will now have a permanent, climate-controlled home inside the new pavilion. You’ll still find the same fresh and local favorites—now with more comfort and accessibility year-round.

4. Downtown Lee’s Summit Main Street, Inc. – The Heartbeat of Our City

While Green Street and the Farmers Market add new excitement, it’s Downtown Lee’s Summit Main Street, Inc. that keeps our district thriving.

They’re behind some of the city’s biggest events:

• Downtown Days – Summer festival with live music, food, rides, and vendors.

• 4th Fridays Art Walk - Showcases from local artists and live music performances.
  
  

Their work ensures downtown stays lively and welcoming all year long.

5. Business & Community Resources – Supporting Growth and Connection

Downtown Lee’s Summit also offers resources that support growth and connection:

• Lee’s Summit Chamber of Commerce – Who puts on the annual Oktoberfest event.  Networking, advocacy, and professional development.
  
  
• City Cultural Arts Division – Public art, performances, and creative programming.
  
  
• Local service organizations like Rotary Club that give back through scholarships and community projects.
  
  

Why These Five Resources Shine

• Green Street Market: Year-round community space, events, and shopping.
  
  
• Bridge Space: Flexible coworking and event solutions.
  
  
• Farmers Market: A tradition upgraded with a permanent home.
  
  
• Main Street, Inc.: The creative engine behind downtown’s biggest events.
  
  
• Local organizations: Support for businesses and community growth.
  
  

Downtown’s Next Chapter

The opening of Green Street marks a new chapter for downtown Lee’s Summit—blending tradition with innovation. From lively markets to professional coworking spaces, downtown is ready for work, play, and celebration like never before.

Now’s the perfect time to explore everything it has to offer.

Want an event space that’s just as vibrant? Check out  Bridge Space’s rentals here

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