4 Kansas City Job Fairs & Hiring Events Coming Up in May–June 2026

Published May 20, 2026 | By Michael at LocalJobPage Team

🗓️ At a Glance

May 20, 2026: WEN KC Job Fair — free, in-person at Sheraton Kansas City Hotel at Crown Center
May 28, 2026: KANSASWORKS Virtual Statewide Job Fair — free, virtual (open to KC metro job seekers)
June 4, 2026: Job News Kansas City Job Fair, free, in-person at Marriott Kansas City Overland Park
June 17, 2026: State of Missouri Virtual Career Exploration Event, free, virtual

Four hiring events are spread across the next 30 days in the Kansas City metro, giving local job seekers multiple chances to meet employers face to face or connect with recruiters online. The lineup spans government careers, multi-industry walk-in fairs, and a state-run virtual format built for workers on any schedule. If you're ready to make a move this summer, now is the moment, browse open positions across the metro right now at Kansas City jobs on LocalJobPage.com.

WEN KC Job Fair, May 20, 2026

Today's event at the Sheraton Kansas City Hotel at Crown Center is one of the largest recurring multi-employer job fairs in the metro. The Women's Employment Network has hosted this event for more than 15 years, and the May edition routinely draws several hundred job seekers. The fair runs from 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. and is free and open to all genders. Confirmed participating employers for this cycle include nbkc Bank, OMB Bank, ReDiscover, Rose Brooks Center, the University of Kansas Health System, University of Kansas Medical Center, Mazuma Credit Union, TVH Parts, and the State of Missouri Department of Corrections, with the employer list updated weekly. Free parking for up to three hours is available at the venue.

Date: May 20, 2026, 1:00–4:00 p.m. Where: Sheraton Kansas City Hotel at Crown Center, 2345 McGee Street, Kansas City, MO 64108 Hosted by: Women's Employment Network (WEN) Admission: Free, open to all

Employers at this event are actively recruiting across healthcare roles and finance positions in the Kansas City market.

KANSASWORKS Virtual Statewide Job Fair, May 28, 2026

KANSASWORKS is running its monthly Virtual Statewide Job Fair on Thursday, May 28, from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. The format lets anyone in the Kansas City metro participate from any internet-connected device: job seekers can fill out applications, chat live, and interview virtually with employers throughout the session. The portal includes a jobseeker training video and a published list of participating employers. Registration is required, even for those who have participated before. Individuals with disabilities may request accommodations by contacting the nearest workforce center at (877) 509-6757 prior to the event.

Date: May 28, 2026, 8:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m. Where: Virtual (online) Hosted by: KANSASWORKS / Kansas Department of Commerce Admission: Free; registration required

The virtual format is especially practical for Kansas City metro workers pursuing manufacturing jobs or logistics careers without taking time off to attend an in-person fair.

Job News Kansas City Job Fair, June 4, 2026

Job News USA brings its multi-industry hiring event to the Marriott Kansas City Overland Park on Thursday, June 4, running from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. The fair typically draws around 30 exhibitors covering a broad range of industries, from entry-level openings to experienced management and professional roles. Past editions have seen on-the-spot interviews and same-day job offers extended to candidates. Pre-registration is encouraged: employers can access uploaded resumes ahead of the event, which increases your visibility before you walk through the door.

Date: June 4, 2026, 10:00 a.m.–2:00 p.m. Where: Marriott Kansas City Overland Park, 10800 Metcalf Ave, Overland Park, KS 66210 Hosted by: Job News USA Admission: Free

Employers at this Overland Park event are recruiting for management openings and skilled trades roles across the metro.

State of Missouri Virtual Career Exploration Event, June 17, 2026

The State of Missouri is hosting a virtual career exploration event on June 17, offering two session windows: 9:00–10:00 a.m. and 4:00–5:00 p.m. The format is designed for Kansas Citians who want to explore state agency careers, connect with recruiters from multiple Missouri departments, and learn about advancement tracks in public service. No advance registration is required to attend. Questions can be directed to HiringEvents@oa.mo.gov. The Missouri Department of Corrections, one of the state's largest employers, actively recruits at events like this one and employs roughly 11,000 people statewide in more than 200 job classifications.

Date: June 17, 2026, 9:00–10:00 a.m. and 4:00–5:00 p.m. Where: Virtual (online) Hosted by: State of Missouri / Office of Administration Admission: Free; no registration required

State of Missouri career tracks include corrections officer roles and a wide range of government jobs across the Kansas City region.

Year-Round Hiring Resources in Kansas City

Between events, the Kansas City metro has strong infrastructure for year-round job seekers. KANSASWORKS Workforce Centers in Kansas City, KS serve job seekers with no-cost career counseling, resume help, and access to training programs funded through federal workforce dollars, call (877) 509-6757 to connect with the nearest center. The Women's Employment Network runs free weekly webinars on job search strategy and hosts two major KC Job Fairs annually (the next is October 29, 2026 at the same Crown Center venue). The Missouri Job Center network serves the Missouri side of the metro with similar walk-in services for entry-level positions and career changers across all industries.

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With four events packed into a single 30-day stretch, the Kansas City metro's hiring calendar is as active as it's been all year. Attend what you can, register early for the virtual events, and keep your search moving between fairs with the full range of Kansas City jobs hiring now.