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Events/What's Happening
Spring Gardening Blooms in Kansas City!
News Summary Kansas City is gearing up for spring gardening with a Native Plant Sale hosted by the Missouri Department of Conservation. On April 19, the Anita B. Gorman Discovery...
Weekend Events in Kansas City: April 17-20, 2025
News Summary Kansas City is set to host a variety of family-friendly events from April 17th to April 20th, including Spring Fest, a dance theater performance, and BunnyPalooza. Enjoy live...
Kansas City Welcomes Casting Calls and Shark Tank Auditions
News Summary Kansas City is buzzing with casting calls for upcoming film projects and auditions for ABC’s ‘Shark Tank.’ Aspiring actors can explore multiple opportunities while entrepreneurs get a chance...
Severe Weather Alert for Kansas City This Easter Weekend
News Summary Kansas City is bracing for severe weather this Easter weekend, with a severe weather system bringing rain, storms, and potential flooding. While the week starts off sunny, conditions...
Betty Rae’s Ice Cream Opens New Location in Overland Park
News Summary Betty Rae’s Ice Cream is set to open its sixth location at 6936 West 135th St. in Overland Park on April 16, 2025. The grand opening will feature...
Kansas City Unveils the Roy Blunt Luminary Park
News Summary Kansas City has officially named its South Loop Project the Roy Blunt Luminary Park, honoring the former U.S. Senator. The park will transform Interstate 670 into a vibrant...
Volunteers Unite for Missouri River Cleanup in Sugar Creek
News Summary Over 200 volunteers came together in Sugar Creek for a cleanup event along the Missouri River, organized by Missouri River Relief. Participants tackled a ten-mile stretch of riverbank,...
Kansas City Takes Bold Action Against Antisemitism
News Summary Kansas City is launching a proactive initiative to combat antisemitism through thought-provoking billboards placed on major highways. The campaign by JewBelong aims to raise awareness and foster understanding...
Join the E-Waste Recycling Celebration in Kansas City this Earth Day!
News Summary Kansas City residents are invited to participate in a free E-Waste Recycling Event organized by KCTV5 and 1-800-GOT-JUNK? on April 22. The event encourages recycling old electronics in...
Community
Spring Gardening Blooms in Kansas City!
News Summary Kansas City is gearing up for spring gardening with a Native Plant Sale hosted by the Missouri Department of Conservation. On April 19, the Anita B. Gorman Discovery...
Weekend Events in Kansas City: April 17-20, 2025
News Summary Kansas City is set to host a variety of family-friendly events from April 17th to April 20th, including Spring Fest, a dance theater performance, and BunnyPalooza. Enjoy live...
Betty Rae’s Ice Cream Opens New Location in Overland Park
News Summary Betty Rae’s Ice Cream is set to open its sixth location at 6936 West 135th St. in Overland Park on April 16, 2025. The grand opening will feature...
Kansas City Unveils the Roy Blunt Luminary Park
News Summary Kansas City has officially named its South Loop Project the Roy Blunt Luminary Park, honoring the former U.S. Senator. The park will transform Interstate 670 into a vibrant...
Volunteers Unite for Missouri River Cleanup in Sugar Creek
News Summary Over 200 volunteers came together in Sugar Creek for a cleanup event along the Missouri River, organized by Missouri River Relief. Participants tackled a ten-mile stretch of riverbank,...
Kansas City Takes Bold Action Against Antisemitism
News Summary Kansas City is launching a proactive initiative to combat antisemitism through thought-provoking billboards placed on major highways. The campaign by JewBelong aims to raise awareness and foster understanding...
Join the E-Waste Recycling Celebration in Kansas City this Earth Day!
News Summary Kansas City residents are invited to participate in a free E-Waste Recycling Event organized by KCTV5 and 1-800-GOT-JUNK? on April 22. The event encourages recycling old electronics in...
Kansas City’s Record Store Day 2025 Scheduled for April 12
News Summary Music enthusiasts and vinyl collectors should save the date for Kansas City’s Record Store Day on April 12, 2025. This annual event celebrates independent record stores with exclusive...
Monument Planned in Kansas City to Honor Wyandot Women Warriors
News Summary Kansas City is set to unveil a monumental tribute honoring the Wyandot Women Warriors, particularly the Conley sisters, as part of a public art project named ‘Trespassers Beware!’....
Concerts
Weekend Fun Awaits in Kansas City: April 10-13
News Summary Kansas City is buzzing with excitement from April 10th to 13th, featuring a variety of events including concerts, theater performances, a spring market, and an Easter egg hunt....
Warehouse on Broadway to Transform Kansas City’s Music Scene
News Summary Kansas City is set to welcome a new music venue, the Warehouse on Broadway, located at 3951 Broadway. With a capacity of 650, it aims to enhance the...
Megan Mullally to Perform Live in Kansas City
News Summary Megan Mullally, acclaimed actress from ‘Will & Grace,’ will captivate Kansas City on April 13th at the Folly Theater. Accompanied by Seth Rudetsky, the event will feature music...
Jonas Brothers Kick Off 20th Anniversary Tour
News Summary The Jonas Brothers are celebrating their 20th anniversary with the highly-anticipated ‘JONAS20: Living the Dream’ tour, starting August 10, 2025. This tour will cover 43 cities across the...
Boulevardia Music Festival Celebrates 10th Anniversary
News Summary Kansas City’s beloved Boulevardia Music Festival is gearing up for a memorable 10th anniversary this summer. Scheduled for June 14, 2026, at Crown Center, the festival transforms into...
Cultural Excitement Awaits in Kansas City This Weekend
News Summary This weekend, Kansas City is alive with vibrant cultural events for all ages! From the stunning Orchid Delirium exhibit at Powell Gardens to the world premiere of ‘Cruzar...
Kansas City Welcomes a Musical March
News Summary As Kansas City transitions from February to March 2025, a vibrant schedule of live music events is set to captivate locals. Notable performances include bluegrass band Arkansauce, who...
Rock is Black Concert Celebrates Black Artists in Rock Music
News Summary The upcoming Rock is Black concert at Zhou B Art Center on February 28 will celebrate the significant contributions of Black artists in rock music. Local artist Malek...
Tate McRae Announces Concert in Kansas City
News Summary Tate McRae, the rising Canadian singer and dancer, will perform in Kansas City for the first time on October 28, 2025, as part of her ‘Miss Possessive Tour.’...
Festivals
Weekend Events in Kansas City: April 17-20, 2025
News Summary Kansas City is set to host a variety of family-friendly events from April 17th to April 20th, including Spring Fest, a dance theater performance, and BunnyPalooza. Enjoy live...
Kansas City Welcomes Casting Calls and Shark Tank Auditions
News Summary Kansas City is buzzing with casting calls for upcoming film projects and auditions for ABC’s ‘Shark Tank.’ Aspiring actors can explore multiple opportunities while entrepreneurs get a chance...
Kansas City’s Record Store Day 2025 Scheduled for April 12
News Summary Music enthusiasts and vinyl collectors should save the date for Kansas City’s Record Store Day on April 12, 2025. This annual event celebrates independent record stores with exclusive...
Weekend Fun Awaits in Kansas City: April 10-13
News Summary Kansas City is buzzing with excitement from April 10th to 13th, featuring a variety of events including concerts, theater performances, a spring market, and an Easter egg hunt....
Fun-Filled Weekend Events in Kansas City: April 4-6, 2025
News Summary Kansas City is gearing up for an exciting weekend from April 4 to 6, 2025, featuring a variety of activities suitable for all interests. Highlights include the return...
Gretchen Rubin Returns to Kansas City with New Book
News Summary Gretchen Rubin, best-selling author, is set to return to Kansas City on April 3, 2024, to promote her new book ‘Secrets of Adulthood.’ The event will be held...
Kansas City Welcomes Shark Tank Casting Call and Food Trucks
News Summary Kansas City is buzzing with excitement as ABC’s Shark Tank holds an open casting call on May 15. Entrepreneurs can pitch their ideas at Mazuma Credit Union. Meanwhile,...
Annual Bra Couture KC Event Returns to Kansas City
News Summary The Annual Bra Couture KC event is set to take place on Friday, May 2nd, 2025, at the Kansas City Convention Center. This important event aims to support...
Kansas City to Host Community Improvement Meetings
News Summary Kansas City is set to launch a series of town hall meetings this Saturday aimed at addressing crucial local issues including public safety, economic development, and support for...
Sports
Kansas City Unveils the Roy Blunt Luminary Park
News Summary Kansas City has officially named its South Loop Project the Roy Blunt Luminary Park, honoring the former U.S. Senator. The park will transform Interstate 670 into a vibrant...
Kansas City Royals Gear Up for Opening Day Promotions
News Summary The Kansas City Royals are set to launch their exciting 2025 season with a special promotion at Kauffman Stadium on April 5, 2025. The first 10,000 attendees will...
Fun-Filled Weekend Events in Kansas City: April 4-6, 2025
News Summary Kansas City is gearing up for an exciting weekend from April 4 to 6, 2025, featuring a variety of activities suitable for all interests. Highlights include the return...
Weekend Events in Kansas City: April 3–6
News Summary Kansas City has a vibrant lineup of events this weekend, from theater performances like ‘Back to the Future: The Musical’ to jazz concerts and cultural festivals. With family-friendly...
Events Happening in Kansas City This Weekend: March 28-30, 2025
News Summary From art exhibits to thrilling sports events, Kansas City offers an exciting weekend from March 28-30, 2025. Highlights include the Orchid Delirium exhibit, Kansas City FilmFest, Royals baseball...
Kansas City Royals Fine-Tune Roster Ahead of Season
News Summary As Opening Day approaches, the Kansas City Royals are making strategic roster adjustments. They have sent Nick Pratto and Nelson Velázquez to Triple-A Omaha while adding veteran Mark...
Weekend Events in Kansas City from March 20-23
News Summary This weekend in Kansas City offers a variety of events for art lovers, sports enthusiasts, and family fun. Enjoy an art workshop, a comedy book signing, an exciting...
Transformative Weekend Ahead in Kansas City
News Summary This weekend, Kansas City will be alive with vibrant celebrations and new dining experiences in celebration of St. Patrick’s Day and the Big 12 basketball tournament. Events include...
Kansas City Prepares for Streetcar Expansion
News Summary Kansas City is gearing up for an expansion of its streetcar service by March 8, 2025, enhancing public transportation just in time for major sports events. With four...
Holidays
Severe Weather Alert for Kansas City This Easter Weekend
News Summary Kansas City is bracing for severe weather this Easter weekend, with a severe weather system bringing rain, storms, and potential flooding. While the week starts off sunny, conditions...
Kansas City Invites Extras for Hallmark Movie
News Summary Wright/Laird Casting is seeking enthusiastic extras for the Hallmark film ‘Holiday Touchdown: A Chiefs Love Story’ in Kansas City. Filming takes place from July 6-27 at iconic locations,...
Kansas City Prepares for St. Patrick’s Day Parade 2025
News Summary Kansas City is gearing up for its annual St. Patrick’s Day Parade on March 17, 2025. With warm weather expected, the celebration will showcase the city’s Irish heritage...
Kansas City Gears Up for St. Patrick’s Day Parade with Safety in Mind
News Summary Kansas City is preparing for its annual St. Patrick’s Day parade on March 17, expecting up to 400,000 attendees. In light of last year’s tragic incident, the Kansas...
Kansas City Gears Up for Total Lunar Eclipse
News Summary Kansas City is preparing for its first total lunar eclipse in three years on March 14. Residents can expect a breathtaking spectacle as the moon transforms into a...
Kansas City Prepares for Hallmark Christmas Experience 2025
News Summary Kansas City is set to bring back the Hallmark Christmas Experience from November 28 to December 21, 2025. Following a successful inaugural event, organizers promise more festive activities...
Kansas City Hosts Its Own Mardi Gras Bash
News Summary Kansas City is gearing up for a fantastic Mardi Gras celebration on March 1 at Kansas City Live! The event will feature exciting activities, including a Krewes Contest,...
St. Patrick’s Day Celebrations Scheduled in Kansas City for 2025
News Summary Kansas City is gearing up for vibrant St. Patrick’s Day celebrations in 2025, featuring exciting parades and delicious Irish cuisine. The festivities kick off with the Martin City...
Creative Valentine’s Date Ideas in Kansas City
News Summary This Valentine’s Day, Kansas City offers a range of unique and exciting date ideas to help couples celebrate in style. From adventurous activities like rock climbing at RoKC...
Theater
Kansas City’s Record Store Day 2025 Scheduled for April 12
News Summary Music enthusiasts and vinyl collectors should save the date for Kansas City’s Record Store Day on April 12, 2025. This annual event celebrates independent record stores with exclusive...
Weekend Fun Awaits in Kansas City: April 10-13
News Summary Kansas City is buzzing with excitement from April 10th to 13th, featuring a variety of events including concerts, theater performances, a spring market, and an Easter egg hunt....
Casting Opportunities for Aspiring Actors in Kansas City
News Summary Kansas City is currently bustling with casting opportunities for aspiring actors, featuring roles in both local short films and nationwide projects. From male and female leads to production...
Carousel Musical to Debut in Kansas City 2025
News Summary Kansas City is gearing up for a magical experience as Music Theater Heritage announces the production of the classic musical Carousel from April 3 to April 27, 2025....
Fun-Filled Weekend Events in Kansas City: April 4-6, 2025
News Summary Kansas City is gearing up for an exciting weekend from April 4 to 6, 2025, featuring a variety of activities suitable for all interests. Highlights include the return...
Weekend Events in Kansas City: April 3–6
News Summary Kansas City has a vibrant lineup of events this weekend, from theater performances like ‘Back to the Future: The Musical’ to jazz concerts and cultural festivals. With family-friendly...
North Kansas City Trial: Media Access in Legal Proceedings
News Summary The upcoming trial of Joshua Rocha, accused of killing Officer Daniel Vasquez, raises critical questions about media access in high-profile courtroom cases. With jury selection scheduled for early...
Megan Mullally to Perform Live in Kansas City
News Summary Megan Mullally, acclaimed actress from ‘Will & Grace,’ will captivate Kansas City on April 13th at the Folly Theater. Accompanied by Seth Rudetsky, the event will feature music...
Fans Celebrate at Planet Comicon Kansas City
News Summary Planet Comicon Kansas City transformed the city into a vibrant hub for pop culture fans from March 21 to 23, 2025, drawing over 70,000 attendees. The event featured...
