Hey smooth operators, 816 culture calling...don’t miss out on Kansas City’s own official holiday. Celebrated on Aug. 16, 816 Day pays homage to the city’s area code — featuring live entertainment, branded events, and special deals — all geared toward community pride.
Scavenger Hunt Bingo
Get in the spirit before the big day with its newest tradition: scavenger hunt bingo. Print off your sheet and earn stickers as you explore every corner of the downtown loop + KC Streetcar route. Score a bingo, blackout, or round robin? Prizes will be raffled off following the celebration’s end on Saturday, Sept. 13.
KC Live! + Art in the Loop
Kick-off the party at 11 a.m. on Saturday, Aug. 16 with KC Live! Block’s all-day show featuring local talent through a DJ-led brunch sesh, Street Style Academy Dance Battle, food truck alley, and more.
Then hop on the KC Streetcar and ride your way to City Market for Art in Loop’s performance showcase — featuring Myself Embodied, True Lions, and Jass — from 6 to 8 p.m.
Drink and dine specials
If Kansas City’s small business scene is your favorite part — there’s something for you too. Check out these 816 deals from local distilleries, restaurants + stores:
- Zona Rosa | Alongside its activity and live music line-up, the Northland shopping center boasts discounts from multiple tenants like 8.16% off at Mochinut and Annie Austen.
- rOOTS KC | Take home a free mystery plant with any $10+ purchase before 2 p.m.
- J. Rieger & Co. | Come for the $8.16 drink specials, and stay for activities like it’s morning run club, Cherry Pit Collective makers market, CityDog crafts, stick and poke tattoos — and of course, whiskey tastings and custom engravings.
