Culture

Entertainment

Immersive “movie theater” art experience moves into KCK’s Vacation Village

Atlas9 plans to attract locals and tourists alike for an otherworldly journey through its 48,000 sqft of themed rooms and corridors.

September 18, 2025 05:43 PM

Madison McMillen

Play

Restaurant Roundup: New and coming-soon restaurants in Kansas City

Dining in Kansas City is always a fresh experience with new restaurants popping up all the time — and more on the way.

September 18, 2025

Staff

Food

Dining outdoors in the Kansas City metro

Whether it’s an al fresco brunch on the patio or margaritas on the rooftop, these dining decks across the metro will get you drinking in sunshine.

September 16, 2025

Travis Meier

Plaza Art Fair areal shot looking down the plaza art fair at night. people walk about tents.

Events

Plaza Art Fair returns for its 94th year

Plaza Art Fair is a long-standing Kansas City tradition that takes place annually on the Country Club Plaza. Let’s dive into the details of this year’s event.

September 12, 2025

Bella Rainey

Get MO Wild attendees try their hand at archery and kayaking during last year's fall festival.

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a snapshot from the 2nd annual Heartland Book Festival

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Have the best bookish time at the 3rd annual Heartland Book Festival

Calling all literary enthusiasts: Mark your calendars for this can’t-miss festival.

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🍂 Fall into fun at the Overland Park Fall Festival

Celebrate the season with music, food trucks, an artisan fair, and activities for the whole family.

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History

August in the Archives

Step into the Augusts of Kansas City’s past with archived photos from the 1920s to the 1960s.

August 28, 2025

Madison McMillen

Events

Plan Ahead: Don’t miss these events happening in Kansas City

Bookmark this guide for a curated list of events taking place each month that we’re most looking forward to.

August 28, 2025

Madison McMillen

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As seen from above, eight people swim in a pool on a sunny day.

Culture

Rent a private pool in the Kansas City metro

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Play

Happy trails: Our guide to hiking around Kansas City

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Ask KCtoday: 25 questions for 2025

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History

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Live

Our picks for the best brunch restaurants in Kansas City

Kansas City restaurants, cafes, and diners serving up all the eggs, pancakes, mimosas, and other brunch favorites you want to eat.

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Get familiar with Kansas City’s unwritten rules

Tell us you’re from KC without telling us you’re from KC.

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Food

KC coffee shops as zodiac signs

Find your next coffee stop using the stars.

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Arts

KC Irish Fest: Inside the music and dance with Annie Stark

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City

BBBSKC’s Turn the Corner campaign in Kansas City

August 31, 2022

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Culture

Friends of Chamber Music returns for its 47th season

August 31, 2022

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