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🍿 Pass the popcorn

Outdoor and drive-in movie theaters around Kansas City

Stop by the Swap & Shop every Saturday and Sunday at Boulevard Drive-In. | Photo by @goroe

Nothing screams “summer” like nighttime cinema under the stars, stretched out on a freshly cut lawn or kicking back in the bed of a truck.

Whether you’re looking for a romantic date night activity — like a scene out of your favorite rom-com — or just want to hang out with friends + fam, we’ve got you covered with 10 outdoor movie theaters.

🎬 Boulevard Drive-In

Location: 1051 Merriam Ln., Kansas City, KS
Open: Fridays + Saturdays
Cost: $15 per person
Additional features: Pull up at the world’s first 4K drive-in cinema experience, and watch from inside your vehicle using your car stereo for sound or bring a lawn chair. Bring cash only for tickets and snacks — children under 11 are free + dogs are welcome.

🎬 B&B Theatres Twin Drive-In

Location: 291 E. Kentucky Rd., Independence, MO
Open: Dates vary
Cost: $22 per car
Additional features: Experience double features with all showings starting at 9 p.m. Drive up in your car and tune in with FM radio to listen, plus grab a bag of popcorn at the concession stand.

Photo of crowd gathering for Summer Movies at North Lawn — Twinkle lights, food trucks, and community — all check.
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Photo via KES Studio

🎬 Summer Movies at North Park

Location: 8731 N. Stoddard Ave., KCMO
Open: Every third Saturday
Cost: Free
Additional features: Bring a blanket or lawn chair, and check the event page for additional deals at nearby businesses from 6 to 10 p.m.

🎬 Movies in the Park (Lenexa)

Location: Electric Park + Sar-Ko-Par Trails Park
Open: Select Fridays starting May 26
Cost: Free
Additional features: Bring your lawn chairs, blankets, family, and dogs to these showings (with free parking) that start at dusk — around 8:30 p.m.

Photo of people at Screenland's outdoor movie — This year’s sponsor is Cinder Block Brewing Co., so you know there will be good beer.
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Photo by Screenland Armour Theater

🎬 Screenland Armour Theater

Location: 408 Armour Rd., North Kansas City, MO
Open: Every Saturday starting on June 3
Cost: $5
Additional features: Bring your own chair to the back parking lot with movies starting at sundown and seating available 45 minutes prior. All well-behaved furry friends are welcome.

Five more movie series

Events

Friday, May 12

Kansas City Ballet Presents “Bliss Point” | Friday, May 12-Sunday, May 21 | Times vary | Kauffman Center | $34-$134 | Three contemporary dance pieces — “Sandpaper Ballet,” “Petite Mort,” and “Cacti” — each explore distinctive styles and messages.
Steel Magnolias | Friday, May 12-Sunday, May 21 | Times vary | Crown Center | $30-$35 | Enjoy a ladies’ night out or date night with this movie to stage adaptation of “Steel Magnolias.”

Saturday, May 13

Lenexa Art Fair | Saturday, May 13 | 10 a.m.-7 p.m. | Lenexa Civic Campus, 17101 W. 87th St. Pkwy., Lenexa, KS | Free | Browse regional artists and enjoy live music, wine + beer tasting, and activities for the kids.
Water Lantern Festival | Saturday, May 13 | 5:30-9:30 p.m. | Frank A. Theis Park, Oak St. and 47th St., Kansas City, MO | $27-$68 | Tickets include a lantern-making kit, commemorative swag, and access to food and entertainment.

Sunday, May 14

Art Garden KC | Sunday, May 14-Sunday, Oct. 29 | 11 a.m.-4 p.m. | Berkley Riverfront Park | Free | Shop handcrafted local works from KC makers every Sunday.
Mommy and Me Paint and Tea Party | Sunday, May 14 | 2-6 p.m. | ArtWerX Studio, 7022 N. Locust St., Gladstone, MO | $25 | Enjoy a queen and princess tea party, and later relax and unwind while bonding during the creative art of painting.

Monday, May 15

Kansas City Engaged Workshop: Social Media | Monday, May 15 | 9-11 a.m. | Strang Reserve, 8020 Marty St., Overland Park, KS | $50-$65 | This workshop is ready to help you deep dive into your social media game.
EYES OF FIRE // Folk Horror part II | Monday, May 15 | 5-7 p.m. | Stray Cat Film Center, 1662 Broadway Blvd., Kansas City, MO | $7 | Bring a friend to hide behind while watching this 1980s folk horror film.

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News Notes

Opening

The new Zambezi Zinger roller coaster at Worlds of Fun will officially open to the public on Friday, May 26. The thrill ride is a modern reinvention of an old coaster — with new features like a higher pinnacle and re-imagined storytelling.

Open

Chingu Coffee is officially in its soft launch now through Sunday, May 14, 7 a.m.-2 p.m. It’s a sister brand to Chingu (meaning “friend”), a Korean restaurant in Westport. Grab a cup from the West Plaza’s new pal — at 1201 W. 47th St., KCMO. (The Pitch)

Sports

Kansas City will host the Detroit Lions to kick off the 2023 NFL season. As an added gift, the Chiefs will celebrate Christmas at Arrowhead against the Raiders. See all of Kansas City’s home games, which go on sale today at 11 a.m. Jackson County taxpayer presale begins at 8 a.m.

National

Mr. President, meet the Kansas City Chiefs. The team is heading to the White House on Monday, June 5 to commemorate KC’s championship season + Super Bowl LVII victory. Maybe our nation’s leaders need a KC heart tee?

Drink

Outfield Beer Company — at 611 W. 2nd St., Bonner Springs, KS — is hosting a grand reopening party next Friday, May 19. The party is 4-7 p.m., celebrating new owners and some new brews. (Flatland)

Coming Soon

A baseball-themed catering company is winding up to open a brick-and-mortar deli this summer. The Dugout Deli & Catering — at 8100 Santa Fe Dr., Overland Park, KS — plans to serve sandwiches, soups, and salads by early June. (Kansas City Star)

Pets

KC Pet Project is one of 30 shelters across the nation chosen for a National Playgroup Rockstars Adoption event. On Saturday, May 13, 1-4 p.m., ~80 dog-social dogs will be fee-waived. The event is at KC Campus for Animal Care — at 7077 Elmwood Ave., KCMO.

Environment

Rain, rain, go away. Or at least, go into one of several green infrastructure storm water management sites located in KC. Find some of these sites on this map, and learn about how nature can strategically aid social needs.

Holiday

How to win Mother’s Day? Send the mother figure in your life iconic meals and desserts from across the country with Goldbelly. Think: Ina Garten’s coconut cake, a New York bagel brunch kit, and a chef’s steak dinner for four. Yup, it’s all on Goldbelly.*

Health

In recognition of National Nurses Week, we’d like to celebrate all the nurses who make a difference in the community every day. Hear from AdventHealth Kansas City nurses about why they love what they do — and learn how you can join their heroic team.^

Arts

🎨 Three River Market masterpieces

20 murals in downtown Kansas City

“Lewis & Clark Expedition 1804" was repainted in 2021. | Photo by KCtoday

We all know that KC has a vibrant art scene — and we’re not just talking about the Nelson-Atkins or the KC Art Institute. One of our all-time favorite galleries? Kansas City itself.

If you’re planning on visiting the River Market this weekend (87° and partly cloudy Saturday), check out these masterpieces while you’re there.

Lewis & Clark Expedition 1804, 115 W. 5th St., KCMO | By José Faus, Jesus Ortiz, and Alisha Gambino
Commissioned in 2004 as part of the bicentennial of the famous expedition, this mural depicts Sacagawea, who wasn’t actually with them until North Dakota.

Photo of BETTY RAE’S ICE CREAM mural — “Betty Rae’s Ice Cream” is as vibrant as the flavors inside.
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Photo by KCtoday

Betty Rae’s Ice Cream, 412 Delaware St., KCMO | By JT Daniels Art
JT’s style is always clear in his smiling faces and simple phrases, like “yep” and “sup.” We may be biased, but we think this mural is pretty sweet.

Photo of "I ❤️ RIVER MARKET" mural — “I ❤️ RIVER MARKET” was Dani’s biggest mural to date.
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Photo by KCtoday

I ❤️ RIVER MARKET, 200 Walnut St., KCMO | By Dani Roma
This mural is made to be interactive, which means people are encouraged to pose like they’re holding the coffee mug, eating the giant pizza, and playing with the corgi.

Make your River Market trip complete with our neighborhood guide.

More downtown murals

The Wrap

Today’s edition by:
Travis

From the editor

I’m on the hunt for businesses with long ties to the KC metro — think: companies that have blazed trails to shape what Kansas City is today. We’ve already written about H&R Block + Russell Stover. Who’s next? Email me with your ideas.

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