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🌈 Prepare for Pride

Prepare for Pride Month in Kansas City

Be proud of Kansas City. | Photo by City of Kansas City

Pride Month, dedicated to celebrating and commemorating the LGBTQ+ community every June, is right around the corner. Check out these different ways to get involved in Pride Month in KC.

OUT with the Current TailGAYte, Children’s Mercy Park | Saturday, June 3 | 5-7 p.m. | $10-$20 | Pregame the KC Current Pride Night match at this tailgate event.

KC Pride Fest, Frank A. Theis Park | Friday, June 9-Sunday, June 11 | Times vary | $5 per day | This weekend long celebration includes live music, family-friendly activities, and a parade.

Royals Pride Night, Kauffman Stadium | Friday, June 16 | 7:10 p.m. | $25+ | Purchase a theme night ticket to receive an exclusive KC Pride flag upon entry.

Pride Haven Pickleball, Chicken N Pickle, 1761 Burlington St., North Kansas City, MO | Saturday, June 17 | 9:30 a.m.-1 p.m. | $75 per player | Play pickleball to raise money for Pride Haven, an emergency overnight shelter for LGBTQ+ youth that are experiencing homelessness.

LGBTQ+ Film Festival, West Wyandotte Library, 1737 N. 82nd St., KCK | Saturday, June 17 | 11 a.m.-4:30 p.m. | Free | Watch screenings of “Moonlight,” “But I’m a Cheerleader,” and “The Birdcage” while enjoying snacks and refreshments.

Pride Bar Crawl, multiple locations | Saturday, June 17 | 4 p.m. | $15-$20 | Get complimentary drinks and free cover to the drag show while on this Pride-filled bar crawl.

Fountaint City Music Hall: Tribute to Queer Artists, Missie B’s, 805 W. 39th St., KCMO | Saturday, June 17 | 7-9 p.m. | $10 | Watch live singers perform your favorite songs from LGBTQ+ artists.

Pride On Vine 2023, 18th and Vine District | Saturday, June 24-Sunday, June 25 | Hours vary | $25-$50 | Experience live music, food vendors, drag shows, and a parade finale.

See LGBTQ+ resources

Events

Monday, May 29

Mazzy’s Darkwater Inn #4 | Monday, May 29 | 8-10:30 p.m. | The Ship, 1217 Union Ave., Kansas City, MO | $10 | Listen to this local artist’s live extended play of her new album “Rebecca & The Red Door.”

Tuesday, May 30

Aladdin | Tuesday, May 30-Sunday, June 4 | Times vary | Music Hall, 301 W. 13th St., Kansas City, MO | $35-$125 | Discover “A Whole New World” at this Broadway musical.

Wednesday, May 31

Big Naturals at Big Mood | Wednesday, May 31 | 7 p.m. | Big Mood Natural Wine Shop, 2020 Baltimore Ave., Kansas City, MO | Free entry | Enjoy a curated selection of unique comedians paired with Big Mood’s curated selection of unique natural wines.
Jam Night | Wednesday, May 31 | 8 p.m.-12 a.m. | Jerry’s Bait Shop, 13412 Santa Fe Trail Dr., Lenexa, KS | $0+ | Bring your whole band, go solo, or just sit back and listen to this open jam night.

Events calendar here

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Finance

Kim, Kylie, and Kris invest in this $1.7 trillion market, and now you can, too

Masterworks’ goal is to democratize art investing. | Photo by Masterworks

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News Notes

Civic

The City of KCMO is making pedestrian safety improvements to Grand Street as a part of the Vision Zero KC initiative. They are are installing “refuge islands,” which will help pedestrians cross the street safely.

Today Is

Memorial Day, honoring US military personnel who died in the line of duty. It is a federal holiday, meaning civic offices, most state offices, banks, and public libraries will be closed. Observe the day at Celebration at the Station.

Outdoor

Kansas City Parks and Recreation is bringing a new program to parks across the area. Pop-Up play is a self-led play time where children + parents can explore and interact with various equipment, activities, and games. You can participate every Wednesday through July 5.

Try This

World of Fun’s Oceans of Fun water park officially opened this weekend. This is the water park’s 41st season. It will be open daily through Monday, Sept. 4. See other places to swim in KC.

Trending

The buzziest deodorant in the beauty scene right now: Lume whole body deodorant. Yup, whole body. It’s aluminum and baking soda-free and offers odor protection for any and everywhere. Try it in Toasted Coconut or Fresh Alpine.*

The Wrap

Today’s edition by:
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From the editor

I recently tried The Fix for the first time — it’s a plant based spot in Union Hill. The spot blew my mind. I highly recommend trying the fried chicken sammie and fries.

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