April 16, 2024

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⚾ The best seats at The K this season

Enjoy all the action and access to an all-inclusive food and beverage stand full of ballpark staples with the new Complete Seats. | Photo provided by the Kansas City Royals

Swing, batter batter, swing. The Kansas City Royals 2024 season is underway — and fans are in for a treat when they head to The K. We’re breaking down can’t-miss new features, ticket deals, social spaces, and more.

What’s new

Tavern Tables: A ballpark feast + first-base view

Located on the lower level, these tables are right in the heart of the action. Enjoy a custom specialty pizza, a bucket of four domestic beers of your choosing, and in-seat service provided by a Kauffman Stadium server.

Perfect for: Double daters or a bachelor party.

Lexus Complete Seats: All-in-one luxe

What do you get? It’s right there in the name. These seats include access to an all-inclusive food and beverage stand and a panoramic second-level view of the game.

Perfect for: The fan with a plan, fans without a plan, and ballers on a budget.

two fans in the Brew & View section at the K — Simply show up, grab an ice-cold beer, and enjoy the game from a standing drink rail or seat in the Brew & View social space.
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Photo provided by the Kansas City Royals

Brew & View: Sip on suds. Hang with your buds.

What’s better than beer and baseball? This option gets fans a ticket and a 24 oz. domestic canned beer. Enjoy a dedicated View Level seating section with general admission drink rails and stadium seats. Read: No assigned seats, no worries.

Perfect for: The social butterfly and beer + baseball enthusiasts

Save big

Sunday 4-pack: A perfect Sunday afternoon

With the Sunday 4-Pack, you’ll get four tickets, four hotdogs, four sodas, and a parking pass. Whether you’re a group or family of four, this is the deal for you.

Perfect for: Baseball for a crowd.

Value menu: The most bang for your buck

Catch your boys in blue and save big at the ballpark with this deal: ballpark favorites like beer, soda, hot dogs, pretzels, and popcorn — all for $5 or less.

Perfect for: The cost-conscious (or hungry) fan or families looking to save.

Bonus: Don’t forget to check out The K’s social spaces for a fun place to meet, greet, eat + drink.

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Asked

Which new space in the stadium are you most interested in?

A. Tavern Tables
B. Brew & View
C. Complete Seats

We're curious

Events

Tuesday, April 16

Fountain Day | Tuesday, April 16 | 9-11 a.m. | Zona Rosa, 8640 N. Dixson Ave., KCMO | Free | Enjoy coffee & breakfast burritos from the Bravo Italian Kitchen as the Central Park fountain comes to life.
Boulevard Music Bingo | Tuesday, April 16 | 6-8 p.m. | Boulevard Brewing Tours & Recreation Center, 2534 Madison Ave., KCMO | Head to the Tasting Room for bingo with rotating song categories and beers that take it to the bridge.

Wednesday, April 17

Historic Preservation & Climate Action in Kansas City | Wednesday, April 17 | 12-1 p.m. | Kansas City Public Library - Central Library, 14 W. 10th St., KCMO | Free | This talk will connect the city’s commitment to planning resilient communities with larger strategic initiatives both locally and nationwide.
Wheel of Fortune LIVE! | Wednesday, April 17 | 7:30 p.m. | Kauffman Center, KCMO | $45-$79 | One of the greatest game shows of all time takes the stage — you may even get picked to play.

Thursday, April 18

A Taste of the Village at Burlington Creek | Thursday, April 18 | 5-8 p.m. | 6050 NW 63rd Ter., KCMO | Free | Sample free food and beverages from businesses in the center + return your menu card for a chance to win $100.
Jimmy Carr | Thursday, April 18 | 6 p.m. | Arvest Bank Theatre at the Midland, 1228 Main St., KCMO | $45-$65 | Catch one of the biggest-selling comedy acts in the world on his “Terribly Funny” tour.

Events calendar here

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News Notes

Arts

Love is all around you, literally. The Parade of Hearts is rolling out its 100-piece collection across the city, and you can start your search with its new app. Unlock badges, discover artists’ inspo, and get GPS locations for every HeART display along the way. Check out Editor Maddie’s preview.

Biz

Four Kansas City small businesses just got a big boost thanks to KCMO’s latest grant program. The Next Paige, Patrice’s Culinary Collective, Bliss Books and Wine + Mattie’s Foods are inaugural recipients of the Micro-Business Grant Program, with awards totaling $55,000. (Startland News)

Opening

Something new is brewing ahead of the Panasonic expansion in De Soto. Based out of an old auto shop, Force of Nature Brewing (33015 W. 83rd St.) will be the town’s inaugural spot for local herb-infused sips come August. (Kansas City Star)

Sports

It’s been a great year for KC sports, and the best ever for the Mavericks. You can catch the team on their road to the Kelly Cup right here at Cable Dahmer, with games one and two of the Mountain Division Semifinals on home ice this week. Postseason tickets are available now.

Ranked

After beaking it out against 47 other birds around the globe, Kansas City Zoo + Aquarium’s king penguin Littlefoot is the March of the Penguin Madness’s runner-up “Peng-Win Champion.” Catch the hometown hero at his victory march on Saturday, April 20.

Feel Good

Saturday’s Sporting KC vs. Inter Miami match brought more than just record-breaking crowds to the metro. Argentinian soccer superstar Lionel Messi gifted jerseys, a flag, and a signed soccer ball to a few local longtime fans — the owners of KC Argentinian restaurant Los Hornos. (FOX4)

Finance

Dreaming of a “one-card wallet?” It’s time to wake up and get this card. Not only does it offer 0% intro APR well into 2025, but cardholders can also earn up to an industry-crushing 5% cash back, with no annual fee to boot.*

Home

Lower your energy bills before summer. Renewal by Andersen^® will replace old windows with beautiful, energy-efficient windows — get a free quote and shop a limited-time spring savings event.*

Plan Ahead

📆 Your May calendar is calling

Cue Glass Animals’ “Heat Waves.” | Photo by @em1.sam

The trees are green, the birds are chirping, and you can leave your car outside without coming back to what is, essentially, an oven on wheels. So before the encroaching heat changes your mind, here are a few May events to commit to on your calendar... buy a ticket and you’ll just have to go.

NASCAR Weekend | Saturday, May 4-Sunday, May 5 | Kansas Speedway, 400 Speedway Blvd., KCK | Shake and bake at this twice-a-year event for any local looking to live out their “Talledega Nights” dreams.

Disney100 | Friday, May 24 | Union Station, KCMO | This immersive exhibit celebrates the 100th anniversary of the Walt Disney Company and its Kansas City origins.

Festa Italiana | Friday, May 31-Sunday, June 2 | Zona Rosa, 8640 N. Dixson Ave., KCMO | This three-day experience offers everything Italian — from a wine tasting tent and chef demos to local music acts and an international motorsports show.

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The Buy

This sleek outdoor side table that doubles as a cooler, perfect for the warmer days ahead. Pop the top off to reveal ice and your refreshing beverage of choice.

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The Wrap

Today’s edition by:
Madison

From the editor

Remember when I asked what college teams our readers root for last week? Well, I can’t say I’m surprised by the results. Neck-and-neck are Mizzou and KU, with 34% and 33% respectively, and K-State following not too far behind at 20%.

It’s certainly not definitive, but it looks like the Tigers won this round by a hair. MIZ...

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