20 holiday pop-up bars in 2024 | Walking in a winter wonderland is all fine and dandy, but we’d rather be sipping in one instead. Here are 20 local pop-up bars that will help you sleigh the end of the year.
Fresh looks for OP Farmers Market | The award-winning market is holding its final event underneath the outdoor pavilion this Saturday, Dec. 7, before construction kicks off on a $34 million renovation project later this month.
Winter events + activities in KC | Get your fuzzy socks and hot cocoa ready, Kansas City. From light displays to holiday parties and seasonal festivals, winter is where KC thrives.
Asked
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Which local spot do you think should have its own historical marker?
Learn a bit more about each location, then cast your vote. A. Heart Forest B. Starlight Theater C. Rice-Tremonti Farm Home D. Western Auto Lofts
Mecum High Performance Auction | Friday, Dec. 6-Saturday, Dec. 7 | 8 a.m.-7 p.m. | Kansas City Convention Center | $30+ | Whether you’re just looking or looking to buy, check out ~700 classic and collector vehicles hitting the auction block.
KCAI End of Semester Exhibition & Sale | Friday, Dec. 6-Sunday, Dec. 8 | Times vary | Kansas City Art Institute | Cost of purchase | From photography and graphic design to ceramics and sculpture, each studio will showcase its best work and give the proceeds directly back to its students.
Sar-Ko Aglow Lighting Ceremony | 6 p.m. | Sar Ko Par Trails Park, Lenexa | Free | Kick off your holiday festivities by meeting up with friends and neighbors for the city’s annual holiday lighting tradition.
Saturday, Dec. 7
Treats Unleashed Grand Opening | Saturday, Dec. 7-Sunday, Dec. 8 | Times vary | Treats Unleashed, Merriam | Free | Enjoy human refreshments and deals on your fave pet brands while your four-legged friend sits for a caricaturist — plus, the first 25 shoppers score exclusive freebies.
Saint Nicholas Day Celebration | 12 p.m. | Kansas City Bier Company | Free | This all-day cultural celebration features a special bier release, s’mores bar, holiday movies, St. Nick/Krampus appearances + traditional bierstacheln.
Chorus Girl Workshop | 2:30-4 p.m. | Crown Center | $5+ | Join the Kansas City Canaries by delving into the remarkable blues and shake dancing stylings of Sandra Gibson, also known as Mildred Pollard.
Oh Hey, Agave! | 4:30-10 p.m. | Hotel No Vacancy | $20+ | Your ticket includes an Agave spirit tasting, custom Glencairn glass, small bites from Yoli Tortilleria, dessert + coffee from Café Corazón, a takeaway gift bag, and raffle ticket.
Sunday, Dec. 8
Holiday Sip & Shop | 12:20-3:30 p.m. | Boulevard Brewing Tours & Recreation Center | Free | With unique local vendors, Honky Tonk holiday tunes from True Lions, and festive drinks + treats, you’ll leave in good spirits with great gifts (which might also be spirits).
Monday, Dec. 9
Joyce DiDonato with Kings Return | 7-9 p.m. | Helzberg Hall, Kauffman Center | $12+ | Experience the magic of the multi-Grammy Award-winning mezzo-soprano as she joins forces with Kings Return for a delightful blend of timeless classics + modern faves.
Tuesday, Dec. 10
A Charlie Brown Christmas | 7 p.m. | Helzberg Hall | $14+ | Unlock your memories of the Peanuts gang listening to classic tunes from the beloved TV specials, played live by the KC Jazz Orchestra.
Oxford University Press announced its pick for Word of the Year — “brain rot.” Other finalists included “lore,” “dynamic pricing,” and “slop.” Counter the brain rot by touching grass at a local park or heading to one of these 10+ museums in Kansas City. (Time Magazine)
Travel
Southwest fliers should get their ginger ale while they can. This week the airline began to end its cabin service earlier — at an altitude of 18,000 ft — to reduce injuries. It’s all good — there are plenty of food and drink options at KCI before you board. (Fast Company)
Feel Good
Kansas Citians have more fun. We ranked No. 50 in WalletHub’s list of “Most Fun Cities in America” based on metrics like movie cost and the hours our breweries are open. Find more ways to play around town.
Eat
We all know that KC’s signature dish is barbecue. But did you know our neighbors over in Weston are known for Woolly Rind cheese? Explore more local dishes around the world with the Taste Atlas.
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❄️ Weather trends you need to snow
The NOAA predicts equal chances for a warm/cool/average KC winter. | Graphic by NOAA
We know the question on your mind — when’s it going to get cold again?
Thanks to the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration’s Climate Prediction Center, we know what temperatures and precipitation trends to expect in our city for December, January, and February.
While exact weather conditions typically can’t be predicted more than a week in advance, here’s a seasonal outlook to help you prepare for what winter will bring.
Reminder: The first day of winter is on Saturday, Dec. 21.
Temperature
Prepare for it all. In true Midwestern fashion, KC is predicted to have equal chances of warmer, cooler, or completely normal winter temps.
Precipitation
Expect the unexpected. KC is also predicted to have equal chances of above + below average snow and rainfall amounts this winter — so maybe click save for later in the Amazon cart for the professional snowblower you’ve been eyeing.
Drought
Drought conditions are expected to improve and lift this season.
The AirFly Pro — it’s a nifty gadget that will wirelessly transmit audio from in-flight entertainment to Bluetooth headphones so you can ditch those pesky wired earbuds.
Mocha mousse. That’s Pantone’s 2025 Color of the Year, which was selected through global research and analysis to reflect “our desire for comfort” and “the indulgence of simple pleasures.” We know some pretty good spots to sip.... I mean “spot” the color around KC.
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