Jet setting into the sunset. | Photo by City of Kansas City
Sometimes, you just need to get away — and that’s where we can help.
If you’re looking to escape Kansas City’s chilly winter weather (and didn’t already drop a few grand on a trip to The Big Easy), here are the best flights you can take in the coming months.
Martini Tuesdays | 2-7 p.m. | Restless Spirits | Menu price | Shake up your week and enjoy any martini on the menu for just $10, all day long.
Wild Africa: On the Brink | 7:30 p.m. | Helzberg Hall | $45+ | World-class filmmakers share jaw-dropping stories about their work documenting Africa’s wildlife, as well as their groundbreaking and sustainable partnerships with local communities.
Wednesday, Feb. 19
Brews & Bonsai | 6-8 p.m. | Transparent Brewing Co, Grandview | $75 | Get ready for an afternoon of beer drinking and branch bending at this casual class demonstrating the art of bonsai care.
Thursday, Feb. 20
UMKC STARR Women’s Hall of Fame | 4 p.m. | Kauffman Center | $108 | Watch as seven trailblazing Kansas Citians — including philanthropists, founders, and coaches — are inducted into this distinguished circle.
Sip & Savor Series | 6:30-8:30 p.m. | Nine Zero One Rooftop Bar & Lounge | $75 | This four-course dinner features dishes like bistro steak and churro cheesecake, expertly paired by Boulevard’s team with “beertails” + classic pours.
Parlor of Love | 7-11 p.m. | Parlor | $10+ | The Crossroads food hall transforms into a tunnel of love filled with fun cocktails, meal specials, and crafts like wine glass painting.
Friday, Feb. 21
Kansas City Golf Show | Friday, Feb. 21-Sunday, Feb. 23 | 11 a.m.-5 p.m. | Overland Park Convention Center | $17 | Bring a caddy to carry home big savings from 100+ exhibitors, including golf club manufacturers, private clubs, and destination resorts.
Laser Beatles | 6 p.m. | Union Station | $10 | From revolutionizing rock and roll to their psychedelic era, get ready to “Twist and Shout” as the Beatles’ most iconic hits light up like “Lucy in the Sky with Diamonds.”
Residents have until this Sunday, Feb. 23 to share feedback on South Loop Park’s final design. The renderings feature two different “superblocks” atop I-670, each boasting a small amphitheater, dog run, and food + beverage service buildings. (KCBJ)
Civic
Curious how funding cuts from the White House will affect Kansas City’s budget? Only a small percentage of the next fiscal year’s proposed $2.5 billion budget relies on federal grants, but the services it bolsters are important. Read the Beacon’s full breakdown and learn how to share your feedback with local leaders.
Trending
See inside the eclectic Midtown home of Good Weather owner and vintage collector Melanie Clouser. Inspired to update your interiors with a few antiques? Check out our second-hand guide and stay tuned for Good Weather’s relocation to Morningside Plaza next month. (Kansas City Magazine)
Community
Valentine’s Day marked the debut of new LGBTQ bar, Q Kansas City. Started in part by the founder of monthly pop-up Queer Bar Takeover, the Westport nightclub features a space for everyone — from the brightly lit dance floor to the intimate and sophisticated Q&A space upstairs. (Kansas City Star)
Try This
Brrrr-ing it on. The 2025 Kansas City Polar Plunge is happening this Saturday, Feb. 22 at Lake Olathe Swim Beach. Support Special Olympics Kansas by signing up to waddle your way into the frigid water or opt to stay (mostly) dry with the Polar Strut 5K.
Wellness
A chic, mid-century office building had been languishing in Prairie Village for years — now local investors are transforming it into CURATED., a top-notch wellness hub. Tenants in the health + beauty space, along with a micro-market and patio, are currently in the works. (Startland News)
Real Estate
Be among the first to experience the vibrant, modern living that’s redefining home in KC. Katz on Main is now welcoming its first residents with the completion of Phase One, including its stunning third-floor residences. Units start at $1,600 — take a look around.*
Number
20 grams. That’s how much protein is in two scoops of NativePath’s Grass-Fed Collagen Powder — blend it into coffee, smoothies, or even winter soups to boost beauty and health daily.*
The Buy
The Buy
This No. 1 best-selling exercise dress. Wear it for your afternoon walk, then add a cardigan for dinner and cocktails.
Do you remember your childhood dream job? If so, I need your help on a new story (no matter if the whole “astronaut” thing worked out or not). Share what you wanted to be when you “grew up” and I’ll share the stories of Kansas Citians with the real-life version of these careers, how they got there, and any open positions.
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