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🗓️ Get your planner ready
The “Soccer Capital of America” is almost back in full force. | Photo by Mike Day
Take out your calendar, grab your day planner, or text all your friends — these are the top events we recommend heading to this month.
Sports
Kansas City Current vs. Portland Thorns FC | Saturday, March 15 | 11:45 a.m. | CPKC Stadium | $63+ | The KC Current return to CPKC Stadium for its second-ever home opener, and the energy will be tidal-wave strong.
Concerts + comedy
Martin Lawrence | Saturday, March 1 | 8 p.m. | T-Mobile Center | $40+ | Comedy legend Martin Lawrence headlines his first comedy tour since 2016, bringing a fresh one-hour set finding the funny in everything.
“Life Rule #10" Tour | Friday, March 28 | 7:30 p.m. | Cable Dahmer Arena, Independence | $36+ | The hit “Crime Junkie” podcast brings its gripping storytelling to a live audience for an unforgettable night and an even more unforgettable case.
Seasonal events
Mardi Pardi | Saturday, March 1 | 4 p.m. | KC Live! Block | Free | Get ready for a Bourbon Street-worthy bash with entertainment, music, and vibrant Mardi Gras traditions like a King Cake Eating Contest.
A BOLD FUSION: Jade Jaguar x Muni Takeover | 7 p.m. | Muni | $10 | This collaboration celebrates the artistry of craft cocktails, highlighting the vibrant essence of mezcal and tequila paired with the bold, aromatic notes of Thai sazón.
Tuesday, Feb. 25
Coffee with the Birds | 9:30-10:30 a.m. | Ernie Miller Nature Center, Olathe | Free | Sip coffee in the cozy Wildlife Viewing Room while chickadees, woodpeckers, and cardinals put on a feathery performance at the feeders. Binoculars optional.
Czech National Symphony | 7-9 p.m. | Helzberg Hall | $13+ | One of Europe’s top orchestras lands in KC for a stunning evening of soaring melodies, masterful technique, and maybe even a touch of Bohemian rhapsody.
Wednesday, Feb. 26
Just Between Friends | Wednesday, Feb. 26-Sunday, March 2 | 11:30 a.m.-8 p.m. | Overland Park Convention Center | $10 | This massive re-sale event is packed with 50-90% off gently-used baby and kid gear. Bonus: First-time parents, teachers, military families, and healthcare workers get early access and free admission.
Broadmoor Bistro Guest Chef Series | 6-8:30 p.m. | Broadmoor Bistro, Overland Park | $60 | Lake Quivira Country Club’s Chef Sheena Nicholls teams up with culinary students for a standout dinner featuring pork belly with ricotta dumplings and citrus tres leches.
Coquette Day Cookie Class | 6:30-8 p.m. | McLain’s Bakery | $65 | Let them eat cookies. Learn how to decorate a dozen chic, delicate, and downright Instagram-worthy treats with the pastry pros at one of KC’s favorite bakeries.
Thursday, Feb. 27
LIVE + LOCAL, KCUR’s Generation Listen | 6:30 p.m. | Kansas City PBS Living Room | $10+ | Fans of NPR’s Tiny Desk Concerts can listen to genre-blending pros Jamogi & the Jammers and silky R&B vocalist Jass as they vie for a spot on the viral series.
Friday, Feb. 28
Hannibal Buress | Friday, Feb. 28,-Sunday, March 2 | Times vary | The Comedy Club of Kansas City | $37+ | Stand-up, acting, rapping — Hannibal Buress does it all, and he’s bringing his dry wit and smooth delivery to KC.
Dreaming of another playoff run? Royals fans won’t miss a single pitch this season, with games airing on local TV, FanDuel Sports Network, and now Amazon Prime. Consider purchasing the add-on the next time you’re shopping for must-have essentials, like this playpus-shaped jar scraper. Okay, maybe “essential” is a strong word...(FOX4)
Mansion Monday
Skylights for days. A 7,604-sqft mansion in KC’s Sunset Hill neighborhood is on the market. In addition to its copious floor-to-ceiling windows, the 5-bedroom, 7-bathroom home also features a private courtyard and airy, open-concept floor plan to bask in all that natural light. Take a tour.
Announced
From the world’s longest mustache to the most drumbeats recorded in 60 seconds, Union Station’s latest exhibit “The Science of Guinness World Records“ is offering a peek behind the scenes of wacky, historic feats. Tickets for its Saturday, March 8 debut are available now.
Community
From neighborhood staples like Euston’s Hardware to trendy faves like charcuterie specialty shop Salumi Rose, score big discounts when you buy local during Waldo Week. The district-wide promotion runs now through Friday, Feb. 28, featuring deals like 10% off any wine + flowers combo at Bramble & Stem.
Opening
The city was basking in a high of 61° when news first broke of Power & Light’s major renovations last November. Now, as we de-thaw from winter with a partially sunny high of 61°, we’re feeling a bit full circle as the project’s first phase — the expansion + upgrade of Mosaic nightclub — reopens next Friday, March 7. (Kansas City Magazine)
Closing
After more than eight years, Weird Stuff Antiques is winding down its brick-and-mortar operation and transitioning to online-only. Treasure hunters can still dig through the West Bottoms vintage shop, next door to the soon-to-debut international lounge Laila, for “another five or six months,” according to its owner. (Kansas City Star)
Pets
The Pet Resource Center of Kansas City understands the bond between humans and pets — and works to support that connection through top-tier services including spay and neuter, vaccines, dental care, urgent care, and more. Book an appointment.*
Biz
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The Buy
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From dog-friendly spots to pet licensing, we’ve covered a lot of news regarding our four-legged friends over the years. One Lenexa resident’s quest for raccoon ownership permits (currently illegal statewide) is certainly a first. Though when you get past the trash eating, those bushy tails are pretty cute...
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