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Mulligan’s Country Club debuts | The “Caddyshack"-meets-classic clothing brand is opening a Westwood storefront just blocks from one of the metro’s most historic courses.
Don’t miss these March events | Take out your calendar, grab your day planner, or text all your friends — these are the top events we recommend heading to this month.
Events
Events
Friday, Feb. 28
10th Annual Waldo Week | 5 p.m. | Multiple locations | Price of purchase | From neighborhood staples like Euston’s Hardware to trendy faves like charcuterie specialty shop Salumi Rose, its the final day to score big discounts when you buy local.
“Little Women” the Musical | Friday, Feb. 28-Sunday, March 2 | Times vary | Crown Center | $55+ | Experience the heart and resilience of the March sisters in this timeless musical adaptation of Louisa May Alcott’s beloved novel.
Stamp Carving Workshop | 6-8 p.m. | Cherry Pit Collective | $60 | Learn how to carve and create your own rubber stamps — just bring your ideas, and all supplies will be provided.
Saturday, March 1
Monstera’s Books Anniversary Celebration | 10 a.m.-4 p.m. | Monstera’s Books, Overland Park | Price of purchase | Bookworms can celebrate with 15% off everything, 25% off staff picks, and bring the family along for face painting and Kona Ice.
Monor Records Reopening | 11 a.m.-6 p.m. | 5540 Troost Ave. | Price of purchase | Dig through fresh new + used vinyl, snag some limited edition merch, and check out the revamped music lesson rooms at the non-profit record label’s brick-and-mortar reopening.
Mardi Pardi | 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.
Stanislav & Friends | 7 p.m. | Kauffman Center | $5+ | Immerse yourself in an evening of passion as Park ICM alumni, faculty, students, and friends showcase the rich tapestry of Spanish melodies and rhythms.
Sunday, March 2
Native American Cultural Festival | 10 a.m.-4 p.m. | The Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art | Free, RSVP | Step into a celebration of Indigenous heritage with live demonstrations, hands-on artmaking, and immersive gallery experiences.
Brews & Bonsai | 2-4 p.m. | The Border Brewing Company | $75 | Get ready for an afternoon of beer drinking and branch bending at this casual class demonstrating the art of bonsai care.
Monday, March 3
Monday Night Jam Session | 7-10:30 p.m. | Blue Room | Free | Millie Edwards honors the late Julie Turner with a special set before the stage opens for musicians ready to jam.
The start of Ramadan depends on the sighting of the new moon. Mark your calendar for daily community Iftars starting Sunday, March 2, hosted by the Dialogue Institute of Kansas City. Reserve your spot.
Sports
Robot umpires are in training. The MLB is testing an automated ball-strike challenge system in about 60% of spring training games, including the Royals’ Cactus League debut today. Don’t get too excited — none of these robo-umps will be in use for the 2025 regular season. (Kansas City Star)
Festival
Tickets to the second Fyre Festival, “Fyre 2,” went on sale earlier this week. According to the website, a $1,400+ ticket will get you access to a currently unannounced lineup of musical artists + activities like extreme sports and wellness events — or, you could play it safe and just grab tickets to Boulevardia.
Closing
In case you missed it, Joann Fabrics is closing all of its stores — including its five Kansas City locations. After shopping the Joann discounts, you can find us hitting up local fabric stores like KC Maker Studio and Fabrics. (Fast Company)
City Guide
City Guide
🥞Who’s hungry? (It’s us.)
A Parisian cafe in the Paris of the Plains. | Photo by French Market
Brunchin’ ain’t always easy but it is necessary. With help from our readers, we’ve compiled a whole brunch of options, along with menu recs, pro tips, and an interactive map to track ‘em. Plan your weekend and pour those mimosas.
Weekday wonders
Holy Brunch | Tuesday-Sunday, times vary | If the name didn’t already give it away, this eccentric eatery serves everything from Fruity Pebbles-smothered French toast to chicken Philly cheesesteaks.
The Farmhouse | Wednesday-Sunday, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. | Prefer savory over sweet? This River Market spot boasts a meat-heavy menu, with locally sourced options like a Cowboy Butter KC Strip served with roasted jalapeno chimichurri.
Weekend musts
Happy Gillis | Thursday-Monday, times vary | “They have a special for the day that I love to explore, but my favorite go-to order is the biscuits and gravy. They make a sausage gravy and a mushroom gravy. My Secret? Order BOTH on your biscuits!” — Reader submission
Bo Lings, Plaza + Metcalf locations | Weekends, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. | “Their dim sum dishes on Saturday and Sunday are a welcome change from the standard brunch fare. My favorites are the tofu skin rolls and the shrimp & corn dumplings.” — Reader submission
An at-home golf simulator. Get back in the game before golf season starts with $100 off a Phigolf Home Golf Game Simulator, which comes with a sensor that can fit into your own clubs and 38,000+ GPS-mapped golf courses to play. Fun fact: It was successfully funded on Kickstarter.
While doing a little research for our jobs board, I found perhaps my favorite listings ever: professional mascots wanted. If the excitement of gameday gets you grooving, consider getting paid to attend Monarchs or Mavericks games as their official life-size bobblehead. You might even end up a Mascot Hall-of-Famer like Kansas City’s own K.C. Wolf + Slugger.
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