Watch local and international films at Kansas City FilmFest | The 29th annual event is already underway at AMC Ward Parkway 14, but there’s still plenty of time to get in on the action. Look through the schedule of 100+ movies to pick a few that take your fancy.
Breaking down Kansas City’s $2.5 billion budget | KC keeps on growing. With the record-breaking budget set for the 2025-26 fiscal year, we took a look at where the money is going and how it will impact our city.
Museum of BBQ is cooking up in KC | It’s only fitting that the (unofficial) home of barbecue is getting the first museum dedicated to the cuisine. Get ready to learn more about all things grilled and smoked at the Crown Center.
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Which ingredient is NOT traditionally in a KC-style barbecue sauce?
Friday, March 28 Snoopy and the Red Baron | Friday, March 28-Sunday, March 30 | Times vary | Crown Center | Free | Don your leather flying cap, goggles, and scarf to experience the Kansas City debut of this traveling gallery exhibit detailing Snoopy’s most recognizable persona — plus see exclusive products from Hallmark’s archives.
Drink Your History: Classic American Cocktails | 5:30-7:30 p.m. | Alexander Majors House Museum | $30 | Step into the world of Jerry Thomas, the father of modern bartending, and sample drinks from the first-ever cocktail recipe book.
Saturday, March 29 Thrift Tours KC | 9 a.m.-3 p.m. | Thrift The Runway | $75 | Learn the secrets to finding hidden gems with a pro guide before hitting some new spots.
Romancing the Villain | Saturday, March 29-Sunday, March 30 | 11 a.m. | 1330 Baltimore Ave., Kansas City | $250+ | From meeting your favorite romantasy authors and shopping bookish treasures to dancing in stunning court-inspired ballrooms in the arms of your High Lord or with your Inner Circle, it’s going to be an ethereal night.
Harlem Globetrotters | 2 p.m. | T-Mobile Center | $40+ | The iconic Globetrotters bring their next-level hooping wizardry to KC for an afternoon of mind-blowing moves and family-friendly fun.
“The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time” | Saturday, March 29-Sunday, March 30 | Times vary | The Lewis & Shirley White Theatre at The J, Overland Park | $18+ | It’s the last weekend to see the Tony- and Olivier-winning play, which tells the endearing story of 15-year-old Christopher and his way of seeing the world.
“Swan Lake” | 7:30-9:30 p.m. | Music Hall Kansas City | $42+ | This full-scale production features Tchaikovsky’s legendary score alongside the world-renowned cast of The State Ballet Theatre of Ukraine.
Sunday, March 30 Sunday Funday: Bottomless Bubbles | 11 a.m.-3 p.m. | Parlor, KCMO | $30 | Treat yourself to bottomless mimosas, bloody marys and beermosas before taking the party upstairs to its covered + heated patio.
Free Live Music with Kari King | 3:30-5:30 p.m. | Shamrock Hills Vineyard and Winery, Excelsior Springs | Free | End the weekend with a glass of wine + live music with friends on a gorgeous deck, complete with all encompassing vistas of rolling hills, green hues, and lush blooms.
Want to learn something new... from the comfort of your own bed? Try visiting the Museum of All Things, a new virtual museum generated from Wikipedia with exhibits on millions of topics. When the scrolling gets old and you need some real-world interaction, head to Kansas City’s IRL museums.
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$17.89. That’s the average cost of a large cheese pizza in Kansas City based on a national pizza study conducted by Clever. Luckily, there are loads of KC pizzerias that are worth the dough, and our options go way beyond just cheese.
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Goodbye, Bistro Shrimp Pasta. If you’re headed to the Cheesecake Factory this weekend, be aware that the chain is removing 13 menu items (and adding 23 more). Maybe consider getting your shrimp at a local option. (USA Today)
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In case you missed it, the US ranked No. 24 on the 2025 World Happiness Report. According to the report, sharing meals can positively impact our happiness — “on par with the influence of income and unemployment.” Make it an extra happy meal by sharing it at a new restaurant.
Biz
Calling all business owners. For a limited time, we’re offering 15% off your first advertising purchase on our self-service ad portal. No long-term contract required — simply use the code NEW15 at checkout to redeem the discount.
Travel
The opposite of sticker shock? Going’s free travel membership, which alerts you when flights leaving your airport are 40-90% off. You’re welcome.*
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City Guide
City Guide
It’s the climb
The pups and kiddos love to splash around in the Blue River.
Photo by KCtoday
From quick and easy loops around town to drives that take you to fantastic lakes and limestone bluffs, our city has so many options to hit the trail. So lace up your hiking boots, because we’ve compiled a hiking guide for the KC area with 12 routes and trails to help you plan your next adventure and experiencebreathtaking views.
Blue River Parkway, Kansas City, MO
The Blue River Greenway Trail is a 5.5-mile paved pathway, and the dirt trail system explores 26 miles of rock features, native plant life, river access points, and ridges. Trail builders have recently connected this system with Swope — use a trail app to explore the Underworld path.
Shawnee Mission Park, Shawnee, KS
This 1,600-acre park has trails for every use. Pedestrian pathways connect to the 17-mile Mill Creek Streamway Park trail. Shared nature trails north of the lake offer varying difficulty levels. Hiking-specific trails to the south connect with the 44-acre dog park, which also has paved and dirt trails.
There’s something so comforting about the return of baseball season. For the next six months, there will almost always be a reason to shout at the TV. America’s favorite pastime.
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