The Buy team here. We’re always looking for the best deals — and July is proving to be one of the best months this year for major discounts. Take advantage of these Amazon Prime Day dealsstill on sale:
Editor Maddie here. While I may be a devoted bunny mom, I’m not immune to the irresistible charm of KC’s four-legged friends (dog person or not, I see you). If you’ve got a pooch you want to pamper, keep cool this weekend with Mixed Mutt & Co.’s Doggie Ice Cream Delivery Bags, available this Saturday, July 26. Just contact the shop for deets.
Still wagging for more? Mark your calendars for National Mutt Day on Wednesday, July 31 — the store’s biggest sale ever (up to 50% off), plus your chance to sign up for the Pawmazing Race.
Events
Events
Thursday, July 24
Studio Night: Memento Mori | 6-8 p.m. | Kemper Museum of Contemporary Art | Free, RSVP | Take turns as both the artist and the subject in this interactive session blending life drawing with still-life props, while instructors share live demos and insights on the museum’s collection.
Mumford & Sons | 7:30 p.m. | Azura Amphitheater, Bonner Springs, KS | $44+ | These foot-stomping ballads and crowd-chanting choruses are made for summer nights (especially for picnic blankets on the main stage lawn).
Friday, July 25
JAMBEEREE | 5-8 p.m. | Vine Street Brewing Co. | $10 | Pair jam-inspired appetizers with small-batch beers at this musical-meets-culinary mashup, then stick around for good vibes and live music on the patio.
Saturday, July 26
Brunch & Burn | 9-11 a.m. | Pinstripes, Overland Park, KS | $10+ | Join a Club Pilates session, then toast your effort with a complimentary mimosa. Want to go all in? Upgrade to a full brunch buffet.
Boozy Book Fest | 4-9 p.m. | Sheraton Kansas City Hotel at Crown Center | $15+, free admission after 7 p.m. | Remember the thrill of walking into a Scholastic Book Fair, clutching your wish list + allowance? Now imagine that, but with cocktails, spicy paperbacks, and your fave authors signing books in person.
Romantasy Ball | 8 p.m. | Fountain City Winery | $34 | Dust off your crown and channel your favorite #booktok fantasy world at this immersive bash featuring themed treats, pro photography, cosplayers, and plenty of dramatic vibes.
Sunday, July 27
The Great Car Show | 10 a.m. | National WWI Museum and Memorial | $55+ | Cruise into this massive car show featuring a full-throttle day of fun, food, and horsepower from sleek classics to turbo-charged supercars, all benefiting the Kansas City Automotive Museum.
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Slow your roll. Kansas City drivers can expect 120 more speed bumps across all six districts by year’s end, building on the 100 installed in 2024. Wondering if your street made the list? Check here.(KSHB-41)
Eat
Northlanders, get ready to dish: Off the Hook BBQ is now open with a limited menu ahead of its Tuesday, July 29 grand opening. Started by self-taught pitmaster Wardell Hooks Jr., the food truck-turned-catering standout is now a Gladstone brick-and-mortar. Sneak peek the menu.(Startland News)
Development
Children’s Mercy Park is expanding its playbook. Thanks to a new partnership with KC-based architecture giant Populous, a proposed project would renovate 11 acres of the stadium’s ticket entry areas and build a stage for live events — opening the field for small concerts, game-day festivities, and watch parties. (FOX4)
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Missing the “Prince of Darkness?” Ozzy Osbourne once filmed a Midwest escapade in Missouri for “Ozzy & Jack’s World Detour,” including a stop at Shatto Milk Company, where he milked cows and left with four gallons of ice cream. As one does.
Try This
Red Bull Dance Your Style returns this Saturday, July 26 at Made Mobb for the North U.S. Qualifier. Expect 16 top dancers, live DJs, custom streetwear merch, and food trucks — all free to attend.
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“Joearthur Gatestack” started as a tongue-in-cheek tee by JoCo math teacher Brendan Curran... until his childhood friend Jason Sudeikis wore it on “Ted Lasso.” With filming underway here in KC, snag yours before merch madness kicks in. Editor Maddie here. Curran was my Algebra 2 teacher — I may not remember the math, but I do remember his sick sneaker collection.(Kansas City Star)
Civic
Starting Wednesday, July 30, Kansas City’s new Animal Services Division will officially take over animal control duties. KC Pet Project will continue to run the Swope Park shelter. Residents can report concerns via 311 and, upon the changeover, the myKCMO site or the mobile app.
Answered
Only 12% of readers nailed this one: Kellerstrass Airfield — not Charles B. Wheeler Downtown Airport — was the metro’s first. Luckily, we just have the new-and-improved KCI to navigate nowadays.
Legacy
After the sudden passing of co-founder Jeff Evans, Mean Mule in the Crossroads has reopened. The team invites fans to toast Jeff’s legacy — you can find bottles in local stores or share memories with his family and crew. (Startland News)
Try This
Spend your summer nights under the stars at WeekEnder on Crown Center Square. Every Friday from July 11 to Aug. 1, enjoy live music, local food trucks, and a free outdoor movie. Festivities kick off at 6 p.m., with the movie beginning around 9 p.m. Learn more.*
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Lucky you. You just found KCtoday’s Plan Ahead, a list of some of the biggest events to plan for that are taking place throughout Kansas City each month.
Take out your calendar, grab your day planner, or text all your friends — these are the top events we recommend heading to this month. Psst: Don’t forget to bookmark this page and come back; we update our guide monthly.
A deluxe four-piece lunch set by BENTGO, currently 20% off on Nordstrom Rack. Your meal prep dreams are about to realized with these stackable, divided lunch containers, built-in matching utensils, and a water-resistant pouch that keeps food warm or cool for hours.
The fun doesn’t have to end here. After reading the newsletter, head over to our games page. Games refresh with new challenges every day at 6 a.m. from crossword puzzle to Sudoku to themed word search.
Another reason I love working from local coffee shops? The community bulletin boards. They’re basically real-life Pinterest — full of cool creatives and quirky finds. Here are a few of my latest faves: bi-monthly magazine Forum, the Pet “Manny,” and interior designer Studio Goldie.
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