Color outside the lines this Labor Day weekend at KC Chalk & Walk (Saturday, Aug. 30-Sunday, Aug. 31), when City Market’s streets become a free living gallery.
More than 60 artists will cover the pavement with KC-themed murals, eye-tricking illusions, and a made-in-real-time sculpture by Mike Elder. Add live music, street performers, and a kid-friendly Creative Corridor, and you’ve got Kansas City’s most colorful block party — the perfect addition to your weekly farmers market run.
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Asked
Which of these have you noticed most in the past year?
A. 🏡 More homes being built or sold B. 💼 New jobs or companies moving in C. 🚙 Increased traffic or commute times D. 🛍️ More restaurants, stores, or services E. 💸 Rising rents or home prices F. Other
KCRC Brew Crew Group Runs | 6:30 p.m. | The Running Well Store | Free | Find your perfect run club fit with an all-paces-welcome, three-mile jaunt and top off your evening accomplishment with a friendly drink at Rockcreek Brewing Co.
Thursday, Aug. 28
AI and IPAs | 4:30-6:30 p.m. | DoubleTap KC | $30 | Hosted by the Center for Practical Bioethics, this event blends craft beer, a bite-sized talk on ethical AI, and immersive VR gameplay.
Mixology 101 Cocktail Class + Jazz | 6-7 p.m. | VOO Lounge | $40 | Head back to class and learn advanced techniques like milk punch clarification and spirit infusion.
Friday, Aug. 29
Charlie Parker Day Celebration | Times vary | Locations vary | Free | Celebrate this birthday bash with music at the “Bird Lives” sculpture, family storytelling, and a late-night saxophone summit in The Blue Room — plus you can hop a $10 shuttle to Parker’s gravesite.
Saturday, Aug. 30
Pottery Under the Stars | 6:30 p.m. | Arvin Gottlieb Planetarium, Union Station | $20 | Build a pinch pot with local ceramic artist and community educator Caroline, as you tour the sky in search of constellations that have inspired artists for thousands of years.
Sunday, Aug. 31
Natsu Matsuri | 4-9 p.m. | Merriam Marketplace, Merriam, KS | $5+ | This annual Japanese tradition returns to KC with a showcase of Japanese-owned businesses, artists, and organizations, as well as traditional games like water balloon fishing and goldfish scooping.
Athens for $679, Dublin for $532, and Turks and Caicos for $398 — these round-trip deals prove KCI is a budget-friendly launchpad, according to travel influencer Lesley Riley. Time to request PTO, pack your carry-on, and see which destinations you can score. (FOX4)
Open
Barnes & Noble has landed in south OP’s BluHawk development, neighbors with J.Crew Factory and AdventHealth Sports Park. Looking for your next read? Don’t forget KC’s 20+ indie bookstores while you browse the bestseller wall. (Johnson County Post)
Shop
Starting tomorrow, Aug. 28, Missouri will no longer tax diapers, certain feminine hygiene products, or incontinence supplies. Stock up for your family and consider grabbing a few extras to donate to local nonprofits’ wishlists, like HappyBottoms. (FOX4)
Eat
Pizza Tascio is expanding north, opening its seventh metro shop near Barry Road this November. Expect New York-style slices plus house-made gelato. Our order? You can never go wrong with the generously topped ricotta + hot honey “Red Tascio.” (Kansas City Star)
Biz
De Soto’s Panasonic EV battery plant is getting a mega neighbor: a planned $3.1 billion data center campus. It’s the latest in KC’s tech boom, joining Meta’s new center and the water-efficient Edged Data facility that opened in the Northland last year. (Johnson County Post)
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The Buy
Self-care isn’t all spa days and forest bathing — although we do love a nice hot stone massage. More often than not, it’s the simple things like prioritizing rest, practicing good hygiene, and practicing mindfulness. Elevate your self-care rituals with these five products:
“Your English teacher and your gym teacher are getting married.” That’s how Taylor Swift announced her engagement to Travis Kelce via Instagram. While we raise a glass to the happy couple, consider this Kansas City’s bid to host what will undoubtedly be the wedding of the century.
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.
Not to take away from this beautiful moment, but one of my favorite KCtoday stories came during the filming of “Holiday Touchdown: A Chiefs Love Story,” when we couldn’t resist recasting the Hallmark flick with our own Kansas City spin. From Jackie Nguyen as the leading lady to a Z-Man-fueled meet-cute at Joe’s BBQ, it was peak KC magic (if you ignore the haunting Photoshop).
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