KC’s red sea will soon flood the streets. | Photo by KCtoday
While the weather hasn’t got the memo, Kansas City’s favorite season is almost here. Hint, hint: it starts with an “f” and turns the metro all sorts of reds, yellows, and golds...
The Chiefs face the Chargers tonight at 7 p.m. in Brazil, and while we’re not in São Paulo, you can still soak up the winning spirit with fellow fans at these 15+ local sports bars.
Classics for a reason
Chappell’s Restaurant & Sports Museum | 323 Armour Rd., NKC | Sure, you could get carryout, but then you’d miss out on its world-famous collection of sports memorabilia.
Brews and such
iTap, 403 E. 18th St. | Take a page from the NFL’s playbook and go international with your draft picks.
403 Club | 614 Reynolds Ave., KCK | Perfect fall evenings call for 60 craft beers, an all-season patio, and pinball for when the game gets rough.
Large groups + watch parties
3 Trails Brewing | 111 N. Main St., Independence | The crew behind Brewer’s Corner + Kitchen brought their playbook to Independence Square with massive TVs, a swanky sitting room, and a stellar menu reminiscent of its Martini Corner origins (aka the spot that first earned our Editor Stamp of Approval).
Crossroads Beatbox Battle | Friday, Sept. 5-Sunday, Sept. 7 | 1:30 p.m. | recordBar | Pay at the door | This annual international competition is open to First Friday spectators taking in the sounds of its three battle categories: Solo, Tag-Team, and Loopstation.
Art Westport | Friday, Sept. 5-Sunday, Sept. 7 | Times vary | Multiple locations | Free | Discover one-of-a-kind paintings, sculptures, jewelry, ceramics, photography, and more as you wander Kansas City’s oldest local art show.
Saturday, Sept. 6
Puppy Yoga | 11 a.m.-12 p.m. | Turnsol Books | $34 | The benefits of this adorable mind/body workout are twofold: You get to unwind with a relaxing yoga sesh and the adoptable pups learn social skills while playing around.
West Bottoms Beer Fest | 2-6 p.m. | Hyvee Arena | $45+ | Get ready for a day of fun, food, and beer as you sample 100+ craft beers, ciders, seltzers and kombuchas from some of the best local and national drink makers — benefiting KC Urban Academy.
Dance in the Park | 5:30-9:30 p.m. | Roanoke Park | Free | Founded by Midtown neighbors 26 years ago, this professional-style dance concert showcases Kansas City’s rich talent and creativity alongside mini classes, kid-friendly activities, and yard games.
Sunday, Sept. 7
Sun Club Pilates | 9:30-10:30 a.m. | Blanc Champagne Bar | $31 | A high-energy, beat-based rooftop workout with optional brunch + bubbles afterward.
Jazz in the Roses | 5-7 p.m. | Loose Park | Free | Surrounded by thousands of blooming roses and the sounds of the Emily Dix Trio, relax into one of KC’s most charming late-summer traditions.
We never really moved on… and now it’s back: the Border Showdown. The century-old rivalry between KU and Mizzou returns to the gridiron tomorrow at 2:30 p.m. in Columbia (or catch it on ESPN2). Want to get ahead of the action? Check out the teams’ off-season stadium arms race: Who’s building the better sports palace? (KSHB41)
Ranked
Burns & McDonnell, The University of Kansas Health System, and Garmin — just three of the companies named among the best in Kansas and Missouri to work for in 2025, according to Forbes. Did your workplace make the cut? (Kansas City Star)
Eat
It’s not just Restaurant Row anymore — Lenexa City Center is adding three new eateries. Five Four (formerly 54th Street) lands next fall, while Stoney River Steakhouse and Urban Egg are set for late 2026/early 2027. Also on the menu: Long-awaited dinner service at Hemma Hemma begins later this month. (KCBJ)
Real Estate
Tomorrow night’s Powerball jackpot is up to an estimated $1.7 billion, the third-highest prize in the game’s history. If you manage to land the fortune, you could build your own mansion... like secretive software developer erecting a modern marvel on one the city’s wealthiest single boulevards. Just a suggestion. (Kansas City Star)
Opening
After closing during COVID, Clint’s Comedy Club is making a comeback in its original Rosana Square space. The laughs return starting Saturday, Sept. 20, with Fridays reserved for improv and up-and-comers, while Saturdays spotlight seasoned pros. (Johnson County Post)
Drink
Ever felt like one coffee just isn’t enough? Café Ollama is now offering 32 oz iced coffee buckets for $14.99 — pick any flavor, sip all day, and bring your bucket back for 10% off refills.
Shop
Score this cap sleeve tee for an effortless transition from summer to autumn wardrobing. It features a chic V-neck design and is available in 12+ colors. Bonus: It’s under $17.*
Post of the Day
Get busy living, or get busy diving into some KC ‘cue.
It’s the voice of God... ordering baked beans. While he was in town for his “Symphonic Blues” performances at the Kauffman Center, actor Morgan Freeman made a pitstop to dine with the pitmasters at Q39.
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My usual lunchtime walks have started to feel a little meh, but then I stumbled across the idea of color walks (like a Red Thursday Walk). It’s like a scavenger hunt of sorts, where you set out specifically to spot one color and see where it takes you. Maybe I’ll try black and gold tomorrow, in honor of my Mizzou Tigers hitting the field.
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