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Plan Ahead
There’s no excuse for an empty itinerary in KC. | Photo by @kansascityinphotos
Take out your calendar, grab your day planner, or text all your friends — these are the top events we recommend heading to this month.
Festivals
KC Blues & Jazz Fest | Friday, Oct. 3 | 3:30 p.m. | Legends Field, KCK | $56+ | The beloved tradition has returned for a two-day musical celebration honoring the legendary Kansas City Sound.
Comedy
Kauffman Center Presents “Whose Live Anyway?” | Wednesday, Oct. 29 | 7:30 p.m. | Helzberg Hall | $68+ | Cast members Ryan Stiles, Greg Proops, Jeff B. Davis, and Joel Murray concoct hilarious improvised comedy and song based on audience suggestions — just like its iconic long-running TV counterpart.
Live performance
Kansas City Ballet Presents “Swan Lake” | Friday, Oct. 17-Sunday, Oct. 26 | Times vary | Helzberg Hall | $34+ | Perhaps the most beloved ballet of all time, Swan Lake returns to captivate audiences with its iconic struggle of good versus evil set to the most lavishly romantic music ever written.
Seasonal events
3rd Annual Westport Wine Walk | Saturday, Oct. 11 | 4-7 p.m. | Old Westport | $37 | Sip your way through twelve local haunts, including Char Bar, Holy Brunch, Laney’s Get Down, and Le Champion.
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All aboard. The Main Street Extension rolls out Friday, Oct. 24 with a ribbon-cutting at 10 a.m. at the Plaza Transit Center. The party continues at its new UMKC stop (5-9 p.m.) with bands, bites + vendors, then shifts Saturday to Murray Davis Park (12-9 p.m.) for family fun with Stone Lion Puppets and the Pythons drill team. (KSHB41)
Community
ShelterKC is sounding the alarm for one of its most-needed, least-donated items: new underwear. Donations can be dropped off at the Men’s Center (1520 Cherry St.) or shipped via its online portal to help KC’s unhoused neighbors.
Development
Major OP office campus Corporate Woods is set to become a mixed-use development, following the sale of 43-acres of undeveloped land. A new master plan is said to involve “new residential, retail, dining, civic, and recreational offerings, seamlessly integrated with the existing office spaces,” as well as a new vision for its extensive trail system. (KCBJ)
Sports
ICYMI, the Royals are officially out of playoff contention after the Cleveland Guardians clinched the final spot against the Tigers. Meanwhile, the Chiefs snapped their early losing streak, and off the field, Travis Kelce just dropped a pop-up collab with American Eagle. (Kansas CIty Star)
Crown Center brings bold flavors, family fun, and local shopping together in one spot. Discover KC-made products and giftable finds, explore creativity at the Hallmark Visitors Center, and fuel up at Unforked — where fresh, feel-good fare is always on the menu. It’s completely Kansas City, all in one place.*
Jobs
Whether you’re a small business looking to grow your team or a large company filling a key role, KCtoday Job Board can connect you with engaged, qualified locals who are ready to work. Post your open roles for free + watch the applications roll in.
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Discover your creative potential with Inward & Artward School of Creativity’s online classes this fall. Engage in courses like Creativity & Personal Mythology and Writers Accountability Groups to build resilience and sustain inspiration. Plus, apply for the 2026 hybrid Creative Facilitator Training for a unique learning journey. Enroll.*
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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.
As someone who lives near the new Main Street Extension, I’m more than “Ready to Ride” — even if it means feeling like a sardine while everyone flocks to try it out. You can bet I’ll also be snagging one of those sweet new KCAI student-designed posters to mark the occasion.
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