Comedy fans can buy festival passes or individual show tickets. | Courtesy of Fountain City Comedy Fest
The annual Fountain City Comedy Fest is now underway. With more than 20 shows and 50 comedians, there’s plenty to choose from over the next few days, including big acts like Eddie Pepitone, Jim Carrey lookalike Heather Shaw, and Chloe Radcliffe.
My first pick would be Jay Jurden, who I’ve been itching to see since my wife and her friends caught his set a few years ago. Tickets for his Saturday, Oct. 25 show at recordBar are still available for around $28 a pop, and will be the last laugh of the festival.
Saturday, Nov. 1 Lakecia Benjamin | 7:30pm-9:30pm | Folly Theater | $35+
See the five-time Grammy-nominated New York-based saxophonist, arranger, composer, and educator whose music offers a unique meld of R&B, several strains of jazz, and funk.*
It’s finally here. The much-anticipated opening of the KC Streetcar expansion kicks off tomorrow, Oct. 24. Find out how we’re celebrating. (Kansas City Star)
Ranked
Is anyone surprised that Overland Park was recently named one of the safest cities in America? Our neighbors came in at No. 2 on the WalletHub list — any guesses which New England metro topped the list?
Civic
No-excuse absentee voting is underway in KC’s upcoming special election. Find out all you need to know to vote early before Monday, Nov. 3 at 5 p.m. — or wait until Election Day on Nov. 4. (Fox 4)
Sports
The World Series starts tomorrow and... the Royals ain’t in it. Fear not, baseball fans — the KC Monarchs just announced the team’s 2026 schedule, and discounted season tickets are available now through Tuesday, Nov. 11.
Legacy
ICYMI, legendary Chiefs running back Warren McVea died at age 79. Known as “The Flea,” he was a core part of the team’s first Super Bowl victory. (Kansas City Star)
Feel Good
A $320 million “ultra-accessible” tourism district is scheduled to break ground in Olathe early next year. The project, which will include an amusement park, will be “fully accessible for people with disabilities.” Find out where and when it will open. (Johnson County Post)
Try This
Free kayaking? Check. Butterfly tracking? Check. Nature journaling under fall leaves? Check. Here are four surprising things the Missouri Department of Conservation offers (and everything you need to know to get in on the fun).*
Holiday
Celebrate Halloweek at Tin Roof, Monday, Oct. 27-Sunday, Nov. 2. Party all week long with DJs, live music, “Scareoke,” costume contests, a silent disco, food + drink specials, and (of course) Chiefs game day fun.*
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Eat
Whether it’s game day or Housewives night, having Q39 BBQ at your watch party makes any takedown that much sweeter. Order online and get it delivered so you don’t miss any of the drama.*
Family
Crown Center makes it easy to turn family time into fun time. Let kids get creative at Kaleidoscope, enjoy train-delivered meals at Fritz’s Railroad Restaurant, and prepare for the Crown Center Ice Terrace — skating returns November 7. Dine, shop, and play your way through a completely Kansas City day.*
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KC’s own Aaron Branch kicked off the Fountain City Comedy Fest last night, a moment that clearly meant a lot to him.
“The Jazz District has always been a huge part of Kansas City’s culture and of who I am,” he wrote on Instagram. “From school field trips, to my first internship, my first audition, and late nights at the Mutual Musicians Foundation. To return home and headline the Gem Theater is a full-circle moment, and I’m incredibly grateful to FCCF for making it happen.”
Now we’re in our feels. Scroll up for more info on the festival, or scroll down for more opportunities to cut up.
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Still looking for more comedy? Two upcoming shows at the Midland Theatre have all you need. First, Ben Schwartz (of Jean-Ralphio fame, among others) is here tomorrow, Oct. 24 at 8 p.m. A little further out, Hannah Berner — known for her best-selling book and Netflix comedy special “We Ride at Dawn” — takes the stage on Saturday, Dec. 6. Grab tickets now, as they may sell out.
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