The Great Lenexa BBQ Battle started in 1982 with 12 contestants and 12 judges. On April 27, 1984, Governor John Carlin declared the contest the official Kansas State Championship. The competition attracts cooks who compete for the coveted title of Grand Champion of the Great Lenexa BBQ Battle - The Kansas State Championship. Prizes and…
Pitmasters from across the country gather at GEHA Field at Arrowhead Stadium for this family-friendly festival. Featuring free admission for all, individual pitmasters offer barbecue dishes for sale. The event also features live music, beer, VIP experiences and more. Friday, June 21: 6-10pm Saturday, June 22: 11am - 8pm
WaterFest in Excelsior Springs Friday June 21st from 10:00 AM to 10:00 PM and Saturday June 22nd from 9:00 AM to 10:00 PM. Waterfest is a fun-filled, family friendly event that is the largest annual festival in nearby Excelsior Springs, MO. Activities include live music, fireworks, a car show and other homespun traditions.
America’s largest interactive comedy murder mystery dinner theatre show is now playing! Solve a hilarious mystery while you feast on a fantastic dinner. Just beware! The culprit is hiding in plain sight somewhere in the room, and you may find yourself as a Prime Suspect before you know it! Join us for an event that…
SUMMER SOLSTICE SHOP CRAWL, June 22, 12pm - 5pm. Celebrate the longest days of summer with a fun shop crawl throughout Zona Rosa.Enjoy sips, specials, giveaways, food trucks, local pop-ups & photo opps. DETAILS: SHOP CRAWL! Meander around Zona Rosa and stop into the participating businesses for summer fun! Sips, specials, giveaways. Look for a…
Performing Arts Series featuring local artists & musicians, food trucks, and games, activating Oppenstein Park in Downtown Kansas City. The Downtown Community Improvement District is pleased to announce a new performance and event series for Downtown Kansas City, “Summer in the City” . Join twice a month from May through September in Oppenstein Brothers Memorial…
Sunset Music Fest at Town Center Plaza Crossing on June 27th with Simply Turner opening for JAM 6:00 PM – 10:00 PM. • Fun at 6pm, live music starts at 7pm. BYO-lawn chair seating is first come, first choice seating. • Join us in Town Center Plaza’s north parking lot for these free, family-friendly live…
A Day For Dad! Classic Cars & A Vendor Market! Join us for a day of shopping from local vendors, food trucks, and classic cars! The fun starts at 9am with free coffee and pastries while supplies last and goes until 2pm. Bring the whole family and check out the classic cars and support local…
Shut down Santa Fe for the ultimate street party & shopping event! At Rock the Lot! You'll be able to shop lots of fun local vendors, while sipping cocktails and enjoying delicious food from various food trucks! The DJ will keep the party going while you shop, drink, dance, and play games! This is a…
Celebrate the Fourth of July on the lawn of the National WWI Museum and Memorial for Kansas City's official Independence Day event. Enjoy live music, shop and eat from local vendors and experience the largest fireworks display in the city.
