Best Things to Do in Kansas City This Week · April 23–26, 2026

Music & Nightlife

St. George & The Dragons at recordBar

Live music from St. George & The Dragons at the beloved Crossroads venue recordBar for an intimate Friday night show.

Friday, April 24, 2026 7:00 PM · recordBar, Kansas City, MO

Bingo Loco

The wildly entertaining bingo-meets-rave experience takes over Uptown Theater for a high-energy night of games, music, and mayhem.

Friday, April 24, 2026 7:30 PM · Uptown Theater, Kansas City, MO

ZZ Top & Dwight Yoakam: Dos Amigos Tour

Classic rock legends ZZ Top and country icon Dwight Yoakam share the stage at Azura Amphitheater for the Dos Amigos Tour with SOUTHALL.

Saturday, April 25, 2026 Doors 6:00 PM, Show 7:00 PM · Azura Amphitheater, Bonner Springs, KS

Lorna Kay & Western Cuts: Classic Country Music Night

Classic country music night at The Ship featuring Lorna Kay and Western Cuts for an authentic honky-tonk evening.

Saturday, April 25, 2026 9:00 PM · The Ship, Kansas City, MO

David Byrne at Starlight Theatre

Talking Heads legend David Byrne brings his celebrated live show to Starlight Theatre for a can't-miss outdoor concert.

Tuesday, April 28, 2026 · Starlight Theatre, Kansas City, MO

Festivals & Special Events

ÈLU by Èlon: ILLUMINÈ Couture Wedding Dress Collection Preview

KC-based designer ÈLU by Èlon previews their new couture wedding dress collection ILLUMINÈ at The Bardot — a rare fashion showcase for the city.

Saturday, April 25, 2026 · The Bardot, Kansas City, MO

Parkville Microbrew Fest

The 22nd annual Parkville Microbrew Fest returns to English Landing Park along the Missouri River featuring 60+ breweries, live music, and a commemorative tasting glass.

Saturday, April 25, 2026 1:00 PM – 5:00 PM · English Landing Park, Parkville, MO

Sports

Royals vs. LA Angels

The Royals host the Angels for a three-game home series with fireworks Friday night, a Royal-Tee giveaway Saturday, and Día de los Niños on Sunday.

Friday, April 24, 2026 6:40 PM · Kauffman Stadium, Kansas City, MO

Food & Drink

KC Feastival: Monstrous Dinner

Step into Union Station for a wild chef-crafted pop-up dinner benefiting Harvesters food bank — bold bites, whimsical flavors, and every dish fuels hunger relief.

Friday, May 1, 2026 · Union Station, Kansas City, MO

Family-Friendly

Midwest GameFest

KC's annual four-day tabletop gaming convention takes over Stoney Creek Hotel in Independence with board games, RPGs, miniatures, cosplay contests, and a giant used game sale.

Friday, April 24, 2026 · Stoney Creek Hotel, Independence, MO

Overland Park Arboretum Seedling Giveaway

Free tree and shrub seedling giveaway at the Overland Park Arboretum alongside a multi-day spring plant sale packed with locally grown varieties.

Saturday, April 25, 2026 · Overland Park Arboretum & Botanical Gardens, Overland Park, KS

Free Events

4th Friday in the West Bottoms

Explore the eclectic West Bottoms neighborhood for its monthly 4th Friday event featuring community art, culture, and local vendors.

Friday, April 24, 2026 · West Bottoms / Under I-670, Kansas City, MO

Spring Fling with Social Club KC

Social Club KC hosts a girls' day at Energize OP with a DIY bloom bar, energizing teas, protein treats, permanent jewelry shopping, and community connection.

Saturday, April 25, 2026 10:30 AM – 12:00 PM · Energize OP Nutrition, Overland Park, KS

Arts & Culture

Spring Artist Reception: Celebrating 35 Years of Selling Great Art

Leopold Gallery marks 35 years with a free spring artist reception celebrating the gallery's legacy in Kansas City's visual art scene.

Friday, April 24, 2026 · Leopold Gallery + Art Consulting, Kansas City, MO

The Beautiful Game Exhibition – National WWI Museum

Explore the new exhibition about football (soccer) and World War I at the National WWI Museum, featuring authentic artifacts including the London Irish 'Loos Football' and boots worn by British women's soccer star Maud Smith.

Saturday, April 25, 2026 · National WWI Museum, Kansas City, MO

Alchemy of Knowledge: Science and Mystery from Shakespeare to AI

Ongoing exhibition at Linda Hall Library of Science exploring the history of knowledge from Shakespeare's era to artificial intelligence.

Saturday, April 25, 2026 · Linda Hall Library of Science, Engineering, and Technology, Kansas City, MO

First Friday in the Crossroads

Gallery hop through the Crossroads Arts District, shop local makers, grab dinner or drinks, and enjoy free comedy at The Bird on KC's beloved monthly art night.

Friday, May 1, 2026 · Crossroads Arts District, Kansas City, MO

Date Night

Clay For A Day

Drop-in pottery session at Clay Club — a hands-on, creative evening perfect for a unique date night or solo creative escape.

Friday, April 24, 2026 6:30 PM – 9:00 PM · Clay Club, Kansas City, MO

Barn Dance (with lesson) @ Keystone Church

A community barn dance with a beginner-friendly lesson included at Keystone Church in Waldo — a fun, low-key social night for all ages.

Saturday, April 25, 2026 6:30 PM · Keystone Church, Waldo, Kansas City, MO

2026 Prime Social Derby Day

Celebrate Kentucky Derby Day at Prime Social Rooftop — KC's most elevated Derby party with rooftop views, cocktails, and all the Southern festivity.

Saturday, May 2, 2026 · Prime Social Rooftop, Kansas City, MO

Outdoors & Active

816 Run Club Saturday Morning Run

Join the 816 Run Club for their weekly Saturday morning group run starting at Rochester Coffee in the Crossroads, with marked routes from 10 feet to 20+ miles.

Saturday, April 25, 2026 7:30 AM · Rochester Brewing and Roasting Co., Kansas City, MO

A Short Hike on Hidden Valley Trail

A community group hike along Hidden Valley Trail — a perfect Sunday morning outdoor adventure for all fitness levels.

Sunday, April 26, 2026 10:00 AM · Hidden Valley Trail, Kansas City area