9 Things to Do in Kansas City This Week · August 27–30, 2026

Outdoors & Active

816 Relays

The 4th annual 816 Relays brings runners of all paces together for a 4x1 mile relay and open 2-mile race through Kansas City streets, starting at the Rock Island Bridge in the West Bottoms.

Friday, August 28, 2026 6:00 PM · Rock Island Bridge, West Bottoms, Kansas City

Sports

NFL Preseason: Kansas City Chiefs vs. Seattle Seahawks

The Chiefs host the Seattle Seahawks in an NFL preseason game at Arrowhead Stadium, with a VIP tailgate party beginning at 3 PM.

Friday, August 28, 2026 7:00 PM · Arrowhead Stadium, 1 Arrowhead Dr, Kansas City, MO

Free Events

Light Up the Lawn: Found A Job

A free outdoor concert on the lawn of the Nerman Museum of Contemporary Art, featuring Found A Job — open to all ages.

Friday, August 28, 2026 8:00 PM · Nerman Museum of Contemporary Art, Johnson County Community College, Overland Park, KS

Yoga at the Kauffman Center

Presented by Saint Luke's, this free outdoor yoga session on the Kauffman Center grounds offers two sessions — a peaceful start to the weekend.

Saturday, August 29, 2026 8:30 AM · Kauffman Center for the Performing Arts, Kansas City, MO

Arts & Culture

KC All Star Showcase at The Comedy Club of Kansas City

The Comedy Club of Kansas City hosts its KC All Star Showcase, featuring top local comedic talent on one bill.

Friday, August 28, 2026 7:00 PM · The Comedy Club of Kansas City, 1130 W 103rd St, Kansas City, MO

Food & Drink

Mimosa Fest at KC Live!

Enjoy all-you-can-eat brunch, 8 specialty mimosas, games, and live entertainment at KC Live!'s Mimosa Fest in the Power & Light District.

Saturday, August 29, 2026 11:00 AM · KC Live!, Power & Light District, Kansas City, MO

Festivals & Special Events

Come From Away – Opening Night

The acclaimed Broadway musical Come From Away opens its Kansas City run at Kansas City Repertory Theatre's Spencer Theater — don't miss opening night.

Tuesday, September 1, 2026 7:00 PM · Spencer Theater, Kansas City Repertory Theatre, Kansas City, MO

Family-Friendly

The Pigeon Comes to Kansas City: A Mo Willems Exhibit

A free, hands-on interactive exhibit at Crown Center celebrating Mo Willems' beloved characters — The Pigeon, Elephant & Piggie, and Knuffle Bunny.

Thursday, August 27, 2026 · Crown Center, Kansas City, MO

Disney's Newsies at Starlight Theatre

Disney's Newsies opens its Kansas City run at Starlight Theatre, with tickets starting under $23 for the beloved Broadway musical.

Tuesday, September 8, 2026 · Starlight Theatre, Kansas City, MO