19 Things to Do in Kansas City This Week · May 7–10, 2026

Music & Nightlife

Kenny Wayne Shepherd

Blues-rock guitar legend Kenny Wayne Shepherd takes the Uptown Theater stage tonight for a high-energy performance.

Thursday, May 7, 2026 7:00 PM · Uptown Theater, Kansas City, MO

Michael Martin Murphey

Western singer-songwriter Michael Martin Murphey performs at the intimate Knuckleheads Saloon tonight.

Thursday, May 7, 2026 7:00 PM · Knuckleheads Saloon, Kansas City, MO

Tony Vinh at The Comedy Club of Kansas City

Stand-up comedian Tony Vinh headlines a night of laughs at The Comedy Club of Kansas City.

Thursday, May 7, 2026 7:00 PM · The Comedy Club of Kansas City, 1130 W 103rd St, Kansas City, MO

Bush - The Land of Milk and Honey Tour

90s rock legends Bush bring their Land of Milk and Honey Tour to Azura Amphitheater with Mammoth & James and the Cold Gun in support.

Friday, May 8, 2026 7:00 PM · Azura Amphitheater, Bonner Springs, KS

Shrek Rave

A wildly fun themed rave celebrating all things Shrek takes over Westport Bowery for a late-night dance party.

Friday, May 8, 2026 9:00 PM · Westport Bowery, Kansas City, MO

Arts & Culture

ARTPOP

Kansas City Art Institute presents ARTPOP, a fashion and fine art showcase celebrating student creative work.

Thursday, May 7, 2026 · Kansas City Art Institute, Kansas City, MO

Screen // Seen Digital Art Series at KCAC

KCAC's first-ever monthly digital art exhibition series features one artist per month on public screens through December 2026, with a year-end winner invited to exhibit at the Museum of Art + Light.

Thursday, May 7, 2026 · Kansas City Artists Coalition, Kansas City, MO

The Wizard of Oz - ASL Interpreted Performance

KC Rep's beloved production of The Wizard of Oz features an ASL-interpreted performance tonight at the Spencer Theatre, with tickets starting at $44.

Thursday, May 7, 2026 7:00 PM · Spencer Theatre at Kansas City Repertory Theatre, 4949 Cherry Street, Kansas City, MO

Adam Conover at The Comedy Club of Kansas City

TV host and comedian Adam Conover brings two nights of stand-up to The Comedy Club of Kansas City this weekend.

Friday, May 8, 2026 7:00 PM · The Comedy Club of Kansas City, 1130 W 103rd St, Kansas City, MO

Free Events

Olathe Live! Lake Nights – Lester Estelle & Friends

Free outdoor jazz and blues concert at Lake Olathe Park featuring Lester Estelle & Friends, all ages welcome.

Thursday, May 7, 2026 · Lake Olathe Park, Olathe, KS

Yoga on the Vine – 18th & Vine Jazz District

Community outdoor yoga sessions held under the Jay McShann Pavilion in the historic 18th & Vine Jazz District every weekend.

Saturday, May 9, 2026 9:30 AM · Jay McShann Pavilion, 18th & Vine Jazz District, Kansas City, MO

Free Mother's Day Baroque Concert at Downtown Library

Enjoy a free Baroque music concert at the downtown Kansas City Public Library on Mother's Day — a lovely way to celebrate.

Sunday, May 10, 2026 1:30 PM · Kansas City Public Library, Downtown, Kansas City, MO

Outdoors & Active

816 Saturday Run Club at Rochester Coffee

The 816 Run Club meets every Saturday at Rochester Coffee in the Crossroads for community runs of any distance, with marked routes and signs at every turn.

Saturday, May 9, 2026 7:30 AM · Rochester Coffee (Crossroads), Kansas City, MO

Kansas Run Club Wednesday Run

Kansas Run Club meets every Wednesday evening at Mill Creek Park on the Plaza for a free 3-mile community run.

Wednesday, May 13, 2026 6:30 PM · Mill Creek Park, Country Club Plaza, Kansas City, MO

Festivals & Special Events

HABITAT House Music Night at the Zoo

Dance the night away with house music DJs at the Kansas City Zoo & Aquarium in this one-of-a-kind nightlife event set among the animals.

Saturday, May 9, 2026 · Kansas City Zoo & Aquarium, Kansas City, MO

Family-Friendly

Mommy and Me Home Decor & Paint Event

A Mother's Day paint-and-craft experience in Independence where moms and kids create home décor together — a creative and memorable celebration.

Saturday, May 9, 2026 2:00 PM · Independence, MO

Dinosaurs: Land of Fire and Ice

A free, interactive dinosaur exhibit at Crown Center lets kids touch and explore prehistoric creatures through May 10 — perfect for little paleontologists.

Sunday, May 10, 2026 10:00 AM · Crown Center, Kansas City, MO

Sports

KC Royals vs. Detroit Tigers

The Royals host the Detroit Tigers for a Friday night home game at Kauffman Stadium.

Friday, May 8, 2026 6:00 PM · Kauffman Stadium, Kansas City, MO

Food & Drink

Percheron Rooftop Brunch

The Percheron rooftop at the Crossroads Hotel is back with weekend brunch, daily happy hour, new furniture, two additional bars, and a new large-scale art installation — best views in the city.

Saturday, May 9, 2026 · Crossroads Hotel, Kansas City, MO