Heading into this weekend without plans? We’ve got you covered. As we inch closer to the summer season, there’s plenty to do around the Kansas City. This weekend in particular features some of the things KC is best known for: baseball, beer, blues and barbecue. Check out our list of events below, brought to you by Dani Beyer Real Estate, to plan your weekend itinerary.

May 19 – 21

 

Kansas City T-Bones Opening Day

Friday, May 19
7:05 p.m.
Tickets start at $16

It’s opening weekend for the Kansas City T-Bones! Head up to the Legends to the CommunityAmerica Ballpark, where the T-Bones have called home since 2003. Opening Night take place this Friday, and will feature fun activities for all ages including an Opening Night T-Shirt Giveaway, an appearance by the Falcon Skydiving Team and much more. Head up early to grab dinner at one of the many restaurants in the Legends Shopping Center area, or host a tailgate in the ball park’s parking lot.

Kansas City T-Bones Baseball Club,
1800 Village West Pkwy.
Kansas City, KS 66111

5th Annual Troost Jazz & Soul Experience

Friday, May 19
7 p.m. – 11 p.m.
Tickets: $90

Get dolled up and don your dapper duds for the swinging’est jazz event in KC! Join honorary host Mayor Sly James for the 5th Annual Troost, Jazz & Soul Experience to benefit Reconciliation Services this Friday evening at the Midland Theatre. You are in for a fun-filled night featuring live Jazz music, dancing, drinks, tasty hors d’oeuvres, a silent auction, live painting, and more. This is a “roaming” event rather than a sit down dinner, so wear your dancing shoes, check out the “History of Troost” hallway, get your picture taken in all your finery and enjoy the rich architectural beauty of the historic Arvest Bank Theatre at the Midland.

Arvest Bank Theatre at The Midland,
1228 Main St,
Kansas City, Missouri 64105

Blue Grass in the Bottoms

Friday, May 19 & Saturday, May 20
Friday & Saturday: 5 p.m. – 11 p.m.
Two General Admission Tickets: $71
Friday or Saturday Only: $41

If Blue Grass music is more your speed, you’ll definitely want to check out the Blue Grass In The Bottoms Two-Day Outdoor Music & Brews Festival going on at Knuckleheads Saloon Friday and Saturday night this weekend. There will be mixed drinks, soda, water, and wine available as well as after-parties accessible with a VIP pass. Fell free to bring small bags/backpacks and set up your own blankets and chairs to sit back and enjoy the tunes.

Knuckleheads Saloon,
2715 Rochester St,
Kansas City, MO 64120

Brew-B-Que

Saturday, May 20
12 p.m – 4 p.m.
General Admission: $35

Two of Kansas City’s favorite things, BBQ and craft beer, come together in this one-of-a-kind event on Saturday afternoon at the Renaissance Fair Grounds. Local KC Barbecue Food Trucks will battle it out to see who has the best BBQ in Kansas City. Then, while you are filling your belly, sample over 100 craft beers from more than 40 local and regional craft breweries, listen to live music, and participate in fun competitions. General admission includes unlimited craft beer samples and a commemorative sample glass. Food will be available for purchase. Tickets increase to $40 the day of the event, so be sure to grab yours online in advance.

Kansas City Renaissance Festival,
633 North 130th Street,
Bonner Springs, Kansas 66012