This week’s list of Kansas City events has everything you need for a perfect weekend: football, arts, and laughter. Support your city this weekend and come celebrate with Dani Beyer Real Estate, your guide to all things Kansas City!
Kansas City Events (September 3 – September 10)
Pep Rally Celebration of the Century
Friday, September 5, 5:30 – 9:30 p.m.
Kick off football season this Friday at Union Station for the first annual Kansas City Pep Rally Celebration! With live guest appearances from Chiefs players, the coaching staff and Chiefs cheerleaders, Red Friday is a perfect excuse to wear your best Kansas City gear. Bring lawn chairs and blankets to enjoy live music, a 3D digital Union Station history display, and a stunning fireworks finale over downtown Kansas City. If you donate $4 to Ronald McDonald House Charities, you can even take home a Chief’s Kingdom Flag in preparation for Sunday’s game against the Tennessee Titans. Come be a part of this great celebration. (It’s been rumored that even Anubis will be wearing his Chief’s jersey.) For additional information, visit Union Station.
The Kansas City Improv Festival Kickoff
Thursday, September 4, 7:00 p.m.
Get ready to laugh… . The annual Kansas City Improv Festival kicks-off this Thursday at the Kick Comedy Theatre, and this year promises to be better than the rest. Produced by the Kansas City Improvisational Company, the festival will run until the 13th of September, and partners with the Green Room Burgers and the Westport Coffee House. Come see some of the greatest comedic minds Kansas City has to offer, and laugh until your side hurts at on-the-spot comedy created from audience suggestions. Previous guests of the festival include Kansas City native and Saturday Night Live performer Jason Sudeikis, so grab your tickets early (you never know who’s going to show up!) For show times and ticket information, check out the Kansas City comedy schedule.
Art Westport
Friday through Sunday, September 5-7
Friday; 5 to 9 p.m., Saturday; 11 a.m. to 9 p.m., Sunday; 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.
The streets of historic Westport will be filled this weekend with beautiful works of art, fine crafts, and handmade jewelry for Art Westport, a celebration of 35 years of Kansas City creativity. Support the work of over 130 local artists, and enjoy local Westport shopping and food trucks. It’s a great way to enjoy your city in a new way. For a list of participating businesses and artists, visit Art Westport.
Kansas City Chalk & Walk Festival
Saturday through Sunday, September 6-7
Saturday; 11 a.m. to 7 p.m., Sunday; 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.
See works of art come to life in front of your eyes this weekend at Crown Center at the annual Chalk & Walk Festival. Sidewalk chalk artists will transform city sidewalks into amazing works of art, along with sharing the space with street painters, performers, and live entertainers. This multicultural, community-wide celebration of Kansas City artists is sure to inspire those both young and old. Keep the arts alive and come check out the Kansas City Chalk & Walk Festival.
First Fridays in the Crossroads District
Friday, September 5
The Crossroads District welcomes you this Friday for its monthly celebration of the arts and eclectic nature of Kansas City. Peruse shops, restaurants, businesses, vendors, and art collections while experiencing the sounds, tastes, and sights of downtown Kansas City. For a full list of participating businesses and parking information, visit The Kansas City Crossroads.
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