You may not be thinking yet about holiday shows, but you can save money if you think this week about seeing The Nutcracker. Kansas City Ballet is having a one-day ticket sale for Devon Carney’s The Nutcracker on Wednesday, July 22, offering up to 50% off select performances. A cherished Kansas City holiday tradition, The Nutcracker […]
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See restored Big Boy steam engine at Union Station
Calling all Kansas City railfans and history buffs — the ultimate train experience is rolling into town! As part of Union Pacific’s coast-to-coast tour celebrating the 250th birthday of the United States, the legendary Big Boy No. 4014 steam locomotive is making a special stop at Kansas City’s historic Union Station. Of the 25 steam […]
Chipotle gives away $1 million in free burritos during FIFA World Cup Finals
Water cup, please? Chipotle is turning one of soccer’s newest matchday traditions into a $1 million burrito giveaway inspired by the long-running social conversation surrounding the restaurant’s iconic water cups. It’s widely known that many customers “accidentally” fill the water cups with lemonade. Oops! Photo: Chipotle During the international tournament final, fans can participate in […]
FREE Admission to Kansas City’s Lawn Party
On Sunday, July 19, 2026, the Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art and Kansas City Parks and Recreation are holding Kansas City’s Big Picnic on the museum lawn. Admission is FREE. This event includes live music and other entertainment, food trucks, art activities, and lawn games. Bring a blanket or chairs. Pets must be on a leash. Hours […]
Zona Rosa Summer Fest
Zona Rosa is putting on a free Summer Fest party it is billing as “The Ultimate Summer Party Meets Pop-Up Shopping Event.” The family-friendly event will include carnival games, a golf simulator experience, kids’ activities, fountain fun, food trucks, a DJ and more. The pop-up shopping will be created by Farfalla Events, and there will […]
Free Movies in the Park in Shawnee
Theatre in the Park in Shawnee offers a free summer Movies in the Park season before the stage shows get under way. The season runs June 24 through July 17. Movies start at 7:30 p.m., and the gates open at 7 p.m. Concessions, beer and wine are available for purchase. Here is the movie schedule […]
Dairy Queen celebrates National Ice Cream Day with free Dilly Bars
Chill out at Dairy Queen on National Ice Cream Day! There’s no better place to celebrate the sweet day than at the king of all ice cream shops — Dairy Queen. The shop has something sweet on the menu for all fans, including cones, sundaes, banana splits, Blizzards and, of course, the iconic Dilly Bar. […]
Dress like a cow for free entrée on Cow Appreciation Day at Chick-fil-A
Talk about be an “udderly” fun day for Chick-fil-A fans! To celebrate its 80th anniversary, Chick-fil-A is bringing back one of its most popular giveaways — Cow Appreciation Day! On July 14, 2026, “moo” into any Chick-fil-A dressed as a cow (Longhorn, Dairy, Hereford…your choice!) and enjoy a FREE entrée. Photo: Chick-fil-A Bring the whole […]
Sand Cinema at Longview Lake Beach
Pack up the family and enjoy a movie “on the beach!” The Jackson County Parks and Recreation Department is hosting three evenings of Sand Cinema at Longview Lake Beach. Admission is just $10 per car to get in and watch a movie on the giant inflatable screen. The movie schedule is: Friday, June 12, 2026: Disney’s […]
‘Spot the Cows’ at Chick-fil-A for free Waffle Fries
Can you spot the cows? In celebration of the highly-anticipated return of Cow Appreciation Day on July 14, 2026, Chick-fil-A is offering a digital game for fans to play in the restaurant’s app — “Spot the Cows“. The digital game is available from July 7 to 13, 2026. Image: Chick-fil-A To participate, you must be […]
