Memorial Day is a federal holiday for honoring military personnel who died while serving in the United States Armed Forces. Memorial Day weekend also (unofficially) markets the start of summer in Kansas City and elsewhere. We’re here to help you start your Kansas City summer for free or on the cheap. Some Memorial Day Weekend […]
Food & Drink
Celebrate the Holidays at Union Station in Kansas City
You won’t need for a coat and mittens for Kansas City holiday fun inside historic Union Station. There’s a whole lineup of festive sights and activities at Union Station that make holidays in Kansas City a magical time for laughing, singing and exploring. It’s FREE to browse around inside Union Station, but some activities and […]
Best Barbecue Restaurants in Kansas City
Kansas City is famous for barbecue – ribs, burnt ends, brisket – all smoked up and slathered in sauce. There are so many choices we had a hard time narrowing it down to the best barbecue restaurants in Kansas City. We asked our Facebook friends and Twitter followers to weigh in on their favorite Kansas […]
Drink Fancy on the Cheap During The Pitch’s KC Craft Cocktail Week Dec. 13-19
It’s a full week of imbibing fine drinks on the cheap as The Pitch presents Kansas City Craft Cocktail Week December 13-19. For seven day you can try specialty cocktails at some of Kansas City’s coolest bars and restaurants for just $5 each. What really makes a drink a craft cocktail? We chatted with a few […]
Free Taco Party on the KCK Taco Trail
The KCK Taco Trail includes nearly 50 local restaurants serving street tacos, Tex-Mex style tacos and more. Many of these venue are locally owned mom and pop shops. Guests craving a flavor-filled dining experience can sign up for the KCK Taco Trail pass and get great food and prizes as they eat their way through […]
Sample Cheesy Goodness at the KC Grilled Cheese & Mac Festival
Gourmet versions of your favorite childhood eats are served up at the KC Grilled Cheese & Mac Festival. Amazing local chefs and restaurants are cooking up their most creative and delicious grilled cheese and mac & cheese you get to sample. You also get to enjoy beer sampling from some local breweries. There are various […]
S.D. Strong Distilling Second Saturday Tours and other events
S.D. Strong Distilling distills vodka, gin, whiskey, and bourbon in an underground cave in Parkville, Missouri. On the Second Saturday of each month, they offer tours for $15 per person (21+ only). The tour of the distillery is approximately 45 minutes to 1 hour and includes a tasting of all of their amazing products. They offer […]
Kansas City U-Pick Berries, Orchards and Farms
Nothing beats the taste of fresh-picked fruits and vegetables. Produce is easy to get at any of the many u-pick berries, orchards and farms in Kansas City. Pick-your-own farms are also a great way to give kids a hands-on education of where food comes from. Locally the harvest season begins in the spring with many […]
Beer Specials, Trivia and More at Transport Brewery
Transport Brewery is housed in a historic structure in the heart of Shawnee. It’s a unique, friendly atmosphere where you can enjoy tasty beer made by a small but mighty staff. You can find Transport Brewery at 11113 Johnson Drive in Shawnee, KS. The brewery is open: Tuesday – Thursday: 4 p.m. to 10 p.m. Friday – […]
Tuesday and Thursday specials from Marrio’s Donuts
Marrio’s Donut Shop in Overland Park likes to remind its customers they serve up more than just donuts. On Tuesdays and Thursdays they serve up some nice deals. Here are the details. Tattoo Tuesdays Everyone with a tattoo gets a FREE small coffee on Tuesdays with a purchase of $2 or more. Just mention the […]
