Twelve Things To Do In KC This Weekend, August 28—31
Here are twelve things to do in KC this weekend, August 28—31 including Pete Fucinaro Little Window Album Release, Mimosas in the Park and Irish Fest.
Andrea Carlson: Shimmer on Horizons Opening Celebration
Through painting, sculpture and video, the Kemper Museum’s latest exhibit, Andrea Carlson: Shimmer on Horizons, features landscapes of what Carlson calls “everywhere and nowhere.” Learn more about the installation (which runs through February 15) directly from Carlson at her artist talk, followed by a reception.
August 28. 6 pm. Kemper Museum of Contemporary Art.
Gregory Alan Isakov
South African-born singer-songwriter Gregory Alan Isakov used to be a horticulturist before turning to another study—music. Quickly becoming a major player in the indie-folk scene with albums like That Sea, the Gambler and The Weatherman, his music uses banjos and violins and sometimes brings in orchestras and whimsical elements like whistles to bring a down-home feel to his songwriting.
August 28. 7:30 pm. The Midland Theatre.
Pete Fucinaro Little Window Album Release
KC saxophonist Pete Fucinaro celebrates the release of his album Little Window. Recorded at upstate New York’s Clubhouse Recording Studio, the transcendent contemporary jazz project features Ebba Dankel—a rising star on the East Coast scene—on vocals, piano and synthesizer. Fucinaro will be joined by his quartet: guitarist Ethan Ditthardt, bassist Jared Beckstead-Craan and drummer Alex Souris.
August 28. 9 pm. The Ship.
Jimmy Buffett Day
Enjoy a staycation (and a salted rim) this Labor Day weekend at KCK’s recently opened Margaritaville Hotel. Proceeds from the all-day affair support Buffet’s foundation Singing for Change, which assists small nonprofits focused on low income communities.
August 29. Margaritaville Hotel Kansas City.
Mimosas in the Park
Mimosas in the Park returns for its second year with a day of yoga, lawn games, a maker fair and more. This year’s entertainment line-up features CVBZ, the voice behind “Feels Great” by Cheat Codes, KC’s own Broderick Jones and alternative R&B artist Lee Samson. General admission is free with VIP upgrades available for purchase.
August 30. 9 am. Theis Park.
50 First Dates
Rooftop Cinema Club has officially arrived. Located at the corner of Broadway and 21st Street, the open-air movie theater—known for its skyline views in major cities like Chicago, Los Angeles, London and more—opened its Crossroads’ locale in July. Enjoy cocktails, mocktails and elevated bar-food bites alongside a showing of romcom 50 First Dates.
August 28. 10:55 pm. Rooftop Cinema Club.
Kansas City Renaissance Festival
Don your finest flowy dresses, tunics and breeches for the Kansas City Renaissance Festival. At this immersive step back in time, watch jousting tournaments, feast on gigantic turkey legs, listen to period music and shop the bustling artisan market. Each weekend brings a different theme, so be sure to check the schedule in advance.
August 30–October 13. Times vary. 628 N. 126th St., Bonner Springs.
Irish Fest
Irish Fest is a tribute to Irish culture, music, history and community. Enjoy entertainment, traditional shops and authentic cuisine, and participate in activities inspired by Irish themes and customs during this celebration of Ireland’s charm.
August 29–31. Times vary. Crown Center.
Santacaligon
Independence, otherwise known as “Queen City” where the California, Santa Fe and Oregon wagon trails commenced, will be celebrating its storied history with a festival on Labor Day. The 53rd annual SantaCaliGon Days Festival—named for the three historic trails—draws around 200,000 visitors to Independence every year. This year’s festival—which features live entertainment, local vendors and food trucks—will be headlined by country music artist Phil Vassar on Saturday night.
August 29—31. Times vary. Historic Independence Square.
Cats The Musical
Andrew Lloyd Webber’s seven-time Tony Award-winning musical comes to Crown Center. The musical follows a clowder of cats—named the Jellicles—as they gather for the annual Jellicle Ball and choose which cat will be reborn. Presented by Music Theater Heritage, the production is originally based on T. S. Eliot’s Old Possum’s Book of Practical Cats.
August 7—31. Times vary. Grand Theatre.
Mini Golf At The Museum
It’s back! A summer highlight, Art Course offers an artist-designed mini-golf adventure within the Donald J. Hall Sculpture Park at the Nelson-Atkins Museum. Every Thursday through Monday, you can play nine unique holes, each offering a creative spin on a masterpiece from the museum’s collection.
May 22–September 1. Regular museum hours Thursday–Monday. Donald J. Hall Sculpture Park at the Nelson-Atkins Museum.
Talya Groves
Former Broadway performer Talya Groves is a Kansas City music scene star. Singing anything and everything from showtunes to jazz standards to pop songs, Groves’ magnetic presence seems to always captivate the room. Nearly every Friday night, she commands the stage at The Phoenix.
August 29. 4:30—8:30 pm. The Phoenix.
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