⛲️ A Royal Throne

A Royal Throne: The Royals and Hallmark Cards are teaming up on an 85-acre development surrounding a park-like central square with fountains, representing $2 billion or more in expected private investment. The project includes a world-class ballpark, mixed-use development, and reimagined headquarters for both the Royals and Hallmark.

Crowns Remain: According to conceptual renderings from Populous, the stadium would be located on the current Hallmark HQ near Gillham Rd and E. 26th St. The project will create more than 20,000 construction jobs, support 1,000 union jobs on every game day, and will not bring any new taxes or large special taxing districts.

Art at Home: This year’s event will feature nearly 180 artists from across the country setting up along 63rd Street and Brookside Boulevard. This year's featured artist is Colorado sculptor Scott Hildebrandt, nicknamed "Mister Christmas," who creates miniature scenes inside repurposed vintage items. His work has been commissioned by Netflix and HBO Max, and he'll be at Booth #155.

Best in Show: The Brookside Art Annual is consistently ranked a top 25 show nationally by ArtSource, and serves as KC's first major outdoor art show of the year. Beyond the art, there's delicious food and drinks, plus crafts and activities for kids. The best part? Admission is free!

A Reason Why: To nobody’s surprise, the spike is largely driven by Kansas City's role as a 2026 FIFA World Cup™ host city, with six matches coming to Kansas City Stadium, including a quarterfinal. An estimated 650,000 visitors are expected to pour into the city for the tournament, which runs from June 11 to July 19.

No Beach, No Problem: Google data also highlights the Kansas City Zoo & Aquarium and the Regnier Family Wonderscope Children's Museum as top attractions drawing visitors. Our world-class barbecue doesn’t hurt either.

🎭 Four Nights Only: The global sensation is here! SIX: Teen Edition runs tonight through Sunday at the Olathe Civic Theatre (OCTA). Six wives. Six stories. One show you won't stop thinking about. Sharp wit, unforgettable songs, and unstoppable energy! Get your tickets before it's gone.*

🦈 Wild Night Out: The KC Zoo's after-hours, 21+ music event HABITAT is happening on Saturday, May 9th from 7pm to midnight. Expect local and international DJs, the Sobela Ocean Aquarium, rides, and food trucks.*

🃏 Playing Cards: CardVault by Tom Brady is opening its first Kansas City area location at 1310 Main St. in the Power & Light District. The sports-card shop offers buying, selling, trading, and grading of cards and collectibles.

🍺 Summer Bier: KC Bier Co. is expected to open its new location in Lenexa by the start of the World Cup this summer. It will feature seating for 900, a Biergarten with an outdoor stage, an expanded food menu, and more.

🎺 History Lives: After a lengthy, $8.7 million restoration process, The Boone Theater at 18th and Vine will open on May 1st with a community open house.

💙 Hearts in Place: All 149 hearts for the 2026 Parade of Hearts are now in place! Find the heart nearest you with the help of the Heart Map.