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Sporting KC's Soccer Capital Summer at Sporting Park is here! Live concerts (Third Eye Blind, Gym Class Heroes, Logan Mize, and more), watch parties, and fan experiences. Knockout round watch parties have been added for Mexico (June 30) and the USMNT (July 1). Get your free tickets!
It’s crazy to think that we’re only halfway through World Cup matches in Kansas City. The party is just getting started!
👏 10 things to do this weekend
🍻 Boulevard opens new rooftop patio
🏠 House Hunch
📲 This week’s most-clicked stories
ICYMI - Yesterday’s Oranje Fanwalk turned downtown KC into a sea of orange.
Events
Weekend Roundup 👏
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All Weekend Long
🎊 Kickoff KC - Hen House Market at Deer Creek Marketplace in Overland Park hosts a pre-match tailgate tonight at 4pm, and tomorrow at 11am. Complimentary food & drink, merch, fan experiences, and soccer fun!*
🤠 Country Stampede - The 30th Annual Country Stampede kicks off at Azura Amphitheater in Bonner Springs with performances by Rascal Flatts, Zach Top, Treaty Oak Revival, Scotty McCreery, and more across three days. Camping available.
🌍 FIFA Fan Festival™ - Free Fan Festival watch parties continue on the South Lawn of the National WWI Museum & Memorial Friday and Saturday. Register ahead — capacity is limited.
🦉 Crossroads Night Market - The district-wide summer market rolls on this weekend with 300+ local artists, makers, food, and live music along 18th Street. Fri 5–11pm, Sat & Sun noon–11pm.
🎭 Heart of America Shakespeare Festival - KC's beloved free outdoor Shakespeare festival continues with performances of Macbeth at Southmoreland Park, Tuesdays through Sundays. Bring a blanket or chair!
Friday
🍖 Great Lenexa BBQ Battle - The official Kansas State Championship BBQ competition kicks off at Sar-Ko-Par Trails Park in Lenexa. Friday is festival day with live music, kids’ activities, and the full carnival atmosphere while teams set up.
🌊 Waterfest in Excelsior Springs - Excelsior Springs' biggest celebration of the year opens Friday night with live music, 90+ vendor booths, a beer garden, hot air balloon rides, and fireworks at the Hall of Waters. Continues on Saturday.
Saturday
⚽️ Algeria vs. Austria - Kansas City Stadium hosts FIFA World Cup™ Group J action as Algeria faces Austria. Kickoff is at 9pm.
🎬 Free State Festival - The Lawrence Arts Center's weeklong indie film and arts festival wraps its final weekend with live performances, screenings, art, and more.
Sunday
🧱 The Berlin Wall / A World Divided - Wrap up your weekend with a little history with authentic sections of the Berlin Wall on display at Union Station. Free with museum admission.
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Opening
A New Outdoor Bar and Patio Space Opens at Boulevard
Boulevard Beer Hall
Boulevard Yard, a new rooftop & patio space at the Boulevard Tours & Rec Center, is now open!
Inspired by Backyards: The backyard-inspired patio space features ample lounge areas and table seating, an indoor-outdoor bar serving both the Beer Hall and the Yard, large screen TVs, live music and event programming, and a special spotlight on Quirk Hard Seltzers alongside the full Boulevard beer lineup.
Roof With a View : Boulevard Yard is found on the second floor of the Boulevard Tours & Rec Center, which is located at 2534 Madison Ave. Hunting for a great space (with skyline views) to catch a match near downtown KC? Look no further.
Take a sneak peek at the space before planning your next rooftop hang!
Real Estate
House Hunch 🏠
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ICYMI
This Week’s Most-Clicked Stories 📲
Kick it in the park at the Johnson County Watch Party at Theatre in the Park inside Shawnee Mission Park. Watch parties on a 20' x 30' LED screen, food trucks, live entertainment, soccer play spaces, and more!
The Rock Island Bridge is hosting a variety of upcoming events, including a DJs of the World series featuring international DJs.
A new restaurant called Jade & Ember will replace the former Waldo Thai space at 8431 Wornall Road. A July opening is expected.
Speaking of Waldo, Apparition Coffee is now open in Waldo. It’s located at 328 W 85th St., in the former Second Best Coffee space.
A new paved walkway called Heritage Trail is now open along the riverfront, leading to CPKC Stadium.
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