Just Chill Out 🧊

Have you ever dreamt of taking a cold plunge in a tub shaped like Patrick Mahomes’ head? Haven’t we all…

🧊 The Patrick Plunge comes to KC Live! on July 19th

🍺 KC Summer Brew Fest is coming to Kauffman Stadium

🍕 St. Louis-based Imo’s Pizza plans third KC location

🎄 Christmas in July at the KC Zoo & Aquarium

🍻 Help us update our Kansas City Brewery Guide!

Events

The Patrick Plunge Coming to KC Live! on July 19th

Patrick Mahomes often plays football with ice in his veins. Now you can dip into his legendary headspace (literally) at the Patrick Plunge!

• Cold Challenge: Mahomes has partnered with Coors Light to offer fans the chance to cold plunge in a tub shaped like his head. The event will happen from 12-5pm at KC Live! in the Power & Light District on Saturday, July 19th. Unfortunately, the event does not include an appearance by Patrick Mahomes.

• Chill Cause: To request to enter, a $15 donation to Mahomes’ 15 and the Mahomies Foundation is required. And if your not a cold plunge type of person, the brand will be releasing 45 Mini Patrick Plunges, a limited-edition beer chiller shaped like Mahomes’ head for $40, with all proceeds benefitting 15 and the Mahomies Foundation.

Only 60 spots are available, so sign up now!

Events

KC Summer Brew Fest Coming to Kauffman Stadium July 19th

There’s just something about having a beer at a baseball stadium. Take that experience up a notch at KC Summer Brew Fest at Kauffman Stadium on Saturday, July 19th!

• Outfield Brews: The KC Summer Brew Fest will give you the chance to party on the outfield lawn while sampling 150 beers and dining at food trucks. Admission gets you access to the outfield, beer samples, and some of KC’s best food trucks. (food sold separately)

• Cold Beer, Here: There are 60 participating breweries from across the country including local favorites like Vine Street Brewing, KC Bier Co., City Barrel Brewing Company, Stockyards Brewing Co., and more. The festival lasts from 8-11pm, with VIP and early admission (7pm) tickets are available.

GA tickets start at $50. Get yours HERE!

Food & Drink

St. Louis-based Imo’s Pizza to Open Third KC Location

St. Louis-style pizza lovers, rejoice! Imo’s Pizza will open a third KC metro location in the Northland.

• Three’s Company: According to a report from the KCBJ, Imo’s has filed a tenant finish/remodel application for 8526 N. Jefferson St in the Metro North Crossing development in the Northland. This location will join two existing KC metro locations: 4200 Rainbow Blvd. in KCK and 111552 W. 135th St. in Overland Park.

• STL Style: Imo’s was established in 1964, and quickly defined “St. Louis-style” pizza. Imo’s serves thin & crispy crust, square cut pies, and topped with gooey Provel® cheese, which is a smoky blend of cheddar, Swiss, and provolone.

There is no timeline on the opening of Imo’s, but the buildout is reported to cost $140,000.

Events

Kansas City Zoo & Aquarium Celebrating Christmas in July

Get ready for a holly jolly evening of fun at the Kansas City Zoo and Aquarium on Friday, July 25th!

• No Snow, No Problem: Christmas in July will take place from 5-9pm on July 25th, and will feature festive decorations, photo ops with animals, Kringle Karaoke, limbo and hula hoop contests, a Best Dressed Elf Contest, and more festive family-friendly fun. (say that five times fast)

• Holly Jolly Heat: Entrance to Christmas in July is $20 for adults, $17 for children/seniors (55+), and $10 for FOTZ (friends of the zoo). Children 2 and under are free. Animals will be on display, with the exception of the Africa section.

Get your tickets for Christmas in July HERE.

Guides

Help Us Update our Kansas City Brewery Guide!

Exactly two years ago (July 10th, 2023), we released one of our first-ever KC Daily guides: Kansas City Brewery Guide. Hand up, we have not updated it since. 🤦

So, were asking you for help! Fill out this short form and let us know which local breweries we should add. The only requirement is that they are local to the Kansas City metro and brew their own beer.

You can view our current (and sparse) brewery guide HERE.

KC Daily Picks

In Other News…

• 🏀 Hoops in the Heartland: The TBT Kansas City Regional will bring local KU and K-State legends like David McCormack, Jacob Pullen, and more to Municipal Auditorium on July 19. Win & they’ll clash on July 21! Unlock 15% off tickets with code KC15.*

• 🌳 Learn From Nature: Embark on a journey where nature becomes our guiding teacher! Nature Is Our Nurture is a picture book featuring 50+ life lessons shown through analogies in nature, paired with affirmations. Written by local author Christine Cronin and artwork by her mother, Rose, it offers wisdom for children and adults alike!*

• 🍖 BBQ on Screen: Kansas City has had quite the run recently on the national news! First, Sandlot Goods was on Good Morning America, now the Museum of BBQ was highlighted on the TODAY Show on NBC.

• ⚽️ Streaming Soccer: After a month-long international break, the KC Current return to the pitch on Friday, August 1st to take on Racing Lousiville. The match will be streamed live on Amazon Prime Video.

• 😆 Giggling at Gillis: Shane Gillis, one of America’s top comedians and creator of Netflix’s Tires, will perform at the T-Mobile Center on Saturday, July 19 at 8pm.

• 🙏 Support Local News(letters): KC Daily will always be free. Producing it is not. Help us keep producing this newsletter for free by joining our Fan Club! We show our appreciation for our fans with exclusive giveaways, like Tracy S., who won a Sandlot Goods Dad Hat and Tote Bag!

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