⛲️ The Symphony's Second Home

Plaza Performances: The unnamed venue will host over 100 annual events, with the majority being national touring artists across genres, plus a few dozen Symphony performances. With 300,000+ expected annual visitors, it will serve as a significant anchor to a walkable district filled with restaurants and nightlife, just steps from the Country Club Plaza.

Second Home: The Symphony will wholly own the new venue and contract with Music and Event Management, Inc. (MEMI) to operate it. MEMI, a subsidiary of the Cincinnati Symphony Orchestra. Meanwhile, Helzberg Hall at the Kauffman Center remains the Symphony's orchestral home, with its robust 100+ performance annual schedule continuing unchanged.

Moonshots for Mother Earth: For the second season, Boulevard and the Royals are planting 420 trees for every "moonshot" home run hit by a Royals player this season, defined as a homer of 420 feet or more. Last season the initiative resulted in more than 10,000 trees planted. To get involved locally, anyone who volunteers for a KC Parks cleanup shift between April 1 and 15 will receive a complimentary pair of tickets to the Earth Day Royals game on April 22nd at 1:10pm.

Beer & Baseball: April 22nd also marks the return of Space Camper Day, with the first 7,500 fans 21 and older receiving Royals x Space Camper color-changing sunglasses. Boulevard will offer complimentary Space Camper IPA Saga samples at the Space Camper Space Station Bar near section 420, plus a chance to win a three-foot Space Camper bobblehead.

At the Heart: This is the only chance to see all 150 sculptures in one place before they spread out across more than 50 communities throughout the KC region. The event features meet-and-greets with selected artists, family-friendly activities, games, and interactive experiences celebrating KC's creative community. Tickets are $12 for adults and $6 for children ages 3 to 11, with kids under 2 free.

Support Local Art: The 2026 Parade of Hearts represents a $375,000 investment in local artists, with each selected "Heartist" receiving a $2,500 stipend. This year's edition also debuts a newly redesigned heart sculpture: larger and circular in form, symbolizing unity, with a signature keyhole representing openness and connection.

⚾️ 2+ Runs = 1 Great Deal: The Royals scored 2+ runs in their 3-1 home opener victory against the Minnesota Twins yesterday, which means Daily Dine Cards are 50% off for 24 hours! Get your card (for just $12.50) and support 12 of KC’s best local restaurants.

🏆 Champ Crowned Tomorrow: The winner of the 2026 BBQ Bracket will be announced tomorrow, meaning today is the last day to vote! If you haven’t already, submit your pick for the final: Scott’s Kitchen vs. Jack Stack Barbecue.

🍺 Will Work 4 Beer: Big Grove Brewery is gearing up to open at The Shops of Prairie Village (May 21st is the targeted Grand Opening) and needs to fill 100+ positions. Open interviews are April 6th through 8th at Hotel Indigo in downtown KC. Apply here.

👋 Goodbye, Francesca: Francesca’s, a women’s clothing boutique, has officially closed on the Country Club Plaza.

🍳 Gas for Breakfast: With gas prices surging, Snooze Eatery is knocking $3.09 (average Missouri gas price) off dine-in checks at its Westport and Overland Park locations through April 3rd. No minimum spend required, just mention the promotion to your server.

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