The Weekend Slice 🍕

Who’s ready for a wonderful weekend? Here’s what’s in store today:

🎉 13 things to do this weekend

🍎 More freedom and deeper learning at Wonder KC

🍕Martin City Tavern opens in South Plaza

🏠 House Hunch

📲 This week’s most-clicked stories

Events

Weekend Roundup 🎉

Happy Friday! Here are 13 things to do around Kansas City this weekend:

All Weekend Long

🪄 The Wiz brings its groundbreaking twist on The Wizard of Oz to the stage at Municipal Auditorium Music Hall with five shows throughout the weekend.

⚾️ The Royals host a three-game series against the New York Mets at Kauffman Stadium, with Military Day set for Saturday and Mizzou Day set for Sunday.

💡 Acellus World, a three-day celebration of STEM programs for students, parents, and educators, will feature carnival rides, educational sessions, and live entertainment to the Acellus Conference Center at 10800 N. Ambassador Dr.

Friday

🌪️ WeekEnder kicks off tonight at Crown Center Square with live music from Damien Gunn Band at 6pm, followed by a free screening of Twisters around 9pm.*

🪕 Grab your picnics, blankets, and lawn chairs and catch a live concert from the Knobtown Skiffle Band at The Museum of Kansas City from 7-9pm.*

🚦 Zona Rosa hosts Summer Concerts in the Park tonight from 6:30-8:30pm with live music from Right on Red.

Saturday

🐕 Bring your pup to the Dog Days of Zona Shop Crawl. Sips & treats for you & your furry bestie. Free dog caricatures and more from 3-7pm!*

👕 Go hunting for some vintage finds from some of Kansas City’s best vendors at The Super Vintage Market at 1808 McGee St. from 10am-6pm.

🎨 The Leedy-Voulkos Art Center (2012 Baltimore Ave) will host an Artist Talk with Anne Garney at 1pm as she highlights her colorful travels on canvas.

⚽️ Round one of the Teal Rising Cup features two international matches at CPKC Stadium: Chicago Stars vs. Corinthians SC at 4:30pm, followed by Kansas City Current vs. Palmeiras at 8pm.

🐶 Grab your furry friends and head to J. Rieger & Co. for Pepper’s 10th Birthday Pawty from 12-3pm. There will be frozen treats, dog-themed crafts, doggie massages, and more!

Sunday

🌀 The 2025 KC Fringe Festival kicks off a two-week celebration of arts and culture featuring live performances, visual art, and film throughout the metro.

🎳 Summit Lanes in Lee’s Summit (803 SW Oldham Parkway) hosts Back to the 50’s from 12-5pm. A $6 cover charge gets you $0.50 games, hot dogs, soda, and shoe rentals.

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Food & Drink

Martin City Tavern Opens in South Plaza

Here’s a slice of good news for your Friday: Martin City Tavern is officially open at 4950 Main St. in the South Plaza.

• South Plaza Slices: The South Plaza Tavern took over the former Spin Pizza space which closed in January, and is Martin City’s 9th metro location. This new location features Martin City’s signature pizzas, alongside handhelds, entrees, wings, and more.

• Become a Regular: In addition to boasting some of the city’s best pizza and craft beer, Martin City also offers one of the city’s best VIP programs. For just $29/month, you receive your choice of 4 6-packs to go (Martin City location only), a $35 credit, or a pizza & salad combo along with a variety of other exclusive deals.

South Plaza Tavern is open Sunday through Thursday 11am-9 pm and Friday-Saturday 11am - 11pm.

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ICYMI

This Week’s Top Stories 📲

1. A lot of our readers/followers were interested in the vintage NLBM sweatshirt worn in a recent episode of FX’s The Bear. We found where to buy it.

2. The final field design was revealed for Kansas’ David Booth Kansas Memorial Stadium, which is undergoing a $448 million renovation.

3. Cosmo Burger is officially open in the Crossroads at 1815 Locust St. This is their second metro location, joining Waldo. (7438 Wornall)

4. Ted Lasso will film in Blue Springs on July 23 and pending permit approval, in Lee’s Summit July 23-24.

5. The Skyline Rooftop at 2999 Troost Ave. officially opens TODAY serving delicious cocktails and stunning views.

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