It’s finally Friday, and although we were definitely outside last night… I fear Q might have to see me tonight. My old, exhausted body is begging me to stay home, but KC, what do y’all think I should do?

Also, you know you can actually email me, right? I really do write back. Peer pressure me into my weekend plans.

While I wait for y’all’s opinions, let me help with yours. Go enter to win tickets, gift cards, and more on your favorite page… our GIVEAWAYS, and keep reading for what you should do this weekend.

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• KC Burger Week takes over at Tin Roof from now until May 24th with half-off burgers and enough truffle aioli to share. Their Black Diamond Burger is to die for. But, lucky you, you don’t have to die for it.*

• Futurebirds land at recordBar on July 8th, bringing hazy southern rock, cosmic-country energy, and songs that feel made for late-night drives with the windows down.

• Young the Giant and Cold War Kids take over Starlight Theatre on August 2nd for a massive indie-rock double bill packed with soaring vocals, nostalgic anthems, and enough singalongs to lose your voice by the encore.

• J. Cole brings his introspective bars, arena-shaking production, and emotionally raw storytelling to the T-Mobile Center on August 19th for a show guaranteed to have the entire crowd screaming every word back at him.

• Derek Hough returns to The Midland Theatre on July 12th with SYMPHONY OF DANCE: ENCORE, blending ballroom precision, explosive choreography, and full-theater spectacle into a performance that feels equal parts concert and fever dream.

THE LOCAL’S LIST: JACKIE NGUYEN

This week’s Local’s List is all about one of the people actively reshaping Kansas City’s coffee and culture scene in real time. Jackie Nguyen is the founder of Café Cà Phê, a Vietnamese coffee shop.

Through Café Cà Phê, she’s bringing Vietnamese coffee culture into everyday KC life while building a space that feels equal parts café, creative hub, and community gathering place.

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• If all of that didn’t convince you, we’re checking out one of KC’s newest tattoo spots this weekend. Global Tattoo KC is officially on your radar. It’s right across from Ruby Jean's Juicery, see you there.

• Whether it's a meet-up with an old friend or a date night, our curated list of the Best Cocktail Bars in KC has you covered. Dive into bold choices and explore the gems below. Cheers to unforgettable experiences!

• Here’s your ultimate guide to making your birthday in Kansas City unforgettable. It’s your birthday, happy birthday!

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