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Daily Email - Friday - 06/05/2026

I KNOW you and I are both about to head out the door for Pride, so I'll make this quick.

First things first: one of YOUR favorite KC food reviewers, plus one of our Local List legends, Tiffany Watts, will be on the podcast stage talking all things food.

Now, before you throw on your outfit, grab your glitter, and head to PrideFest...

Enter to win a trip to LadyLand Festival! We're talking three stages, 20 artists, and one massive Pride celebration. One lucky winner will score VIP tickets, exclusive swag, a hotel stay at Arlo Williamsburg, and $600 in travel credit.

The lineup? Absolutely stacked: Kim Petras, Romy, CupcakKe, DJ Gigola, and more incredible LGBTQ+ artists and allies.*

JUST ANNOUNCED

  • Enter to win tickets to Sound Mandala at Unicorn Theatre. Running June 10th through August 1st, this immersive experience blends sound, storytelling, and art into something you truly have to experience for yourself. Win tickets.*

  • Stretch it out, breathe it in, and celebrate Pride with intention. Power Hour Pride Yoga is taking over the Power & Light District tomorrow for an evening of movement, community, and good vibes.

  • BEAR BUST: PRIDE is bringing big energy, big personalities, and a whole lot of Pride celebration to Woody's KC. Expect a packed house and an unforgettable night.

  • Brunch is great. Drag brunch is better. Nine Zero One Rooftop is serving dazzling performances, mimosas, and brunch favorites with skyline views that make the whole thing feel a little extra.

  • Your apartment wall deserves better. Paint and Sip: Pride in the Sky at Hook Gallery & Framing combines creativity, cocktails, and colorful Pride-inspired art for an afternoon that's equal parts relaxing and fun.

PRIDEFEST IS OFFICIALLY ON

Besties, PrideFest kicks off TONIGHT at 5 PM, which means we are literally less than an hour away from turning Theis Park into one giant celebration.

Here's your weekend lineup. Planning on living your best Pride life all weekend long? Grab a $20 weekend pass because gas is high, but Pride doesn't have to be.

Find the full schedule, tickets, and festival details here.

And if you think we're only celebrating this weekend... WRONG. Kansas City is showing up for Pride all month long.

We've rounded up Pride parties, drag shows, markets, community events, and more happening across KC throughout June.

TONIGHT

Southern Avenue at Knuckleheads

FreakniKC ‘26 at The Royal Mansion

House of Heavy at The Bottleneck

Gorillat at Warehouse on Broadway

Deric Cahill at KC Funny Bone

LOCALS ONLY

  • Every day, Do816 answers the question “What are we going to do tonight?” for countless people. To do this right, we believe in and are committed to doing things locally. Partner with us.

  • Does anyone need to take their boo out on a date? From cozy cocktails and romantic dinners to fun adventures and unexpected experiences, we've rounded up some of the best date spots to impress your boo.

  • Do your future self a favor and check out these Pride dos and don'ts before you arrive. The less time we spend in line, the more time we spend celebrating.

Okay, that's enough from me. KC Pride starts soon, and we've got places to be. 🌈💃

Chat with ya soon,
Lo Mchel
@Lo.mchel
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