The carnival is back… and it’s got a dark side. On October 25th, Electric Park at J. Rieger & Co. becomes a Halloween playground full of live DJs, immersive spectacles, and chills around every corner. Think you can handle it? Enter now for a chance to win VIP tickets and find out.

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• Give Up The Ghost hits Aura Nightclub on December 13th, bringing back the intensity that made them legends of early 2000s hardcore. It’s going to be a roots reunion.

• Cardi B hits the T-Mobile Center in March for her Little Miss Drama Tour. Will you be in the front row or in the crowd, saying “Okurrr”? Grab tickets while you can.

• Who needs the beach when The Moss are in town? KC, they’re bringing surfy vibes and indie bangers to The Madrid in May, and it’s gonna feel like a sweaty house party with your 500 closest friends.

• Remember the voice that soundtracked a generation? Louis Tomlinson will bring the How Did We Get Here? World Tour to Cable Dahmer Arena in July, a mix of new anthems, old memories, and a lot of heart.

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👻 Boo, KC! October is here, which means haunted nights and cozy fall days are calling. Time to pick apples, carve pumpkins, and maybe swap a scary story or two. Are you hiding under the covers or chasing chills this weekend?

TONIGHT

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• The KC Defender is back with Black Feast Week, starting Monday with the People’s Buyout. Support Black-owned restaurants and power the movement. Learn more about the restaurants involved here.

• On November 29th, KC G.I.F.T. is hosting their Small Black Business Market. Come support entrepreneurs and discover new favorites.

• We’re on the hunt for a Content Intern to help us spotlight the best events, weirdest local legends, and general chaos that makes city life fun. You’ll get hands-on experience with writing, social media, brand voice, and more.

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Oh, hey Friday… we’ve been waiting for you all week (not to be dramatic or anything). 😉