Kansas City, I spent all night sewing, doing my hair, and making social posts for the million little projects I somehow keep starting, you know, busy bee behavior. Today, Red Bull is definitely my bestie, and I’ll be bouncing between Parlor and Goat & Rabbit tonight if anyone wants to pull up and kick it.

Before all that, let’s get you tickets to Louis Tomlinson’s How Did We Get Here? World Tour on July 2nd at Cable Dahmer Arena. Enter now and don’t miss your shot.

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• Andy Grammer brings The Big Stupid Heart Tour to Voodoo Lounge on August 6th with feel-good pop anthems, zero shame, and moments where the entire crowd starts dancing like nobody’s watching.

• Your 2000s emo playlist is coming to life. Taking Back Sunday, Thrice, and Saves The Day hit The Midland Theatre on October 4th for a night full of scream-singing, nostalgia, and emotionally devastating lyrics.

• Sarah McLachlan returns to Starlight on July 24th with haunting vocals, emotional ballads, and a performance that makes an outdoor theater feel weirdly intimate.

• Folk legends Judy Collins and Bruce Cockburn head to Liberty Hall on September 9th for a night packed with timeless songwriting, soft harmonies, and stories that somehow still feel painfully relevant.

• Black Veil Brides bring the Vindicatour to Uptown Theater on September 6th with massive riffs, dramatic energy, and enough eyeliner to survive the apocalypse.

COCKTAIL LOUNGES IN KC

The weekend is days away, and I don’t know about you, but I could use a lil drink. These are my favorite lounges to hit up when I’m in the mood to either drink and read or drink and chill with friends. Check them out.

THIS WEEKEND

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• We are officially entering Pride season, and the calendar is already stacked with drag shows, parties, markets, performances, and community events across the city. Check it out.

• 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.

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

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