We’re back with another round of shows, events, and reasons to get out this week.

Let’s get it poppin’ with not one, but two days of heavy hitters. The Genesis Festival is pulling up with stacked lineups both nights — Day 1 brings RL Grime, Baauer, and Coo & Breezy, and Day 2 turns it up with Liquid Stranger, Rusko, A Hundred Drums + more. Two days, nonstop energy, no breaks.

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• Razor-sharp bars, heavy bass, and zero skips. Freddie Gibbs pulls up for a night of raw lyricism and nonstop energy. Catch one of hip-hop’s most respected voices live.

• Big hooks, melodic chaos, and a lineup stacked with hitmakers. Don Toliver hits the T-Mobile Center on June 17th with SahBabii, SoFaygo, and Chase B for a full-scale rap spectacle.

• Green fits, day-drinking energy, and a soundtrack built for dancing in the streets. Shamrocks & Shenanigans with BONNIE X CLYDE takes over KC Live! on March 17th for a St. Patrick’s Day party that doesn’t slow down.

• Intimate, reflective, and legendary for a reason. Paul Simon brings A Quiet Celebration to Starlight on June 16th, revisiting a catalog that’s shaped generations.

• Bold storytelling, modern country grit, and songs made to hit hard live. Ella Langley brings The Dandelion Tour to Cable Dahmer Arena on June 19th.

WHERE TO GET B-DAY FREEBIES

February birthdays, this one’s for you. KC is loaded with birthday freebies, and all it takes is a quick sign-up and your ID. Cold month, warm perks. Let’s celebrate.

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• If you’re looking for ways to make a difference, you’re not alone. From volunteer opportunities and petitions to meetups, book clubs, rallies, and more. However you choose to show up, there’s a place for you.

• Tattoos are a powerful form of self-expression, which is why finding a solid shop is key! Kansas City boasts a plethora of tattoo studios, but we’ve narrowed it down to our absolute favorites.

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