Today is actually Friday, so that's some good news. There are so many events happening this weekend, but don't forget to grab a paleta on the Plaza; they're first-come, first-served.

You know what's not first-come, first-served? These free tickets to see Kacey Musgraves on September 23rd at T-Mobile Center. Go ahead and throw your name in the hat. Future you will be glad you did.

JUST ANNOUNCED

• If Matt Mathews keeps showing up on your FYP, here's your sign to see him live. On October 17th at Ameristar, the Alabama farmer-turned-comedian is bringing his Not What I Ordered World Tour to KC.

• Dust off the boots because Bocephus is headed to town. On September 19th at Morton Amphitheater, Hank Williams Jr. is bringing more than five decades of outlaw country to the stage.

• Jeff Arcuri has built a massive following by making complete strangers the funniest part of the show. On March 11th at The Midland Theatre, the crowd-work king will turn awkward conversations into comedy gold.

• Plus other just announced events like Digable Planets, for KING + COUNTRY, Night Market, and more!

LOCALS LIST: DATE NIGHT VERSION

Today’s Locals List is brought to you by my hella gay friends.

I asked them one very important question: "What's your favorite date night spot in KC?" And because they have excellent taste (obviously), they delivered.

Let’s see who had the time to respond. Now, I didn’t give them much time; let me say that. But, we have a few lovers with cute date night recs.

TONIGHT

LOCALS ONLY

• It’s Friday, and that means it’s only right that I put you on to something free, right? Got a birthday coming up? Consider this my gift to you. I rounded up all the Kansas City spots that'll hook you up with birthday freebies. You're welcome, birthday bestie.

• Now, where will I be this weekend, you ask? I can’t miss the Bring Your Own Pool Party at Grinders, it’s going to be cray cray. Then, I’ll end my weekend in a muumuu at the MuuMuus & Mimosas event.

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