The Truman

Courtney Barnett returns with of Habit, a bold and generous new album that finds her embracing change with clarity, curiosity, and renewed purpose. Recorded in Joshua Tree and Los Angeles and shaped by instinct rather than over-planning, the record captures Barnett at her most open, channeling restless energy, hard-won optimism, and the quiet beauty of paying attention to life as it happens.
Creature of Habit, Barnett’s fourth studio album, continues her lifelong inquiry into how to get out of your own way and truly feel your life, this time from a more compassionate, less binary place. Across sharp, driving songs and reflective moments alike, she explores transformation, uncertainty, and the small revelations that emerge through patience and observation. This album proves why Barnett is not only one of the most innovative songwriters of her time but undeniably one of the most impressive rock guitarists of her generation.
In Barnett’s hands, fragments of everyday life become rich and riveting. She first earned critical acclaim with 2013’s The Double EP: A Sea of Split Peas, breaking into the mainstream with her 2015 debut Sometimes I Sit and Think, and Sometimes I Just Sit, which garnered a Grammy nomination for Best New Artist and remains a generational touchstone. She followed with the acclaimed collaborative album Lotta Sea Lice with Kurt Vile (2017), the politically charged Tell Me How You Really Feel (2018), and the introspective Things Take Time, Take Time (2021). A formidable live performer, Barnett has played major festivals including Coachella, Glastonbury, Primavera, and Lollapalooza, bringing her incisive lyrics and virtuosic guitar work to audiences around the world.<a href="https://eventvesta.com/events/144138/t/tickets" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">View Tickets &amp; More Info</a>

Local Event: Courtney Barnett

Jackson County

Kansas City

Missouri

Courtney Barnett

Courtney Barnett returns with  of Habit, a bold and generous new album that finds her embracing change with clarity, curiosity,...

Unity Temple on the Plaza

Candlelight concerts bring the magic of a live, multi-sensory musical experience to awe-inspiring locations like never seen before in Kansas City. Get your tickets now to discover the music of Fleetwood Mac at The Sanctuary - Unity Temple on the Plaza under the gentle glow of candlelight.
 This is a tribute concert experience. It is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or sponsored by the artist, their estate, or official representatives.
General Info Venue: The Sanctuary - Unity Temple on the Plaza Dates and times: select your dates/times directly in the ticket selector Duration: 60 minutes. Doors open 60 minutes before the show. No entry once it starts. Age requirement: 8 years old or older. Anyone under the age of 16 must be accompanied by an adult Accessibility: ADA compliant View the FAQs for this event <a href="https://docs.google.com/document/d/1dGb-9lRG7QEYMTehsw_fOwjjsoNnhhMg2QzlLnuUs2k/pub" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">here</a> Seating is assigned on a first come first served basis in each zone If you would like to book a private concert or buy regular tickets for a large group (+30 people), click <a href="https://candlelightexperience.com/groups/#groups-form" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">here</a> Check out all the <a href="https://feverup.com/en/kansas-city/candlelight" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Candlelight concerts</a> in Kansas City To treat your friends and family to a Candlelight gift card, click <a href="https://feverup.com/m/115284" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">here</a>
Tentative Program
<ul><li>Everywhere</li><li>Gypsy</li><li>You Make Loving Fun</li><li>Never Going Back Again</li><li>Don't Stop</li><li>Gold Dust Woman</li><li>Go Your Own Way</li><li>Landslide</li><li>Little Lies</li><li>Songbird</li><li>Rhiannon</li><li>The Chain</li></ul>
Performers
<ul><li>Fountain City String Quartet</li></ul>
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Local Event: Candlelight: Tribute to Fleetwood Mac

Candlelight: Tribute to Fleetwood Mac

Candlelight concerts bring the magic of a live, multi-sensory musical experience to awe-inspiring locations like never seen...

Tanger Kansas City at Legends

Tanger Outlets Kansas City at Legends will launch its new TangerKids Grants Program for the 2026/27 academic year, supporting local education initiatives and providing resources that help students thrive. As part of the Tanger family, the open-air shopping center joins more than 40 other properties across Tanger’s portfolio for this annual tradition, which kicks off each back-to-school season and helps fund classroom enhancements for students in the community. Educators in the KCK area are encouraged to apply for funding at <a href="https://email.emailbrave.com/c/eJxkyzFuwzAMAMDXWGMgUjJFDhq65B8USScGErewhby_6Nz9zrsCmEuKDo1prYUY0rOrOA4xoSrsxYsg-LDBK4SVJpz2jhkpMyDUzBluW_Zo0gwbbU2tLTXHW_fXOPUTN_t-p1d_zvlzLeVrwfuC98epx7xuU49HnH9iwXs6-37MOI_r_599YNNC4a5qkFFqIeehRoMge1iaHdkyGdGmRVZuVkcJhlUCLALXLX06_gYAAP__2ZpIRg" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">grants.tanger.com</a> from Aug. 17 through Oct. 18.
The TangerKids Grants Program gives teachers and education leaders across the country the opportunity to identify classroom and school needs and request funding for programs that support student success. Grants may be used for initiatives that enhance learning environments, improve accessibility, address student needs and provide additional resources for schools and classrooms. Faculty members at public and private schools serving pre-K through grade 12 students are eligible to apply.
For 30 years, Tanger has invested in education by providing more than $3.9 million in grants to schools and educational programs across the communities it serves through 38 outlet centers and four open-air lifestyle centers. In 2025, TangerKids Grants awarded an estimated $200,000 to initiatives throughout the U.S. and Canada, with a focus on supporting inclusive classroom environments, underserved schools and programs that address evolving student needs.
Grant winners for 2026 in each community will be announced and celebrated during the center’s annual TangerKids Day in January 2027.

Local Event: Tanger Outlets Kansas City Opens 2026 TangerKids Grants Program for Local Schools and Educators

Tanger Outlets Kansas City Opens 2026...

Tanger Outlets Kansas City at Legends will launch its new TangerKids Grants Program for the 2026/27 academic year, supporting...

Tanger Outlets Kansas City Opens 2026 TangerKids Grants Program for Local Schools and Educators

Ladies and gentlemen, boys and girls, are you ready for the time of your life? Garden Bros Fun Factory is coming to Independence, MO, and we are ready to provide you with non-stop, thrilling action that will blow your mind!
Its HUMANS GONE WILD! Death-defying stunts, dancers, acrobats and aerial entertainment, lights, and thrills that will leave you speechless. It's a five-ring stage of breathless action that will make you gasp, cheer, and wonder.
Give us 2 hours of your time and we will provide you with memories that will last a lifetime!

Local Event: Garden Bros Fun Factory

Independence

Garden Bros Fun Factory

Ladies and gentlemen, boys and girls, are you ready for the time of your life? Garden Bros Fun Factory is coming to...

Funny Bone Comedy Club & Restaurant

For More Information, Visit kc.funnybone.com
About the Artist: Kel Perez is a viral sensation and stand-up comedian who has captivated millions with his hilarious social media skits. As a Hispanic he started creating funny relatable videos that eventually took the internet by storm and started to reach not only hispanics but all different people from different backgrounds. His unique brand of humor has earned him features on major networks like Telemundo, Univision, and more. With a massive online following, he’s now taking his talent to the stage, delivering hilarious performances that leave live audiences in stitches. He’s quickly becoming a favorite on the comedy circuit. Whether performing in clubs, theaters, or on social media, Kel connects with audiences through his unique perspective and engaging storytelling. 
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Ticket Policy: The Funny Bone has a full bar and a dinner menu is available to every guest through your server when you are seated in the showroom! Seating is done on a first come first seated basis. If you wish to sit with another party, please let us know by contacting us through our website 24 hours before the show and please arrive and enter the showroom together. Our tables seat 4 people per table. If you have less than 4 tickets, you may be seated with other guests from a separate party at the same table. All sales are final. No refunds or exchanges. Sales tax and service fees are included in the ticket price. This event is 21+ and all guests will need valid ID to enter. <a href="https://eventvesta.com/events/137565/t/tickets" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">View Tickets &amp; More Info</a>

Local Event: Kel Perez

Kel Perez

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About the Artist: Kel Perez is a viral sensation and stand-up comedian who has...

SINCE PRESENTS Pretty Girls Run the World Tour Loe Shimmy
Date Fri, August 21, 2026
Time 8:00 PM
Doors 7:00 PM
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Local Event: Loe Shimmy

Loe Shimmy

SINCE PRESENTS Pretty Girls Run the World Tour Loe Shimmy
Date Fri, August 21, 2026
Time 8:00 PM
Doors 7:00 PM
The Truman is a...

Several years ago, Master Bespoke Tailor Eric W. Stiles Sr. taught professional online fashion classes through 61 colleges across the United States and 2 colleges in Canada. The college serving your community was one of those institutions, giving local residents the opportunity to study professional sewing, tailoring, garment construction, pattern making, alterations, and other specialized fashion skills.
As the nationwide program continued to grow, Mr. Stiles stepped away from online teaching to redesign the program and make it more affordable and accessible. Those classes are now returning through EWS Fashion Academy, with Online Mini-Courses beginning September 12, 2026. Unlike the previous college-sponsored program, students now register directly through the Academy, and most Mini-Course sessions are just $17.00.
With more than four decades of experience, advanced training with Brioni in Italy, professional work with Brioni, Giorgio Armani, Polo Ralph Lauren, and Tom Ford, and teaching both online and live at 11 Illinois colleges, Mr. Stiles continues to bring professional fashion education to students everywhere.
To learn more about the returning online classes, view the complete course offerings, read Mr. Stiles' professional background, and register for upcoming Mini-Courses, visit:
<a href="https://ewsacademy.org/NEWEST-1-TRYOUT.HTML" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">https://ewsacademy.org/NEWEST-1-TRYOUT.HTML</a>
Classes begin September 12, 2026. Register early and watch for additional Mini-Courses that will be added throughout the year.

Local Event: After Teaching Through 61 U.S. Colleges, Mr. EWS Returns with Affordable Online Fashion Class

Johnson County

Overland Park

Kansas

After Teaching Through 61 U.S. Colleges, Mr....

Several years ago, Master Bespoke Tailor Eric W. Stiles Sr. taught professional online fashion classes through 61 colleges...

After Teaching Through 61 U.S. Colleges, Mr. EWS Returns with Affordable Online Fashion Class

HAYLA has delivered her majestic, powerful voice all throughout the world of music. Growing up in Liverpool and immersed in sound from an early age, her relationship with music feels instinctive rather than deliberate. One of her earliest and most formative influences was Whitney Houston's Bodyguard album, a record that left a lasting emotional imprint and set the tone for her deep connection to vocal expression and feeling-led music. From performing in bands around the UK and teaching singing lessons, to taking the stage at the Hollywood Bowl with deadmau5 and closing out Coachella, HAYLA's journey has been one of quiet, unstoppable momentum.
She is now one of electronic music's most recognisable and in-demand voices. Her GRAMMY nomination came via "Escape," her collaboration on deadmau5 and Kaskade's celebrated LP Kx5, and she became a Gold-certified artist through "Where You Are," her smash co-write with John Summit. Both tracks alongside Summit collaboration "Shiver" reached #1 on SiriusXM's BPM, giving her the top song three years running. She has since added further Dance Radio #1s to her name: "Without You" with Kygo, "Another World" with MEDUZA, and the operatic "In My Arms" with ILLENIUM, which features on his #1 Billboard Dance Album chart project ODYSSEY alongside collaborations with Ellie Goulding and Ryan Tedder. Her collaboration with multi-platinum pop icon Nelly Furtado, "FADED" released via Casablanca Records is a haunting, cinematic dancefloor anthem that melds electronic atmosphere with emotional storytelling, and earned HAYLA a nomination for Best Collaboration at the Electronic Dance Music Awards (EDMAs).
As a solo artist, HAYLA released her debut album DUSK (Restless Minds Music/Believe UK), earning a cover slot on Spotify's Mint playlist and a "Hottest Record" accolade on BBC Radio 1. Among its standout singles, "Visions Of You" reached #2 on Mediabase's Most Played chart at dance radio in 2025 and broke into the top 10 on Billboard Dance Airplay a landmark moment for HAYLA as a solo artist in her own right and commands over 6.2 million monthly listeners on Spotify.
In late 2025, HAYLA embarked on a headline North American tour, following a landmark summer that included debut appearances at major PRIDE festivals across the U.S., two solo sets opening for Kygo at Ushuaïa Ibiza, and support slots at Red Rocks Amphitheatre. The tour culminated in sold-out shows at iconic venues including El Rey Theatre in Los Angeles and appearances at major festivals including ILLENIUM's Ember Shores.
Now, HAYLA enters an exciting new chapter. She is nominated across multiple prestigious awards in early 2026: an iHeartRadio Music Award for "In My Arms" in the Dance Song of the Year category and four EDMAs including Female Artist of the Year, Vocalist of the Year, Dance Radio Artist of the Year, and Best Collaboration. She won a Femmy Award for Best Vocalist at Miami Music WeekShe and is also set to make her solo debut on the main stage at EDC Las Vegas in May 2026, having already appeared on the EDC Mexico main stage.
On the 18th March, HAYLA took to the stage at St Pancras Church in London for an exclusive show performing entirely new music from her upcoming album, a bold statement of intent and a clear signal of her musical evolution.
That album represents HAYLA's most personal and ambitious work to date, one that draws from a wide and unconventional palette: progressive metal, electronic music, melancholy singer-songwriter traditions, and atmospheric storytelling. Influences range from Chelsea Wolfe, Deftones, and Nick Drake to classical and jazz. The album was not planned or over-produced, it "just happened," guided by atmosphere and emotion rather than genre or trend.
HAYLA describes her sound as "sad bitch music": emotionally heavy yet hopeful, melancholic but empowering. Themes of loss, love, grief, and resilience run throughout. Rather than offering answers, the music holds space allowing listeners to find their own meaning. New single "Heal" was released on 10th March. The message at the heart of it all is simple but powerful: you are not alone.<a href="https://eventvesta.com/events/145869/t/tickets" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">View Tickets &amp; More Info</a>

Local Event: Hayla

Hayla

HAYLA has delivered her majestic, powerful voice all throughout the world of music. Growing up in Liverpool and immersed in...

Prairiefire

Race Day Schedule 5:30-6:45am Packet Pickup 6:55am Kids Dash (Meet at the Start Line and we will walk participants out to the starting area) 7:00am National Anthem and Race Start! Results and Awards are live and available at the Registration tent immediately following your finish!
Every Registration Includes Great Swag - designer shirt Custom medal Chip-timing with live results and awards Free photos FREE Kona Ice at the finish line! Plenty of fun! Grab your friends and family, you are not going to want to miss this one!
*Youth-based pricing for the 5k/10k, 12 &amp; Under are only $17!
*Register by midnight on Thursday, two Thursdays before race day, to guarantee your shirt!
More Than a Run Because we’re all about fun, family-friendly events that welcome every pace and fitness level. This spring race is the perfect chance to challenge yourself, enjoy creative swag, and be part of an encouraging, affordable, and inclusive community. Whether you're chasing a PR or just showing up for the fun, we’re here to cheer you on every step of the way.
Run your race, your way.
5K/10K/15K registration includes a custom bib, designer shirt, and a custom finisher medal! 1 Mile registration is untimed and includes a custom bib, designer shirt, and a custom finisher medal! The kid's dash is a fun, untimed dash for our kiddos ages 10 and under. Registration includes a mini bib, youth-sized shirt, and a specifically crafted medal for our kids' dash event! (If your child wants to run the kid's dash, and doesn't want the SWAG, they are welcome to run with us on race day for free!)<a href="https://eventvesta.com/events/147156/t/tickets" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">View Tickets &amp; More Info</a>

Local Event: Summer Sizzler- Kansas City

Summer Sizzler- Kansas City

Race Day Schedule 5:30-6:45am Packet Pickup 6:55am Kids Dash (Meet at the Start Line and we will walk participants out to the...

For More Information, Visit kc.funnybone.com
About the Artist: Trae Crowder first gained international attention (or notoriety depending on your politics) in 2016 for his hugely viral series of “Liberal Redneck” comedic “porch rant” videos. Since then, Trae has written a best-selling book, The Liberal Redneck Manifesto: Draggin Dixie Outta The Dark, toured the country thrice over playing sold out theatre shows under the WellRED Comedy Tour banner, appeared on Real Time with Bill Maher (HBO), Nightline (ABC), The View, Last Word with Lawrence O'Donnell (MSNBC), NPR, WTF with Marc Maron, MTV, CNN, Huffington Post and in the Veronica Mars reboot, as “Chattanooga Charlie”, among many others. Initially from rural Celina, TN, Trae now lives in Los Angeles, CA and has developed and sold five scripted pilots for Warner Bros TV, ABC, and FOX and continues to work as a writer. Trae stars in and produces regular sketches for Comedy Central, Funny or Die, ATTN, Facebook Watch, New York Daily News which have garnered tens of millions of views online. Crowder also co-wrote and produced an hour-long documentary titled Inherent Good, featuring Crowder and former presidential candidate Andrew Yang, about universal basic income. Additionally, Trae co-hosts the hugely popular “WellRED,” “Evening Skews” and “Puttin’ On Airs” podcasts. His debut 30-minute standup comedy special was taped in 2021 in Nashville, TN and his latest full-length special "Trash Daddy" is avaialble now on YouTube. He also continues to rant and rave on the internet to the mostly-delight of his lovely fanbase.
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Ticket Policy: The Funny Bone has a full bar and a dinner menu is available to every guest through your server when you are seated in the showroom! Seating is done on a first come first seated basis. If you wish to sit with another party, please let us know by contacting us through our website 24 hours before the show and please arrive and enter the showroom together. Our tables seat 4 people per table. If you have less than 4 tickets, you may be seated with other guests from a separate party at the same table. All sales are final. No refunds or exchanges. Sales tax and service fees are included in the ticket price. This event is 21+ and all guests will need valid ID to enter.Happens on the following Dates: Aug 29, 2026, 6:30pm to 8:00pm Timezone: Central Time (US &amp; Canada) Aug 29, 2026, 9:15pm to 10:45pm Timezone: Central Time (US &amp; Canada) <a href="https://eventvesta.com/events/124061/t/tickets" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">View Tickets &amp;&nbsp;More Info</a>

Local Event: Trae Crowder

Trae Crowder

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About the Artist: Trae Crowder first gained international attention (or notoriety...

🕺 Dance to the King of Pop all night long 👑️
Michael Jackson Night at The Truman on Saturday, August 29th!
We are spinning non-stop MJ classics alongside a sprinkle of iconic 70s and 80s anthems to keep the floor moving from open to close.<a href="https://eventvesta.com/events/157087/t/tickets" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">View Tickets &amp; More Info</a>

Local Event: Michael Jackson Night - 18+

Michael Jackson Night - 18+

🕺 Dance to the King of Pop all night long 👑️
Michael Jackson Night at The Truman on Saturday, August 29th!
We are spinning...

Candlelight concerts bring the magic of a live, multi-sensory musical experience to awe-inspiring locations like never seen before in Kansas City. Get your tickets now to discover the music of 90s Unplugged at The Sanctuary - Unity Temple on the Plaza under the gentle glow of candlelight.
This is a tribute concert experience. It is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or sponsored by the artist, their estate, or official representatives. General Info Venue: The Sanctuary - Unity Temple on the Plaza Dates and times: select your dates/times directly in the ticket selector Duration: 60 minutes. Doors open 45 minutes before the show. No entry once it starts Age requirement: 8 years old or older. Anyone under the age of 16 must be accompanied by an adult Accessibility: this venue is ADA compliant View the FAQs for this event here Seating is assigned on a first come first served basis in each zone If you would like to book a private concert or buy regular tickets for a large group (+30 people), click here Check out all the Candlelight concerts in Kansas City To treat your friends and family to a Candlelight gift card, click here
Tentative Program
Everlong - Foo Fighters Don't Speak - No Doubt Zombie - The Cranberries Ironic - Alanis Morrissette Wonderwall - Oasis High and Dry - Radiohead Enter Sandman - Metallica Under the Bridge - Red Hot Chili Peppers Fly Away - Lenny Kravitz Hallelujah - Jeff Buckley Tears in Heaven - Eric Clapton Smells Like Teen Spirit - Nirvana Performers
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Local Event: Candlelight: 90s Unplugged

Candlelight: 90s Unplugged

Weston Wine Company

Where you lead, I will follow. Join us for an evening dedicated to one of television's most beloved series. From Friday night dinners and Dragonfly Inn adventures to Luke's Diner and town meetings, we'll cover all the moments that made us fall in love with Gilmore Girls. Teams of 2-6 players compete for prizes and bragging rights. Tickets include three complimentary wine samples.

Local Event: Gilmore Girls Trivia

Gilmore Girls Trivia

Where you lead, I will follow. Join us for an evening dedicated to one of television's most beloved series. From Friday night...

The Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art

What does it mean for a museum to support your well-being and not just your intellect? Join scholar and museum professional Carrie Rebora Barratt to consider the deep, often overlooked connections between art, the natural world, and human flourishing. Drawing on a broad history of museums and public life, Barratt explores how cultural institutions have long served as spaces of restoration and renewal — from readying the mind and body for experiencing artwork to today's growing movement to harness the power of art for mental and physical health benefits. As she puts it, “Culture hits the source of well-being.” Barratt will then bring that lens closer to home, reflecting on what the Nelson-Atkins is already doing and can do to strengthen its role in the wellness of the Kansas City community.

Local Event: 44th Annual Atha Lecture: Art, Nature, and Well-being in Museums Today

44th Annual Atha Lecture: Art, Nature, and...

What does it mean for a museum to support your well-being and not just your intellect? Join scholar and museum professional...

44th Annual Atha Lecture: Art, Nature, and Well-being in Museums Today

The Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art 4525 Oak Street Kansas City, MO 64111

Get rolling on a tour for children ages two and under and their grown-ups, featuring hands-on activities and mindful art moments.<a href="https://eventvesta.com/events/157692/t/tickets" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">View Tickets &amp; More Info</a>

Local Event: Tiny Explorers Stroller Adventures

Tiny Explorers Stroller Adventures

Get rolling on a tour for children ages two and under and their grown-ups, featuring hands-on activities and mindful art...

The painted faces of the Insane Clown Posse haunt the media like an urban legend. They emerge like phantoms amidst rumors of horror and stories of violence, shrouded in secrecy and surrounded by speculation, only to disappear back underground, beneath the streets. It is this sense of mystery, and the Dark Carnival mythos which surrounds and empowers them, that has attracted thousands of fans worldwide--endearingly referred to as "Juggalos." To hear Juggalos tell it, ICP are the only band worth representing, far removed from "the most hated band in the world". But, with a career spanning over a decade of hip-hop's tumultuous history, have they earned their reputation?
For those who seek the truth, the Insane Clown Posse (ICP) are a success story that baffles the so-called "experts," and defies all the rules of the music industry. Defiance has been a defining characteristic of ICP and Psychopathic Records since the beginning. Their tale begins with poor suburban kids lost in the streets of Southwest Detroit, and peaks with over ten RIAA certified albums and DVDs, including the Billboard Top 200's longest running hip-hop album--an unprecedented success for a group with no major label support, and no radio or MTV airtime. With little to no outside funding, and in spite of harsh criticism, they have managed to produce a feature film, almost a dozen music videos, a documentary film, live concert DVDs, interactive CDs, and a legendary stage show that includes theatrical sets, revolving costumes, giant crowd-spraying props, and thousands of gallons of Faygo pop.<a href="https://eventvesta.com/events/151537/t/tickets" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">View Tickets &amp; More Info</a>

Local Event: Insane Clown Posse

Insane Clown Posse

The painted faces of the Insane Clown Posse haunt the media like an urban legend. They emerge like phantoms amidst rumors of...

Uptown Theater KC

Calling all Musical Theatre nerds, drama geeks, actors, actresses, theatre lovers, and more! Welcome to Broadway Rave, a Broadway dance party celebrating the best in show tunes and musical theatre. Come sing along to all of your favorite broadway hits while dressed up as your favorite character. We’ll have surprise guests from some of your favorite Broadway stars! Live out your Broadway fantasies at Broadway Rave — the most POPULAR Broadway Dance party around.<a href="https://eventvesta.com/events/157700/t/tickets" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">View&nbsp;Tickets &amp; More&nbsp;Info</a>

Local Event: Broadway Rave

Broadway Rave

Calling all Musical Theatre nerds, drama geeks, actors, actresses, theatre lovers, and more! Welcome to Broadway Rave, a...

One of the most innovative and prestigious bands in modern symphonic metal, heavy icons KAMELOT present their most introspective, uplifting, vital release to date - their first full-length in five years, 2023’s aptly titled The Awakening.
“The Power of One” - what does this mean to modern symphonic/gothic metal masters KAMELOT? Above all else, it means sticking to a singular vision from beginning to end, which is exactly what’s allowed the multinational quintet to become the leading force in their field for roughly 25 years.
On their 13th studio album, The Awakening, the band expressly invites listeners to discover “the power of one” within themselves as well. Exuding the impassioned songwriting, complex musicianship, and sophisticated production that’s always made KAMELOT a remarkable act, the LP offers a more diverse, uplifting, and introspective journey compared to bleaker predecessor The Shadow Theory. As such, The Awakening encourages its audience to, well, awaken not only to the grandeur of its genre(s), but to the greatness of life itself.
Formed by guitarist Thomas Youngblood in 1991, KAMELOT also includes bassist Sean Tibbetts, keyboardist Oliver Palotai, and vocalist Tommy Karevik. In addition, The Awakening is their first original recording with drummer Alex Landenburg, whom Youngblood praises as “extremely creative, cool, and positive,” adding: “The drums on this record are amazing, and he definitely brings invigorating energy and chemistry to what we do.”
Given their extensive history and renowned artistry—spread across two dozen studio LPs and two live records—it’s only right that the group has amassed so many fans and accolades over the last quarter-century.
Having reigned supreme with the release of internationally top-charting melodic metal pinnacles such as The Fourth Legacy (1999), The Black Halo (2005), Silverthorn (2012), Haven (2015, #1 US Hard Rock Albums), and most recently 2018’s acclaimed The Shadow Theory (#2 US Hard Music Albums), The Awakening enters the KAMELOT legacy as their most massive and diverse offering yet - mixing symphonic, gothic, melodic, progressive and power metal styles while yielding some of the heaviest tracks in the band’s history.
Understandably, The Awakening arrives with vast expectations, yet as always, KAMELOT unquestionably exceeded them. In fact, even the title represents the band’s commitment to (and message of) seizing every opportunity and appreciating every moment in a post-pandemic world. “Initially, it was about awakening our senses to what was really important because we all kind of got forced to stay home more and be more social with our family and friends. It’s about awakening from our slumber and welcoming the new world,” Youngblood ponders.
The Awakening tackles a wide-array of resonant and pertinent topics that virtually all listeners can relate to. From explorations of societal division (“New Babylon”) and parent-child relationships (“NightSky”) to declarations of unrelenting strength (“My Pantheon (Forevermore),” “The Looking Glass,” “The Great Divide”) and hopeful outlooks (“Midsummer’s Eve,” “Willow”), every track on The Awakening is as deeply contemplative as it is hugely entertaining.
That blend of freshness and familiarity also extends to the music, with The Awakening cleverly evoking some earlier styles amidst incorporating innovative approaches.
Youngblood aptly explains: “There’s some stuff that harkens back to what made The Fourth Legacy and The Black Halo so special. At the same time, we figured why not have some fun and write some modern metal material as well. Honestly, the record is packed with everything that KAMELOT fans like.”
Helping bring the band’s vision to life are longtime partner Sascha Paeth—who’s produced every studio LP since The Fourth Legacy—and returning The Shadow Theory collaborator Jacob Hansen (Volbeat) on mastering and mixing duties.

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Kamelot

One of the most innovative and prestigious bands in modern symphonic metal, heavy icons KAMELOT present their most...

Candlelight concerts bring the magic of a live, multi-sensory musical experience to awe-inspiring locations like never seen before in Kansas City. Get your tickets now to discover the music of Fleetwood Mac at The Sanctuary - Unity Temple on the Plaza under the gentle glow of candlelight.
 This is a tribute concert experience. It is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or sponsored by the artist, their estate, or official representatives.
General Info Venue: The Sanctuary - Unity Temple on the Plaza Dates and times: select your dates/times directly in the ticket selector Duration: 60 minutes. Doors open 60 minutes before the show. No entry once it starts. Age requirement: 8 years old or older. Anyone under the age of 16 must be accompanied by an adult Accessibility: ADA compliant View the FAQs for this event here Seating is assigned on a first come first served basis in each zone If you would like to book a private concert or buy regular tickets for a large group (+30 people), click here Check out all the Candlelight concerts in Kansas City To treat your friends and family to a Candlelight gift card, click here
Tentative Program Everywhere Gypsy You Make Loving Fun Never Going Back Again Don't Stop Gold Dust Woman Go Your Own Way Landslide Little Lies Songbird Rhiannon The Chain Performers Fountain City String Quartet Seating Map<a href="https://eventvesta.com/events/151220/t/tickets" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">View Tickets &amp; More Info</a>

Painting meets cake decorating in this cozy fall workshop. Guests will receive a pre-frosted two-layer cake featuring a lightly stenciled autumn leaf design. Using a palette of colorful buttercream, you'll paint and blend fall foliage across the top of your cake. Think paint-by-number—but with frosting. No decorating experience is required. Perfect for beginners, friend groups, and anyone looking for a creative fall activity.

Local Event: Sip & Create : Fall Cake

Sip & Create : Fall Cake

Painting meets cake decorating in this cozy fall workshop. Guests will receive a pre-frosted two-layer cake featuring a lightly...

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