Arts & Culture

Kansas City's Historic 18th & Vine Jazz District, where the JuneteenthHeritage Festival is set to take place.

25 Ways to Celebrate Juneteenth in Kansas City, and to Keep Supporting Black Communities

By Mili Mansaray, The Beacon | June 17, 2022

Celebrate Juneteenth by attending events, shopping with Black-owned businesses, supporting Black-led organizations, and learning more about our community’s history.

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Members of the band Saint Motel perform at Boulevardia.

Weekend Possibilities | Boulevardia is Back, Juneteenth and Father’s Day

By Clarence Dennis | June 16, 2022

Outdoor events like Boulevardia and a trio of Juneteenth celebrations dominate the final weekend before the official start of summer.

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Kansas City PBS Documentary ‘Fade to Black’ Wins Missouri Broadcasters Association Award

By | June 15, 2022

Kansas City PBS has announced that three of its documentaries were recognized at the 2022 Missouri Broadcasters Association (MBA) Awards.

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A person with a rainbow Pride flag.

Weekend Possibilities | KC Pride, Future Stages and KC Current vs. Gotham FC

By Clarence Dennis | June 9, 2022

The party at PrideFest will be raging all weekend.

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Free hugs at Juneteenth

Weekend Possibilities | Tacos & Tequila Fest, Juneteenth Parade, U.S. Soccer at Children’s Mercy Park

By Clarence Dennis | June 2, 2022

This weekend features live music left and right — from Chingy to HAIM with plenty of options in between.

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