Arts & Culture

Stories and videos about music, dance, visual and performing arts and film in the Kansas City metro.

Nick Haines

Nick’s Picks | Grappling With Life After Taylor Swift

The biggest question of the week: What’s next for news in Kansas City now that Taylor Swift has come and gone? Here’s this week’s agenda.

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Taylor Swift on stage.

Weekend Possibilities | Taylor Swift, Vine Street Brewing and a Bike Ride

If you weren’t lucky enough to land tickets to the sold-out Taylor Swift shows at Arrowhead Stadium this weekend, Flatland feels for you. There are, however, a few ways to celebrate Taylor’s weekend in Kansas City without emptying the bank account. Friday, July 7 5 – 9 p.m. Be among the first to explore the…

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Profile picture of a smiling Logan Williams.

Who Are the Houseless? Their Stories, in Their Words  

Who are the houseless in Kansas City? Flatland asked seven houseless people to share their stories in their words. This is what they had to say.

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Angler John Jamison holds a 68-pound fish he caught in the Kansas River near downtown.

Whopper Catfish Lurk in the Missouri River Downtown

The Missouri River near downtown Kansas City is home to some giant catfish. Just ask the anglers who catch fish weighing more than 100 pounds there.

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fireworks

Weekend Possibilities | Independence Day, Fireworks and More

Can’t wait until the Fourth of July? Kansas City and the surrounding area have some options for early Independence Day celebrations. Friday, June 30 5 p.m. The Kansas City Reggae Music and Jerk Festival will get the weekend going at Berkley Riverfront Park, 1298 River Front Drive. The festival promoting cross-cultural experience and understanding will…

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