Welcome to Your KC Scoop!

Hello, Kansas City!

We're thrilled to introduce Your KC Scoop, your new go-to weekly newsletter for all things Kansas City! Every week, we'll bring you the latest on local events, exclusive deals, and insights into the fantastic small businesses that make our city so vibrant.

Whether you've been a lifelong KC resident or are just discovering our city's charm, this newsletter is designed to keep you connected to what matters most.

From the bustling River Market to the historic West Bottoms, we'll explore the best of Kansas City and the surrounding areas together.

Stay tuned for updates on upcoming events, such as concerts, festivals, sports, and other events. Plus, we’re working on special discounts and promotions from local favorite spots.

What to Expect:

• KC Events: Stay ahead of the curve with our event calendar featuring concerts, festivals, and more.

• Special Deals & Coupons: Enjoy exclusive discounts from local businesses, helping you save while supporting your community.

• Spotlight on Small Businesses: Get to know the entrepreneurs and innovators shaping Kansas City's unique culture.

We're excited to share this journey with you! Feel free to reach out if you have any suggestions or want to feature your business! We’d love to hear your ideas! Let us know what we did right, & where we can do better!

We’re not copywriting, advertising, or marketing experts. We just love Kansas City and small, local businesses. So, we’re trying to share all the cool things we find with people who are looking for them!

Happy Reading, and Let's Explore KC Together!
Your KC Scoop Team
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Upcoming KC Events

Join Rainy Day Books at Unity Temple to celebrate Emilia Hart's newest book, The Sirens.

A Spellbinding novel about sisters separated by centuries but bound together by the sea.

Emilia Hart is the author of Weyward and The Sirens. She grew up in Australia and studied English Literature at university before training as a lawyer. She now lives in London. This event includes a conversation with Emilia, a Q&A, and an opportunity to get your book signed. April 4th 7:00 - 8:00

21+ Easter Egg Hunt at KC Wine Company

Join us on April 12th, 2025 for a Kansas City-style adults-only Easter Celebration. And the best part? Every single person is a winner! Each person will walk away with a boozey prize, and Easter Egg Hunt, and memories that will have you saying “I feel like a kid again!”

Leave the kiddos at home and come get your easter on! This event is for guests 21+ only. A paid admission ticket is required for entry. Tickets sell out every year (don’t say we didn’t warn ya!)

Back To The Future - The Musical

Great Scott! Back To The Future is on tour and coming to YOU! The 80’s franchise is the latest movie sensation to receive a Broadway musical adaptation. the production follows Marty McFly and kooky scientist Doc Brown as they travel through space and time, finding themselves in a series of mishaps. Will these two time travelers ever find their way back home?

Kegs and Eggs at KC Renaissance Festival

Join us for an EGG-cellent adventure at the KC Renaissance Festival. KEGS ‘n’ EGGS is an EGG-cellent combination of drinking and hunting for eggs for those over 21 years old! Each egg found contains either candy, a prize, cash, or a prize ticket to be redeemed at egg redemption with over $75,000 in prizes. 

Supporting KC Businesses:

The Heart of Kansas City

Kansas City is more than just a place—it’s a vibrant community built on relationships and mutual support. At the core of this community are small business owners who live, work, and give back to our neighborhoods.

They’re the ones sponsoring your kid’s soccer team at Swope Soccer Village, donating to local charities, and showing up with supplies during emergencies.

When you shop locally, you’re not just buying a product—you’re strengthening these connections and reinforcing what makes Kansas City feel like home.

Shopping locally isn’t just about convenience or price; it’s about value. Every dollar spent at a small business in Westport or Brookside directly impacts the owner’s family and livelihood.

Unlike big chains like Walmart or Amazon, where your purchase is just another transaction, local businesses notice and appreciate every customer.

They offer personalized service, unique products that reflect our city’s culture, and the satisfaction of knowing your money stays here in Kansas City.

This isn’t just about economics; it’s about preserving our city's character and ensuring it remains a place where entrepreneurs can thrive.

By supporting small businesses, you’re participating in a cycle of giving and receiving essential to our community’s well-being. You’re helping them continue to sponsor events at Loose Park, donate to school fundraisers, and contribute to local charities.

Every decision matters, whether it’s grabbing coffee from a local café in Waldo or dining at a family-owned restaurant in the Crossroads.

Let’s keep Kansas City strong and unique by investing in the people who make it great—one purchase at a time. Together, we can build a more resilient and vibrant community for everyone.

Family Friendly

Life on the Farm at Colonial Gardens

Experience farm life up close with our Life on the Farm Tour at Colonial Gardens! This interactive experience gives you the chance to help our farm team feed and care for a variety of animals, including goats, chickens, alpacas and more. Thursdays and Saturdays in April.

Fountain Fest 2025

Get ready, Kansas City! Fountain Fest 2025 is coming to Mill Creek Park for a full day of celebration, live entertainment, food, and family-friendly fun. This event marks Fountain Day, the official turning on of Kansas City’s fountains, a tradition that brings the community together to celebrate our city’s art, culture, and history. April 19th 10:00 - 5:00

• 🎶 Live Music & Performances

• 🎭 Kids Entertainment

• 🍔 Food Trucks & Local Cuisine

Easter Basket Decorating and Egg Hunt

In this kid-friendly workshop at Rightfully Sewn, all you need to do is bring your own basket, and we’ll provide everything you need to decorate it, including fabric, appliques, ribbons, buttons, tools, and more. Once the decorating is done, it’s time for an egg hunt full of treats and prizes, including a free sewing class. There will also be snacks and music to get you into the Springtime mood while you make and decorate your one-of-a-kind creation just in time for Easter! April 12th 9:00-1:00

After Dark

Haley Mae Campbell at Tin Roof

Rising Nashville country artist Haley Mae Campbell comes to Tin Roof in Kansas City on April 4th for Nashville Hits the Roof! Independent artist Haley Mae Campbell is carving her own path in country music, amassing over 30 million on-demand streams. With a signature blend of infectious pop melodies, conversational storytelling, and a Celtic-inspired sound that pays tribute to her Irish heritage.

ZZ Ward - The Dirty Sun Tour - Madrid Theater

There’s no pinning this bluesy songstress down! Pennsylvania native ZZ Ward has a hard-edged, blues rock-infused musical style, blending RnB, Soul and a stomping Southern aesthetic effortlessly. Her distinctive smokey and sweet vocals bring together these influences to make catchy, well-crafted pop tunes that'll keep your feet tapping along of their own accord. April 2nd

KevOnStage - Back Pew Tour

Join KevOnStage and Friends for a night of clean comedy! Kevin Fredricks (aka KevOn Stage) is an actor, stand-up comedian, entrepreneur, podcast developer/host, content creator, author, influencer, and filmmaker. As a prolific creator, his content has hundreds of millions of cumulative views across all platforms with strong, engaged followings on FB, IG, YT & more. April 3rd

Taking Care of Business

Are you looking for trusted businesses and services in Kansas City? Your KC Business Directory is your go-to resource for discovering local businesses, professionals, and service providers across every industry.

The Your KC Business Directory is more than just a place to find local businesses—it’s your go-to resource for discovering exclusive deals and special promotions all around Kansas City in the Coupons section. We connect you with the best small businesses in town, making it easy to shop local, save money, and support KC’s thriving community. 

Plus, our Events section keeps you updated on festivals, pop-up markets, grand openings, and other exciting happenings hosted by local businesses. At Your KC, we make exploring and supporting Kansas City easier—and more rewarding—than ever!