The Greater Kansas City Japan Festival is an annual celebration that takes attendees on an enchanting journey into the heart of Japan. This festival is a vibrant cultural showcase that blends tradition and modernity. Held on Oct. 7, isitors savored Japanese cuisine, experienced...

18th & Vine had an Arts Festival from Sep 29 through Oct 1. The inaugural event is a 3-day festival that amplifies the work of Black artists from different artistic disciplines. They seek to highlight the creativity, history and culture of people of the African diaspora,...

Edit: While the 51st Street has not closed yet, there will be a city planning meeting on Nov. 7 to discuss alternate driving routes.   UMKC announced plans to turn 51st Street into a pedestrian zone closed to vehicle traffic. The change aims to improve walkability and create...