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816 Day — held on August 16 — is an annual city-wide celebration of all things Kansas City, Missouri, inspired by the local area code. There are events on multiple days, including concerts, work out sessions, block parties and $8.16 deals at local businesses.

Kansas City will be flocking to the movies this weekend for the long-anticipated "Barbie" movie and its double-feature partner, "Oppenheimer." Here's where you can go around the metro to celebrate both — or just Barbie's — movie premiere.

Theoretical physicist Stephon Alexander and NEA Jazz Master Donald Harrison are exploring their theory of quantum improvisation. The two will bring their collaborations to a Kansas City stage for the first time next week.

The Crescendo Award festival started to provide an inclusive space to amplify the work of underrepresented local playwrights. It helps showcase the diversity in Kansas City’s theater scene, said one honoree.

The 2023 Volunteers of the Year awards were presented to Ravi Narayan, for his dedicated to membership drives even during COVID, and Jessica Best, the former head of Gen Listen.

The Torch Carriers Conference, hosted by the National Congress of Black Women's Kansas City chapter, includes workshops and sessions to uplift Black women and girls.

Garrard Conley walked away from the Love in Action program fearing his family and his God would reject him.

We asked people to share what's on their social calendars this month and found there's lots to do whether you have just an evening or a whole week free.

A balloon glow Sunday at the World War I Museum and Memorial not only ushered in Memorial Day, it offered a glimpse into life after COVID restrictions.

Kansas City Fashion Week is transforming the traditional runway show with two ways to view the latest designs.

Missouri and Kansas consider legislation to limit the power of individual officials to take emergency action during a crisis, and Fashion Week returns to Kansas City with a new twist.

Planners and artists in the wedding industry are navigating an unprecedented market interruption.