What to expect at RadioActive
RadioActive is KCUR’s exclusive “off-air affair” - an opportunity to interact with your favorite station and its journalists in a way you may have never experienced before. We’ll dine together, enjoy special programming featuring NPR's Ari Shapiro (with a few surprises in store!) and dance the night away.
Your RadioActive evening will include:
- A "modern speakeasy" party-inspired theme
- Festive food and drink
- Photo opportunities and a selfie station
- A conversation with Ari Shapiro
- A special take-home gift
- A dance party with The Crossroad Sound
- An unforgettable evening with fellow KCUR fans and staff
All of this is only possible because of you. We thank you for listening, reading and sharing what you love about KCUR. We look forward to celebrating with you!
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GETTING THERE
Options and Parking
- Take a rideshare or hire a service to 1) avoid traffic, 2) save time by skipping the parking and getting dropped off at the front door and 3) arrive home safe! Check out transportation options, courtesy of Visit KC. or
- Consider carpooling to save on parking and arrive with your friends, or,
- Meet up and park in a free parking area nearby. Click here to view the downtown KCMO parking map., or,
- We’ve arranged for discounted parking at Loews for RadioActive guests: $12 for self-park or $18 for valet. Parking is subject to availability. Note: If you choose to park at Loews, you’ll need to have your parking ticket validated at the RadioActive check-out table before you leave in order to receive the discount.
- There are approximately 40,000 parking spaces in Downtown Kansas City, including on street parking, 8 municipal parking garages and two surface lots. View the KCMO parking garages and lots.
- There is limited off-street parking, and parking apps for off-street parking may present extra costs and will be limited - expect to walk a few blocks even if premium parking is found!
- Due to multiple events in the Kansas City downtown area, surge pricing and limited rideshare access could be experienced. Beat the rush and schedule your rideshare early (yes! You can schedule days ahead of the event with companies like Lyft and Uber).
- Consider planning your route based on the home location(s) of your table-mates. For instance, can you plan a route for an XL rideshare option (like Uber or a black car service) and ride together - make the ride part of the speakeasy mystery and experience.
- Consider public transportation: the KC Streetcar and Iris.
We’re thrilled to return to downtown KCMO for RadioActive at the fabulous Loews Hotel. Loews pros tell us these great tips:
Click here for directions to Loews.
A few additional notes:
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WHAT SHOULD I WEAR?
This is not a costume party!
This year’s theme is “Modern SpeakEasy.” What does that mean? Lots of things! But, we’re taking some cues from the speakeasy era in the design and mood for the event. If you’re inclined to don a fun outfit inspired by that theme, feel free, but do not feel obligated. Wear whatever you feel most festive in (be sure you can dance in it!) for this public radio party. There are no “prohibitions” here!
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THE MENU
Full, open bar at reception with passed hors d'ouevres. Wine served with dinner before bar re-opens.
Salad
Spring mix with dried pears, apricots and cranberries, diced apples, Manchego cheese, served with Champagne vinaigrette. Gluten-free.
Entree 1
Beef filet and salmon with a mushroom demi, accompanied by dauphinoise potato, soy-marinated cremini mushrooms, asparagus spears and red pepper.
Entree 2 (Vegetarian, upon request)
Quinoa and ratatouille stuffed sweet pepper and poblano coulis served with a giant kale chip. Gluten-free.
Dessert bar
-Chocolate cake with espresso buttercream (gluten-free)
-Glazed lemon cake (vegan, gluten-free)
-Chocolate-dipped strawberry (vegan, gluten-free)
-Mini raspberry fruit tart
-Passion fruit cream puff
Special requests
If you would like to request a vegetarian entree, or have dietary restrictions/food allergies, please contact Amanda Sanders at amanda@kcur.org