Here are 14 things to do in KC this weekend, September 11—14 including Lake Street Dive, Chiefs Home Opener and Crossroads Flea.
Terra Luna
Immerse yourself in the Overland Park Arboretum via a guided multimedia experience curated by none other than Quixotic Entertainment. The half-mile walk takes you through the gardens and features live music, light displays and dancers in avant-garde costuming. Take time before you enter the magic of this futuristic event to enjoy food and beverage trucks at the Visitor Center.
September 11–13 & 18–20. 7 pm. Overland Park Arboretum & Botanical Gardens
Lake Street Dive
Soul-pop band Lake Street Dive first rose to popularity with a funky, laid-back rendition of Jackson 5’s “I Want You Back.” But the ensemble—formed two decades ago by classmates at Boston’s New England Conservatory of Music—initially began as an improvised, avant-garde country group. They quickly realized that wasn’t the move. Fronted by Rachael Price’s captivating vocals, the Grammy-nominated band is best known for hits like “Good Kisser” and “Hypotheticals.” Funk family-band Lawrence opens.
September 13. 7:30 pm. Starlight Theatre.
The Witcher in Concert
This acclaimed video game comes to life at Yardley Hall. In celebration of the 10th anniversary of The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt, the soundtrack is performed by classical-crossover quartet (and America’s Got Talent finalists) Sons of Serendip, accompanied by in-game visuals.
September 11. 7:30 pm. Yardley Hall.
Cider Festival
Get into the fall spirit at the Cider Festival at the KC Pumpkin Patch. There will be five hard cider samples when you attend the festival which takes place on the picturesque fields, with plenty of many fall photo ops along the way. Guests will also get a souvenir glass and there will be giant yard games, skeeball, adult tricycles, slides, and festival foods, wine slushies, wine, beer and cider available for purchase.
Weekends, September 13—21. 13875 S. Gardner Rd., Olathe.
Deathtrap
This long-running Broadway thriller comes to KC stages. Presented by Kansas City Actors Theatre, Deathtrap follows a Broadway playwright struggling to come up with his next concept—until a former student presents a gripping new script.
September 10—28. Times vary. City Stage at Union Station.
Sail Away Wine Trivia Bowl
North KC’s Sail Away Wine returns with this long-running trivia bowl. While it’s certainly a competition, Russ Johnson—founder of Sail Away Wine—says the event remains friendly and low-key: “no pressure, no pretense, just connection.” Drawing newcomers and regulars alike, first-place prizes are awarded each week.
September 14—January 4. Sundays at 1 pm. Sail Away Wine.
Crossroads Flea
KC breakfast and lunch spot Mildred’s launches this new neighborhood market. Inspired by New York’s bustling Brooklyn Flea, the morning market features antiques, vintage wares, local produce, artisan made goods and more. Fuel up on the café’s beloved breakfast sandwiches (and coffee, of course) and shop away.
September 14. 9 am. Mildred’s (Crossroads location).
Sutton in Concert
Two-time Tony Award-winning actress, singer and dancer Sutton Foster is performing at The Kauffman Center for the Performing Arts this September. Audience members can expect to be entertained with Foster’s incredible performance range. From classical music and showtunes to pop and comedic storytelling, Foster does it all. She was most recently seen as Princess Winnifred in the Broadway revival of Once Upon a Mattress at the Hudson Theatre.
September 11. 7:30 pm. The Kauffman Center for the Performing Arts.
The Color Purple
Deep like the hue it’s named after, the musical The Color Purple brings emotion to every scene with compelling dialogue and music that spans several genres, including jazz, gospel and blues. Presented by KCRep, this inspiring stage musical is based on Alice Walker’s Pulitzer Prize-winning novel, which follows the journey of Celie, a young Black woman in the early 20th century rural South, as she overcomes hardship.
September 2–21. Times vary. Spencer Theatre.
Chiefs Home Opener
Football season is finally back in full swing, and this weekend marks the Kansas City Chiefs home opener. Playing on their home turf, GEHA Field at Arrowhead Stadium, the Chiefs face off against the Philadelphia Eagles in a highly anticipated rematch of Super Bowl LIX.
September 14. 3:25 pm. GEHA Field at Arrowhead Stadium.
Alone Together
The bittersweet feeling of becoming empty nesters doesn’t last long in the Broadway comedy Alone Together. Just as all three kids finally move out, they slowly start trickling back in, returning home to mom and dad one by one. Starring The Brady Bunch’s Barry Williams and featuring Cathy Bennett, this show explores the chaos and joy of family life. At New Theatre & Restaurant in Overland Park, the play is a full dining and entertainment experience, complete with waitstaff, cocktails and a gourmet buffet.
September 10–November 16. Times vary. New Art Theatre & Restaurant.
Kansas City Renaissance Festival
Don your finest flowy dresses, tunics and breeches for the Kansas City Renaissance Festival. At this immersive step back in time, watch jousting tournaments, feast on gigantic turkey legs, listen to period music and shop the bustling artisan market. Each weekend brings a different theme, so be sure to check the schedule in advance.
August 30–October 13. Times vary. 628 N. 126th St., Bonner Springs.
Wrapped Walk Ways
A gift from the Christo and Jeanne-Claude Foundation, “Wrapped Walk Ways” is an exhibition of photographs and other pieces of memorabilia that tell the story of the Christos’ 1978 Loose Park art installation. For two weeks in October of 1978, the Bulgarian-born artist Christo and his partner, Jeanne-Claude, vividly transformed the park by covering 2.7 miles of paths with shimmering, saffron-colored nylon fabric, altering the way visitors experience the park.
Although the Christos conceived “Wrapped Walk Ways” as a temporary installation, its legacy continues both in this exhibition and in the memories of those who encountered it. Last year, the Christo and Jeanne-Claude Foundation gave the museum a trove of preparatory works, architectural plans, documents and photographs related to “Wrapped Walk Ways.” Drawn from that gift, this exhibition tells the story of this breakthrough art project that brought Kansas City international attention.
On display now through January 18, 2026. The Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art.
ArtSalon: Biennial Alumni Exhibition
Head over to the Kansas City Art Institute’s 2025 alumni exhibition to see what former KCAI students are creating right now. Whether you’re collecting or just want to take a look, the annual exhibition is always a good show. There will also be an opening reception, bringing together alumni, faculty, collectors and patrons, that’s open to anyone who wants to meet the artists and celebrate this year’s exhibition.
Every piece in the show is available for purchase, with proceeds benefiting both the artist and the KCAI Annual Fund, which supports student scholarships.
September 6–October 19. KCAI Gallery.
