Here are nine things to do in KC this weekend, July 31—August 3 including Fitz and The Tantrums, ULAH-Palooza and Festival of Butterflies.
Fitz and The Tantrums
In 2013, indie pop band Fitz and The Tantrums’ breakthrough sophomore album, More Than Just a Dream, put them on the map. The album’s lead single and most well-known track, “Out of My League,” climbed to a number one spot on Billboard’s Alternative chart. Now, a new release is on the way: The band’s KC performance at The Truman comes days after the release of Man on The Moon, their sixth studio album.
July 31. 8 pm. The Truman.
Talya Groves
Former Broadway performer Talya Groves is a Kansas City music scene star. Singing anything and everything from showtunes to jazz standards to pop songs, Groves’ magnetic presence seems to always captivate the room. Nearly every Friday night, she commands the stage at The Phoenix.
August 1. 4:30—8:30 pm. The Phoenix.
ULAH-Palooza
Beloved Westwood boutique ULAH recently launched a GoFundMe campaign as a last-ditch effort to keep their doors open. At ULAH-Palooza, over 20 local musicians will perform in support of the fundraiser. Over the course of the two-day affair, expect performances from Calvin Arsenia, Jamogi, Gracie Caggiano and more.
August 2 & 3. 12 pm. ULAH.
WeekEnder
Crown Center kicks off WeekEnder, a free, outdoor summer entertainment series. Now through August 1, each Friday night brings live music, food trucks and a movie screening after sunset. This week features dance band The Accidental Moguls and a post-concert showing of Captain America: Brave New World.
August 1. 6 pm. Crown Center.
Festival of Butterflies
Powell Gardens’ Festival of Butterflies returns to celebrate the striking pollinators. At the family-friendly event, the botanical gardens bring in butterflies from all over the world to hatch and flutter throughout the conservatory.
July 17–August 3. Times vary. Powell Gardens.
Coffee Club At Central Park
Parents can take a break to caffeinate with Busy Bean Play Cafe, with an activity and photo opp for the family. There’s Sensible Play sensory fun and Macaroni KID activities. Families can enjoy the fresh air in Central Park while the kids play at the playground, splash fountain, along with the rotating pop-ups and activities every Thursday morning during summer.
July 31. 9 am. Central Park (Zona Rosa).
Corey Kent
Miller Light’s Hot Country Nights is back for the summer season, bringing renowned country artists every Thursday to KC Live! In P&L. This week’s performance features Corey Kent, a former Top 8 contestant on The Voice known for his Billboard chart-topping hit “This Heart.”
July 31. 7 pm. KC Live!
Mini Golf At The Museum
It’s back! A summer highlight, Art Course offers an artist-designed mini-golf adventure within the Donald J. Hall Sculpture Park at the Nelson-Atkins Museum. Every Thursday through Monday, you can play nine unique holes, each offering a creative spin on a masterpiece from the museum’s collection.
May 22–September 1. Regular museum hours Thursday–Monday. Donald J. Hall Sculpture Park at the Nelson-Atkins Museum.
Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone
Free movie nights are in full swing at Legends and this weekend’s feature is Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone, the blockbuster fantasy series’ first film out of eight. Each Saturday night through October, the shopping center hosts an outdoor screening of a fan-favorite film. Pack a lawn chair and blanket and enjoy drinks from Dave & Buster’s mobile bar on the lawn.
August 2. 7 pm. Legends Outlets.
