Here are thirteen things to do in KC this weekend, March 13—March 16, including Snake Saturday, KC Current vs. Portland Thorns and Bonnie Raitt.
Snake Saturday
Dress up in green garb and ring in the St. Patrick’s Day season at Snake Saturday. This Northland institution kicks off with a parade at 11 am with festivities continuing throughout the day. The family-friendly celebration includes vendors, a car show, a carnival, a petting zoo and more.
March 15. 11 am. Downtown North Kansas City.
Brookside St. Patrick’s Day Warm-Up Parade
Now in its 43rd year, Brookside’s annual St. Patrick’s Day Warm-Up Parade offers a tamer alternative to Westport’s rowdy day-of celebration. The beloved tradition will bring Irish dancers, bagpipers, marching bands and more to neighborhood streets.
March 15. 2 pm. Parade route begins at 65th St. and Wornall Road.
Countess Cabaret Starring Luann de Lesseps
Luann de Lesseps, an original cast member of Real Housewives of New York, is just as much a performer as she is a reality TV star. Countess Luann brings her signature charm to the Uptown Theater with a variety show-style program of originals, cabaret songs and showtune favorites.
March 14. 8 pm. Uptown Theater.
KC Current vs. Portland Thorns
KC, baby! The KC Current kicks off their first match of the season as they face the Portland Thorns at the scenic CPKC Stadium, the world’s first stadium dedicated solely to women’s sports. The all-star team—which placed fourth last season in the National Women’s Soccer League—is a force to be reckoned with, and KC’s exuberant, sell-out crowds are half the fun.
March 15. 11:45 am. CPKC Stadium.
Branford Marsalis
Tenor saxophonist Branford Marsalis carries on the legacy of the famed Marsalis family—often hailed as the “first family of jazz.” The multitalented and versatile instrumentalist, bandleader and composer is known for his bold improvisations and virtuosic playing for a perpetually modern sound.
March 15. 7:30 pm. Folly Theater.
Bonnie Raitt
The legendary, 13-time Grammy Award-winning Bonnie Raitt will assuredly bring down the house at The Midland. The singer and slide guitarist transcends genre and generations, weaving together elements of blues, country, folk and more in beloved hits like “Something to Talk About” and “Love Sneakin’ Up On You.”
March 16. 7:30 pm. The Midland Theatre.
Orchid Delirium
A stunning and vibrant display awaits at Powell Gardens’ Orchid Delirium. Originally launched in 2022, the annual indoor exhibit showcases hundreds of alternating blooms from the garden’s extensive 2,000-piece orchid collection.
March 1–April 23. Times vary. Powell Gardens.
Judy Collins
With a career spanning seven decades, singer-songwriter Judy Collins’ eclectic music tastes know no bounds––her 36 album discography ranges from classic folk songs to showtunes. The 85-year old icon rose to popularity for her 1975 rendition of Stephen Sondheim’s “Send In The Clowns” and is also well known for her longtime commitment to social and environmental activism. Norwegian duo Oakland Rain will open.
March 15. 7:30 pm. Muriel Kauffman Theatre.
R.E.S.P.E.C.T: A Celebration of the Music of Aretha Franklin
The Midwest Trust Center’s upcoming performance pays tribute to Aretha Franklin, taking audiences through a journey of love, misfortune and bravery through her music. Honoring the “Queen of Soul,” the live band and premier singers will feature beloved hits like “Natural Woman,” “Chain of Fools,” and of course, “Respect.”
March 16. 7 pm. Yardley Hall.
David Radzynski and Lolita Lisovskaya-Sayevich
Park University’s International Center for Music (ICM) is putting on yet another world-class performance. Exceptional pianist and ICM faculty member Lolita Lisovskaya-Sayevich will be joined by violinist David Radzynski––former concertmaster of the Cleveland Orchestra––to perform works by Sergei Prokofiev, Mozart and more.
March 14. 7:30 pm. 1900 Building.
Doubt, A Parabel
The Tony Award and Pulitzer Prize-winning drama Doubt, A Parable is a gripping exploration of skepticism, morality and power. Presented by Kansas City Actors Theatre, the play follows the stringent principal of a Bronx Catholic school who grows wary of the charismatic priest’s relationship with a student as she grapples with the fine line between truth and perception.
March 6––23. Times vary. Kansas City United Church of Christ.
Sensatia
Kansas City-born and internationally renowned performance art collective Quixotic brings an interactive multimedia performance this winter. Blending acrobatics, futuristic visuals, live music, and perfumery, Sensatia promises a wildly unique sensory experience. This weekend marks the opening weekend of the original production.
January 24—March 29. Times vary. The Grand Theater (at Crown Center).
Untitled: A Group Street Art Exhibition Opening Reception
Upper Level Gallery’s latest exhibit, Untitled, features street artists from KC, Miami, Los Angeles and beyond to showcase the ever evolving nature of contemporary street art.
March 7––March 29. Times vary. Upper Level Gallery.
