KANSAS CITY, Mo. — It will be a weekend full of spring events and Mother’s Day fun in Kansas City, so if you are looking for something to do, we’ve got you covered!
Here are 10 events going on this weekend – May 9 through May 11 – that are worth checking out.
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Kansas City Water Lantern Festival
The Kansas City Water Lantern Festival is set to illuminate the night on Saturday at Frank A. Theis Park, across from the Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art. The festival was voted the No. 1 festival by USA Today, according to the festival’s website.
- When : Friday at 7 p.m. and Saturday at 5 and 8 p.m.
- Where : Theis Park, E. 47th & Oak
- Cost: General Admission: $30.99, VIP Admission: $56.99, Date Night Special: $81.16
Royals vs. Red Sox
The Kansas City Royals are set to host the Boston Red Sox for a three-game series at Kauffman Stadium this weekend. The Royals enter the series with a home record of 14-5, while the Red Sox are looking to improve their 9-10 road performance.
- When : Friday at 6:40 p.m., Saturday at 7:10 p.m., Sunday, May 11: 2:10 PM
- Where : Kaufmann Stadium
- Cost: Tickets start at $5
Murr from Impractical Jokers at The Funny Bone
James “Murr” Murray, best known for his role on Impractical Jokers, is bringing his “Murr Live: The Errors Tour” to Kansas City this weekend. He’ll be performing at the Funny Bone Comedy Club at Zona Rosa on Friday and Saturday. This is a 21+ event, and all guests will need valid ID to enter.
- When: Friday at 7 p.m. and Saturday at 6:30 and 9:15 p.m.
- Where: The Funny Bone Comedy Club
- Cost: General admission is $48 and VIP is $150
NASCAR Race Weekend
The 2025 NASCAR Spring Race Weekend at Kansas Speedway is set for this weekend, featuring three thrilling events across different series. The Tide 150, Heart of America 200 and the AdventHealth 400 will span across three days.
What to know for race weekend at Kansas Speedway
The AdventHealth 400 is the 12th race in the 2025 NASCAR Cup Series season.
- When: Friday at 8 p.m., Saturday at 7:30 p.m. and Sunday at 3 p.m.
- Where: Kansas Speedway
- Cost: Tickets range from $40 to $420
Lenexa Art Fair
The Lenexa Art Fair returns on Saturday. The event features approximately 50 fine artists from the region. Throughout the day, guests can enjoy food trucks, live jazz performances, kids’ art projects, and a tasting event featuring regional wine, craft beer, and spirits.
- When: Saturday from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m.
- Where: Lenexa Civic Campus
- Cost: Free
KC Wine Co. Mother’s Day Brunch
Celebrate Mother’s Day with a delightful brunch at KC Wine Co ‘s Mom-osa Mother’s Day Brunch on Sunday . T his event offers a table full of mom’s favorites, complemented by mimosas to make the celebration complete.
- When: Sunday from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.
- Where: KC Wine Co.
- Cost: $39.95 per adult and $25.95 per child
Katy Perry at T-Mobile
Katy Perry is bringing her “Lifetimes Tour” to Kansas City this weekend! Fans can look forward to performances of favorites like “Firework,” “Teenage Dream,” and “I Kissed a Girl,” along with fresh tracks from her latest album.
- When : Saturday at 7 p.m.
- Where : T-Mobile Center
- Cost: Tickets start at $80
Taylor Tomlinson at The Midland Theatre
Taylor Tomlinson is bringing her “Save Me Tour” to The Midland Theatre in Kansas City for three performances this weekend. Tomlinson is notably the only female late-night host on network television and the youngest by two decades with her show “After Midnight.”
- When : Friday at 7 p.m. and Saturday at 5 and 8 p.m.
- Where : The Midland Theatre
- Cost: Prices range from $49.75 to $99.75
Diplomatic Ball
The 2025 Diplomatic Ball, hosted by the Ethnic Enrichment Commission of Kansas City, is scheduled for Saturday. This year’s theme, “Cruising the Caribbean,” celebrates the vibrant cultures of Haiti, Jamaica, St. Lucia, and Trinidad & Tobago. FOX4’s Crystal Martinez is the emcee.
- When : Event starts at 5:30 p.m.
- Where : Sheraton Kansas City Hotel at Crown Center
- Cost: Tickets are $100
KC Current vs. Bay FC
The Kansas City Current will host Bay FC on Sunday at CPKC Stadium. The Kansas City Current enter the match with a 5-0-2 record. Bay FC holds a 2-2-3 record…