Let’s explore social events in Kansas City, MO happening this week. Local events are a great way to meet new people and make new friends. Look through this page and consider going out and socializing during one of these social events.
Social events are great and offer a world of possibilities. You can make new friends, learn new skills, see things from different perspectives and it’s fantastic for your mental health. And never before has companionship and being able to spend time with others been as important as it is today.
You probably remember being a kid and going up to another person your age and saying, “Do you want to be friends?” and that was pretty much that. Friend made. Alas, it’s not quite as simple now that we’re grown up, but it doesn’t have to be as difficult or as awkward as we think. There are thousands of people out there who would love to meet up with others, finding them just takes a bit of help and that’s what we’re here for.
On this page, we hope you’ll find some interesting events in Kansas City where you can make some new friends.
Local Groups’ Events in Kansas City
Philosophy Club Reactivation – Try, Try, Again
◦ When: Saturday, Mar 8th
◦ Where: Minsky’s Pizza, City Market
It looks like we have had some interest in reviving this group. I say let’s do it!! If mother nature will cooperate with us I would like to try and meet at Minsky’s Pizza in the River Market area. They have a back room upstairs they call “The Party Room”. It is free we just have to order food and drinks. So come hungry and thirsty. This time we are going to try meeting on a Friday night instead of(…)
37 Practices Discussion
◦ When: Tuesday, Mar 4th
◦ Where: Zoom
This group will discuss the “37 Practices of a Bodhisattva” — this is a RICH teaching for all who desire PEACE in their lives. There is no requirement to read a book.
We will discuss the verses on the 1st and 3rd Mondays over Zoom for one hour. (We could add an in-person meeting now and then if the group desires).
The Zoom link will be emailed to those who have RSVP’d for the meetup event… prob(…)
Help feed and clothe our neighbors at Micah Ministry
◦ When: Monday, Mar 3rd
◦ Where: Independence Boulevard Christian Church
Micah Ministry serves hundreds of people each Monday evening from 5:15-7:15. Come join us in helping our less fortunate neighbors.
Volunteers will help greet the guests, serve food, offer beverages, fill clothing requests and litter control.
We are now serving indoors, so please enter the red door in the parking lot behind the large church building, go down the steps and into the open area, where (…)
Board Games and Drinks at the Cafe
◦ When: Wednesday, Mar 5th
◦ Where: Cardboard Corner Cafe
Share your favorite board games with new friends, try some new board games with old friends, enjoy some tea or beer or whatever drink you like.(…)
VegKC Restaurant Meetup – Tree Hugger Kitchen
◦ When: Saturday, Mar 8th
◦ Where: Tree Hugger Kitchen
Please **commit to showing up** BEFORE you RSVP.
This month we will be hosting at Tree Hugger Kitchen!
“Hello! We’re Phil and Mandy, but you can call us Phandy! We are a husband and wife team, and the owners of Tree Hugger: Plant-Based Kitchen. Originally from Kansas City, we got into the food truck business by opening up a Hawaiian shave ice truck out in Los Angeles seven years ago.” …
With (…)
Movie Tuesdays: Monkey
◦ When: Wednesday, Mar 5th
◦ Where: Screenland Armour
Guess what? It’s actually relaxing to watch a movie on a weekday night since ticket is just $6!
This week we’ll do Monkeys.
Please comment if you really want to come but can’t make it on 6:45pm(movie start time). Cinemark in Merriam has one on 7:25 for $6 too. I pick Screenland Armour because it’s closest to us.(…)
PyKC Coffee & Code, Johnson County Library Edition
◦ When: Saturday, Mar 8th
◦ Where: Johnson County Central Resource Library
RSVPs open 10 days before the date of the event.
Come work on Python projects, get programming help, help others, and meet interesting people. We’ll begin with brief introductions and an opportunity to talk about what we’re each working on. We’ll have members available to help beginning Python programmers with language basics and getting Python and related tools installed on their computers. We’l(…)
Intro To Bachata
◦ When: Friday, Mar 7th
◦ Where: Kansas City Dance Club
Step into the warmth of our Intro to Bachata class, where the chill of the season melts away with every dance step!
Whether you’re a seasoned dancer or taking your very first steps, our drop-in-friendly class welcomes all, no partner necessary.
Embrace the joy of dancing with any partner, as all partnerships are celebrated, and beginners are encouraged to join.
As the weather cools outside, let(…)
Intro to Salsa
◦ When: Thursday, Mar 6th
◦ Where: Kansas City Dance Club
Are you ready to add some Latin flair to your dance moves? Join us for our Intro to Salsa class and learn the basics of this fun and energetic dance style!
Our experienced instructors will guide you through the fundamental steps and techniques of Salsa, helping you build your skills and confidence on the dance floor. This group class is perfect for beginners, and no partner is necessary. We rotat(…)
Play pickleball
◦ When: Monday, Mar 3rd
◦ Where: EH Young Riverfront Park
Get ready to swing into some pickleball action! Whether you’re a total newbie or a paddle-wielding pro, join us for an afternoon of fun, friendly games at E.H. Young Riverfront Park. This drop-in event is all about enjoying the fastest-growing sport around, meeting cool people, and getting a little exercise while we’re at it.
No gear is required—paddles and balls can be provided for new players, t(…)
Tuesday East Coast Swing
◦ When: Wednesday, Mar 5th
◦ Where: 1280 Liberty St
Welcome to our East Coast Swing classes at Kansas City Dance Club, taught by the KC Swingsters. Located at 1280 Liberty St, these classes are a perfect blend of fun and learning, designed for dancers of all skill levels.
Each week, we delve into various aspects of East Coast Swing, focusing on technique, musicality, and styling. This makes our sessions ideal for both beginners and intermediate da(…)
Trivia at Transport Brewery in Shawnee!
◦ When: Thursday, Mar 6th
◦ Where: Transport Brewery
Let’s get together for trivia at Transport Brewery in Shawnee, KS! The trivia is hosted by Geeks Who Drink with a team limit of 6 members. Transport does not have a kitchen, but usually there is a food truck parked outside and there are other local food options available.(…)
Intro to Ballroom
◦ When: Friday, Mar 7th
◦ Where: Kansas City Dance Club
Step into the world of elegance and grace with our Intro to Ballroom Dance class, where everyone is welcome! No partner necessary, drop-ins encouraged, and beginners embraced. As the weather cools outside, let’s turn up the heat on the dance floor!
Embark on a captivating journey through the fundamentals of timeless ballroom dances like the waltz, cha-cha, foxtrot, and tango. This class is more t(…)
Taco Tuesday Game Night in the River Market
◦ When: Wednesday, Mar 5th
◦ Where: DoubleTap KC
Level One Game Shop is pairing up with Double Tap for Board Game Nights on Tuesdays starting September 10th! The events will be at Double Tap from 6pm-9pm. Level One will be there to help teach games and pair groups together. Look for the host Izzy and/or Justin, or Ai. We will be bringing social party games and a few light to intermediate board games.
This free event is for you if you;
* are lo(…)
Learn from the next generation of designers!
◦ When: Wednesday, Mar 5th
◦ Where: Marburg Room in Vanderslice Hall, Kansas City Art Institute
Join us Tuesday, March 4 at 7pm as our own Heather Lawrenz will introduce four of her students from the KU journalism school as they present on their design projects!
**Ricky Smith,** *BS/Journalism Communications – Media Arts and Production concentration May 2025,* will talk about experience with student run advertising program (the Agency) and NSAC
**Gracie Wheeler,** *BS Journalism Communicati(…)
Pickleball at SERV
◦ When: Saturday, Mar 8th
◦ Where: SERV
I’m looking at having Pickleball being a bi-monthly event. Playing at SERV makes it easy to guarantee a court with a reservation. Cost will range between $5-10 depending on how many people RSVP. SERV has their own paddles if you don’t have one but feel free to bring your own paddles.(…)
Carrot’s 30 Day Authority Building Challenge
◦ When: Monday, Mar 3rd
◦ Where: undefined
## **Join the Carrot 30-Day Challenge & Get More Leads!**
Are you ready to take your real estate investing website to the next level? The **Carrot 30-Day Challenge** is designed to help you **generate more leads and close more deals**—all by dedicating just a few minutes each day to improving your site!
This challenge will walk you through **one powerful task per day**, helping you **build credib(…)
Spring 2025 Metaphysical Fair
◦ When: Friday, Mar 7th
◦ Where: Harrah’s Casino
Join Christi for three big days of FUN at Spring KC Metaphysical!
Exhibitors will include vendors, readers, artists and energy workers. Legendary FREE hourly lectures are held all three days of the Fair and are included with your Fair admission. Single-day tickets are just $9 and kids aged 10 and younger enjoy free Fair admission when they accompany an adult ticket holder.
A VIP pass is availabl(…)
Coding & Cocktails: The Garnish – Introduction to CSS
◦ When: Saturday, Mar 8th
◦ Where: Dimensional Innovations
**\*\* You MUST register on Eventbrite to attend!\*\***
**Eventbrite link: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/coding-cocktails-the-garnish-introduction-to-css-tickets-1121040364909?aff=mu**
*Join us for our monthly coding series, Coding & Cocktails. Women are invited to attend sessions to get an introduction to website building in a fun, laid-back atmosphere.*
Once we build out the structure of our we(…)
Spicy Book Club
◦ When: Tuesday, Mar 4th
◦ Where: ReRoll Tavern
📅 March 3rd
⏰ 7:00 PM
📍 ReRoll Tavern
🍻 Free entry for participants
FREE EVENT, 18+
🔥 Spicy Book Club at ReRoll Tavern 🔥
“Leather and Lark” by Brynne Weaver is our book for discussion!
Dark romance lovers, it’s time to turn up the heat! Spicy Book Club is back at ReRoll Tavern, and you won’t want to miss it. Each month, I’ll pick a sizzling new dark read that will keep you on the edge of (…)
Tips to meet people at social events
One of the best ways to meet new people at social events in Kansas City is by choosing a common theme or interest. If you like movies, why not go see a screening with people who also like movies! Then you already have something to talk about. Or if you’re into coffee or beer, a Coffee and Beer Garden Meet and Greet could be perfect for you. And keep in mind that smaller group settings can be less intimidating and easier to start conversations in.
Another thing that might worry you is introductions. Some people aren’t as keen on introducing themselves and others worry or get nervous about it. Why not level the playing field and go to an event where everyone is expected to introduce themselves and talk? It could be a networking event, an acting class, a singles event, or a book club. Not only are people looking to introduce themselves at these events but they’re also there to make friends.
Our final tip is on the age of the people you are going to meet. If you have your heart set on meeting people close to your own age, then research events so that you can find your chosen demographic. At the same time, we want to encourage you not to limit yourself. An age gap doesn’t necessarily mean a disconnect and the great thing about different age groups is that they can learn from each other!
You can find even more events in Kansas City on Visitkc.com, Inkansascity.com, or Kansascityonthecheap.com.
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Love Languages: A Night of R&B
◦ When: Saturday, Mar 8th
◦ Where: The Combine
Come vibe with us at “Love Languages: A Night of R&B” where we’ll be celebrating love through soulful music all night long
Goodies: March Edition
◦ When: Saturday, Mar 8th
◦ Where: Brick House KC
Saturday, March 8th – Goodies: A 90’s & 2000’s Party – Sounds by Nick Davis & DJ Apsilum
Super Saturday – Kansas City
◦ When: Saturday, Mar 8th
◦ Where: Stoney Creek Hotel Kansas City – Independence
Come out and join us for Super Saturday- Kanas City!!!
Rally for Resilience
◦ When: Saturday, Mar 8th
◦ Where: The Shop Cigar Lounge
First responders show up on a citizen’s worst day. Consider donating to FRST Midwest as they continue to Support. Strengthen. Serve.
Open Drawing
◦ When: Thursday, Mar 6th
◦ Where: Kemper Museum of Contemporary Art
Join us for an evening of creativity and community at the museum.
Little Mania Wrestling: Huge Event, Tiny Wrestlers! North Kansas City, MO
◦ When: Wednesday, Mar 5th
◦ Where: Chef Tito´s Mexican Restaurant & Cantina
The most epic showdown featuring the pint-sized powerhouses of Midget Wrestling!
Hard Candy Kansas City with Lydia B Kollins
◦ When: Monday, Mar 3rd
◦ Where: Hamburger Mary’s Kansas City
RuPaul’s Drag Race S17 diva Lydia B Kollins comes to Kansas City!
“Empower Her” KC Social Brunch
◦ When: Saturday, Mar 8th
◦ Where: Sunflower Events Hall
Ladies, let’s celebrate International Women’s Day with small bites, drinks, music, and a panel discussion that will leave you empowered!
Spice Girls: The Dragtacular! (9:00pm Show)
◦ When: Saturday, Mar 8th
◦ Where: Hamburger Mary’s KC
The Fab Five are back in this concert-style drag spectacular! Scary, Baby, Sporty, Ginger and Posh reunite at Hamburger Mary’s KC!
Six-Hour Ethics, Boundaries and Self Care Training
◦ When: Friday, Mar 7th
◦ Where: Healing House Inc
A comprehensive look at the importance of ethics and maintaining professional boundaries in the treatment and recovery field. (6 CEUs MCB )
Beads Beans and Booze, Mardi Gras 2025
◦ When: Tuesday, Mar 4th
◦ Where: 2700 Guinotte Ave
The best Fat Tuesday Party is at the Rieger
Literary Series at 1900: The Poetry of Place Multi-Arts Event
◦ When: Friday, Mar 7th
◦ Where: 1900 Building
To launch the Literary Series at 1900, we gather poets rooted in the Heartland, as well as KC jazz greats, with food & drink from 1900.
ActiveCampaign Study Hall | Kansas City
◦ When: Tuesday, Mar 4th
◦ Where: Serendipity Labs – Overland Park
In this in-person workshop, you’ll hear from an ActiveCampaign pro, exchange ideas with other ActiveCampaign users, and get one-on-one help.
Pimpin A** Pisces Players Ball
◦ When: Saturday, Mar 8th
◦ Where: 6240 Raytown Trafficway
Here Ye, Here Ye!!! Calling all Pimps, Playas, Hustlers, and Go Getters!!! Welcome to the Pimpin A** Pisces Players Ball!!! Nothing But Furs
The Gang Hosts a Theme Party!
◦ When: Saturday, Mar 8th
◦ Where: ReRoll Tavern
Hey-o jabronis and bozos! Get ready to descend into chaos at ReRoll Tavern for a night of charlie work, rum ham, and implications!
Vivid Visions – Women In The Kansas City Jazz Scene
◦ When: Wednesday, Mar 5th
◦ Where: Folly Theater
Join us as we celebrate the talented women shaping the vibrant jazz scene in Kansas City!
ACCRA TO KC – Ghana @ 68 Independence Day Celebration
◦ When: Saturday, Mar 8th
◦ Where: Level KC Private Events
BRINGING ACCRA TO KC! MARCH 8th! Come celebrate with us like it’s 1957 at @ Level KC for a night of Afrobeats, Hiplife, Highlife and more!
PAL KCK Bingo Night
◦ When: Saturday, Mar 8th
◦ Where: 800 N 5th St
Come join us for a fun-filled evening of bingo at 800 N 5th St. Get ready to shout “Bingo!”
Shamrock Shuffle
◦ When: Saturday, Mar 8th
◦ Where: The Independence Square
Get ready to shuffle your way through a fun-filled day of music, dancing, and all things Irish at the Shamrock Shuffle!
Coding & Cocktails: The Garnish | Introduction to CSS
◦ When: Saturday, Mar 8th
◦ Where: Dimensional Innovations
Join us for our monthly Coding and Cocktails intro to code! 21+, women