🏆 WORLD CUP GUIDE

World Cup Guide is Live

We’ve been building something behind the scenes, and it’s officially here.

The KC Scene World Cup Guide is your go-to spot to explore Kansas City during one of the biggest moments the city has ever hosted.

Whether you're visiting or live here, this is where you’ll find:

• Full KC Directory — One place to explore restaurants, shops, and local spots across the city
• Smarter Search & Filters — Find exactly what you’re looking for by neighborhood, category, vibe, and more
• Save & Favorite — Bookmark places and build your own list for later
• Events & Specials — Everything happening during the World Cup, all in one place
• Map-Based Discovery — See what’s near you and plan your route around the city
• Locally Owned Filter — Easily find and support local businesses
• Safe Space Badge — Know which spots are inclusive and welcoming
• KC Green Badge — Find businesses focused on sustainability
• Dog-Friendly Filter — Quickly find patios, shops, and places your dog is welcome
• Happy Hour Finder — Search by time and location, no more guessing, yes there’s a countdown
• Direct Booking Links — Reserve a table or book directly without digging
• Parking Info — Know where to park before you get there
• Quick Access (QR + Links) — Jump straight to places from posts, guides, or real-world signage

👉 Save your favorites and build your own list for the tournament

🏪 Own a Business?

You can still be part of it.

Join the guide for FREE and:

• Get your business in front of locals and visitors
• Promote your World Cup specials and events
• Show up in search, map, and filtered results
• Update your profile anytime with photos, hours, and details

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Share with all businesses that you think will benefit from being apart of this!

📍 Why We Built This

We didn’t want people coming to KC and only seeing the obvious spots.

This is about putting a spotlight on the locally owned businesses that actually make Kansas City what it is.

So whether you're exploring or promoting, this is your place to be.

👀 This Week Around KC

🌿 MASS STREET PLANT COMPANY SETS MAY 2 OPENING IN DOWNTOWN LAWRENCE​

West Bottoms Plant Company is expanding beyond Kansas City with a new sister shop called Mass Street Plant Company, set for a soft opening May 2 at 6 E 7th St in downtown Lawrence, the former Jungle House space. The shop will carry houseplants, locally made goods, and curated gifts alongside a smaller-format ADHDIY Craft Cafe with seating for about 20 guests. Owners Austin Mosier and Tristan Carlson opened West Bottoms Plant Company in 2022 and currently support more than 180 local artists and makers at their KC location. A grand opening is planned for June.

⚾ KC MONARCHS BEGIN NEW ERA UNDER QUINT STUDER AND KC ROOTS​
Kansas City's independent baseball team has a new owner. Mark Brandmeyer, who led the Monarchs to back-to-back championships, sold the franchise to healthcare executive Quint Studer and the KC Roots group. Studer says retaining the current staff is his top priority as the team heads into a new chapter. The home opener is May 19 against the Chicago Dogs at Legends Field.

🌍 KANSAS CITY SECURES $100,000 AIRBNB INVESTMENT TO ACTIVATE LOCAL BUSINESSES FOR WORLD CUP​
Airbnb is putting $100,000 into Kansas City's Open Doors! program, placing local entrepreneurs into vacant storefronts along the streetcar corridor ahead of this summer's World Cup. The city expects roughly 11,000 Airbnb guests during the tournament, generating an estimated $105 million in economic activity. Airbnb will also serve as the exclusive lead sponsor of a Small Business Guide connecting global visitors to local shops and restaurants across the urban core. The investment is administered through the Economic Development Corporation of Kansas City.

🏗️ WE COULD SEE A "PLAZA OF THE NORTHLAND" ON 400 UNUSED ACRES NEAR I-435​
Kansas City has proposed a plan to redevelop 400 acres near I-435 and NE Shoal Creek Parkway, currently owned by The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. The TIF-funded project would bring a mix of single-family homes, townhomes, apartments, retail, restaurants, a possible hotel, and entertainment or sports facilities to the area. New tax revenue generated by the development would fund project costs over 23 years, with 5% shared annually with local taxing districts. Some are already calling it the Plaza of the Northland.

🏈 CARDVAULT BY TOM BRADY IS COMING TO POWER AND LIGHT DISTRICT​
Tom Brady's sports card and collectibles chain is opening a location at the Power and Light District. Kansas City was named one of three new cities in a single expansion announcement alongside Austin and Los Angeles, bringing the chain to 17 total locations. Brady purchased a 50% stake in CardVault in early 2025 alongside founder Chris Costa and has since grown the brand from 6 stores to a national footprint carrying sports cards, Pokemon, and collectibles.

🎸 PEARL JAM GRANTS $45,000 TO GRANDVIEW NONPROFIT ART HOUSE​
Art House Grandview, a community arts nonprofit with two locations on Main Street in Grandview, was selected as the April grantee by Pearl Jam's Vitalogy Foundation through its Future Days Fund. The $45,000 grant supports completely free music education for kids, no tuition and no gatekeeping. Founder Josh Scott traces the whole thing back to hearing Pearl Jam guitarist Mike McCready's solo on "Alive" as a teenager in Alabama, an experience that led him to build JHS Pedals into a globally recognized KC guitar brand and later found Art House. Pearl Jam's announcement post reached 3.8 million followers on Instagram.

What you might have missed last week

• The Kansas City Royals and Hallmark Cards have announced a joint plan to bring a new downtown ballpark and mixed-use development to Crown Center, marking one of the largest private investments in the city’s history.
• Kansas City’s streetcar system is expanding north with the Riverfront Extension set to begin passenger service on May 18, 2026, following an opening event and community celebration at the riverfront.
• The $3 billion Chiefs stadium project in Kansas just took a real step forward.

🏢 DEVELOPMENT SCENE

Royals Land Downtown Future with Crown Center Ballpark Plan

The Kansas City Royals and Hallmark Cards have announced a partnership to develop an 85-acre mixed-use baseball district anchored at Crown Center, formally moving plans away from Washington Square Park. The $1.9 billion ballpark would sit at the heart of the development, surrounded by retail, dining, residential, and entertainment space, with Hallmark relocating its headquarters as part of the broader build-out. Two-thirds of funding will come from private sources, with the remaining third supported by city and state partners. Breaking ground is expected in 2027.

🏐 SPORTS SCENE

Chiefs Trade Up for Defense-Heavy First Round, Land Delane and Woods

The Kansas City Chiefs made a major move on Day 1 of the 2026 NFL Draft, trading up to select LSU cornerback Mansoor Delane at No. 6 overall before using their No. 29 pick on Clemson defensive tackle Peter Woods. The Chiefs moved from No. 9 to No. 6 in a deal with the Cleveland Browns, sending multiple picks to secure Delane, who they view as the top cornerback in the class and a key replacement in a reshaped secondary. Later in the first round, Kansas City continued building its defense by adding Woods, a powerful interior lineman expected to develop behind veteran Chris Jones.

Key 2026 NFL Draft Details for Kansas City

• Total First-Round Picks: 2 (No. 6 and No. 29)
• Pick No. 6: Traded up to select Mansoor Delane (CB, LSU)
• Pick No. 29: Peter Woods (DT, Clemson)
• Major Focus: Defensive rebuild and secondary reinforcement
• Key Departures Addressed: Cornerback turnover after offseason roster changes
• Defensive Strategy: Add immediate starters with long-term upside on defense

🎯 REAL ESTATE SCENE

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The main level features hardwood floors in the entry, eat-in kitchen, and breakfast area, with a seamless flow into the living spaces. A see-through fireplace connects the sitting room and great room, paired with built-in bookshelves that add character and storage.

Upstairs, the primary suite includes a spacious layout, updated flooring in the ensuite bath, and a large walk-in closet. Secondary bedrooms are well-sized with great closet space throughout.

The finished basement adds flexible space for a media room, gym, or recreation area. Major exterior updates have already been completed, including new engineered wood siding in 2024 and most windows replaced.

Located near Blue Hills Country Club, Leawood Village Shopping Center, and Martin City, this home offers space, updates, and location—ready for its next chapter.

🏡 Property Overview

Address: 12200 Cherry St, Kansas City, MO 64145

Bedrooms: 4

Bathrooms: 3

Square Footage: 3,173 sq ft

Lot Size: 10,031 sq ft lot

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🌆 This Weekend in Kansas City!