The Community Voice

2025 Black Archives Hall of Fame.
2025-12-20 16:00 (America/Chicago) | Black Archives Of Mid-America, 1722 East 17th Terrace, Kansas City, MO, 64108, United States
We are proud to recognize:

Joanne Collins – Trailblazing Political LeaderOllie Gates – Legendary Founder of Gates BBQ

These extraordinary individuals have shaped our city, uplifted our community, and built legacies that continue to inspire generations.

Let’s come together to celebrate their contributions and keep our culture alive. Seats are limited—reserve yours today!

Elder Jermane C. Milton & BREAKING GROUND | Christmas Concert
2025-12-20 17:00 | KS
Our Special Guest Includes:

The Amazing Tobbi White and Tommi White of Donald Lawrence and CO. My Sis. and Independent Gospel Recording Artist Kenya Ken-Ken Robinson and My Friend The Worshiper, Elder Carva White. And Much More…

Please come out and Support & Join Us For An Evening of Worship.

Holiday Light Tours
2025-12-20 18:00 - 19:00, 2025-12-20 19:30 - 20:30, 2025-12-26 18:00 - 19:00, 2025-12-26 19:30 - 20:30, 2025-12-27 18:00 - 19:00, 2025-12-27 19:30 - 20:30 | The Jewel Event Space, 410 Admiral Boulevard, Kansas City, MO, 64106, United States
Enjoy the festive lights while listening to holiday music on a 60 Minute light tour through Kansas City

Holiday Kickback
2025-12-20 18:00 - 21:00 | Celebrations Event Center, 4620 E 13th, Wichita, KS, 67208, United States
PEACE2GETHERVwill be performing. Light refreshments

A CROONER CHRISTMAS
2025-12-20 20:00 - 23:00 | KS
Brock Booker – Rich Bruhn & Jesse Bourque

Brewer Community Center for FREE Open Gym
2025-12-21 12:00 - 17:00 | KS
Calling all young ballers (18 & under)!

Looking for something fun to do during your holiday break? FREE Open Gym from December 19 to January 5! Grab your friends, lace up your sneakers, and enjoy a great way to stay active, sharpen your skills, and have fun in a safe, welcoming space. Whether you’re practicing your jump shot or just playing for fun, the court is open!

OH COME LET US ADORE HIM: A CHRISTMAS MUSICAL
2025-12-21 16:00 - 17:00 | KS
Presented by the James and Shirley Davis family of Oklahoma City OK

Featuring local family ministries and guest artists

bring a friend and celebrate.

KC Comedy Hub Presents: The POC M-I-C @ Vine Street Brewing!
2025-12-22 19:00 - 21:00, 2025-12-29 19:00 - 21:00 | Vine Street Brewing Co., 2010 Vine Street, #Building 2A, Kansas City, MO, 64108, United States
Welcome to the ONLY comedy open mic in KC exclusively for people of color, and it’s weekly! EVERY MONDAY // 7:00PM // @ Vine Street Brewing!

The Holiday Hub
2025-12-23 10:00 - 18:00, 2025-12-24 10:00 - 15:00 | Celebrations Event Center, 4620 E 13th, Wichita, KS, 67208, United States
Your go-to location for holiday business pick-ups! VENDOR OPTIONS:🎁 VENDOR PRESENT – $40 (both days) • Come & go anytime during event hours • All transactions must be completed with vendor present🎁 PICK-UP STATION – $75 (both days)• Vendor can be absent while customers pick up prepaid items • +$25 for refrigerated items • +$50 for sales transactions by Celebrations Event Center.

Perfect for: Bakers • Caterers • MLM Reps • Crafters

No need to have customers meet you in a sketchy parking lot! Meet at a safe, heated venue where customers can pick up their orders, browse other vendors, and complete their last-minute holiday goodies shopping with easy pick-up in one location!

📞 Contact Ashley to reduce your holiday stress! 316-494-0858Drop-off: 8:00 AM both days Final pick-up: All items must be claimed by 3:00 PM on December 24th, 2025Let The Holiday Hub be your one-stop drop-off solution!

Christmas Eve at Unity Village Chapel: Night of Illumination
2025-12-24 17:00 - 18:00 | Unity Village, 1901 Northwest Blue Parkway, Unity Village, MO, 64065, United States
Christmas Eve Service at Unity Village

​​Join together for an evening of Christmas celebration, metaphysics and Divine illumination. Also enjoy sweet Christmas harmonies sung throughout the evening.​
Spread the good news and great cheer of Christmas Eve with Unity Village Chapel this year!

Christmas Night Out with Steppers
2025-12-25 20:00 - 2025-12-26 01:00 | 6240 Raytown Trafficway, 6240 Raytown Trafficway, Raytown, MO, 64133, United States
A classy, grown & sexy Christmas night of smooth steppin’, great music, and good vibes. Let’s celebrate the holidays in rhythm and style!

Christmas Night Out with Steppers 🎄✨
Join us for a festive evening of dancing, laughter, and holiday cheer at our Christmas Night Out with Steppers! Get ready to groove to soulful sounds, connect with great people, and show off your smooth 2-step moves.
📍 Location: 6240 Raytown Trafficway🗓️ Date: December 25, 2025⏰ Time: 8:00PM to 1:00AM
Bring your friends, dress to impress, and let’s celebrate the season on the dance floor. Don’t miss this chance to step into the holidays with style and joy!

UMOJA: Come Celebrate Kwanzaa
2025-12-26 12:00 - 14:00 | The Center, 1914 E 11th St N, Wichita, KS, 67214, United States
Join the Wichita African American Council of Elders as we celebrate the first day of Kwanzaa.

2025 KUUMBA (Creativity) Salad: Elder provide the GREENS

You Bring Your Favorite Salad Ingredients & toppings to share.

Let’s create the BEST KUUMBA SALAD EVER!!!

Indigo Hour: Lady D
2025-12-26 17:00 - 19:30 | Blue Room, 1600 East 18th Street, Kansas City, MO, 64108, United States
Lady D headlines Indigo Hour at the Blue Room, the signature happy hour event at the American Jazz Museum’s jazz club.

Start your weekend with Indigo Hour, the Blue Room’s signature happy hour event featuring free live jazz music and select deals on wine and well drinks!
Note: your Eventbrite ticket to Indigo Hour serves as pre-registration but does not guarantee a seat for the performance. Doors open at 5pm. Register and arrive early!

Sean Tyler Ugly Christmas Sweater Party w/ guest Bobby Watson & Lisa Henry
2025-12-26 20:30 - 23:00 | Blue Room, 1600 East 18th Street, Kansas City, MO, 64108, United States
Join us at The Blue Room for The Sean Tyler Ugly Christmas Sweater Party featuring special guests Bobby Watson & Lisa Henry.

The Elegant Affair 2
2025-12-27 19:00 - 23:59 | Holiday Inn East, 549 S Rock Rd, Wichita, KS, 67207
a signature upscale R&B and grown-folk celebration, bringing together professionals and tastemakers for an unforgettable night of sophistication, great music, and style. Guests enjoy live entertainment, a cash bar, fine appetizers, and premium vibes in a classy atmosphere. CALL OR TEXT

316-617-3251 @Followers @highlights

GET YOUR TICKETS TODAY

Wellness Warrior x Vine Street Brewing: Pop-Up Series
2025-12-28 11:00 - 12:30 | Vine Street Brewing Co., 2010 Vine Street, #Building 2A, Kansas City, MO, 64108, United States
Sweat, sip & strengthen! Join Wellness Warrior for a power workout, Cure Hydration samples, gift bags & $5 pours at Vine Street.

THE ECHELON: An Evening of Art & Expression
2025-12-28 18:00 - 20:00 | KS
Spoken Word & Live Music🍸 Open Bar🍽 Full Food Menu👔 Dress Code Enforced🎟 Tickets: $30 on Eventbrite (Limited Seating)

This isn’t just a show — it’s an experience.Come network. Come vibe. Come indulge in expression.

🔗 Secure your seat now.📞 More info: 316-226-0079

Dirk Chaney Memorial Workshop & Concert
2025-12-29 19:00 - 2026-01-02 21:00 | St. Andrews Missionary Baptist Church, 3901 E. 25th Street North, Wichita, KS, 67220, United States
36th Annual Gospel Music Workshop for the entire community! December 29th – January 1st, nightly at 7pm. Concert is Friday, January 2nd, 2026 at 7p – St. Andrews Missionary Baptist Church, 3901 E. 25th Street North, Wichita, KS 67220. Registration for the workshop is $25.00, but the concert is FREE!

7th Annual New Years Eve Gala
2025-12-31 18:00 - 2026-01-01 01:00 | Stoney Creek Hotel Kansas City – Independence, 18011 Bass Pro Drive, Independence, MO, 64055, United States
We’ve got a early bird special on tickets & hotel rooms

Velvet & Vye: A NYE Affair
2025-12-31 21:00 - 2026-01-01 01:00 | Vye Cocktail Lounge, 2018 Main Street, #Suite 101, Kansas City, MO, 64108, United States
Get ready to sparkle and shine at Velvet & Vye: A NYE Affair – where glam meets good vibes in person!

Velvet & Vye: A NYE Affair
✨ Ring in the New Year at Vye Cocktail Lounge with a night draped in velvet vibes ✨ Join us for an unforgettable evening featuring a live DJ, signature cocktails crafted to perfection, and a sparkling champagne toast at midnight. 🍾🎶🍸
Dress to impress and step into luxe ambiance, sip on great drinks, and dance your way into 2026 surrounded by Kansas City’s best energy.

New Year's Eve Masquerade Ball
2025-12-31 21:00 - 2026-01-01 02:00 | Elizabeth’s Lounge, 6160 E 21st N Ste 100, Wichita, Kansas, 67208
DJ Fluid bringing the musical atmosphere. MC Janee, Lady Wizards in the house. Performance by The Vibe featuring Paris Jane

Dress to impress. VIP Tables available RSVP (316) 927-0408

Afrocaribbean NYE With Rara Lakay
2025-12-31 22:00 - 2026-01-01 02:00 | Cable Event Center, 1327 Burlington Street, #Suite N, North Kansas City, MO, 64116, United States
Get ready to dance the night away with the best Afrocaribbean vibes and celebrate the New Year in style!

Afrocaribbean NYE With Rara Lakay
Join us for an unforgettable Afrocaribbean New Year’s Eve celebration with the amazing band Rara Lakay! Get ready for a night filled with vibrant music, energetic dancing, and delicious food and cocktails.
Event Details:
Venue: Cable Event Center
Date: December 31st, 2025 at 10:00 Pm Til 2Am.
Come and immerse yourself in the rich culture and rhythms of Afrocaribbean music. Let’s kick off the new year in style with Rara Lakay Live in the building Ayati Rara Dance group alongside Dj Flip Intl, Dj Gio, Dj Swart live djs playing the best of mixtures!

2StepGameNight - ALL BLK 3
2026-01-01 20:00 - 2026-01-02 02:00 | Elevation Grille, 6141 Blue Ridge Boulevard, Raytown, MO, 64133, United States
2StepGameNight (ALL BLK 3) Dance Play Connect BEST VIBES ON THURSDAY NIGHTS
– Presented by Gerron Greenfield + WkndMuve
-Thursday Jan 1st
