
Verdigris Ugly Happy Hour
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When the first full weekend of summer arrives and daylight stretches lazily into the evening, step into the emerald glow of Verdigris—where time softens, conversations linger, and the golden hour feels endless.

2025 Ugly Dinner Series Presents: Jarocho
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Honor Kanbe’s expansion into Wyandotte County, KS at a delightful, seafood-filled evening at KCK culinary institution: Jarocho!

Ink for Impact Giveback – May 17
Join us on May 17 at Old Souls Tattoo for Ink for Impact, a flash tattoo fundraiser benefiting Kanbe’s Markets! Six artists will offer themed designs ($80-$200), with proceeds supporting fresh food access in KC. Walk-in only, first-come-first-served! Plus, grab a gourmet hot dog or orange cold brew from Disco Burger & Oddly Correct (12-3 PM) and give back while you get inked!

2025 Ugly Dinner Series Presents: Noka
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Please join us at Noka, where Chef & Owner Amante Domingo encapsulates that beauty of the natural world in a truly one-of-a-kind dining experience, inviting guests to indulge in seasonal, farm-to-table ingredients, as their senses traverse into someplace new.

Strawberry Jam Workshop
Strawberry Jam Workshop – Learn to Make Homemade Jam with Kanbe’s Markets
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IMPORTANT UPDATE! Workshop has been rescheduled to May 4th.
Join Kanbe’s Markets on May 4th for a hands-on Strawberry Jam Workshop! Perfect for beginners, this fun and flavorful class will teach you how to make your own jam from fresh strawberries.

2025 Ugly Dinner Series Presents: Novel
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Join us for our next Ugly Dinner at Novel, where Chef Ryan Brazeal and Pastry Chef Jessica Armstrong transform Kanbe’s Markets’ rescued produce into a four-course dining experience.

Fox & Pearl Ugly Happy Hour
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Join us for a fun evening of drinks, small bites, and great conversation! Whether you're new to Kanbe's or a long-time supporter, this is a perfect chance to connect, learn about our mission, and see how rescued ingredients help fight food waste and increase food access in KC.
Come for the drinks, stay for the impact!

Tiki Taco X Kanbe's Giveback *ALL DAY*
Dine at Tiki Taco on March 28th, and 20% of sales will support Kanbe’s Markets in providing fresh food access in Kansas City. Order in-store or takeout at any Tiki Taco location, and use promo code "KANBES" online or mention Kanbe’s at checkout to make your meal count!
Join the Kanbe’s team at Tiki Taco Troost at 6 PM for a special gathering!

2025 Ugly Dinner Series Presents: Bar Medici
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Join us for an Ugly Dinner at Bar Medici with an exclusive cocktail hour at Mercury Room and meticulously curated four-course dining experience celebrating the beauty of "ugly" produce while supporting Kanbe’s mission to create a more sustainable food system in Kansas City.
Cocktail Hour at Mercury Room - 5:30 PM - 6:30 PM
Dinner at Bar Medici - 6:30 PM - 9:00 PM

Seasons of Giving Celebration
Join Us for Kanbe's Markets Seasons of Giving!
You're invited! Join us on December 5th at The Ship (1221 Union Ave, Kansas City, MO 64101) for an unforgettable evening as we celebrate a year of impact for Kanbe's Markets. The event will start at 7pm and go until 10pm.
As you mingle with friends and fellow supporters, enjoy a live performance from the sensational Freedom Affair, sure to keep the energy high and the dance floor lively!
Don't miss our exciting raffle filled with amazing prizes from beloved Kansas City favorites—your chance to win something special just in time for the holidays.

Kanbe's Fall Fest
Join us for a day of seasonal celebration, learning, and plant-based enjoyment at our Fall Festival, hosted at one of our partner animal sanctuaries.

Halloween Super Spooky Sort
It's trick or treat, so costumes are encouraged... clothing that you don't mind getting a little dirty, and closed-toe shoes.
We'll have special Halloween snacks

Red Friday Super Sort
It's recommended that you wear comfortable CHIEFS clothing that you don't mind getting a little dirty, and closed-toe shoes.

Kanbe's Community Carnival
Kanbe’s Community Carnival!
Come by for a free produce giveaway, free food, free entertainment & games!

Cocktails for a Cause!
Drink up! Using Kanbe’s rescued apples, participating venues will be whipping up delicious Maker’s Mark cocktail. $1 of every drink will support Kanbe’s Markets efforts to fight hunger in our city.
Participating bars and restaurants include: The Campground, Voltaire, Golden Ox, Stockyards,The Belfry, The W, Pierpont’s, Goat & Rabbit, Lula Southern Cookhouse and Muni.

Thelma's Kitchen Ugly Dinner
Chef Bailey and team will make a beautiful meal from Kanbe’s Markets rescued produce. Proceeds of the dinner with be split evenly between both food justice organizations.

Cliff's Give Back Thursdays
Every Thursday, 10% of your tab when you dine at Cliff’s helps Kanbe’s Markets combat food insecurity

Mildreds X Kanbe's Round Up!
Round up to the nearest dollar with any purchase at Mildred’s, and your change will help Kanbe’s Markets transform food loss into food access.


Ugly Dinner - Lazia
Kanbe's Markets is thrilled to invite you to our Ugly Dinner at Lazia in the Crossroad Hotel!
Sold out! Please email events@kanbesmarkets.org to get on the waitlist.






The Ugly Dinner Series - 21c At the Savoy
Join us for an ugly dinner in the 21c at the Savoy Galleries. This four course meal with drink pairings will feature Kanbe’s Ugly Produce.

The Ugly Dinner Series - The Restaurant at 1900
This four course meal begins at 6pm on July 12, at the Restaurant at 1900. It will feature cocktail pairings with Tito's Handmade Vodka, as well as wine pairings.

Mattie Rhodes Tamale Festival
Come see the Kanbe’s Team at the Mattie Rhodes second annual tamale festival!