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STRENGTHEN THE VINE
FIRST FRIDAYS

Join us EVERY First Friday within the 18th & Vine Historic District to enjoy KANSAS CITY'S BEST local vendor, live entertainment, and family fun for the entire family on "the Vine" from March until November!!

2025
Official Dates

FREE YOUTH ACTIVITIES 3:00-6:00 PM 
FACE PAINTERS 
BALLON ARTISTS 
SPECIAL ACTIVITES & MORE!!!

 

​April 4th

May 2nd
June 6th 
July 4th

August 1st

September 5th

October 3rd

November 7th

First Fridays Map
Plan A Visit
artists

NOW RECRUITING RESIDENT ARTISTS

DISPLAY YOUR WORK FOR FREE

Apply TODAY to reserve your resident booth space. On-site sales are permitted. Network with artists from the community!

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Vendor Signup

STRENGTHEN THE VINE
FIRST FRIDAYS

NOW RECRUITING VENDORS!!!

 

See our official event dates below and select "CLICK HERE"
next to the date you'd like to participate...
WE LOOK FORWARD TO YOU JOINING US!!  

 

OPPORTUNITIES NOW AVAILABLE!!
 Strengthen the Vine First Fridays
indoor & outdoor options
NOW AVAILABLE
FOR THE ENTIRE YEAR.

 

Vendors now have the option to host their vendor space
outside or inside

NEW OUTDOOR VENDOR OPPORTUNITY

@ THE COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT CENTER  
PATIO ONLY @ 18th & Paseo 
(Formerly Soiree Steak & Oyster House) 


Indoor Options Include: 

The Atrium of the American Jazz Museum
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Strengthen the Vine Official Program Dates: 
 

April 4th - - CLICK HERE TO REGISTER 

May 2nd - - CLICK HERE TO REGISTER
June 6th - - CLICK HERE TO REGISTER   
July 4th - - CLICK HERE TO REGISTER

August 1st - - CLICK HERE TO REGISTER

September 5th - -CLICK HERE TO REGISTER

October 3rd - - CLICK HERE TO REGISTER

November 7th - - CLICK HERE TO REGISTER

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Food Vendor Requirements

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Below you will find information regarding the food permitting process & inspection procedures.

 

PLEASE BE SURE TO TAKE THE TIME TO REVIEW THIS INFORMATION TO ENSURE YOU HAVE COMPLETED ALL REQUIREMENTS LISTED BY THE CITY OF KANSAS CITY MISSOURI HEALTH DEPARTMENT TO SELL/SERVE FOOD DURING OUR SPECIAL EVENTS.

 

ALL food vendors must abide by all requirements outlined by the health department and complete all inspection requirements during event activities. FAILURE to meet inspection guidelines may result in an immediate shutdown of your vendor booth.

 

FEES ARE NONREFUNDABLE if you fail to meet all guidelines mandated by the health department.

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Event Application Checklist

Permit Process Diagram

Event Process Narrative

Event Application

Event Booklet

Fee Schedule

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The American Jazz Museum 

INDOOR VENDOR ACCOMODATIONS

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JuneteenthKC is a 501c3 organization.
Direct Correspondence & Donations can be mailed to:
PO BOX 9661 Kansas City, MO 64134
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Festival Information:
(816) 673-0004

JuneteenthKC@gmail.com

Vendor Information: 
(816) 673-0004
JuneteenthKC@gmail.com

 
Parade Information:
Juneteenthkcparadeinfo@gmail.com 
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