Twelve Things To Do In KC This Weekend, February 12—15

From modern dance to a Galentine's Day igloo soirée, there's plenty to enjoy in Kansas City this Valentine's Day weekend.

Published on Feb. 11, 2026

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This article highlights a dozen events and activities happening in Kansas City over the Valentine's Day weekend, February 12-15. The lineup includes a modern dance showcase, an opera performance by international star Joyce DiDonato, a soulful pops concert, an art installation celebrating Hispanic artists, a Galentine's Day celebration, and more.

Why it matters

Kansas City has a vibrant arts and entertainment scene, and this weekend's events showcase the diversity of cultural offerings in the city. From classical music to immersive performance art, there's something for everyone to enjoy during this festive holiday weekend.

The details

The events highlighted include the 22nd annual modern dance showcase from City in Motion Dance Theater, the hometown premiere of Joyce DiDonato's song cycle 'Emily — No Prisoner Be', a soulful pops concert from the Kansas City Symphony featuring Broadway vocalist Capathia Jenkins, an art installation by Puerto Rican artist Edra Soto at the Kemper Museum, a Galentine's Day celebration at Strang Reserve, the return of the interactive 'Whiskey Dynamite' show, and more. Many of these events blend different artistic disciplines and celebrate the city's creative community.

  • The events take place over the Valentine's Day weekend, February 12-15, 2026.
  • The modern dance showcase is on February 14.
  • Joyce DiDonato's performance is on February 14.
  • The soulful pops concert with Capathia Jenkins is February 13-15.
  • The Edra Soto art installation is on display January 30 - March 7.

The players

City in Motion Dance Theater

A Kansas City-based modern dance company that is presenting its 22nd annual showcase of new choreography.

Joyce DiDonato

An internationally acclaimed opera singer and Kansas City native who is performing the hometown premiere of her latest song cycle.

Capathia Jenkins

A Broadway performer and powerhouse vocalist who is joining the Kansas City Symphony for a soulful pops concert.

Edra Soto

A Puerto Rican artist whose installation 'the place of dwelling' is on display at the Kemper Museum of Contemporary Art.

Quixotic

A Kansas City-based innovative performance art collective that is producing the 'Whiskey Dynamite' show.

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What they’re saying

“Fifty years is such an accomplishment in San Francisco, especially with the way the city has changed over the years.”

— Gordon Edgar, grocery employee (Instagram)

The takeaway

This weekend's diverse lineup of events in Kansas City showcases the city's vibrant arts and entertainment scene, from classical music and opera to immersive performance art and community celebrations. Whether you're a longtime resident or visiting for the first time, there's something for everyone to enjoy during this festive Valentine's Day weekend.