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31st Annual Waldo Fall Festival

Join us for the 31st Annual Waldo Fall Festival on Saturday, September 16 from 10:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m.
FREE and open to the public. Stop by to shop local vendors, meet Waldo businesses, enjoy live music & entertainment, food trucks & drinks, kids’ activities, and more.
Live Entertainment on the Fresh Green Stage:
– Lorna’s School of Dance, 11am-noon
– Commercial Appeal Band, 1-2pm
– School of Rock, 3-4pm
– DJ Die Hard, 4-6pm
– Friendly Thieves, 6-8 pm
Food Trucks:
– Vee’s Barbeque
– Omnivorium
– The Wild Way (coffee)
Activities:
– Inflate KC (kids bounce house – FREE)
– Party Cube KC (adult experience)
Featured Vendors include:
– Arbor Vitae Yoga & Wellness
– Birthday Connections
– Branded Concrete
– Emilie’s French Teas
– Fresh Green
– Kansas City Oasis
– Marvelous Scents Candle Co.
– Melina Davis Jewelry
– rOOTS
– The Plaid Badger2023-fall-fest-yard-sign
– Sideburn Candles
– Team Cocktail
– Show Me KC Schools
– Parisian Gypsy
– Pistachios
…and more!
Vendor Booths | Food Trucks | Activities | Live Music & Entertainment | and more
Vendors: Register now!
*The rain date will be on Saturday, September 23

2nd Annual Waldo Spring Fling

Waldo Area Business Association Hosts 2nd Annual Spring Fling 

to Support Local Makers and Businesses, May 6, 2023

The outdoor festival hosted at the parking lot at Gregory & Wornall will offer Waldo businesses and local artists a place to showcase their work in the neighborhood

Creating a place for vendors and artists to showcase and sell their work, the Waldo Area Business Association is hosting the 2nd Waldo Spring Fling on Saturday, May 6 from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.  The outdoor festival will be focused on supporting the local community with a pop-up experience in the parking lot off Gregory & Wornall Rd. The experience will feature 40 businesses and artists in a walkable area, plus food trucks and space for neighbors to visit, shop and support local businesses, all in one destination. 

The pop-up Spring Fling Festival event at Gregory & Wornall parking lot will feature a variety of Waldo businesses from food to clothing, accessories, and specialty services and makers from across the KC metro, giving the community a variety of shopping and experiences, all in one destination. Food trucks will be available along Brookside Boulevard and Gregory Rd. during the event. The event is free to the public and all participating businesses will be listed on waldokc.org. 

“Waldo is proud to be a destination for local businesses and introducing a spring festival is a great way to showcase all of the talents in our community,” said Natalie Nelson, Director of Operations. “We saw success in hosting a similar style of the outdoor festival this past fall that offered a mix of Waldo businesses and local artists and want to continue to create a safe and fun event for the community to experience everything that Waldo has to offer.”

The Waldo District, stretching along Wornall Road from Gregory to around 85th St., is home to around 300 businesses including some of Kansas City’s favorite restaurants, bars, coffee shops, and services. A few new businesses that have opened in Waldo in 2023 include KC Movement Lab, Presence Chiropractic, Its Elemental Spa, Front Range Cafe, Green Utopia KC, Brookside Ceramics, and Create Space KC. 

Visit waldokc.org for a complete listing of merchants and promotion details and follow the Everything Waldo Facebook page for event updates.

Waldo Spring Fling Brochure

REGISTER AS A VENDOR HERE

About Waldo 

Located in the heart of Kansas City, MO, Waldo is a walkable, bikeable neighborhood filled with everything from boutiques to bakeries and day spas to nightlife. For more details about the community and businesses bounded by Gregory Blvd., State Line Rd., 85th Street, and Holmes Rd., visit waldokc.org or follow us on Facebook/EverythingWaldo, Twitter (@EverythingWaldo), and Instagram (everythingwaldo). 

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Women-owned in Waldo

Did you know that Waldo is home to over 300 businesses, many locally owned and operated by women? This March, celebrate Women’s History Month by supporting the many women-owned businesses in Waldo.

  • Ampersand Studio – @ampersandstudio
  • Botanica KC – @botanicakc
  • Brookside Ceramics – @brooksideceramics
  • Breathe – the wellness society – @breathewellnesssociety
  • Cicada – @cicada_co
  • City Gym – @citygymkc
  • Chelly’s Cafe – @chellyscafekcmo
  • Cheveux – @cheveuxkc
  • Co-Op Fitness – @co_op_fitness
  • Create Space KC – @createspacekc
  • Duffle Bag Apparel – @dbbapparel
  • Eclectic’s Gift Gallery – @eclecticsgiftgallery
  • Emilie’s French Teas – @emiliesfrenchteas
  • Hiles Two – @hilestwo
  • Holly Day MedSpa – @hollyday.medspa
  • KC Needlepoint – @kcneedlepoint
  • KC Movement Lab – @kc_movementlab
  • Lisa Schmitz Interior – @lisaschmitzinterior
  • Lorna’s School of Dance – @lornasschoolofdance
  • Lumine Salon – @luminesalonkc
  • McLain’s Bakery – @mclainsbakerykc
  • Pampered Paws in KC – @pamperedpawsinkc
  • Pistachio’s – @pistachioskc
  • Roots & Branches – @rootsandbrancheskc
  • SOAP Kansas City – @soapkansascity
  • Yoga Soul – @yogasoulkc
  • Waldo Tha – @waldothai

Dine, discover and donate during the 8th Annual “Waldo Week”, February 16-24

Waldo will support Lucky 13 as the featured charity partner; encouraging visits to Waldo businesses

Dine and discover all that the Waldo neighborhood can offer during the 8th annual Waldo Week with special offers at participating businesses, February 16-24, 2023. Waldo Week was created as a way to showcase the diverse restaurants, retail, unique services, and entertainment experiences offered in the neighborhood and offers the community the chance to support a local non-profit organization. 

This year, the Waldo Community Improvement District has partnered with Lucky 13 pet rescue located in Waldo, as the featured charity partner to support their mission of pet adoption. The charity partner was selected through a social contest in which Lucky 13 received over 300 nominations from the general public. The Waldo Community Improvement District has set a goal to raise $1,500 to support the non-profit through a kickoff event followed by a donation drive that kicks off on Thursday, February 16, and runs through February 24. The virtual auction will feature a variety of Waldo packages and a raffle to benefit Lucky 13 and the kickoff event will be hosted at Crows Coffee on Thursday, February 16 from 5:00 – 7:00 p.m.

“Waldo Week started because the winter months can be challenging and this event serves as a reminder to support our local businesses while also giving back to a charity in need,” said Natalie Nelson, Director of Operations. Waldo Week is a great opportunity for people to explore the area,  plus receive a discount and give back to a great cause through our partnership with Lucky 13. Waldo is incredibly dog-friendly so it’s exciting to support a non-profit based in our community.” 

Lucky 13 pet rescue, a 501(c)3 is located in Waldo at 119 W. Gregory Blvd. and is dedicated to the rescue and aid of homeless and neglected dogs in the Kansas City metro area. Lucky 13’s goal is to rehabilitate each canine in their care in loving foster homes until they can be carefully matched.

For generations, people have been shopping and dining in Waldo, supporting local businesses, friends, and neighbors. The area, stretching along Wornall Road from Gregory to around 85th St., is home to some of Kansas City’s favorite restaurants, bars, coffee shops, and services. Waldo Week is perfect for fans of KC Restaurant Week, Small Business Saturday, and other local events, as it celebrates all businesses. Whether you are looking for a service, want an excuse to support a coffee shop or restaurant, or grab a cocktail, there are a variety of businesses offering specials and discounts up to 25 percent off during Waldo Week.

Place your bids to win fun items like 8 days of play from The Collar Club, Waldo restaurant gift cards, and more. The auction is live through 2/24 at 5 pm.

DONATE TO THE CAUSE

Participating Businesses:

  • Betty Rae’s15% discount for anyone mentioning Waldo Week
  • Breathe – the wellness society10% when Waldo Week is mentioned
  • Boru Asian Eatery15% off when you mention “Waldo Week” to your server
  • Centered Spirit – 20% OFF any infrared sauna session and sauna packages
  • CoWork Waldo20% off your first month if you sign up and pay during Waldo Week!
  • Crows CoffeeGift Card Special: Buy $50 GC, Get $5, Buy $100, Get $10
  • Eclectic’s Gift GalleryEclectics will offer a $25 gift card for $20 as our special for Waldo week. Customers who spend $25 or more and mention Waldo week will get their choice of a glass art magnet or a handmade art card.
  • Emilie’s French Teas –20% OFF* selected loose-leaf tea by the ounce and an additional 10% OFF our discounted Christmas Tea Line
  • Gunter Pest & Lawn$10 off your first lawn care treatment in an annual lawn care package when you mention Waldo Week
  • Hiles Two
  • Littlefield Eye Associates
  • Marco Polo Wine Selections
  • PKTC collectibles (Prestige KC Trading Company)
  • Skizzle Productions – Get 50% Off a Video Business Card (VBC) 
  • South of Summit15% off when you mention “Waldo Week” to your server
  • Summit Waldo15% off when you mention “Waldo Week” to your server

Patrons must mention Waldo Week to receive the discount when they visit participating merchants. Be sure to visit waldokc.org to learn more about the participating businesses and special offers available during Waldo Week. *Rules and restrictions apply.

About Waldo 

Located in the heart of Kansas City, MO, Waldo is a walkable, bikeable neighborhood filled with everything from boutiques to bakeries and day spas to nightlife. For more details about the community and businesses bounded by Gregory Blvd., State Line Rd., 85th Street, and Holmes Rd., visit waldokc.org or follow us on Facebook/EverythingWaldo, Twitter (@EverythingWaldo), and Instagram (everythingwaldo). 

 

Waldo Week 2023 | Seeking Non-Profits

 Save the Date for the 7th Annual “Waldo Week” | Feb. 16-24, 2023

 Waldo is seeking nominations for the 2023 charity partner during Waldo Week

NOMINATE A CHARITY HERE

About Waldo Week: Show your local love and experience all that the Waldo neighborhood can offer during the 7th annual Waldo Week. To excite the local community and showcase the area’s diverse shopping, dining, and unique services, Waldo Week offers discounts at participating businesses to experience new places or visit your favorites from February 16 – 24. 

Waldo will partner with a non-profit to raise money through a virtual auction and donation drive. Now more than ever, Waldo wants to support the local community as well as the businesses that call the neighborhood “home”.

Waldo Week started because the winter months can be challenging and with the additional challenges from the pandemic, it’s more important than ever to support our local businesses. Waldo Week is a great opportunity for people to explore the area and find new favorites, all while supporting the neighborhood, receiving a discount, and giving back for a great cause.

For generations, people have been shopping and dining in Waldo, supporting local businesses, friends, and neighbors. The area, stretching along Wornall Road from Gregory to around 85th St., is home to some of Kansas City’s favorite restaurants, bars, coffee shops, and services. Waldo Week is perfect for fans of KC Restaurant Week, Small Business Saturday, and other local events, as it celebrates all businesses. Whether you are looking for a service, want an excuse to support a coffee shop or restaurant, or grab a cocktail, there are a variety of businesses offering specials and discounts up to 25 percent off during Waldo Week.

Patrons must mention Waldo Week to receive the discount when they visit participating merchants. Be sure to visit waldokc.org to learn more about the participating businesses and special offers available during Waldo Week. *Rules and restrictions apply.

Visit waldokc.org for a complete listing of merchants and promotion details and follow the Everything Waldo Facebook page for event updates. 

About Waldo 

Located in the heart of Kansas City, MO, Waldo is a walkable, bikeable neighborhood filled with everything from boutiques to bakeries and day spas to nightlife. For more details about the community and businesses bounded by Gregory Blvd., State Line Rd., 85th Street, and Holmes Rd., visit waldokc.org or follow us on Facebook/EverythingWaldo, Twitter (@EverythingWaldo), and Instagram (everythingwaldo). 

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Waldo KC Hosts Small Business Crawl, November 26 – December 2

Shop and support local in Waldo! Join us for the annual Small Business Week Crawl, a week-long celebration from November 26 – December 2!
Waldo is home to 300+ businesses, many of which are locally owned. Shopping small is more important than ever, as Waldo has welcomed more than 20+ businesses to the neighborhood since 2020. During the Waldo Small Business Crawl, you can feel good about supporting local businesses while checking off your holiday shopping list and have the chance to win prizes, discounts, and gifts while you visit participating businesses. Look for the Waldo ornament at participating businesses and scan the QR code for a chance to win!

Plus, enjoy holiday cheer on Small Business Saturday with a Waldo pop-up hosted at KC Bier Co. on Saturday, November 26 from noon – 3:00 p.m. Pop by for more information on the Waldo Small Business Crawl and to shop winter merch, enjoy fun holiday photo experiences, plus bier and bites at the KC Bier Co. bier garten. Did you know? Waldo stretches along Wornall Road from Gregory to around 85th St., is home to some of Kansas City’s favorite restaurants, bars, coffee shops, and services.

A few of the participating businesses & specials:
Some exclusions may apply. Must visit the business to redeem offers. 
Stay tuned for more details!

Waldo Pizza

Waldo Pizza

Grab a FREE appetizer at Waldo Pizza! Show this coupon for a free appetizer (excluding the sampler, full wings & full rib tips) with any purchase of a gift certificate for $25.

 7433 Broadway St, Kansas City, MO 64114 (816) 363-5242