As April arrives, there's a tangible sense of renewal in the air, heralding the transition from the chill of winter to the warmth of spring! Though traces of winter may linger, there's an unmistakable anticipation for the blossoming days ahead. With occasions like Earth Day on the horizon, there's a palpable energy swirling around us! Whether it's reveling in the joy family gatherings or committing to a cause, this month beckons us to embrace new beginnings and cherish the connections we hold dear.
Recurring Events:
Spring & Summer Sci-Fun Camps at the MAP
Museum at Prairiefire | March 8 - August 9
SciFun Camps are fun, educational and engaging drop-off, single or multiple day long camps featuring science-oriented experiments and activities designed for elementary age students.
Museum at Prairiefire Educators design curricula for the camps with the intention that children will participate and learn concepts as well as enjoy the activities. During the school year camps run from 8:30 am to 3:30 pm on select Blue Valley School District out-of-school days. Sign Up Here.
Live Music:
Tuesdays | 6-9pm | Wine Bunker
Tuesdays | 6-8pm | Veritas Whiskey & Wine
Wednesdays | 6-8pm | Rock & Brews
Specialty Events:
Doggy Days
Chicken N’ Pickle | Wednesday, April 3, 5pm-8pm
Who is letting the dogs out? We are! Join us every first Wednesday of the month for a dog filled happy hour. Bring your pup to chow down on our exclusive dog menu and have fun! There will be local vendors selling awesome stuff, live music, and a local shelter onsite. From 5pm-8pm!Can in Hand Pickleball Tournament
Chicken N’ Pickle | Saturday, April 6, 12:30pm-3:30pm
Join the action packed Can in Hand Pickleball Tournament! All the standard rules apply with one exception... Paddle in one hand, Can in the other. Registration is $50 per team & includes your first can!
$50 - Reserve Your Spot . Must be 21+ to compete.3rd Annual Peace Out Cancer Pickleball Tournament
Chicken N’ Pickle | Sunday, April 7, 4pm – 7pm
Sign up to play or come out to watch! Either way it is going to be a groovy time! Not a pickleball player? No worries! Come chill out, cheer on the teams, bid on awesome auction items and enjoy great food, drinks & outdoor yard games. Prizes for winners, most creative team name & grooviest team attire! Sign-up here.
$125 per team before 3/10 | $150 per team after 3/10Solar Eclipse Watch Party
Chicken N’ Pickle | Monday, April 8, 12:30pm – 3:15pm
Join us for an electrifying Solar Eclipse Watch Party! Chicken N Pickle transforms into a hub of celestial excitement as we gather to marvel at the monumentous event! We will have a limited amount of solar eclipse glasses available, first come first serve! Try our special margarita called The Dark side of the Moon! Happy hour specials all day!Science Happy Hour: Physiology, fitness, and evolution: Survival of the sluggish?
Museum at Prairiefire | Wednesday, April 10, 5:30pm
Join us for a fun-filled night where we welcome ALL communities to learn, enjoy and bring awareness to adaptive pickleball! Spectators welcomed! Free to attend & equipment is provided! Get TicketsWine Tasting with Neal Family Vineyards
The Wine Bunker | April 11, 6pm
Join us as we taste through some Neal Family Vineyards wines with Mark Neal. The Wine Bunker has been a fan of Neal Family Vineyards for some time, and after meeting Mark’s daughter Demitria and further conversations with Mark, we are excited to taste through more of their portfolio with you.We will feature a Sparkling, Vermentino, Zinfandel, Napa Cabernet Sauvignon, and Howell Mountain Cabernet Sauvignon along with some charcuterie and cheese from Wine Bunker. A great chance to meet one of Napa’s most influential wine growers. This event will be limited to 30 guests with opportunity to purchase bottles at great prices.
Building Bridges: A Happy Hour for Paws & Progress
Museum at Prairiefire | Friday, April 12, 6pm – 8pm
Indulge in delicious food, handcrafted cocktails, adoptable dogs, and a lively silent auction benefiting Great Plains SPCA and KC Urban Advantage. Your support will make a difference in the lives of animals and underserved students and give you a chance to connect with others and to hear a little bit about each organization! More info here.UFC 300
Chicken N’ Pickle | April 14, 9am – 12pm
Join us for our first-ever Girls on the Run Pickleball Tournament at Chicken N Pickle! Teams will participate in a 90-minute round robin, followed by a single elimination tournament. All are welcome, but please note that this will be a competitive tournament. The winning team will receive a special prize! More info here.Girls on the Run Pickleball Tournament
Chicken N’ Pickle | Saturday, April 13, 9pm – 11pm
Come watch UFC #300 at Chicken N Pickle! Lots of great food, drinks and plenty of screens to watch! Anyone 21 and under must be accompanied by an adult over 21, first come, first serve.Basket Bowl Raffle
Pinstripes | Tuesday, March 19 – Sunday, March 31
Don’t miss your shot to win four tickets to the Final Four! Join us from Tuesday, March 19th through Sunday March 31st for the ultimate March Madness experience at Pinstripes. Bowl or Dine anytime during this period and you’ll automatically be entered into our Basket Bowl Raffle for a chance to win tickets to the Final Four in Glendale, AZ happening from April 6th through April 8th. Simply make a reservation for dining or gaming and enjoy your experience. One lucky guest will win four tickets to the Final Four. Don’t miss this incredible opportunity to score big!Pints with a Purpose
Chicken N’ Pickle | Thursday, April 25, 6pm – 8pm
Join us for an evening of hops, flavors, and good times! This tasting event is dedicated to supporting A Cure for Charlie, a local organization making an impact in our community. There will be multiple sampling stations with beer and seltzers to try! We will also be providing a small bite for you to nibble on. Make sure to grab your ticket quickly, the first 200 to register will receive a free beer stein! Reserve your spot.Fat Brain Toys 10th Anniversary
Fat Brain Toys | April 27, 1 am - 1pm
We will then be celebrating our 10th anniversary of Fat Brain Toys in Prairiefire on April 27th from 11 am to 1 pm. Come meet, pet and and take photos with a live Unicorn outside of the store!Dink, Drink & Demo
Chicken N’ Pickle | Saturday, April 27, 6:30pm – 8:30pm
We are back!! Join us for a fun-filled day of pickleball, paddles, and drinks! Our upcoming event is the perfect opportunity for pickleball enthusiasts to try out new paddles from JustPaddles. Reserve your spot.Bingo Night benefitting Thymic Carcinoma Center
Chicken N’ Pickle | Tuesday, April 30, 6pm – 8pm
Join us for a family and friends Bingo Night benefitting Thymic Carcinoma Center! There will be raffles, prizes and more! More Info. $20 for 10 games.
Promotions and Specials:
Kids Eat Free
Pinstripes | All April
Indulge your little ones this April with Pinstripes’ Kids Eat Free Offer! Throughout the entire month, children under 12 dine on us with the purchase of any adult entrée. Valid in-store only. Make a reservation.Tuesday Tastings at
Grimaldi’s | Every Tuesday, All April
Every Tuesday, guests can enjoy half-off glasses and bottles of wine, as well as glasses of sangria. Dine-in only.Final Four Promotion
Pinstripes | April 6 - April 8
Score big during the FINAL FOUR with Pinstripes’ unbeatable promotion! Join us from April 6th to April 8th and elevate your gaming experience with $4 beers. Cheer on your favorite teams while savoring refreshing brews, adding an extra layer of excitement to every play. Grab your friends, grab a beer and let the games begin! Don’t miss out on this slam dunk deal! Make a reservation.Tax Day
Grimaldi’s Pizza | April 15th
Guests can Save $10.40 on orders of $30 or more.Double Points Day
Grimaldi’s | April 25th
Offering double points to all our Grimaldi’s Rewards Program members.
New Menus:
Garden of Flavors at Grimaldi’s Pizza
Starting April 5Oven-Roasted Artichoke Salad: Seasoned coal-fired artichokes tossed with cucumbers, red onions and arugula in a lemon vinaigrette.
Bacon & Asparagus with Hot Honey Pizza: Our pesto-based pizza topped with bacon, red onions, garlic and asparagus cooked to perfection and finished with Mike’s® Extra Hot Honey.
Spring Bridge Board: An assortment of Italian meats and cheeses accompanied by antipasto peppers, assorted olives and seasoned coal-fired artichokes. Served with a side of bread.
Banana Cream Cheesecake: Ripe bananas, cream cheese and secret ingredients on a Nilla wafer crust, topped with a whipped cream rose and crushed Nilla wafers.
Churro Cheesecake: Signature cheesecake batter elevated with cinnamon and brown sugar on a Nilla wafer crust, topped with a whipped cream rose, cinnamon and sugar.
New Spring Menu at Pinstripes
Get ready to savor the flavors of the season at Pinstripes with our New Spring Menu featuring a NEW lunch menu with Craft Lunch Combos that include personalized lunch menu options – choose one entrée for $10 or pick your choice of two for $18. These new lunch options are tailored with smaller portions so you can craft the perfect individual meal or select a few options for variety. Additionally, our new menu launching April 23 will include a variety of new Handcrafted Cocktails made with seasonal ingredients and refreshing garnishes perfect for spring. Learn more.