Queer Bar Takeover - The Ship

Date: Saturday, May 30
Time: 9 PM – Midnight
Location: J. Rieger Distillery – East Bottoms, Kansas City
The Second Annual Pride Eve White Party is where the community gathers before the city bursts into color. For one night, the dress code is all white—clean, bold, and unforgettable. Step into a glowing sea of striking looks, high energy, and music that keeps the dance floor moving all night long. It’s a moment to show up, stand out, and celebrate together before Pride season paints Kansas City in every color of the rainbow.
Beats by DJ: Coming Soon
Tickets
Online: Starting at $8 at **queerconnect.org/queer-bar-takeover**
At the Door: $10
Early Bird: First 50 tickets only $5

The Look
White is the moment. Show up in your boldest, cleanest, most unforgettable white look. Linen, sequins, suits, crop tops, flowing dresses, leather, vintage, futuristic—whatever version of white makes you feel powerful and seen. When the whole room shows up in white, the effect is electric. Be part of the spectacle.

What to Expect
• A high-energy queer dance party at one of Kansas City’s most iconic venues
• DJs and dancing in the historic East Bottoms
• A welcoming crowd ready to connect and celebrate
• The electric feeling that happens when queer community shows up together

Parking
Plenty of nearby lot parking and street parking is available throughout the East Bottoms.
Carpooling encouraged (and often more fun).

Afterparty
Your wristband gets you free entry to Q Kansas City after the event.

The Mission
Queer Bar Takeover is about reclaiming space. Each month we gather in a different venue across Kansas City, creating a welcoming environment where queer people and allies can celebrate community, connection, and joy.

Tag Us
Snap a photo, grab a video, and tag @queerbartakeoverkc on Instagram or Facebook so the world can see what queer joy looks like in Kansas City.

The Fine Print
21+
Safe space
Dance party energy encouraged