Asbury Travel More Project

05/24/2026

Here is the list of international festivals happening in the KC area this summer. Have a global summer!

ONE WORLD WYANDOTTE FESTIVAL
https://www.facebook.com/photo?fbid=1407921678043712&set=a.223315399837685
Wyandotte County Municipal Building (701 N 7th St, Kansas City, KS 66101)
Friday, May 29: 3 – 7pm

SERB FEST
https://www.st-george-church.org/
St. George Serbian Orthodox Church (11001 Greenwood St, Lenexa, KS 66215)
Friday, May 29: 5 – 8pm
Saturday, May 30: 11am – 8pm

FESTA ITALIANA
https://www.visitkc.com/events/festa-italiana-presented-by-unico/
Zona Rosa (8640 N Dixson Ave, Kansas City, MO 64153)
Friday, May 29: 5 – 11pm
Saturday, May 30: 11am – 11pm
Sunday, May 31: 11am – 5pm

GLOBAL NEIGHBORS & FLAVORS FEST
https://www.lenexapublicmarket.com/Events/Special-Events/Global-Neighbors-Flavors-Fest
Lenexa Public Market (8750 Penrose Ln, Lenexa, KS 66219)
Saturday, June 6: 10am – 1pm

GREEK FESTIVAL
https://www.facebook.com/events/1257319389949050/?acontext
St. Dionysios Greek Orthodox Church (8100 W 95th St, Overland Park, 66212)
Friday, June 12: 4 – 9pm
Saturday, June 13: 11am – 9pm
Sunday, June 14: 11am – 5pm

TURKIC FOOD & ART FESTIVAL
https://www.visitkc.com/events/turkic-food-art-festival/
Kansas City Raindrop Foundation (4215 Shawnee Dr. Kansas City, KS 66106)
Saturday, June 13: 11am – 5pm

KC DRAGON BOAT FESTIVAL
https://www.visitkc.com/events/kansas-city-dragon-boat-festival
Country Club Plaza - Brush Creek
Saturday, June 20: 10am – 3pm

ETHNIC ENRICHMENT FESTIVAL
https://eeckc.org/
Swope Park (4177 Pavilion Rd, Kansas City, MO, 64132)
Friday, August 21: 6 – 10pm
Saturday, August 22: 12 – 10pm
Sunday, August 23: 12 – 10pm

05/15/2026

You're Invited: One World Wyandotte Festival 🎉

On Friday, May 29th, Mayor Christal Watson, along with the UG, will proudly host a One World Wyandotte Festival to highlight culture and community in Wyandotte County.

This annual festival will take place from 3PM - 7PM in the plaza area of the Wyandotte County Municipal Building/ City Hall (701 N. 7th Street, KCK).

This FREE family-friendly festival will bring residents and visitors together across backgrounds and generations through international vendors, cultural performances, community organizations, youth activities, and Sister City participation and so much more...

Please help us spread the word! We hope to see you there!

05/15/2026

Excited for the upcoming World Cup? As we prepare to welcome Argentina’s national soccer team to Kansas City, our next destination for the Asbury Travel More Project is Argentina! Join us as we dive into the vibrant culture of Argentina.

Check out the itinerary below and register by Wednesday, June 10.
* Sign up here: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/8050B49AAAB2CAAF49-64098061-registration #/

• Week 1: Presentation - Saturday, June 13 at 2:00 pm in the Asbury Parlor
• Week 2: Having a Meal at Buenos Aires (10919 Johnson Dr, Shawnee, KS 66203) / Dinner - Friday, June 26 at 5:00 pm / Lunch - Saturday, June 27 at noon
• Week 3: Movie (TBD) - Sunday, June 28 at 12:15 pm in the Asbury Parlor

You can also soak up the Argentine spirit at these local events (please note: no formal group tours are scheduled for these):

• JoCo World Cup Watch Party (Argentina vs. Algeria) - Tuesday, June 16 at 8:00 pm at Shawnee Mission Park (7710 Renner Road, Shawnee, KS 66218). This is a free event, but registration is required and opens Wednesday, May 20. https://www.jcprd.com/2181/Johnson-County-Watch-Party

• Ensemble Ibérica Kicking Off (A Musical Tour of Algeria, Argentina, England, and the Netherlands) - Sunday, June 21 at 2:00 pm at the Polsky Theater in the Midwest Trust Center (12345 College Blvd. Overland Park, Kansas 66210). FREE event; no reservations required. https://www.jccc.edu/midwest-trust-center/events/2025-2026/ensemble-iberica.html

While participants are responsible for their own transportation to each destination, we’re happy to help arrange carpools! Families are always welcome (children must be accompanied by an adult).

If you have any questions, please don’t hesitate to contact the church office at 913-432-5573.

Excited for the upcoming World Cup? As we prepare to welcome Argentina's national soccer team to Kansas City, our next destination for the Asbury Travel More Project is—you guessed it—Argentina! For those new to the project, this is a wonderful opportunity to recognize and appreciate the diverse...

05/14/2026

Join us for the Turkic Food & Art Festival on Saturday, June 13th from 11:00 AM–5:00 PM at 4215 Shawnee Dr, Kansas City, KS!

Enjoy delicious food, art, culture, and family-friendly activities.

🎟 Free Admission – All are welcome!

Please register here:
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/turkish-food-and-art-festival-tickets-1985846032942?aff=oddtdtcreator

04/19/2026

The second week of our Trip to Taiwan featured a visit to Chewology in Westport to enjoy some Taiwanese cuisine. New flavors, new aromas, and a refreshing atmosphere—everything felt like a delightful adventure. Above all, it was such a joyful journey thanks to all the fellow travelers who joined us.

For the final week, we plan to wrap up the trip by watching the Taiwanese film "Eat Drink Man Woman" directed by Ang Lee.

04/05/2026

The Trip to Taiwan kicked off this afternoon! The session began with an informative presentation by Daphny and Kally on Taiwan, followed by Mai Tseng sharing the KC Taiwanese Association’s dedicated efforts to bring Taiwanese culture to the KC community.

It was a truly meaningful time as we gathered to discuss Taiwanese culture and fun facts, celebrating the presence and gifts of our neighbors with Taiwanese backgrounds.

Huge thanks to Daphny and Kally for providing Taiwanese tiger roll cakes and boba tea for all the attendees.

Next week, we’re visiting Chewology in Westport for an authentic dinner experience.

04/01/2026

As we prepare for our Trip to Taiwan this Saturday, I can’t help but look back on the adventures we’ve shared over the past three years. We have recognized and celebrated the cultures and histories of the Middle East, India, Korea, Africa, Japan, Spain, Native Americans, the LGBTQ+ community, Indigenous Alaskans, and Greece by tasting global cuisines, visiting places of worship, and watching films together. These experiences remind us that we are all deeply interconnected and interdependent. Our community is undeniably more vibrant and beautiful because of our diversity.

03/11/2026

Looking to explore? The Asbury Travel More Project is a unique opportunity to recognize and celebrate the presence and gifts of our neighbors with various cultures and faiths in the KC area and beyond. Our first adventure of the year is a "Trip to Taiwan" right here in Kansas City this April, and we'd love for you to join us!

Check out the itinerary below and register by Saturday, March 28.

Week 1: Listening to a Presentation
Saturday, April 4 at 2:00 - 4:00 pm in the Asbury Parlor
• 2:00 pm Presentation about Taiwan by Daphny and Kally
• 2:55 pm Presentation about Taiwanese Immigrants by Mai Tseng, Chair of the KC Taiwanese Association

Week 2: Eating Dinner
At Chewology (900 Westport Rd, Kansas City, MO 64111)
• Weekend Option: Saturday, April 11 at 5:00 - 6:30 pm (9 spots available as of now)
• Weekday Option: Friday, April 17 at 5:00 - 6:30 pm (11 spots available as of now)

Week 3: Watching the Movie “Eat Drink Man Woman” (1994 / Romance/Comedy / 2h 4m)
Saturday, April 25 at 10:30 am - 1:00 pm in the Asbury Parlor

While participants are responsible for their own transportation to each destination, we’re happy to help arrange carpools! Families are always welcome (children must be accompanied by an adult).

If you would like to join this trip, please contact Asbury UMC at 913-432-5573.

09/27/2025

The last stop of the Trip to Greece was St. Dionysios Greek Orthodox Christian Church in Overland Park. It was a great opportunity to experience the central and important worship service in the Greek Orthodox Church and hear about its history, icons, theology, etc.

Now we’ve finished all the trips for this year. Thank you for your interest and participation. We’ll continue on this journey toward diverse cultures of our neighbors next year. Stay tuned!

09/22/2025

We enjoyed the Greek vibe and food at Tasso’s Greek Restaurant in Kansas City last Saturday. It was the time full of joy and laughter.

We’ll wrap up the Trip to Greece by visiting the Greek Orthodox Church in Overland Park this Thursday. We’ll attend the Divine Liturgy at 6:30 p.m. and then take a moment to converse with the Priest at around 7:45 p.m. For your information, it is the custom for the faithful to stand for the majority of the worship for Greek Orthodox church services. However, visitors are welcome to sit if they find the amount of standing too challenging. See you Thursday.