Ethnic Enrichment Comm. of KC

Photos from our 2026 Diplomatic Ball “Sailing the East Asian Sea”! See more photos on our Facebook. Thanks again to our host countries of Malaysia, Philippines, and Republic of China/Taiwan for the fantastic entertainment! 🇲🇾🇵🇭🇹🇼 📷: @s.k.slaughter #eeckc #ethnickc

Thank you to everyone who came to our 2026 Diplomatic Ball “Sailing the East Asian Sea” this past weekend! It was a lovely evening celebrating the commission and the host countries Malaysia, Philippines, and Republic of China/Taiwan! 🇲🇾🇵🇭🇹🇼 Stay tuned for more pictures on our Facebook. Tag us in your pictures from the event! #eeckc #ethnickc #diplomaticball #kansascity

‼️THIS EVENT HAS BEEN CANCELLED DUE TO WEATHER CONCERNS‼️ We will reschedule for a future date. Join us for our second installment of the “What is the American Dream” series featuring the film “My American Girls: A Dominican Story” on Friday, April 17 from 6-7:30 PM at the Kansas City Plaza Library. Collect stamps at each event in your event passport for a prize! Get your final stamp at the World Refugee Day celebration on June 27 for your prize. All events are FREE to attend! This series is in partnership with Kansas City Public Library’s Refugee & Immigrant Services & Empowerment April 17 | 6-7:30 PM | KCPL Plaza Branch My American Girls: The historical importance of family and community in immigrants’ adaptation to American life. May 15 | 6-7:30 PM | KCPL Plaza Branch Chasing Goals: This documentary was filmed in Kansas City and focuses on the East High School soccer team that won the Missouri State championship. June 11 | 6-7:30 PM | KCPL Plaza Branch Please join us for a moderated panel and community Q&A in the exploration of the immigrant and refugee experience. June 27 | 11 AM-3 PM | Garrison Community Center Celebrate refugees and those who support them #ethnickc #eeckc #kansascity

⛲️ It was an honor for us to carry the flags of the countries who will be based and playing in Kansas City for the 2026 World Cup to celebrate Fountain Day! The Ethnic Enrichment Commission aims to celebrate and share the diverse communities who call Kansas City home. If you’re interested in having us for an educational session, performance, or food event, reach out to our Outreach Coordinator Tulei Tapii, [email protected] #ethnickc #eeckc #fountainday #kansascity

Thank you to everyone who came out to our Northland Ethnic Festival this past weekend! We hope you enjoyed the food, crafts, and dance! This is just the warm up for our big festival! Save the date for August 21, 22, and 23 for the 47th Annual Ethnic Enrichment Festival at Swope Park! Spend the day traveling the world without even taking a plane. #ethnickc #eeckc #ethnicfestival #kansascity

go all around the world from North KC at the Northland Ethnic Festival!

🌎 Get a taste of cultures at the Northland Ethnic Festival! Enjoy performances, eat, and have fun with us at Platte Purchase Middle School from 10 AM-5 PM! Did we mention it’s FREE entry AND parking! Hope to see you there! Northland Ethnic Festival 10 AM-5 PM | Free entry and parking Platte Purchase Middle School 9400 N Platte Purchase Dr, Kansas City, MO 64155 #ethnickc #eeckc #ethnicfestival #thingstodoinkansascity

Last night we officially signed our Community Partnership agreement with @hellagooddeeds ! We look forward to helping each other further our missions of celebrating and sharing diverse cultures. See some of us perform at their AANHPI even on May 2! #ethnickc #eeckc #communitypartners #kansascity

LAST DAY to get tickets to our 2026 Diplomatic Ball "Journey by the East Asia Sea"! This year’s host countries—Malaysia, the Philippines, and the Republic of China (Taiwan)—will present the theme “Journey by the East Asia Sea,” showcasing the food, music, dance, and popular culture of each nation. Buy your tickets online through the link in our bio! Saturday, April 18 5:30 PM-Midnight Kansas City Marriott Downtown Event highlights: • The evening will begin at 5:30 p.m. in the Count Basie Foyer with a cash bar. • Seating and the Grand Entry Parade of Commissioners will commence at 6:20 p.m. • Followed by a culturally diverse dinner and an hour of captivating ethnic entertainment. • Dancing will continue from 9:00 p.m. to midnight with music provided by Saucy Jack. Parking Information: The hotel garage is available on a first-come, first-served basis. Self-parking: $14 (purchased at valet stand). Valet parking: $20 per vehicle (discount available using hotel text link code EEDB). Due to limited downtown parking and a concurrent volleyball tournament, guests are encouraged to carpool or use ride-share services. Hotel garage entrance address: 200 W. 12th Street, Kansas City, MO 64105 An overflow parking guide with maps and pricing is attached. Don’t miss this wonderful event! #eeckc #ethnickc #kansascity #diplomaticball

🍀We had a great time walking in the @brooksidekansascity St. Patrick’s Day Warm Up Parade this past Saturday! We love being able to celebrate different cultures from around the world! See more of us at our upcoming events “What is the American Dream” March 16 | 6-7:30 PM | KCPL Plaza Branch The New Americans: This documentary follows four years in the lives of a diverse group of contemporary immigrants and refugees as they start new lives in America. Northland Ethnic Festival April 11 | 10 AM-5 PM | Platte Purchase Middle School Celebrate cultures around the world with food, entertainment, crafts, and more! “What is the American Dream” April 17 | 6-7:30 PM | KCPL Plaza Branch My American Girls: The historical importance of family and community in immigrants’ adaptation to American life. Diplomatic Ball April 18 | 5:30 PM-Midnight | Kansas City Mariott Downtown An evening of food and dance showcasing the host countries of Malaysia, Philippines, and the Republic of China (Taiwan) #ethnickc #eeckc #stpatricksday #kansascity

Join us next Monday, March 19 for our first installment of the “What is the American Dream” series leading up to World Refugee Day! Collect stamps at each event in your event passport for a prize! Get your final stamp at the World Refugee Day celebration on June 27 for your prize. All events are FREE to attend! This series is in partnership with @kclibrary Refugee and Immigrant Services Empowerment. March 16 | 6-7:30 PM | KCPL Plaza Branch The New Americans: This documentary follows four years in the lives of a diverse group of contemporary immigrants and refugees as they start new lives in America. April 17| 6-7:30 PM | KCPL Plaza Branch My American Girls: The historical importance of family and community in immigrants’ adaptation to American life. May 15| 6-7:30 PM | KCPL Plaza Branch Chasing Goals: This documentary was filmed in Kansas City and focuses on the East High School soccer team that won the Missouri State championship. June 11 | 11 AM-3 PM | Garrison Community Center This celebration recognizes the strength, contributions, and vibrant cultures that refugees bring to our city. Enjoy cultural performances, crafts, and learn more about the organizations who support refugees in the area. #ethnickc #eeckc #worldrefugeeday #kansascity

⛵️ Sail with us on our “Journey by the East Asia Sea” at our 2026 EEC Diplomatic Ball! The ball showcases the food, music, dance, and popular culture of the host countries—Malaysia, the Philippines, and the Republic of China (Taiwan)! Saturday, April 18, 2026 5:30 p.m.-Midnight Kansas City Marriott Downtown- Count Basie Ballroom 200 W. 12th St., KCMO 🎟️ Buy your tickets online through the link in our bio! Registration ends March 20. Event schedule: 5:30 p.m. | Cash bar in the Count Basie Foyer 6:30 p.m. | Seating and the Grand Entry Parade of Commissioners 7:00 p.m. | Cultural dinner and an hour of captivating ethnic entertainment. 9 p.m.-Midnight | Dancing with music provided by Saucy Jack 🚘 Parking Information: The hotel garage is available on a first-come, first-served basis. Self-parking: $14 (purchased at valet stand). Valet parking: $20 per vehicle (discount available using hotel text link code EEDB). Due to limited downtown parking and a concurrent volleyball tournament, guests are encouraged to carpool or use ride-share services. Hotel garage entrance address: 200 W. 12th Street, Kansas City, MO 64105 An overflow parking guide with maps and pricing is attached. We look forward to sharing this wonderful event with you. #eeckc #ethnickc