Events

Trivia Thursdays

Thursday March 19th

Season 23 of the area's best Trivia Night kicks off February 12 and runs for another 12 weeks! We have more fresh content, a fresh scoreboard, and of course, fresh beers, cocktails, and a tasty food menu! Who will be crowned this season’s champ, gaining their team name on the EFB walls FOREVER? Whether you play all season or drop in for a game or two, we give prizes to the top three teams each week! Weekly prizes are: — $40 gift card for 1st place — $20 gift card for 2nd place — 10 points toward the next game for 3rd place Of course, the more you play, the better your chances of becoming a season champion, where you'll win some additional swag and get your team name up on the wall of fame!

07:00 PM - 09:00 PM

Jake Reno LIVE!

Friday March 20th

Join us for a night of acoustic live music featuring Jake Reno. Jake is a Missouri local independent singer and songwriter with a unique blend of Southern Rock, Country and Blues.

https://www.facebook.com/events/949040484313226

07:00 PM - 10:00 PM

Discord & Rhyme LIVE!

Saturday March 21st

Two voices, two guitars, and an occasional kazoo. Mike and Lonny bring rock and roll from the 50's through the 00's, but aren't content with just the standard acoustic numbers. Discord and Rhyme incorporates drums, bass and lots of harmony vocals, covering a wide spread of favorites with a full band sound.

https://www.facebook.com/events/1447432396782437

07:00 PM - 10:00 PM

Tuesday Sessions Open Mic

Tuesday March 24th

Every Tuesday

Come on down to East Forty for Eastern Jackson County's original open mic night, every Tuesday! Come to play, or just come to enjoy the talent of the community. East Forty offers happy hour all night on Tuesdays, meaning $1 off all draft beers, $6 select cocktails, $2 off all pizzas, and $6 apps. Performers get their first draft beer or N/A beverage buy one get one free!

https://www.facebook.com/events/1308945436802138/

06:00 PM - 09:00 PM

Trivia Thursdays

Thursday March 26th

Every Thursday

Season 23 of the area's best Trivia Night kicks off February 12 and runs for another 12 weeks! We have more fresh content, a fresh scoreboard, and of course, fresh beers, cocktails, and a tasty food menu! Who will be crowned this season’s champ, gaining their team name on the EFB walls FOREVER? Whether you play all season or drop in for a game or two, we give prizes to the top three teams each week! Weekly prizes are: — $40 gift card for 1st place — $20 gift card for 2nd place — 10 points toward the next game for 3rd place Of course, the more you play, the better your chances of becoming a season champion, where you'll win some additional swag and get your team name up on the wall of fame!

07:00 PM - 09:00 PM

N!te Owls LIVE!

Friday March 27th

The N!te Owls are a Kansas City based Indie-Folk duo. Musical inspiration ranging from Fleetwood Mac to Of Monsters and Men; the authentic pair integrates multiple instruments, eloquent harmonies, and an ever-changing style throughout

https://www.facebook.com/events/927936486744204

07:00 PM - 10:00 PM

Shaun Munday LIVE!

Saturday March 28th

Shaun Munday brings soul drenched vocals and show-stopping bass guitar to every performance. He captures audiences with a full band sound and plays the bass better than most people play the guitar. He is a graduate of the Berklee School of Music in Boston, MA where he studied and performed with some of the greatest artists and educators in the industry including John Mayer, Esperanza Spalding, Matthew Garrison (Herbie Hancock), Antonio Sanchez (Pat Metheny) and Jetro De Silva (Whitney Houston)

https://www.facebook.com/events/1272291624792613

07:00 PM - 09:00 PM

Two For The Show LIVE

Friday April 3rd

Two For The Show is a dynamic duo playing classic rock and country hits from the 80's to today, plus their own original music! Welcome them for their first East Forty show!

https://www.facebook.com/share/14L5oe5A8z5/

07:00 PM - 10:00 PM

Two For The Show

Friday April 3rd

Two For The Show is a dynamic duo playing classic rock and country hits from the 80's to today, plus their own original music! Welcome them for their first East Forty show!

https://www.facebook.com/events/832408733229384

07:00 PM - 10:00 PM

Nicole Springer LIVE

Saturday April 4th

International musician Nicole Springer is back in Kansas City for her first show in the area in 2026 at East Forty Brewing! Bring your requests and enjoy a free, family friendly one woman show with Nicole. Hear and see more: www.nicolespringersings.com

https://www.facebook.com/events/1701098790879049

07:00 PM - 10:00 PM

Nicole Springer LIVE!

Saturday April 4th

International musician Nicole Springer is back in Kansas City for her first show in the area in 2026 at East Forty Brewing! Bring your requests and enjoy a free, family friendly one woman show with Nicole. Hear and see more: www.nicolespringersings.com

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07:00 PM - 10:00 PM

Matt Cozart LIVE

Friday April 10th

Matthew Cozart "The Bakers Man" is a Blue Springs local, originally from Odessa, who plays covers from a wide variety of genres - Country Western, Red Dirt, Rock, Rap, Folk, Blues, and more! Often accompanied by his wife, Sherissa (The Baker), on the Keys / Trumpet. They've got something for everyone. Requests are always welcome and appreciated.

https://www.facebook.com/events/1368941378260276

07:00 PM - 10:00 PM

Matt Cozart LIVE

Friday April 10th

Matthew Cozart "The Bakers Man" is a Blue Springs local, originally from Odessa, who plays covers from a wide variety of genres - Country Western, Red Dirt, Rock, Rap, Folk, Blues, and more! Often accompanied by his wife, Sherissa (The Baker), on the Keys / Trumpet. They've got something for everyone. Requests are always welcome and appreciated. 

https://www.facebook.com/share/1CNhEedWhe/

07:00 PM - 10:00 PM

Erin Eades LIVE!

Saturday April 11th

With influences rooted in indie rock, alternative, and country, Erin Eades serves up Americana tunes with a side of grit.

https://www.facebook.com/events/1382541516068053

07:00 PM - 10:00 PM

Ryan Manuel LIVE

Friday April 17th

Based in Lawrence, Kansas, Ryan started playing music in his hometown of Sedalia, Missouri, after winning the 2011 MO State Fair Idol competition. He has been playing shows around the Midwest, writing, and recording music ever since. Ryan has shared the stage with Whiskey Myers, Randy Rogers Band, William Clark Green, and others. Since hitting the Kansas City music scene in 2012, Ryan has released a solo album, "Kansas," and his band, Ryan Manuel and the Getaway, released their first full-length, self-written album, “On The Run."

https://www.facebook.com/share/1GhqduYNQC/

07:00 PM - 10:00 PM

Ryan Manuel LIVE

Friday April 17th

Based in Lawrence, Kansas, Ryan started playing music in his hometown of Sedalia, Missouri, after winning the 2011 MO State Fair Idol competition. He has been playing shows around the Midwest, writing, and recording music ever since. Ryan has shared the stage with Whiskey Myers, Randy Rogers Band, William Clark Green, and others. Since hitting the Kansas City music scene in 2012, Ryan has released a solo album, "Kansas," and his band, Ryan Manuel and the Getaway, released their first full-length, self-written album, “On The Run."

https://www.facebook.com/events/1317401513532936

07:00 PM - 10:00 PM

Moonshroom LIVE

Saturday April 18th

Don't miss the unforgettable Lily B. Moonflower and Jake Keegan as MoonShroom! Lily and Jake began weaving their sonic tapestry together in 2018. After performing on the festival circuit and touring nationally with their respective musical projects, Lily and Jake joined forces to create MoonShroom. Best described as "cosmic twang," their sound is a spirited swell of acoustic guitar, dobro, soaring vocals, and genuine songwriting.

https://www.facebook.com/events/1646487246373889

07:00 PM - 10:00 PM

Save the Bees // Bee Green Market 2026

Sunday April 19th

Join us as we celebrate Earth Day a few days early with unique, sustainable vendors in The Mill Room, along with pollinator education and the release of everyone's favorite seasonal spring beer, Maybee?, in the taproom! The Mill Room and outside patio will be "buzzing" with exciting vendors who have products related to sustainability and the reduce, reuse, recycle theme. We'll also have beekeeper and pollinator education tables set up inside the taproom. Look for fun kids activities throughout the event as well as honey cocktails and beer. The beer behind this event, Maybee?, is an IPA brewed with honey and lavender, a fan favorite every spring! Maybee? brought home a bronze medal from the National Honey Beer competition in 2025. We still have vendor spaces available! If you make/sell items that fit with the reduce/reuse/recycle theme, anything bee related, or you think might fit with this event, please reach out directly to events@eastfortybrewing.com

https://www.facebook.com/events/928903296315098

01:00 PM - 05:00 PM

BSEF Night

Wednesday April 22nd

Join us on April 22nd as we celebrate the work of the Blue Springs Education Foundation and raise funds to help further their mission. From 3-7 PM, 20% of all sales will go directly to the Foundation. Bring the whole family as East Forty has something for everybody, from the delicious food menu to handcrafted beers, cocktails, local wines, and a great non-alcoholic craft drink selection! Also, for the whole month of March, $1 from every pour of Big Head Red will also go to BSEF. Come help us support the great work of BSEF!

https://www.facebook.com/events/1225183685774816

03:00 PM - 07:00 PM

Mick Bryd // Backroad Duo LIVE

Friday April 24th

The Missouri Ozarks is both home and backdrop to Mick Byrd, who has performed in Nashville, TN songwriter venues for over 20 yrs. An award from Billboard Magazine kicked off his music career in 1995. 11 recordings later, Mick brings fans an amazing array of original Roots Rock, Country & his signature “Ozark Blues.” Whether performing with The Backroad Band, Duo or touring solo, Mick brings audiences a snapshot of life in the Midwest with warm, powerful vocals and finger picked guitar. A Missouri Featured Artist of the Missouri Arts Council, sponsored by Mid-America Arts Alliance.

https://www.facebook.com/events/4555951738061689

07:00 PM - 10:00 PM

Just Killin' Time LIVE

Saturday April 25th

Highly anticipated return to East Forty Brewing, Heath Creek and Matt Abele of the up-and-coming local band Just Killin’ Time bring you a 4-piece acoustic version of their upbeat American classic covers! Heath and Matt are teachers in the Blue Springs School District. Heath is a native of Blue Springs (BSSHS ‘96), and Matt is a native of Excelsior Springs (ESHS ’96). The two met while coaching wrestling and soon discovered a shared love for live music. Heath’s two sons, Alessio and Simone soon joined them, and in December 2021, Just Killin’ Time was born. Since then, they have enjoyed playing in various venues covering genres from the 60s to the 90s. Their audiences often rave about the variety of the tunes they play that bring back memories from eras and artists of some of the best music of all time. Their songs are recognizable and fun to sing and dance along to. Enjoy an uplifting review and revival of music that has stood the test of time!

https://www.facebook.com/events/814902764314045

07:00 PM - 10:00 PM

Comedy Night!

Thursday May 7th

We are bringing back a crowd favorite event during our next season break from trivia on Thursday, May 7... Comedy Night! Join us for an evening filled with laughter, great beer, and good vibes! Hosted again this time by local comedian Brian Jolley, along with four other performers who will have you in stitches! ONLY ONE TICKET IS NEEDED FOR YOUR WHOLE TABLE. Ticket options are a barrel with bar stools, which accommodates up to 3 people ($25), or a table with chairs, which accommodates up to 6 ($50). Tables are limited, so grab your ticket today! Purchase tickets through our online store and we will have your name on our list when you arrive, no physical tickets are issued. The Mill Room doors will open at 6 PM to allow you to find your seats, and the two-hour show will start at 7 PM. Servers will be available to take food and drink orders at your table from 6-9 PM. Content may be adult in nature, so we recommend attendees be 18+. This event takes place during the trivia season break, so if you're a trivia regular, you won’t be missing a game!

https://www.facebook.com/events/2118749868859015

06:00 PM - 09:00 PM

Driveway Drinkers LIVE!

Saturday July 25th

Driveway Drinkers back at East Forty Brewing! Always more fun when you can sing along, here are some playlists to help ya out... DD YouTube playlist - https://youtube.com/playlist... DD Spotify playlist - https://open.spotify.com/.../7yxAS9B3BjgI3O0C0xMds9... 

#originalmusic #reddirtmusic #livemusickc

https://www.facebook.com/events/828255530274324

07:00 PM - 10:00 PM

Driveway Drinkers LIVE!

Saturday October 10th

Driveway Drinkers back at East Forty Brewing! Always more fun when you can sing along, here are some playlists to help ya out... DD YouTube playlist - 

https://youtube.com/playlist...

DD Spotify playlist - 

https://open.spotify.com/.../7yxAS9B3BjgI3O0C0xMds9...

#originalmusic #reddirtmusic #livemusickc

https://www.facebook.com/events/4114019822229201

07:00 PM - 10:00 PM