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Mikey’s Fest Kansas City 2026 — Class Day & Weekend OverviewTheme: From Setbacks to Succession: A Legacy Blueprint & Community Action
March 11-14, 2026
Kansas City, Missouri
Wednesday 6 PM — Meet & Greet at the Group HotelKick off Mikey’s Fest KC in style!
Join us Wednesday evening at 6 PM in our on-site classroom for a relaxed, high-energy Meet & Greet with fellow attendees and vendors.
What to Expect:Vendor table setups & brief presentations
Great food & non-alcoholic drinks provided
Cash bar available
Plenty of time to network, reconnect, and meet new friends before the learning begins
Community first — always.
Why This Year’s Schedule Is DifferentMikey’s Fest 2026 is bigger and more purposeful than ever.
With three Ronald McDonald Houses to clean, we’re streamlining everything.
Instead of Friday morning walkthroughs, we’ll complete all team planning and organization on Thursday.
This saves valuable time and ensures we start Friday focused and ready.
Everyone will know their assignment, teammates, and goals — making Friday efficient and rewarding.
Thursday also gives us time to welcome new attendees, learn their interests, and place them where they’ll grow and contribute most.
For those wanting to reconnect, the beautiful gardens and outdoor spaces at RMH offer perfect hang-out spots while crews work inside.
By keeping Thursday as our single “classroom” day, we open more time for what matters most:
Friday – Hands-on service Saturday – Celebration & bondingThis is the rhythm of Mikey’s Fest:
Plan. Serve. Celebrate.
2026 House Leadership TeamsGuiding each home with heart and skill:
Charles & Victoria Heaberlin Aaron Brown & Nathon Dixon Sammy & Tristan SaleTrue teamwork in action.
Thursday Class Day Schedule8:45 – 9:00 AM | Welcome & Coffee
Networking and introductions — setting a collaborative tone.9:00 – 11:00 AM | Part 1: The Past
“The Unfortunate Moves That Shaped Us”
Hour 1: Confronting the Ghosts — lessons from setbacks
Hour 2: The Scars We Carry — connecting past to present11:00 – 11:10 AM | Quick Break
11:10 AM – 12:00 PM |
Benefit Auction for Ronald McDonald HouseA lively auction for a great cause before lunch!
12:00 – 1:00 PM | Lunch Break
1:00 – 3:00 PM | Part 2: The Present
“The Honest Assessment & The Path Forward”
Hour 1: Collaborative Q&A — real-world problem solving Hour 2: Bridging the Gap — practical growth strategies3:00 – 5:00 PM | Part 3: The Future
“Engineering Your Exit & Your Next Chapter”
Hour 1: Handing Off the Keys — succession & valuation Hour 2: Life After Work — purpose & balance beyond business5:00 – 6:00 PM | The Big Clean Prep Meeting
Final prep for Friday’s service project:Review of all 3 houses
Surface & fabric details
Vendor collaboration
Team assignments & leader introductions
Important Notes:No Friday walkthrough — all planning happens Thursday!
Mandatory leader/vendor walkthrough: Wed Oct 22 @ 1 PM
Friday: Go straight to your assigned area and stay until tasks are done.
Then enjoy the outdoor spaces to reconnect.
6:00 – 6:15 PM | Closing Q&A & Gratitude
Final remarks and inspiration for Friday’s service day.
Friday — Service Day at Ronald McDonald HouseWe’ll put everything into action — cleaning three houses with care, efficiency, and heart.
This is where teamwork, professionalism, and compassion come together.
Saturday — The Fun Day!After two powerful days of service and connection, it’s time to celebrate!
Morning at Steam Action InternationalTour the facility, see cutting-edge equipment in action, talk shop with industry legends, and enjoy a laid-back BBQ-style lunch with friends.
Evening in the Power & Light District — Downtown KCLive music, great food, and pure Kansas City energy — a perfect wrap-up to an unforgettable weekend of service, learning, and friendship.
Our Mission This YearWith three Ronald McDonald Houses to serve, 2026 is our biggest and most meaningful Fest yet.
Every attendee, vendor, and volunteer plays a vital role.
Together, we’ll bring comfort, cleanliness, and community to families who need it most — and celebrate the joy that follows meaningful service.
sign up @ mikeysfest.com!
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