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Maple the Moose, Zayu the Jaguar and Clutch the Bald Eagle visited Kansas City on Saturday. The FIFA World Cup 26 mascots were in town to celebrate the opening weekend of the KC Streetcar Main Street Extension.

Like many riders, local businesses along the route were celebrating the opening. Some business owners believe everyone will benefit from the free public transportation options, especially when World Cup visitors arrive next summer.

On Saturday, a group of friends took riding the streetcar to another level they turned it into a bar crawl.

They said it was a fun way to support local businesses.

Just like a way to experience Kansas City without a car, said James Natoli, bar crawl participant.

He said the streetcar is a "fantastic" opportunity

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