KANSAS CITY, Mo. —
A star-studded fundraiser is returning for its 17th year in Kansas City with familiar fun and some changes.
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Big Slick, a fundraiser hosted by celebrities and Kansas City natives, will be back May 29-30 in 2026.
Rob Riggle, Paul Rudd, Jason Sudeikis, David Koechner, Eric Stonestreet and Heidi Gardner will once again host the event, inviting celebrities and friends to join them for a good cause.
Each year, Big Slick benefits pediatric cancer research at Children's Mercy Kansas City. In 2025, the event raised $4.5 million for the hospital.
But in 2026, Big Slick fans can expect some changes.
The Big Slick Party & Show, the main event of the weekend, will return to the T-Mobile Center on Saturday. The event promises a night of comedy, music and "one-of-a

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