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Winter Break Guide

2019 Edition

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Kids out of school over the holidays and looking for fun? Local attractions offer great programs for every interest and age. Check out these Winter Break Camps and Special Events in Kansas City:

Note: This list may not be reproduced online or in print without permission from KC Parent. Additions and changes may be sent to kristina@kcparent.com.

Winter Break Day Camps

Kansas City Zoo Winter Break Camps

The Kansas City Zoo (6800 Zoo Dr., Kansas City, MO) offers a variety of Day Camps this winter. Pre-registration is required for these programs and they do fill up fast! And, for those looking for a fun outing, the zoo is open year-round (except Christmas Day). 

TIP: Receive a FREE Plush with new membership purchase, and enjoy 25% off Special Experiences like Winter Break Camps with these specials.

School’s Out Safari:

Save 25% with code EDUBlackFriday

School's Out Safaris (for ages 5-12) occur from 8:30 am-3:30 pm on the following dates. See theme schedule below:

Johnson County Museum Winter Break Kids Day Out

Johnson County Museum (8788 Metcalf Ave., Overland Park, KS. 913.715.2550) offers Kids Day Out when school's out. Discover history through hands-on activities and exploration of KidScape and museum exhibits, play games, and enjoy downtime. They provide one snack. Bring lunch, snacks, and a water bottle and dress for the weather.

Sky Zone Indoor Trampoline Park 

Have a blast at Sky Zone Shawnee or Sky Zone Lee's Summit bringing the unmatched, out-of-this-world, and high-flyin' FUN of the world's first all-trampoline, walled playing court to the KC area. Check our KC Coupon Page for deals at Sky Zone.

Code Ninjas Winter Break Camp

Code Ninjas offers day camps when school is out. One-day camps are packed full of fun and engaging activities including coding, game-building, and other stem activities! Recommended for kids ages 7-14. Dates: Dec. 23, 26, 27, 30, 31, Jan. 2, 3, 20, 21, Feb. 13, 14, 17 & 18.

Read our Code Ninjas review here.

JCPRD Winter Break Camps

JCPRD challenges the next generation with fun and stimulating enrichment opportunities. Multi-talented and well-educated staff facilitate opportunities to explore.

Independence Community Ice Learn to Skate Camps

Independence Community Ice Rink 19100 E. Valley View Pkwy., Independence, MO. Participate in Holiday Learn to Skate Camps! All ages three to adult are welcome try out a class! No experience necessary. Groups will be split up according to age and skill level. Each class is 30 minutes long. Camps held December 23-24th and Dec. 26 & 27th at 9:30-10:30 am. The camp is only $30!

KCMO Parks & Rec Winter Break Camp

KCMO Parks and Rec offers Winter Break Camp to give kids fun and enriching activities while school is out. We’ll enjoy arts and crafts, athletics, and fitness activities.

Camp Kemper

Kemper Museum is offering a FREE three-day art camp with art activities inspired by the artwork of Hew Locke! Campers will experiment with a variety of media to create their own artwork based on symbolism and themes such as boats, travel, and culture. 

Winter Break Specials for the Whole Family

Paradise Park Winter Break Specials

Paradise Park (1021 NE Colbern Rd Lee’s Summit, MO) is a favorite indoor (and outdoor - weather permitting) attraction for family fun. They offer these great specials during Winter Break:

Main Event

Main Event offers three locations in the metro: Main Event Olathe, Main Event Independence, and Main Event North KC where you’ll have a blast enjoying their state-of-the-art bowling, multi-level laser tag, thrilling high ropes adventure courses, video games, billiards and fast-casual restaurants. The 45,000- to 75,000-square-foot family entertainment centers offer specials throughout the week and great packages for groups. Sun-Fri enjoy $7/activity (bowling, billiards, laser tag & more).

Sea Life Aquarium

Explore Sea Life Aquarium where you will get you up close and face-to-face with amazing underwater creatures such as sharks, octopus, our green sea turtle named Gertrude, stingrays, sea stars, seahorses, jellyfish and thousands of colorful fish! A favorite attraction is the Interactive Rockpool Experience, where you are able to touch animals like sea stars and sea urchins with the help of a Sea Life Educator! Check our KC Coupon Page for deals at Sea Life.

LEGOLAND Discovery Center

Legoland Discovery Center

Build an “earthquake proof” Lego tower at Legoland Discovery Center, where you can play with the world’s biggest box of Legos, watch a film in the Lego Studios 4D cinema, enjoy rides and explore a miniature Kansas City in Lego Miniland. Check our KC Coupon Page for deals at Legoland.

Urban Air Indoor Trampoline Park

Jump to new heights through the Warrior Obstacle Course or Slam Dunk Zone at Urban Air Lenexa or Urban Air Overland Park - the ultimate indoor trampoline park offering Open Play sessions daily.

Ceramic Cafe Winter Break Specials

Ceramic Cafe (9510 Nall Ave, Overland Park, KS) is a paint-your-own-pottery studio. Enjoy these upcoming events:

Creative Storytime: Do you have a pre-schooler that just LOVES TO PAINT? Ceramic Cafe offers a fun story and paint time every Tuesday and Friday. We read a book, then the kids get to paint a ceramic item that goes along with the story and finish with a snack. What a deal and a fun way to share a creative activity with a little one.  We start at 10:30 on Tuesdays and Fridays. No reservations needed unless you want to come with a large group.  

Kaleidoscope 

Kaleidoscope (2500 Grand Blvd. Kansas City, MO) offers lots of FREE Family Sessions during Winter Break. Explore the most wonderful and imaginative hands-on art center for children around. Children of all ages and their adults are welcome to attend our special Family Art Sessions. Each session lasts 40 minutes. All children must be accompanied by an adult and all adults must be accompanied by a child. Family Sessions are offered Monday-Friday. Call 816.274.8300 for more information. 

Winter Break Ice Skating

Kansas City's Outdoor Ice Skating Rinks:

The season for the outdoor rinks is typically November through February or March. Please call for hours for each location.

Kansas City's Indoor Ice Skating Rinks Open Year-round:

And, as always check the KC Parent Calendar and KC Coupons for MORE great ideas!

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