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Evergy Festival of Lights

Powell Gardens 1609 NW US Hwy. 50, Kingsville

Evergy Festival of Lights Select evenings at Powell Gardens | 5-10 p.m. November 20-23, 28-30, December 4-6, 11-13, 19-23, 26-29, and January 2-3, 2026   During Evergy Festival of Lights at […]

Luminary Walk

Overland Park Arboretum and Botanical Gardens 8909 W. 179th St., Overland Park

Nov. 26 – Dec. 30 Bring the whole family to stroll candlelit paths, enjoy live music, gnome and fairy villages, train displays and holiday lights at the Luminary Walk.

Touchdowns & Tinsel

T-Shotz 660 NW Metro North Dr., Kansas City

Celebrate the holidays with us at T-Shotz! Join us for a classic, Kansas City holiday experience from November 28th through December 31st! Enjoy a themed menu and specialty cocktails in our main […]

A Christmas Carol

KC Repertory Theatre 4949 Cherry St., Kansas City

Select showtimes Nov 22 – Dec 27, 2025 Create Christmas memories that will last for many seasons to come, and celebrate Gary Neal Johnson’s incredible legacy! Join Ebenezer Scrooge on […]

Weston Wonderland

Weston Red Barn Farm 16300 Wilkerson Road, Weston

We are excited to announce a NEW, First Annual WESTON WONDERLAND, Christmas on the Farm. Follow the lighted pathway to our living nativity scene and visit the barnyard animals by […]

Journey to Judea

Countryside Baptist Church W. 175th St, City of Overland Park

2025 Tour Dates November 21-23   &   December 5-7 Journey to Judea is an interactive Christmas experience that allows you to walk through the narrative of the Bible, learning the twists and turns […]

Ongoing

The Nostalgia Awakens: Retro Kenner Star Wars Action Figure Toys

National Museum of Toys and Miniatures 5235 Oak St., Kansas City

Embark on an intergalactic voyage to see The Nostalgia Awakens: Retro Kenner Star Wars Action Figure Toys, The National Museum of Toys and Miniatures' upcoming exhibition featuring EVERY action figure toy made […]

Jumperoo

Urban Air Adventure Park Lenexa 8540 Maurer Rd., Lenexa

Jumperoo is a special time where the park is open only for children 7 & under! We open the park early just for the little ones and their parents to […]

GloWild: Time Traveler

Kansas City Zoo & Aquarium 6800 Zoo Dr., Kansas City

Adventure through glowing sculptures and time-traveling scenes at this nighttime light festival. KansasCityZoo.org Be sure to check the event's website for changes in times throughout the season. GloWild is open […]

KC’s FAV Holiday Light Party | Winter Magic—Northland

Winter Magic at Platte Purchase Park 10400 Platte Purchase Drive, Kansas City

Join Us for Kansas City’s 6th Annual Winter Magic! Winter Magic 2025 | KC’s Favorite Drive-Thru Holiday Light Party ✨ More Lights! ✨ ✨ More Fun Songs! ✨ ✨ Even […]

Titanic: An Immersive Voyage

Union Station 30 West Pershing Road, Kansas City

Step aboard the world’s most captivating maritime legend — Titanic: An Immersive Voyage — opening NOV 8 at Union Station Kansas City. This breathtaking new exhibition brings the Titanic’s untold […]

FREE photos with Santa at Bass Pro Shops in Kansas City

Santa’s Wonderland is back at Bass Pro Shops in the Kansas City area for the 2025 holiday season, offering families a magical Christmas experience. Now through Dec. 24, guests can […]

Elf – The Musical TYA

Coterie Theatre 2450 Grand Blvd., Suite 144, Kansas City

November 11 - December 31, 2025 The beloved holiday classic comes to life on stage! Buddy, a young orphan, mistakenly crawls into Santa’s bag of gifts and is transported to […]

Cowtown Santa Express

Abilene & Smoky Valley Railroad 200 SE 5th Street , Kansas

Discover the magic of the holiday season on the rails! The Abilene and Smoky Valley Railroad’s Cowtown Santa Express sparkles with the glow of the Christmas season. Our antique passenger […]

Light the World Giving Machine

Union Station 30 West Pershing Road, Kansas City

Giving Machines have returned to Union Station for the fifth year. Instead of getting yourself a candy bar or soda, you can donate to local and global charities with the […]

Holiday Lights on Farmstead Lane

Deanna Rose Children's Farmstead 13800 Switzer, Overland Park

Turn your car into a glow mobile and head to Deanna Rose Children’s Farmstead for a free, sparkling light show synced to festive music! Running nightly Nov. 27–Dec. 31, 5–10 […]

Meet Santa @ Zona Rosa

Zona Rosa 8640 N Dixson Ave, Kansas City

Nov. 29 - Dec. 24 Meet Santa in his Winter Wonderland at Zona Rosa. Online reservations highly recommended but not required.  

Hallmark Christmas Experience

Crown Center Square 2450 Grand Blvd., Kansas City

Each weekend (Nov 28 - Dec. 21), join us at Crown Center in Kansas City, right outside of Hallmark’s headquarters, for the Hallmark Christmas Experience—a free, open-to-the-public, immersive experience with […]

Santa Visits at Destination North Pole

Crown Center 2450 Grand Blvd, Kansas City

Step into a whimsical, wintery wonderland at Crown Center’s all-new holiday season exhibit, Destination North Pole! Families will explore a candy cane forest filled with interactive stations and letters to […]

Hallmark Christmas Movie-Thon

Hallmark Visitors Center 2501 McGee Street, Kansas City

Each weekend during the Hallmark Christmas Experience, enjoy a festive lineup of Hallmark Christmas movies on the big screen in the Hallmark Visitors Center's cozy theater. Whether you’re revisiting beloved […]

Holiday Choirs at Crown Center

Crown Center 2450 Grand Blvd, Kansas City

Beautiful music fills the halls of the Crown Center Shops as nearly 100 Kansas City area school, church and community choirs perform Monday through Thursday from Dec. 1 through Dec. […]

We, the People: Exhibit

We, the People: Exhibit

National Archives at Kansas City 400 W. Pershing Rd., Kansas City

The National Archives at Kansas City is excited to announce that starting Tuesday, February 20, our We the People exhibit will be open to the public. Free, self-guided tours will be available Tuesday through Friday, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Ripples: Water, Community, and You

Johnson County Museum 8788 Metcalf, Overland Park

Water is the lifeblood of human civilization, shaping our history, economy, and environment. “Ripples” explores how water has connected us all—past, present, and future.

Power Hour

Power Hour

Mercury Gymnastics 10551 N. Ambassador Dr., Kansas City

Kids under 5 can explore the gym’s trampolines, low beams and foam pits. $10 cash only. MercuryGymnastics.com

Cooke Decorating + Playtime

Inspired Play Cafe 6527 W. 119th St, Overland Park

🍪 Holiday Sugar Cookie Decorating at Inspired Play Café 🎄 Get into the holiday spirit with our Sugar Cookie Decorating Party — the sweetest way to celebrate the season! Join […]

Splash With Me: Lenexa Rec Center

Splash With Me: Lenexa Rec Center

Lenexa Rec Center 17201 W. 87th St. Pkwy., Lenexa

Let your little ones splash, play and build confidence in the water during this morning swim time just for them. Soft toys are welcome. Swim diapers and swim suits are required for children that are not bathroom trained.

Nativity Puppets

Grace & Holy Trinity Cathedral 415 W 13th St, Kansas City

One of Kansas City's Favorite Holiday Traditions! This celebrated annual spectacle comes alive with larger than life, seven-foot puppets that grace the stage with live voices, singers, and musicians for […]

Cowtown Christmas 2025!

Downtown Abilene Kansas 313 N Buckeye, Kansas

Celebrate the season at Cowtown Christmas in Abilene, Kansas December 5-7, 2025! Friday, December 5th All Day – Christmas Tree Lane 10 am to 4 pm (last tour starts at […]

Story Hour

Story Hour

Rabbit hOle 919 E. 14th Ave., North Kansas City

Books will be read aloud followed by a craft inspired by the week’s featured title. Story hour tickets are $5 per child RabbitHoleKC.org  

Indoor Playground

Indoor Playground

Mill Creek Activity Center 6518 Vista Drive , Kansas

Mill Creek Activity Center. Toddlers can explore on soft climbing structures, slides and sensory activities. Ages walking to 5 yrs. $6 per child. Available Mondays and Fridays from 11 AM-12 […]

Open Gym

Open Gym

360 Gymnastics 431 N. Lindenwood Dr., Olathe

Enjoy the open gym with your toddler. $5. Register at KC360Gym.com  

Fall Book Celebration

Fall Book Celebration

Johnson County Library - Central Resource Branch 9875 W 87th St, Overland Park

Enjoy a pizza party with coloring, games, face-painting and a SPECIAL read-aloud of "The First Cat in Space Ate Pizza" by Mac Barnett and Shawn Harris at this energetic, LITeracy-based […]

NCAA DI Women’s College Cup Semifinal Round

CPKC Stadium 1460 E Front St, Kansas City

Semifinals - 12/5 @ 5:00 P.M. Head to CPKC Stadium to watch the Nation’s best college soccer players compete in the NCAA DI Women’s College Cup Semifinal Round! This year marks […]

Holiday Market on Strawberry Hill

Epic Arts 609 N. 6th St. , Kansas

KCK is getting cozy for the holidays, and the Strawberry Hill neighborhood invites you to take a festive stroll down 6th Street. Participating businesses will be opening their doors for […]

Santa’s Workshop at Evergy Festival of Lights

Powell Gardens 1609 NW US Hwy. 50, Kingsville

On Fridays and Saturdays (November 28-December 20), visit Santa in his cozy Powell Gardens workshop! Mrs. Claus will join Santa for special story times on Saturdays (November 29-December 20). Visitors […]

Power Hour

Power Hour

Mercury Gymnastics 10551 N. Ambassador Dr., Kansas City

Kids under 5 can explore the gym’s trampolines, low beams and foam pits. $10 cash only. MercuryGymnastics.com

Friday Night Family Fun: Book Art

Kansas City Public Library - Plaza Branch 4801 Main Street, Kansas City

We know you love to read, but what about using books as craft supplies? Let’s turn some old, well-loved books into buttons, personalized bookmarks, and more. Recommended for ages 3 […]

Journey to Bethlehem

Experience the story of Christ's birth in a Journey to Bethlehem at Southminster Presbyterian Church in Prairie Village. Join fellow travelers following the star through seven scenes in a dramatic […]

Sar-Ko Aglow Lighting Ceremony

Sar-Ko-Par Trails Park 87th Street Parkway &; Lackman Road, Lenexa

December 5 - January 19 Enjoy the ceremonial switch flip on December 5 from 6:00-7:00pm. Not only will this event include one of the best holiday light displays in the […]

Christmas on the River in Downtown Parkville

Downtown Parkville , Parkville

Celebrate the holidays at the annual Parkville Christmas on the River celebration!  Bring the family and enjoy the festivities, including: Holiday Market Holiday Entertainment Visit and take photos with Santa […]

Child of Hope

Child of Hope

The Culture House Studio Theater 14808 West 117th Street, Olathe

Returning just in time for Christmas, Störling Dance Theater’s Child of Hope tells the miraculous story of Jesus' birth, captivating audiences with authentic characters, stunning choreography, hauntingly beautiful music and […]

It’s a Wonderful Life

It’s a Wonderful Life

The Culture House Stage and Studio 11167 W. 95th St., Overland Park

This beloved American holiday classic comes to captivating life as a live 1940s radio broadcast. With the help of an ensemble that brings a few dozen characters to the stage, […]

It’s a Wonderful Life: A Live Radio Play

The Culture House Stage and Studio 11167 W. 95th St., Overland Park

This beloved American holiday classic comes to captivating life as a live 1940s radio broadcast. With the help of an ensemble that brings a few dozen characters to the stage, […]