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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 […]

Rudolph the Red Nosed Reindeer

Johnson County Arts & Heritage Center 8788 Metcalf Ave, Overland Park

The holiday classic soars off the screen in this musical adaptation of the beloved television special. Filled with holiday hits like "Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer" and "A Holly Jolly Christmas," […]

A Gift to Young Readers

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

Celebrate the season at The Rabbit hOle with your loved ones. Families are invited to make festive crafts, explore our immersive story exhibits, and share stories together. As our gift […]

Rudolph the Red Nosed Reindeer

Johnson County Arts & Heritage Center 8788 Metcalf Ave, Overland Park

The holiday classic soars off the screen in this musical adaptation of the beloved television special. Filled with holiday hits like "Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer" and "A Holly Jolly Christmas," […]

Rudolph the Red Nosed Reindeer

Johnson County Arts & Heritage Center 8788 Metcalf Ave, Overland Park

The holiday classic soars off the screen in this musical adaptation of the beloved television special. Filled with holiday hits like "Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer" and "A Holly Jolly Christmas," […]

Rudolph the Red Nosed Reindeer

Johnson County Arts & Heritage Center 8788 Metcalf Ave, Overland Park

The holiday classic soars off the screen in this musical adaptation of the beloved television special. Filled with holiday hits like "Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer" and "A Holly Jolly Christmas," […]

Ongoing

Snoopy and the Red Baron

Gladstone Community Center 6901 N. Holmes St., Gladstone

Cartoonist Charles Schulz introduced Snoopy as the World War I Flying Ace in 1965, and over the decades it became one of Snoopy's most recognized personas. The Snoopy and the Red Baron traveling gallery exhibition from the Charles M. Schulz Museu...

“Captain America: Brave New World” Showing

Union Station 30 West Pershing Road, Kansas City

Captain America: Brave New World | Official Trailer
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Sam finds himself in the middle of an international incident after meeting with President Thaddeus Ross. He must soon discover the reason behind a nefarious global plot.

Sea Turtle Rescue Team Event

Park Place - Leawood 11549 Ash Street, Leawood

Join the Turtle Rescue Team in this limited-time event at SEA LIFE Kansas City! Discover how to find them, feed them, track them, help them through splash-tastic activities from February 13 to April 13, 2025.

LEGO® CREATIVITY ACADEMY EVENT

The Commons: Lenexa Civic Campus 17101 W. 87th St. Pkwy., City of Lenexa

Join the LEGO® Creativity Academy event from Jan 30 - Mar 2 at LEGOLAND®Â Discovery Center Kansas City, where LEGO creativity never ends! Stretch your imagination, creativity and LEGO building potential with one-of-a-kind LEGO activities.

Black Wings: American Dreams of Flight

Bruce R. Watkins Cultural Heritage Center 3700 Blue Pkwy., Kansas City

February 4 @ 10:00 am - May 3 @ 6:00 pmTuesday - Saturday, 10 a.m. - 6 p.m.ADMISSION - FREELearn about the history of African Americans in flight through this stirring collection […]

Homeschool Week

Shawnee Mission Park 7900 Renner Road, City of Shawnee

Enjoy a discount all week long for any homeschool student 18 and under.

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. […]

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 […]

Breakfast with Santa

The Lodge at Ironwoods Park 14701 Mission Road, City of Leawood

Bring your wish list and join us for a festive morning at Breakfast with Santa! Enjoy an all-you-can-eat pancake buffet served with sausage, fresh fruit, juice, and coffee—generously provided by […]

Holiday Open House

Louisburg Cider Mill 14730 Hwy 68, Louisburg

Step into the holiday season at Louisburg Cider Mill’s Annual Holiday Open House! Enjoy the comforting aroma of fresh-pressed cider, warm donuts, and festive treats as you explore our Country […]

A Christmas Celebration

Missouri Town Living History Museum 8010 E Park Rd, Lee's Summit

Saturday, December 06, 2025 | 09:00 AM to 04:00 PM Step back in time and celebrate the season Missouri-style! Wander through our lantern-lit village filled with music, festive décor, and […]

20 Years Celebrating Children’s Small Mall

C.W. Parker Carousel Museum 320 S. Esplanade, Leavenworth

For 20 years children 3-13 years old have selected holiday gifts for family, friends and teachers all within a supervised setting at C.W. Parker Carousel Museum, 320 S. Esplanade, Leavenworth, […]

Woodland Tales with Father Christmas

Ernie Miller Nature Center 909 N. Hwy. 7, Olathe

Take a photo with our woodsy Santa Claus! The holiday season is a time of joy, love, and togetherness. "Tales of Father Christmas" embraces the true spirit of this magical […]

Santa Visits @ Family Tree Nursery

Family Tree Nursery Liberty 830 W. Liberty Dr., Liberty

Enjoy beautiful backdrops and a visit from the most incredible Santa for a perfect family outing and free photo opportunity! Bring your kids and cameras to capture the ideal holiday […]

Meet Santa at the Zoo

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

Guests can meet Santa at the KCZoo Saturday & Sunday, December 6th-7th from 10am to 2pm. This event is included with your Zoo general admission or membership.

Christmas Open House

Mahaffie Stagecoach Stop and Farm 1200 Kansas City Rd., Olathe

Enjoy the Heritage Center decorations, make an ornament and visit the historic Mahaffie House! We are open from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. and admission is waived. Activities may include: […]

City Market’s 8th Annual Merry Market!

Historic City Market 5th and Walnut, Kansas City

Kansas City’s largest Handmade Holiday Market featuring over 100 local artisan vendors and uniquely handcrafted gifts! Saturdays & Sundays | November 29 – December 21 10 AM – 4 PM […]

Carol of the Toys-Resurrection Kids Music and Choir

Church of the Resurrection: Leawood 5001 W 137th St, Leawood

Carol of the Toys is a joyful, high-energy musical that blends humor, heart, and faith. With a musical mix ranging from clever Nutcracker-inspired arrangements to hip-hop and touching ballads, this story […]

Photos and Cookies with Santa and Mrs Claus

Atkins-Johnson Farm 4109 NE Pleasant Valley Rd, Gladstone

Come to the Atkins-Johnson Farm and Museum, 4109 NE Pleasant Valley Rd, Gladstone, MO 64119 for a picture with Santa and Mrs. Claus in a historic farmhouse decorated for this […]

A Kansas City Christmas

Lenexa Baptist Church 15320 W 87th St Pkwy, Lenexa

Kickstart your holiday season with "A Kansas City Christmas" at Lenexa Baptist Church on Dec 6-7! This event features performances by our Worship Choir and Orchestra, and it's free to […]

Living Nativity Family Event

Grace United Methodist 11485 S Ridgeview Rd, Olathe

🎄✨ Living Nativity Event at Grace UMC! ✨🎄 Join us for a magical afternoon at Grace United Methodist Church! ⭐ Live Animals (Sheep, Goats, Cow, Donkey, and Camel!) ⭐ S'mores […]

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“White Christmas” free film screening

Harry S. Truman Presidential Library 500 US Hwy. 24, Independence

Bring your friends and family to enjoy this holiday classic. Part of Harry's Holiday Party on Saturday, December 6, 2025. In 1945, Harry S. Truman gave White Christmas songwriter, Irving […]

PJ Party Crawl

Zona Rosa 8640 N Dixson Ave, Kansas City

Event Details Join us for family-friendly holiday fun. Wear your pajamas, create magical holiday memories through fun activities and celebrate the holidays together. PJ Party Crawl Saturday, December 6, 3pm […]

Mayor’s Holiday Tree Lighting Ceremony

Downtown Raytown 63rd Street and Raytown Road, Kansas City

This annual holiday event, now includes vendors, bounce houses, an appearance by Santa, cookies, cider and more is hosted by the Raytown Main Street Association has been a local tradition […]

Smoky Valley Limited Dinner Train with Mrs. Claus

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

It’s a taste of the coming holiday season with a “double feature” on the Abilene and Smoky Valley Railroad’s Smoky Valley Limited! On Saturday, December 6th our Christmas dinner train […]

Journey to Bethlehem

Southminster Presbyterian Church 6306 Roe Ave , Prairie Village

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 […]

Christmas in Killarney – An Irish Christmas Celebration

Midwest Trust Center 12345 College Blvd, Overland Park

Come and join us in the old village of Killarney in Ireland for an evening of Irish traditions and your favorite Christmas songs! Watch Irish dancers leap through the air […]