Make magical memories this Christmas season with Santa sightings all over Kansas City! From festive parades and tree lightings to cozy breakfasts and classic photo ops, there’s a Santa experience for every family.
Santa’s Wonderland at Bass Pro Shops & Cabela’s
Nov. 3 – Dec. 24, multiple locations
Enjoy free photos and festive activities with Santa. Advance reservations required.
Visit Santa at Oak Park Mall
Nov. 15 – Dec. 24, 11149 W 95th St., Overland Park KS
Reserve a time online (recommended). Visits are free; photo packages and keepsakes available for purchase.
Saint Nic’s – A Santa Experience on the Plaza
Nov. 20 – Dec. 23, Country Club Plaza KC MO
A warm, storybook Santa visit includes a Bloom Bakery cookie and Shatto Milk treat ($15 ticket). Reservations required.
Holiday Reflections at Union Station
Select dates Nov. 21 – Jan. 4, 30 W Pershing Rd., KC MO
Catch Santa roaming through sparkling light displays for informal photos: Nov. 22 (1–5 p.m.), Dec. 11 (1–5 p.m.), Dec. 19–20 (3–7 p.m.).
Santa Saturdays at Park Place
Saturdays, Nov. 22 – Dec. 20, 11551 Ash St., Leawood KS
Take free photos with Santa from 11 a.m.–4 p.m. while enjoying Dickens carolers and festive shopping.
Visit Santa at Crown Center
Nov. 28 – Dec. 24, 2450 Grand Blvd., KC MO
Santa arrives Nov. 28 at 10 a.m. in a horse-drawn carriage to kick off the holidays, then greets families daily at this brand-new holiday exhibit, Destination North Pole. Free admission; photo packages available.
Winter Wonderland at KC Pumpkin Patch
Nov. 28 – Dec. 21, 13875 S Gardner Rd., Olathe KS
Select weekends starting 5:30 p.m. Photos with Santa and “The Mean One,” lights, food, and holiday fun.
Knights of Lights at KC Renaissance Festival
Nov. 28–30 & weekends Dec. 5–31, 633 N 130th St., Bonner Springs KS
Twinkling lights, live music, kids’ activities, and visits with Santa and Mrs. Claus.
Santa at Lee’s Summit History Museum
Nov. 29, Dec. 6, 13 & 20, 220 SW Main St., Lee’s Summit MO
Meet Santa 3–5 p.m. among the museum’s historic holiday displays.
Meet Santa at Zona Rosa
Nov. 29 – Dec. 24, 8640 N Dixson Ave., KC MO
Visit Santa in his Winter Wonderland at The Grove. Reservations recommended; walk-ins welcome.
Meet Santa at Zona Rosa – Sensory Friendly
Nov. 30 & Dec. 7, 11 a.m.–12 p.m., 8640 N Dixson Ave., KC MO
Children with sensory sensitivities can visit Santa in a calm setting before general hours. Traditional visits Nov. 28–Dec. 24.
Cookies with Santa at Mahaffie
Dec. 2, 4, 9 & 11, 4–7 p.m., 1200 E Kansas City Rd., Olathe KS
Enjoy cookies, cocoa, and a 10-minute reserved visit. $25 per group includes a 4×6 photo.
Christmas on the River – Parkville
Dec. 5, 6 p.m., Downtown Parkville, Main St., Parkville MO
Celebrate the season with Parkville’s annual Christmas on the River featuring live entertainment, the tree lighting, holiday activities, and a special appearance by Santa.
Morning at the North Pole
Dec. 6, 9 a.m.–12:30 p.m., Strang Reserve, Downtown Overland Park KS
Games, crafts, treats, and a visit with Santa at this Kansas City Mom Collective event. Tickets required.
Breakfast With Santa – Merriam Community Center
Dec. 6, 9–10:30 a.m., 6040 Slater St., Merriam KS
Kids and families enjoy holiday crafts, games, a tasty pancake breakfast, and time with Santa. Spaces fill quickly; registration required by Nov. 28. Cost: $8 per person.
Santa Saturday – The Shops of Prairie Village
Dec. 6, 10 a.m.–12 p.m., 6920 Mission Rd., Prairie Village KS
Visit Santa at The Shops of Prairie Village for festive photos and family fun during this cheerful holiday morning event.
Family Tree Nurseries – Photos with Santa
Dec. 6 (Liberty), Dec. 13 (Overland Park), Dec. 14 (Shawnee), 10 a.m.–2 p.m.
Santa visits all Family Tree retail locations with festive photo backdrops. Bring your camera for this free event.
Santa’s Express at Ag Hall of Fame
Dec. 6, 10 a.m.–3 p.m., National Agriculture Hall of Fame, 630 N 126th St., Bonner Springs KS
Enjoy free photos with Santa, hay wagon rides, children’s holiday stories, train rides, and more! Admission is $5 per person; free for children under 1.
See Santa at CandyLand Christmas in Smithville
Dec. 6, 1–5:30 p.m., Downtown Smithville, 105 W Main St., Smithville MO
Meet Santa, grab a goody bag, and follow the CandyLand map to local businesses. Stay for the Mayor’s Christmas Tree Lighting at 6 p.m.
Father Christmas at Ernie Miller Nature Center
Dec. 7, 10 a.m., 909 N K-7 Hwy., Olathe KS
Enjoy woodland storytelling, wildlife encounters, and photos with a rustic Father Christmas. Bring a toy donation.
Kansas City Automotive Museum – Breakfast with Santa
Dec. 13, 8–10 a.m., 15095 W 116th St., Olathe KS
A festive morning with breakfast, photos with Santa, and family holiday fun. Admission charged for breakfast.
Nebraska Furniture Mart – Santa Stravaganza
Dec. 13 & 14, 1601 Village West Pkwy., KC KS
Meet Santa for photos and enjoy free activities including face painting, a tinsel station, gingerbread coloring, and a trail mix bar.
Mayor’s Christmas Tree Lighting & Parade – Bonner Springs
Dec. 13, 4:30–8 p.m., Centennial Park, 206 E Cedar St., Bonner Springs KS
Candy Cane Hunt, parade, choir caroling, and the official tree lighting with Santa in attendance.