Why wait until December to have holly jolly fun? The KC Zoo & Aquarium has you covered for mid-year holiday festivities! Mark your calendar! Friday, July 25th, bring the family to the KC Zoo for an after-hours event! From 5 PM to 9 PM, everyone will have the opportunity to visit the animals (excluding the […]
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Classic Holiday Movie Series at Union Station
What better way to get into the holiday spirit than enjoying your seasonal viewing of Elf with your friends and family at Kansas City’s unofficial holiday headquarters? And we know that with its giant wreath to train rides and visits with Santa to the Mayor’s Christmas Tree right across the street — in Kansas City, […]
KC Southern Holiday Express Reservations Open Sept. 22
Santa and his elves are riding into Kansas City for a five-day visit on the Kansas City Southern Holiday Express train. The beloved holiday train makes a stop at Union Station December 14-18 for walk-through tours, walk-around visits and photo opps. This year, Holiday Express includes Rudy the smiling tank engine and cars with intricate displays […]
Where to Visit (and Take Photos) with Santa in Kansas City
Ho! Ho! Ho! Want to take the kids (or your dog) to see Santa in Kansas City? Here’s a list of places you can take them to see Santa in Kansas City during the 2021 holiday season. Some of these are also events that include refreshments, crafts, and other kids’ activities; others are just places […]
Best Holiday and Christmas Light Displays in Kansas City 2021
We’re sure a lot of people are in the spirit to go check out Christmas and holiday light displays in Kansas City. And, why not? Looking at Christmas lights is an inexpensive and safe holiday activity that can be enjoyed by kids (and adults) of all ages. This list includes any kind of displays we […]
Celebrate the Holidays at Union Station in Kansas City
You won’t need for a coat and mittens for Kansas City holiday fun inside historic Union Station. There’s a whole lineup of festive sights and activities at Union Station that make holidays in Kansas City a magical time for laughing, singing and exploring. It’s FREE to browse around inside Union Station, but some activities and […]
Holiday Laser Light Shows at Gottlieb Planetarium
Come inside Union Station and warm up with memorable tunes paired with vibrant laser choreography at the Arvin Gottlieb Planetarium this holiday season. There are two holiday-themed laser light shows this year: Laser Holiday Magic: Lively amination and colors brought to life to the tunes of Joy to the World, Most Wonderful Time of the […]
Santa, Open House Mark the Holidays at Louisburg Cider Mill
Louisburg Cider Mill is decked out for the holidays in Kansas City. Find great gifts for the great people in your life this holiday season at the Louisburg Holiday Open House on December 4. Shop and sample from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. If you miss the open house, you can still stop by for […]
Free Holiday Lights on Farmstead Lane
The Deanna Rose Children’s Farmstead closes for the winter season but still offers FREE holiday fun for families in Kansas City. From November 25-January 7, 2021, Deana Rose Children’s Farmstead will be putting on its Holiday Lights on Farmstead Lane light show. Admission is FREE The display is at the main entrance of the Farmstead. […]
Free or Cheap Holiday Fun in Olathe
Holiday fun is happening in Olathe with a whole schedule of festive events. Enjoy cookies with Santa, Christmas music, hunting candy canes, lights displays and more during the holiday season. Some events are free, but may charge for extra activities. Follow links because some require advance sign ups to participate. Cookies with Santa at Mahaffie […]
