If you haven’t been to Longview Lake to see Jackson County’s annual light show, “Christmas in the Park,” you’re missing out. It’s definitely a Kansas City “must-see!” A Kansas City Holiday tradition since 1987, Christmas in the Park typically runs nightly from Thanksgiving through New Year’s. The ride-through show is located at Frank White Jr., […]
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Lenexa Presents Sar-Ko Aglow, a Free Trail of Trees
One of Kansas City’s best holiday light displays is Sar-Ko-Algow in Lenexa. The trees and trails around Rose’s Pond at Sar-Ko-Park in Lenexa spring to life for the annual holiday lights display. The official lighting is December 4, 2026, at 6 p.m. at the Grand Pavilion. Santa Claus will be on hand to hear children’s […]
Save 25% on Kansas City Holiday Boutique Tickets, Nov. 18–22 in Overland Park
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A Kansas City holiday tradition since 2011, the Kansas City Holiday Boutique returns to the Overland Park Convention Center Nov. 18–22, 2026. Kansas City on the Cheap readers can save 25% on general admission tickets with promo code KCCHEAP. Shoppers can browse unique gifts, holiday décor, apparel, jewelry, children’s items, gourmet foods, accessories and more […]
Winter Magic Drive Through Christmas Lights Display
Winter Magic is a drive-thru Christmas lights event in Kansas City. The festive display runs nightly November 4 through January 2, 2027. It opens at 6 p.m. Closing times vary. How Winter Magic Works Buy tickets: Purchase Winter Magic tickets online in advance (one per carload), choosing the day and time you would like to […]
50+ Vendors Featured at Lake Quivira Holiday Bazaar
The Lake Quivira Holiday Bazaar is a longstanding annual event and a traditional way of kicking off the holiday season at Lake Quivira, KS. More than 50 vendors make up this event that is FREE and open to the public on Friday, Nov. 13, and Saturday, Nov. 14, 2026. Both floors of the Lake Quivira […]
Free Pumpkin Smashing Compost Party
Trying to decide what to do with your Halloween jack-o-lantern? Smash it, don’t trash it! Compost Collective KC is hosting Pumpkin Smash 2026, a FREE, family-friendly way of composting your Halloween jack-o-lanterns. Pumpkin Smash 2026 happens Saturday, November 14, from noon to 4 p.m. at Urbavore Urban Farm, 5500 Bennington Avenue in Kansas City, MO. […]
Magic Tree in Lee’s Summit Benefits Operation Toy Solider
The Magic Tree is a celebratory landmark in Lee’s Summit, MO, that provides a great photo backdrop. The Magic Tree is lit for visitors to enjoy during the holiday season each night from November 24, 2026, through mid-January 2027. This year, the tree project will once again benefit Operation Toy Soldier. Attendees are encouraged to […]
Johnson County Parks Delivers Fall Events
Fall is here in Kansas City. There are plenty of pumpkins to pick, warm cider to drink and fun to be had, thanks to several events put on by the Johnson County Parks and Recreation Department. Some of these seasonal celebrations are FREE while others have a nominal fee. As is normal for city or […]
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. Both shows run November 20, 2026, through January 3, 2027. Laser Holiday Magic: Lively amination and colors brought to life to the tunes […]
Drive-Through Display at Excelsior Springs Lane of Lights
Take a trip down Lover’s Lane in Excelsior Springs to enjoy the Lane of Lights. The annual Lane of Lights is happening Saturday, November 21, through Sunday, December 25, 2026. Hours are Nov. 20-Dec. 31, 2021. Hours are 5:30 to 10 p.m. This is a drive-thru light display hosted by nightly by a different local […]
