Winter Magic is a drive-thru Christmas lights event in Swope Park next to the Kansas City Zoo. The festive display runs nightly through January 2, 2022. Hours are: Monday – Thursday: 6 to 9 p.m. Friday – Saturday: 6 to 11 p.m. How Winter Magic Works Buy tickets: Purchase Winter Magic tickets in advance online […]
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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 […]
Classic Holiday Movies at Theaters in Kansas City
Watching classic holiday movies will almost certainly take you on a trip down memory lane to a time when Christmas was magical. Some of us prefer the time-honored traditions of White Christmas, A Christmas Story and Miracle on 34th Street. Others will enjoy newer holiday classics like Elf, National Lampoon’s Christmas Vacation, The Santa Clause […]
Day-by-Day Guide to Holiday and Christmas Events in Kansas City
‘Tis the season for tree lightings, Santa visits, shopping, New Year’s Eve parties and more. This is a growing list of 2021 holiday events happening in Kansas City. This day-by-day guide includes holiday fun in Kansas City happening from Thanksgiving to New Year’s Eve. Never miss a deal or opportunity by subscribing to Kansas City on […]
Free Visits, Photos and More with Santa at Zona Rosa
Zona Rosa hosts a winter wonderland in Kansas City this holiday season with family-friendly activities, including photos with Santa, happening during November and December. Visits and Photos with Santa at Zona Rosa Meet Santa at Zona Rosa to share your holiday wishes and take photos November 26-December 24. Online reservations for visits with Santa are […]
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. […]
$3 Polar Express PJ Party at Extreme Screen Union Station
Classic holiday movies are back on the big screen at Union Station’s Extreme Screen Theatre. KC Regnier Extreme Screen Theatre is showing classic holiday movies from Nov. 26 to Dec. 21, 2021. Admission for these oldies but goodies is $3 per ticket. Admission to these classic holiday movies lets you enjoy plush leather chairs, stadium-style […]
Santa Photos and Holiday Happenings at Oak Park Mall
Santa is setting up shop at Oak Park Mall in Overland Park, KS from November 19 – December 24. Visits and Photos with Santa at Oak Park Mall Visits with Santa at Oak Park mall are FREE. Santa will be camped out in Center Court near Dillard’s South on the lower level. You can visit […]
Holiday Luminary Walk at Overland Park Arboretum
For the holiday season, the Overland Park Arboretum and Botanical Gardens is hosting the traditional Holiday Luminary Walk. This popular Kansas City holiday event includes lighted trails through the gardens, holiday music, light displays, gnome and fairy villages, horse-drawn wagon rides and more. There is also an option for a more peaceful adults-only night on […]