Johnson County Parks and Recreation has plenty of holiday fun for the young and young at heart from holiday crafts, a candy cane hunt, white elephant gift exchanges, live music and more. Many of these holiday activities from JCPRD are FREE or cheap (just the way we like them), but most require some sort of […]
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Ring in the Holidays with KCMO Parks & Rec Activities
The Kansas City Parks and Recreation Department is ringing in the holiday season with a variety of events and activities around Kansas City. These are open to the public and many are FREE, but require attendees to sign up in advance. Winter Magic Drive-Thru Holiday Light Display Winter Magic, a fantastic drive-thru holiday experience lets […]
Free Holiday House Kit from Lowes: Registration Begins Dec. 6
Lowe’s is putting a festive DIY spin on the family favorite gingerbread house tradition by giving away FREE Holiday House Kits.” Starting Dec. 6, customers can register for the chance to get a FREE Holiday House Kit. Each kit comes will all the trimmings to customize the house, including graham crackers, icing and candies. There are four […]
Cheap and Cheerful Christmas Events in Gardner
It’s beginning to look a lot like Christmas around Gardner, KS. Keep your holiday spirits high and your expenses low with plenty of family-friendly Christmas activities, courtesy of the Gardner Parks and Recreation Department and many other civic departments and citizens. Christmas in the Park Thousands of beautiful lights shine in Cornerstone Park during the holidays […]
Pet Photos with Santa in Kansas City Brookside Barkery
Get your holiday pet photos at Brookside Barkery & Bath stores this season. The Grinch is visiting both locations (Lee’s Summit and Kansas City, MO) so your furry friend can strike a festive pose with him. There is even a set of reindeer horns incase your pup wants to dress up like Max. Humans can […]
Santa and a Movie at Twin Drive-In Holiday Extravaganza
Cruise in for holiday fun during the B&B Twin Drive-In Holiday Extravaganza. This special holiday event is December 4. Activities begin at 3 p.m. and a showing of How the Grinch Stole Christmas begins at 5:30 p.m. Pack in the whole family. Admission is $35 per car. Twin Drive-In Holiday Extravaganza Activities Meet Santa: Mrs. […]
Free Music & Display at Country Acres Christmas Lights Extravaganza
Country Acres Christmas Lights display is a drive outside Kansas City, but worth the trip. More than 63,000 Pixels and 189,000 channels of lights dancing to music make up this display you can enjoy for FREE from the comfort of your car. Be sure to turn off your headlights while watching the show. There are […]
Santa Visits and Photos at Independence Center
Santa and his elves are back at Independence Center this holiday season. Visits and Photos with Santa at Independence Center Take photos with the jolliest guy around this holiday season. Santa will be on site in December. We’ve confirmed the following hours each week but are waiting on confirmation from Independence Center for exact dates. […]
Photos with Santa at Town Center Plaza
Photos with Santa are back at Town Center Plaza. Jordan Photography is taking photos. The seasonal location for Santa photos is on the north side of Town Center Plaza next to GNC. Sessions are by appointment only. Appointments are available daily from November 20 – December 23. Can’t make photos with Santa at Town Center […]
Holiday Swing Indie Craft Fair at Union Station
The Strawberry Swing Indie Craft Fair’s 16th Annual Holiday Swing is returning to Union Station, Saturday, November 21, and Sunday, November 22, 2026. Admission is FREE. One of the Midwest’s top indie craft fairs, this pop-up affair is a destination for homemade holiday items from more than 150 regional crafters and artisans. The open-air European-style […]
