Few places are as grand for getting into the holiday spirit as Union Station. Join the Holiday Kickoff Lighting Ceremony on Saturday, Nov. 23, 2019. Admission is FREE. Besides Kansas City’s largest indoor tree lighting ceremony, attendees can experience family-friendly activities and special performances throughout the day beginning at 10 a.m. The tree lighting and […]
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Raymore Tree Lighting with Santa
Enjoy an evening of cheer hosted by the City of Raymore and Raymore’s Parks and Recreation Department on Tuesday, Nov. 26. The Mayor’s Tree Lighting will happen at T.B. Hanna Station at 6 p.m. Attendees will be treated to FREE cookies and hot chocolate. Santa will be on hand for photos. T.B. Hanna Station is […]
Free Dog Pictures with Santa at KC Wine Company
Santa Claus is coming to town and he’s making a stop at KC Wine Co. for FREE pet photos. Stop by Saturday, Nov. 30, 2019 between 2 p.m. and 6 p.m. for your FREE photo opp. Dogs have to be on the nice list. That means they should be leashed and owners should be able […]
Merriam Tree Lighting Benefits JOCO Multi-Service Center
The magic of the holidays come to life in Merriam with the flip of a switch. Mayor Ken Sissom will do the honors at the annual Christmas Tree Lighting at 6:30 p.m. on Friday, Dec. 6 at the Irene French Community Center. There will be food, live music, games, activities and Santa’s visit. Attendees can […]
North Kansas City’s Mayor’s Tree Lighting
Gather together in North Kansas City at City Hall for the Mayor’s 2019 Christmas Tree Lighting on Friday, Nov. 22. The FREE event is from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. Venture into Santa’s wonderland for hot chocolate, cookies and seasonal entertainment. Santa will make a stop and make time for photos with kids and families. North […]
Holiday Market at Farrand Farms
The whole family can enjoy some time at the second annual Holiday Market at Farrand Farms on Saturday, Nov. 30, 2019. The gathering is FREE and there’s plenty to do: Enjoy cider and snacks Browse and by wares from local artisans and vendors Have a chat and photo opp with Santa Claus Hopefully win some […]
Celebrate at Parkville Christmas on the River
On Friday, Dec. 6, 2019, the City of Parkville, Missouri, is holding its annual Christmas on the River celebration in historic downtown Parkville. Admission is FREE. There is lots of family fun happening from 6 p.m. to 10 p.m. Activities include: Holiday Entertainment on the Main Stage & Pocket Park 1000 Voice Choir from Park Hill School District […]
Free Sports and Fun Fest in the Power & Light District
Once a month from May through October, Sprint presents a free Family Fun Day in the Kansas City Power & Light District. The next one is this Saturday, June 16, 2012. The theme is Summer Sports and Fun. This event includes live entertainment by the Okee Dokee Brothers, games and activities (basketball, baseball, soccer, miniature golf, […]
Free Admission to “Festival of Smoke”
The Culinary Center of Kansas City’s (CCKC) Midwest Barbecue Institute is kicking off National Barbecue Month with their 3rd Annual Festival of Smoke. The festival will be held this Saturday, May 12, 2012 at the Overland Park Clock Tower and at the Culinary Center. Admission is free. This event, which runs from 8:30 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. includes […]
Free Kansas City Temple Open House
The new Kansas City Missouri Temple of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints is holding an open house this April 7-28, 2012 (excluding Sundays). Admission is free. Registration is required. The temple is located at 7001 Searcy Creek Parkway in Kansas City, Missouri.

















