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., […]
Holiday Lights Kansas City
FREE Holiday Lighting Ceremony at Zona Rosa
On Saturday, Nov. 21, 2026, kick off your holiday season with Zona Rosa’s Holiday Lighting Ceremony in and around North Park. Admission is FREE. This event takes place from 3 to 6 p.m. and includes a 44-foot Christmas tree, local elementary school choir performances, holiday music from local bands, a photo booth and the arrival […]
Country Club Plaza Lighting Ceremony
Like Rudolph, the Country Club Plaza Lighting Ceremony is best described as “the most famous of them all,” at least in Kansas City. The holiday season in Kansas City wouldn’t be complete without thousands of lights outlining 15 blocks of the Country Club Plaza: 4706 Broadway Blvd, Kansas City, MO 64112. The Plaza Lights will […]
Mayor’s Christmas Tree at Crown Center
The Mayor’s Christmas Tree in Kansas City will shine brightly on Crown Center Square from November 27, 2026 through early January 2027. The annual Kansas City Mayor’s Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony is a FREE event held Friday, November 27, 2026. The program begins at 6 p.m. Enjoy long-standing traditions that includes a performance by the […]
Hometown Holidays Event in Downtown Liberty
Historic Downtown Liberty is hosting the annual Hometown Holidays event Saturday, Dec. 5, 2026. Festive activities are going on all afternoon in Downtown Liberty. During the event, the Downtown Liberty Farmers Market will host a holiday market around the square. 2 p.m. to 5 p.m. FREE Family-Friendly Activities Pictures with Santa (inside City Hall) Kids’ […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
Luminary Walk at Overland Park Arboretum
For the holiday season, the Overland Park Arboretum and Botanical Gardens is hosting the traditional Holiday Luminary Walk. The Luminary Walk at the Overland Park Arboretum & Botanical Gardens is a favorite holiday experience. Running on select nights from November 27 through December 26, 2026, this seasonal tradition features miles of trails illuminated by thousands […]
