Powell Gardens invites you to the Festival of Lights this 2026 holiday season. On selected Wednesday through Sunday evenings from November 19 through January 3, 2027, visitors can walk through a half-mile walk of holiday lights and unique botanically-themed displays. Festival hours are 5 to 10 p.m. Festival of Lights will be closed Thanksgiving Eve, Thanksgiving […]
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Knights of Lights: A Renaissance Christmas Extravaganza
Huzzah! It’s Christmas in Canterbury. The Kansas City Renaissance Festival village has been transformed into the Knights of Lights, a colorful, walk-through light display. There is also food, entertainment, activities for the kids, and fun for everyone in the family. This year, you’ll be amazed at the fun. Per the Kansas City Renaissance Festival: […]
KC Southern Holiday Express Reservations Open Sept. 22
Santa and his elves are riding into Kansas City for a five-day visit on the Kansas City Southern Holiday Express train. The beloved holiday train makes a stop at Union Station December 14-18 for walk-through tours, walk-around visits and photo opps. This year, Holiday Express includes Rudy the smiling tank engine and cars with intricate displays […]
Legends Outlet Christmas Tree Light Show & Holiday Happenings
It’s the most wonderful time of the year. Legends Outlet is not hosting its annual Legendary Tree Lighting ceremony, but the center does have plenty of other holiday activities planned. Here is a look atLegends Outlet holiday fun activities and events. Christmas Tree Light Show Nov. 20 – Dec. 31 Enjoy the 45-foot Christmas tree […]
Worlds of Fun Winterfest
Worlds of Fun Winterfest will return in 2021! Make holiday memories with your friends and family at Worlds of Fun Winterfest from Nov. 23,-31 2019. On select nights this season, the park pulls out all the stops to become one of Kansas City’s most amazing holiday wonderlands. Worlds of Fun Winterfest Fun There are plenty […]
Kansas City Christmas Tree and Holiday Lighting Ceremonies
Can you believe it’s time for Christmas tree and holiday lighting ceremonies in Kansas City? We’re putting them all in one place again to make it easier to find the ones you want to go see. There’s everything from the Plaza Lighting Ceremony, the Mayor’s Christmas Tree Lighting at Crown Center, the Holiday Kickoff at […]
Lee’s Summit: Mayor’s Tree Lighting and Santa
The mayor of Lee’s Summit flips the switch on holiday fun Friday, Nov. 22, 2019 as he lights up Downtown Lee’s Summit for the holidays at 6 p.m. Join the FREE Mayor’s Tree Lighting event at Howard Station Park. Activities include: FREE cookies Choir performances A visit from Santa Many shops and restaurants will be […]
Independence Square Open House and Holiday Lighting Ceremony
The Independence Square Association is hosting two festive events to help ring in the holiday season this year. A Holiday Open House will be held Nov. 8 and 9, 2019. Hours will vary by stores, but you can expect to find holiday decor and unique gifts for special people in your life. Some stores will […]
Leawood Holiday Lighting Ceremony
Leawood City Hall will be illuminated on Monday, Nov. 18, 2019 as part of the 22nd Annual Holiday Ceremony in Leawood. This is a FREE community event with festive refreshments entertainment and holiday carolers. The event starts at 6 p.m. Feeling festive? Check out our other holiday posts: Kansas City Christmas Tree and Holiday Lighting […]
FREE Holiday Kickoff and Indoor Lighting Ceremony at Union Station
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 […]
