Hallmark Christmas Experience
November 28 – December 21, 2025 (Weekends)
Nothing says “Holiday Magic” louder than Hallmark headquarters during the holidays. Stick around and enjoy ice skating at the Ice Terrace too.
Christkindl Market at KC Bier Co
December 6, 2025
St. Nikolaus Day Celebration & Christkindlmarkt featuring German-style markets with food, crafts, and seasonal beer.
KC Chorale – ChristkindlMarkt Concert
December 9, 2025
A Grammy-winning choral performance paired with a festive ChristkindlMarkt atmosphere at Asbury United Methodist Church.
Evergy Festival of Lights at Powell Gardens
Evenings throughout December 2025
Walk through illuminated gardens, large-scale light installations, and festive displays at this botanical garden event.
Holiday Reflections at Union Station
Daily through the 2025 holiday season
Indoor walk-through lights, decorated trees and giant ornaments inside Union Station, with great photo ops and kid-friendly displays.
Knights of Lights — Renaissance Winter Wonderland
December 5–7, 12–14, 19–24, 27–29 & December 31, 2025
A themed Renaissance Winter Wonderland with lights, entertainment and a special New Year’s party on December 31.
Plaza Lights — Country Club Plaza
Nightly through early January 2026
KC’s classic 15-block holiday light display is perfect for an evening stroll, shopping or dinner + lights.
The Nutcracker — Kansas City Ballet
Through December 24, 2025
A KC holiday favorite featuring lavish sets, costumes and a live orchestra — great for families or client outings.
City Market Holiday Weekends
Weekends throughout December 2025
Local makers, food vendors and festive holiday shopping every weekend leading up to Christmas.
NYE at The Temple — Kansas City’s Biggest NYE Party
December 31, 2025
A large multi-floor New Year’s Eve celebration with open bar options, DJs, balloon drop and big-stage production.
