This Weekend in Kansas City
Friday, November 17
Looking for something to do this weekend in the Kansas City area?? We’ve got a few suggestions for you!
This Weekend Only
SIP & SHOP at KC Wine Co. - Olathe, KS
Saturday, Nov 18 | noon - 6p
Enjoy your favorite wines, frozen wine slushes and ciders and mingle with local small business owners!
HOLIDAY BOUTIQUE at the OP Convention Center - Overland Park, KS
Now - Sunday, November 19 | tickets starting at $14/person online | GET TICKETS
Discover holiday decor, apparel, toys, treats and more!
SHRINE CIRCUS at Cable Dahmer Arena - Independence, MO
Now - Sunday, November 19 | multiple show times | starting at 26/person | GET TICKETS
Enjoy watching the acrobatics, high-wire acts and death-defying stunts!
MAYOR’S DOWNTOWN LIGHTING CEREMONY in Downtown Excelsior Springs - Excelsior Springs, MO
Saturday, November 18 | 6p | FREE
Downtown will be illuminated on the Hall of Waters Lawn followed by the Lighted Christmas Parade. During the day, you can enjoy holiday open houses, the Mistletoe Market, the Hall of Trees and the Elf Factory!
Seasonal
WINTER MAGIC in Downtown KC - Kansas City, MO
Now through December 31 | opens at 6p | starting at $25/car | Kessler Park | GET TICKETS
One-mile drive-thru holiday lights display
NORTH POLE ACRES in Oak Grove - Oak Grove, MO
Now through the beginning of January 2024 | 5:30 - 10p | $20/car | GET TICKETS
Tune in to 87.9FM for this one-mile drive-thru holiday lights display.
LANE OF LIGHTS on Lover’s Lane - Excelsior Springs, MO
Saturday, November 18 - December 31 | opens at 5:30p | starting at $5/car
Drive-thru holiday lights display
CHRISTMAS IN THE PARK at Longview Lake - Lee’s Summit, MO
Wednesday, November 22 through December 31 | 5:30 - 10p(11p Friday/Saturday) | voluntary donations at exit
Drive-thru holiday lights display
ICE TERRACE at Crown Center - Kansas City, MO
Now through December 31 | $9/person | $5 skate rentals
Ice skating season is here! Lace up your skates and get out on the ice.
RUDOLPH THE RED NOSED REINDEER: THE MUSICAL at The Coterie Theatre in Crown Center - Kansas City, MO
Now through March 10, 2024 | tickets start at $5/person | GET TICKETS
GloWild at the Kansas City Zoo - Kansas City, MO
Weeknight now - Saturday, December 30 | $18-25/person | GET TICKETS
Follow a 1-mile trail of beautifully lit lanterns that wind around the zoo and take you through a variety of cultures from around the globe! Food and beverages are available for purchase.
SNOW GLOBE CHRISTMAS at Calaveras - Lee’s Summit, MO
Now - Sunday, December 31, 2023 | Reservations available from 11a - 9:30p | GET RESERVATIONS
Enjoy an incredible experience of dining in an actual snow globe! Be prepared for an insane amount of Christmas decorations and lights.
My Favorite Weekend Picks
CAFE EQUINOX - Overland Park, KS
SHOP LOCAL KC BROOKSIDE - Kansas City, MO
Always an Option
Chicken n Pickle - Overland Park, KS
Board & Brush - Lenexa, KS
TOP GOLF - Overland Park, KS
KANSAS CITY ZOO & AQUARIUM - Kansas City, MO
KIDS EMPIRE - Olathe, KS
PAINT GLAZE & FIRE - Overland Park, KS
Sports
KANSAS CITY CHIEFS vs Philadelphia Eagles - Kansas City, MO
Monday, November 20 | 7:15p | ESPN
Looking Ahead
KANSAS CITY CHIEFS at Las Vegas Raiders - Las Vegas, NV
Sunday, November 26 | 3:25p | CBS
KANSAS CITY MAVERICKS vs Wichita Thunder - Independence, MO
Friday, November 24 | 7:35p | Cable Dahmer Arena | GET TICKETS
KANSAS CITY MAVERICKS vs Wichita Thunder - Independence, MO
Saturday, November 25 | 6:05p | Cable Dahmer Arena | GET TICKETS
MAYOR’S CHRISTMAS TREE LIGHTING EVENT at Crown Center Square - Kansas City, MO
Friday, November 24 | 5:30 PM | FREE
There’ll be hot cocoa, campfires, s’mores, stage entertainment and the illumination of one of the largest Christmas trees in the nation!
WINTER WONDERLAND at KC Pumpkin Patch - Olathe, KS
Friday, November 24 - Saturday, December 23, 2023 | Beginning at 5:30 PM | $12.25/person online | GET TICKETS
A family holiday light experience where you’ll enjoy walking in a winder wonderland with photo ops, photos with Santa and “The Mean One.” Food, drinks and more are available for purchase.
HOLIDAY LIGHTS ON FARMSTEAD LANE at Deanna Rose Children’s Farmstead - Overland Park, KS
Thursday, November 23 - December 31, 2023 | 5 - 10p | FREE
You’ll park at the main entrance to view the light and listen to the music on 90.5 Rose FM in the warmth of your own car
LUMINARY WALK 2023 at Overland Park Arboretum & Botanical Gardens - Overland Park, KS
Fridays and Saturdays from November 24 - December 16, 2023 | 5 - 9p | $15/person | GET TICKETS
Take a walk along the lit paths of the magical gnome and fairy villages, Marder Garden and the colorful Children’s Garden. There will be musical performances throughout, Santa, train rides and hot cider.
ELECTRIC GLOW 2023 at Overland Park Arboretum & Botanical Gardens - Overland Park, KS
Tuesdays and Wednesdays from November 28 - December 20, 2023 | 4:30 - 8p | $10/person | GET TICKETS
Enjoy a more low-key version of the Luminary Walk to view only the electric lights. You’ll be able to wander through the lighted gardens and study the intricate gnome and fairy houses.
ENCHANT at Legends Field - Kansas City, KS
November 24 - December 31 | Beginning at 4:30 PM | tickets from $34/adult, $24/junior & $10 parking online | GET TICKETS
Weave your way through the Mischievous Elf light maze and help Eddie the elf find the missing toys! Enjoy the ice skating trail, village featuring artisan vendors and boutiques, visit with Santa and play in the Little Elves Play Place!
SAR-KO AGLOW LIGHTING CEREMONY at Sar Ko Par Trails Park - Lenexa, KS
Friday, December 1 | 6p | Ground Pavilion East of Rose’s Pond | Free
Listen to the Dickens Carolers, enjoy hot cocoa and coffee, and visit with Santa Claus while Mayor Boehm flips the ceremonial switch!
CHRISTMAS ON THE RIVER in Historic Downtown Parkville - Parkville, MO
Friday, December 1 | 5p | Free
Enjoy some of the best holiday festivities including local choirs, dance groups and musicians, photos with Santa, hayrides, train rides, kids crafts and parents lounge, dining, shopping, Christmas movies and more! Oh yea, don’t forget the fireworks!
TEEN FASHION SHOW at The Nelson-Atkins Museum - Kansas City, MO
Sunday, December 3 | 12-1p | Atkinson Auditorium | $8/Person | GET TICKETS
Check out beautiful fashion pieces inspired by artwork from the museum’s collection and created by local teen designers!
ACOUSTIC CHRISTMAS at The Midland Theatre - Olathe, KS
Tuesday, December 5 | 7p-10p | $21.50-$31.50/person + fees online | GET TICKETS
See Chase Matthew, Morgan Evans, Jackson Dean, Dylan Scott and Russell Dickerson this holiday season!
SUGAR PLUM FAIRY CHILDREN’S BALL at Crown Center - Kansas City, MO
Saturday, December 2 | 10:30a - 1p Children’s Ball | 2p The Nutcracker | The Weston Kansas City at Crown Center | Starting at $85/child | GET TICKETS
During the Ball, you’ll enjoy a three-course luncheon, a performance by the students of the KC Ballet School, silent auction, face painting, a photo with the Sugar Plum Fairy, and attend the performance of The Nutcracker at the Kauffman. This event benefits the KC Ballet School.
THE NUTCRACKER BALL at Crown Center - Kansas City, MO
Friday, December 1 | 6-7p Cocktail Hour | 7p Ballroom Opens | The Weston Kansas City at Crown Center | Black Tie | Starting at $350/adult | GET TICKETS
The Nutcracker Ball is a great way to celebrate the holiday season and support the KC Ballet School students. You’ll enjoy a delicious dinner, a performance by the KC Ballet School students and music and dancing by local band Kokomo.
DISNEY ON ICE INTO THE MAGIC at T-Mobile Center - Kansas City, MO
January 25-28, 2024 | Multiple show times
Tickets go on sale November 14.