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7 Holiday Events Around Kansas City

December 14, 2021

Winter is a great time for the Kansas City Metro area. From holiday entertainment to spectacular light shows, the Kansas CIty Metro has it all. Journey out into the cold and snow and create beloved holiday memories with family and friends. Check out our favorite holiday events guaranteed to fill you with cheer:

1. The Plaza Lights - Nov. 25 – Jan. 9
   A Kansas City favorite, the Plaza Lights features spectacular light shows everyone can witness from their car, keeping warm from the cold and snow. Journey outside your car to take selfies at special light-filled spots throughout the Plaza.
   
   
   
   
2. The Nutcracker - Dec. 3 – Dec. 24
   Hosted by the talented Kansas City Ballet, The Nutcracker is a magical performance at Kauffman Center fit for people of all ages.
   
   
   
   
3. Crown Center - Nov. 26 – Dec. 31
   Home of the Mayor’s Christmas Tree, Crown Center transforms into a winter wonderland. During the holiday season Crown Center features an ice terrace suitable for skating, plenty of holiday shopping at unique boutiques and winter-themed entertainment at the Grand Theater and MTH Theater.
    
   
   
4. Union Station - Nov. 26 – Dec. 27
   Travel to Union Station to celebrate the holidays indoors. Enjoy stunning lights and the largest indoor holiday tree to holiday-themed plays and performances and mini train rides.
   
   
   
   
5. Luminary Walk - Dec. 3-4, 9-11 & 16-18
   Hosted at the Overland Park Arboretum & Botanical Gardens in Kansas, enjoy a holiday-light filled stroll along the arboretum. Witness the Children’s Garden, special Gnome and Fairy Villages, musical performances and even visit Santa, all under thousands of twinkling lights.
   
   
   
   
6. Merry Market - Nov. 27 – Dec. 19
   If shopping is more your thing, check out the Merry Market at the City Market on 5th and Walnut. Support local businesses and shop for holiday gifts, enjoy street food and holiday drinks and be entertained underneath holiday lights.
   
   
   
   
7. A Christmas Carol - Nov. 19 – Dec. 26
   Gather all your loved ones for the annual performance of A Christmas Carol by the Kansas City Repertory Theatre. Witness this classic by Charles Dickens and create unique holiday memories.
   
   
   
   

The best thing about all these winter festivities? They’re all close to Inspired Homes’ various communities. Inspired Homes provides communities close to Kansas City to ensure that you’re never too far from all the holiday fun.