Affton Christmas Events & Things to Do 2025
Your complete guide to the best christmas events in Affton and surrounding areas
Affton celebrates the holiday season with Christmas lights and Holiday lights around Grant's Farm and historic Oakland House Museum, offering festive events and seasonal charm. Stop by the Holiday Lights at Grant's Farm or visit the Santa House at Oakland House Museum for family-friendly activities and photo moments. The area offers holiday attractions, community markets, and cozy seasonal activities beneath glowing lights, where local groups stage performances and vendors sell handcrafted gifts for holiday shoppers.
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Christmas Lights
19 eventsVictorian-era theme with miniature trains and floral displays.
Christmas Markets
12 events50-year-old festival celebrating historical holiday traditions.
Christmas Shows
7 eventsFive distinct holiday concerts by the St. Louis Symphony Orchestra.
Christmas Parties
6 eventsFestive luncheon with wine pull and silent auction
Christmas Activities
22 eventsMagical train ride to the North Pole with Santa.
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Holiday Flower and Train Show
(St. Louis)
Victorian-era theme with miniature trains and floral displays.
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St. Louis Symphony Orchestra Holiday Concerts
(St. Louis)
Five distinct holiday concerts by the St. Louis Symphony Orchestra.
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The Polar Express Train Ride
(St. Louis)
Magical train ride to the North Pole with Santa.
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Holiday Homecoming Electric Christmas Parade
(St. Charles)
Spectacular illuminated electric Christmas parade
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The Nutcracker by Saint Louis Ballet
(St. Louis)
Saint Louis Ballet's iconic holiday tradition
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Garden Glow at Missouri Botanical Garden
(St. Louis)
Over two million dazzling lights in an enchanted garden setting
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Affton Christmas Events Map
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Affton Christmas FAQ
The Oakland House Museum’s Victorian Christmas weekends are a highlight, offering festive decor, Santa visits, and a holiday gift shop. Affton also enjoys neighborhood light displays and seasonal gatherings, with larger events like the Ameren Missouri Festival of Lights easily accessible nearby.
Affton’s Oakland House Museum brings a Victorian twist to the holidays with historic decor, Santa arriving by firetruck, and family-friendly activities. The community also takes pride in its residential light displays, creating a warm, neighborly holiday atmosphere.
Residential areas throughout Affton are known for their festive home displays, especially along main streets and in family-friendly subdivisions. For the best experience, take an evening stroll through several neighborhoods to discover hidden gems.
The Oakland House Museum hosts a holiday gift shop during its Victorian Christmas event, featuring local crafts and seasonal treats. For more variety, explore nearby St. Louis markets, which are just a short drive from Affton.
Walking tours of neighborhood light displays are completely free and a local favorite. The Oakland House Museum’s event is budget-friendly, and nearby St. Louis offers free festivals like the Ameren Missouri Festival of Lights.
Families will enjoy the Oakland House Museum’s Victorian Christmas, with puppet shows, Santa visits, and cookies. Neighborhood light walks and visits to nearby attractions like the City Museum’s holiday circus in St. Louis are also great options for kids.