Last updated: November 11, 2024
Prepare for a holiday adventure in Hutchinson! Our guide has all the exciting festive activities. For Hutchinson locals and curious visitors alike, our guide illuminates the path to holiday joy.
Popular events include the enchanting Botanica Illuminations, where you can wander through a dazzling display of lights illuminating the gardens. The Kansas City Holiday Boutique offers a unique shopping experience filled with local artisan creations and festive gifts. And the Country Christmas at Fulton Valley Farms is something you definitely don't want to miss, featuring a charming atmosphere with seasonal activities and local produce. See more details on these and other fun events and activities below!
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Hutchinson Holiday Light Displays
Nights Before Christmas
- What to Expect
- Holiday celebration in a zoo setting with digital light displays.
- Description
- The Nights Before Christmas at Hutchinson Zoo features a spectacular showcase of twinkling lights and holiday cheer. The event transforms favorite zoo areas into extraordinary displays through digital enhancements, creating a dazzling light show that delights visitors of all ages. Enjoy delicious cocoa and cookies, and take a holiday train ride. Visit Santa Claus to share your holiday wishes.
- Where
- Hutchinson | More Info : Nights Before Christmas
Botanica Illuminations
- What to Expect
- Spectacular light displays with festive music and interactive attractions.
- Description
- Botanica Illuminations features over two million lights in 30 themed gardens, including a 62-foot Christmas tree and a Candyland walk-through. Enjoy choreographed light shows, visit Santa, and ride the Khicha Family Carousel.
- Where
- Wichita | More Info : Botanica Illuminations
Hutchinson Holiday Markets and Shopping
Wichita Holiday Shopping Event
- What to Expect
- Upscale shopping with diverse merchants and special events.
- Description
- The Wichita Holiday Shopping Event is an upscale shopping experience featuring over 120 regional and national merchants. It includes special events like Breakfast with Santa, Fashion Shows, and Bottomless Drink Jingle Bangles.
- Where
- Wichita | More Info : Wichita Holiday Shopping Event
Holly Jolly Gift Market
- What to Expect
- A gathering of local artisans offering unique, handcrafted gifts for the holiday season.
- Description
- The Holly Jolly Gift Market showcases a diverse array of local artisans and their handcrafted goods, perfect for holiday shopping. Visitors can explore unique home décor, ornaments, and artisanal food products, all while soaking up the vibrant atmosphere filled with storytelling and community spirit. It’s a destination for finding thoughtful gifts and enjoying seasonal delights with friends and family.
- Where
- Hutchinson | More Info : Holly Jolly Gift Market
Hutchinson Holiday Shows and Entertainment
Old Fashioned Christmas at Prairie Pines
- What to Expect
- Traditional Christmas tree cutting and festive holiday activities.
- Description
- At Prairie Pines, immerse yourself in an old-fashioned Christmas with activities like cutting your own tree, enjoying local school choirs, and participating in holiday festivities. Savor hot chocolate and cider, explore the Old-Barn Christmas Shop, and have your wreath custom-decorated.
- Where
- Wichita | More Info : Old Fashioned Christmas at Prairie Pines
Hutchinson Other Holiday Activities
The HoliDAZE
- What to Expect
- Customizable health and wellness journey through the YMCA360 app.
- Description
- The Greater Wichita YMCA offers special holiday hours and activities during Christmas 2023 and New Year's 2024. Kid Zones are closed on December 24th and 31st. Branch hours vary by location, with exceptions for Steve Clark and Hutchinson YMCAs. Pool hours and group exercise schedules are also available.
- Where
- Wichita | More Info : The HoliDAZE
Hutchinson Christmas Parade
- What to Expect
- Lighted parade through historic downtown area.
- Description
- The Hutchinson Christmas Parade is a festive event that kicks off the holiday season in Downtown Hutchinson. The parade starts at Avenue B and proceeds up Main Street to 7th Avenue, featuring a lighted procession sponsored by Ad Astra Radio.
- Where
- Hutchinson | More Info : Hutchinson Christmas Parade
Watson’s Christmas Express
- What to Expect
- Interactive holiday experience with train ride and Santa visit.
- Description
- Watson’s Christmas Express is an annual event at O.J. Watson Park where guests can enjoy a train ride to the North Pole, listen to a reading of Chris Van Allsburg’s The Polar Express, create fun crafts, and meet Santa while enjoying s’mores and unlimited hot chocolate by the campfire.
- Where
- Wichita | More Info : Watson’s Christmas Express