Mayor's Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony
Gather to witness the illumination of one of the nation's largest Christmas trees, a long-standing Kansas City holiday tradition. The ceremony features a musical performance by the youth Chorus KC alongside remarks from Crown Center leadership and the Mayor. The celebration concludes with an evening fireworks finale.
Fri, Nov 27, 2026 Free admission.
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Hours
6:00 p.m.
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Tips & Advice
- Arrive ready for the ceremony's 30-minute program, which includes a tree illumination, youth chorus, remarks and fireworks.
- Stay for the fireworks finale, which concludes the tree-lighting ceremony.
- If you want to see the separate Hallmark Christmas Experience lightings, note that they are scheduled on Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays.
- Crown Center's commemorative tree ornaments are available from Customer Service in the Crown Center Shops beginning on the ceremony date.
Special Events & Promotions
- Free admission to the ceremony.
- The ceremony concludes with a fireworks finale.
- Separate Hallmark Christmas Experience tree lightings with light shows and special guests take place Fridays and Saturdays.
- Separate Hallmark Christmas Experience tree lightings with light shows and special guests take place Sundays.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is the tree-lighting ceremony suitable for families?
The ceremony features a youth chorus performance, remarks from Crown Center leadership and the Mayor, and a fireworks finale.
What happens during the ceremony?
The Mayor's Christmas Tree is illuminated, Youth Chorus KC performs, Crown Center President Stacey Paine and Mayor Lucas give remarks, and the event ends with fireworks.
How long should I allow for the ceremony?
The ceremony lasts 30 minutes.
Are there other tree-lighting opportunities during the Hallmark Christmas Experience?
Yes. Separate from the ceremony, nightly tree lightings with light shows and special guests take place Fridays and Saturdays, and on Sundays.
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