Lenexa Christmas Events & Things to Do 2025
Your complete guide to the best christmas events in Lenexa and surrounding areas
Lenexa kicks off the festive season with bright Holiday lights and community programming around City Center and Farmstead Lane. Events like Sar-Ko Aglow Lighting Ceremony and Holiday Lights on Farmstead Lane create large-scale light displays while the Lenexa Candy Cane Hunt adds a playful family experience. Visitors can enjoy festive events, holiday activities, and lively parades plus seasonal markets and outdoor concerts that make Lenexa a welcoming place to shop, stroll, and celebrate the season with friends and family.
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Christmas Markets
23 eventsOne-stop holiday shopping with over 300 vendors.
Christmas Lights
19 eventsIconic 15-block holiday light spectacle
Christmas Parties
7 eventsChristmas karaoke fundraiser with a $500 grand prize
Christmas Shows
6 eventsA beloved holiday tradition featuring live symphony and professional ballet.
Christmas Activities
30 eventsMeet Santa and enjoy holiday treats
Editor's Picks (6)
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Evergy Plaza Lights
(Kansas City)
Iconic 15-block holiday light spectacle
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Trans-Siberian Orchestra: The Ghosts of Christmas Eve
(Kansas City)
Holiday rock opera with dazzling light and sound.
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Kansas City Ballet's The Nutcracker
(Kansas City)
A beloved holiday tradition featuring live symphony and professional ballet.
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38th Annual Christmas in the Park
(Lee's Summit)
Over one million lights and 200 animated displays, all built in-house.
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Union Station Holiday Reflections
(Kansas City)
Historic Union Station transformed into a magical holiday village
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28th Annual Winter Wonderland Drive-Thru Holiday Light Display
(Topeka)
Largest drive-thru holiday light display in Topeka
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Latest News & Updates
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- Win a Gift Card to Twinkle Kansas City Christmas Event Published: Tue, Nov 25, 2025
- Lenexa Holiday Farmers Market and Christmas Events Published: Fri, Nov 21, 2025
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Lenexa Christmas FAQ
Sar-Ko Aglow is one of the largest annual events, featuring a holiday lighting ceremony and festive activities. The city also hosts holiday markets, tree celebrations, and family-friendly gatherings throughout December.
Lenexa’s Sar-Ko Aglow lighting ceremony is a cherished tradition, with Mayor Sayers flipping the switch and Dickens Carolers performing. The city also celebrates with local tree lighting events and community markets.
Many neighborhoods in Lenexa feature festive light displays, especially around Sar-Ko-Par Trails Park and in residential areas near Old Town. Residents often decorate their homes with creative holiday themes.
Holiday markets and local makers can be found at community centers, parks, and special events throughout Lenexa. Check the city’s events calendar for upcoming craft fairs and vendor markets.
Sar-Ko Aglow, neighborhood light displays, and many holiday markets are free to enjoy. The city also offers free family events like tree lighting ceremonies and visits with Santa.
Families enjoy Sar-Ko Aglow, holiday markets with crafts and Santa visits, and special events at the Lenexa Rec Center. Many activities are designed to be fun and accessible for children of all ages.