Last updated: November 11, 2024
Discover the joy of the holidays in Olathe with our detailed guide. Whether Olathe is your backyard or a new adventure, our guide highlights the best holiday events.
This season, embrace a whimsical holiday atmosphere at Enchant at Legends Field, where stunning light displays and festive activities await. The Kansas City Ballet’s The Nutcracker brings a magical performance of classic choreography and beautiful music, perfect for families. And the Kansas City Repertory Theatre’s A Christmas Carol is something you definitely don’t want to miss, offering a timeless tale that captures the spirit of giving. See more details on these and other fun events and activities below!
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Immersive light maze and ice skating experience.
Enchant Christmas at Legends Field features a world's largest Christmas light maze, ice skating trail, Santa visits, and a holiday shopping marketplace with local artisans and festive food.
Where: Kansas City | More Info: Enchant at Legends Field
Specialty holiday cocktails and vineyard snacks in a festive atmosphere.
At Jingle Bar at KC Wine Co, enjoy specialty cocktails, vineyard snacks, and holiday tunes in a transformed Black Barn setting. Sip on Jingle Juice, White Christmas Sangria, and Mistletoe Marg, paired with crisp hard ciders and a variety of wines and beers. Indulge in pulled pork flatbread, margherita pizza flatbread, and curated charcuterie.
Where: Olathe | More Info: Jingle Bar at KC Wine Co
Intimate, heated igloo dinners available.
Stroll through a beautifully lit Renaissance setting filled with shopping, food, entertainment, and visits with Santa, Mrs. Claus, and Barbie the Christmas Elf.
Where: Bonner Springs | More Info: Knights of Lights at Kansas City Renaissance Festival
Holiday light display with Santa visits and hot cocoa.
Sar-Ko Aglow in Lenexa features thousands of colorful lights and festive decorations around Rose’s Pond, including a Grand Pavilion and visits with Santa.
Where: Lenexa | More Info: Sar-Ko Aglow
Synchronized holiday lights and music display.
Holiday Lights on Farmstead Lane features a spectacular light display at Deanna Rose Children's Farmstead, synchronized to holiday music. The event is free and open from 5:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m., with attendees encouraged to turn off their vehicle lights and enjoy the show from the parking lot with hot cocoa and cookies.
Where: Overland Park | More Info: Holiday Lights on Farmstead Lane
Synchronized lighting of historic marketplace buildings
The Evergy Plaza Lighting Ceremony is a 15-block holiday spectacle on the Country Club Plaza in Kansas City, featuring thousands of glimmering lights that illuminate every dome, tower, and window. This event is a local tradition for more than 90 years and includes pre-lighting performances and a fireworks display.
Where: Kansas City | More Info: Evergy Plaza Lighting Ceremony
Unique gifts and local artisan displays.
The Overland Park Christmas Craft Show is a holiday marketplace where you can shop for unique gifts, see works from local artisans, and experience inspiring holiday displays.
Where: Overland Park | More Info: Overland Park Christmas Craft Show
Unique holiday shopping experience with local pastry chefs' creations.
Holidays in Crestwood is a three-day event featuring special store events, live holiday music, and the return of Gingerbread Way, all benefiting the Child Protection Center.
Where: Crestwood | More Info: Holidays in Crestwood
Local artisans selling handcrafted items.
The Westport Christmas Market is a celebration of the holiday season featuring unique gifts from local makers, festive music, and seasonal treats. It's a gathering spot for friends and family to come together and enjoy the Christmas spirit.
Where: Kansas City | More Info: Westport Christmas Market
Unique holiday shopping experience with local artisans and vendors.
The KC Holiday Boutique at Overland Park Convention Center features hundreds of vendors offering unique holiday decorations, apparel, toys, and gourmet treats. Guests can enjoy festive performances, explore interactive vendor lists, and support local businesses.
Where: Overland Park | More Info: Holiday Boutique at Overland Park Convention Center
World-class ballet performance with elaborate sets and costumes.
The Nutcracker by Kansas City Ballet is a timeless ballet production featuring stunning choreography, memorable music by Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, and lavish sets and costumes. This adaptation of the beloved Christmas story, The Nutcracker and the Mouse King, includes a large cast of talented dancers and has received critical acclaim for its gorgeous production values and breathtaking performances.
Where: Kansas City | More Info: Kansas City Ballet’s The Nutcracker
Classic adaptation with haunting and joyous Candlelight Carol.
Join Ebenezer Scrooge on his redemptive journey with Christmas Past, Present, and Future. Meet the Cratchits, Tiny Tim, and the Fezziwigs, and hear the haunting and joyous Candlelight Carol. This classic adaptation by Stuart Carden, directed by Jason Chanos, brings heart and spectacle to the holiday season.
Where: Kansas City | More Info: Kansas City Repertory Theatre’s A Christmas Carol
Lush symphonic arrangements of Christmas classics with special guests.
The Kansas City Symphony Christmas Festival features lush symphonic arrangements of Christmas classics, fresh versions of favorite carols, and special guests including an early visit from Santa Claus.
Where: Kansas City | More Info: Kansas City Symphony Christmas Festival
Live music and diverse dining options in a lively setting.
Tinsel Tavern at KC Live offers a vibrant atmosphere with live music and a variety of dining options, perfect for social gatherings and entertainment.
Where: Kansas City | More Info: Tinsel Tavern at KC Live
Holiday celebration with diverse activities and entertainment.
The Mayor's Holiday Festival in Downtown Overland Park features a variety of holiday activities, including live performances, a photo booth, train rides, hayrides, Santa, live reindeer, and characters from Frozen. The event is hosted at Thompson Park and promises a delightful start to the holiday season.
Where: Overland Park | More Info: Mayor's Holiday Festival
Winter activities with exclusive pass holder perks and live music.
Snow Creek Christmas Fair features a variety of winter activities, including skiing, snowboarding, and snow tubing, with exclusive savings for pass holders and live music events.
Where: Kansas City | More Info: Snow Creek Christmas Fair
Hundreds of Santas running through Kansas City streets.
The KC Santa Dash is a festive 5K run through Historic Westport, Kansas City, where participants dress as Santa Claus and enjoy holiday treats, a long-sleeve race shirt, and a finisher medal ornament.
Where: Kansas City | More Info: KC Santa Dash
Unique outdoor ice skating experience in downtown Kansas City.
The Crown Center Ice Terrace is Kansas City's original public outdoor ice skating rink, offering a 51st season of skating fun. Reservations are required for groups of 20 or more, and admission includes skate rental for adults and children 4 and older.
Where: Kansas City | More Info: Crown Center Ice Terrace
