The holidays are here, Overland Park! Our guide will ensure you don’t miss any of the festive fun. From Overland Park old-timers to new arrivals, our guide is your key to a magical holiday season.
One highlight of the season is the enchanting Holiday Reflections at Union Station, where stunning light displays create a whimsical atmosphere. You'll also find the lively Evergy Plaza Lights, featuring a dazzling array of illuminated trees and holiday decorations. And don't forget Crown Center Ice Terrace, which offers the joy of outdoor ice skating amidst the festive backdrop. For more details on these and other fun events and activities, see below!
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Top Holiday Events In and Around Overland Park
- Evergy Plaza Lights (Kansas City)
- Holiday Reflections at Union Station (Kansas City)
- Christmas in the Park (Lee's Summit)
- Crown Center Ice Terrace (Kansas City)
- A Christmas Carol by the KC Rep (Kansas City)
- The Arboretum by Candlelight
- Festival of Lights (Kingsville)
- Mayor's Holiday Festival
- Enchant Christmas (Kansas City)
- Lighted Christmas Parade (Excelsior Springs)
See these and even more events listed below!
Overland Park Holiday Light Displays
Holiday Reflections at Union Station
What to Expect:
Immersive holiday experience with VR sleigh ride and model trains.
Description:
Holiday Reflections at Union Station features sky-reaching lights, decorated trees, forest friends, and a Magical Sleigh Ride VR experience. The event includes access to the award-winning Model Train Gallery and offers special appearances by Santa.
Where: Kansas City | More Info: Holiday Reflections at Union Station
Evergy Plaza Lights
What to Expect:
Synchronized lighting of historic marketplace buildings.
Description:
Thousands of glimmering lights illuminate the 15 blocks of the Country Club Plaza, creating a spectacular holiday display.
Where: Kansas City | More Info: Evergy Plaza Lights
Christmas in the Park
What to Expect:
Free admission with optional charitable donations.
Description:
Christmas in the Park features over half a million lights and 200 animated displays, all designed and built in-house by talented crews. The event is free to attend, with voluntary exit donations benefiting 40 local charities.
Where: Lee's Summit | More Info: Christmas in the Park
Festival of Lights
What to Expect:
Immersive light display with local art installations.
Description:
Powell Gardens transforms into a vibrant display of color and radiance with over 20 miles of holiday lights, featuring local artwork, photo opportunities, and cozy rest stops.
Where: Kingsville | More Info: Festival of Lights
The Arboretum by Candlelight
What to Expect:
Candlelit pathways with live music and gnome villages.
Description:
Take a serene walk through the illuminated gardens and gnome villages at the Overland Park Arboretum & Botanical Gardens. Enjoy live music, photos with Santa, and tranquil candlelit woods.
Where: Overland Park | More Info: The Arboretum by Candlelight
Enchant Christmas
What to Expect:
Story-propelled holiday light maze with larger-than-life sculptures.
Description:
Enchant Christmas features a world's largest Christmas light maze, unique ice skating experiences, and various festive attractions, including seasonal food, drink, and live entertainment.
Where: Kansas City | More Info: Enchant Christmas
Lighted Christmas Parade
What to Expect:
Spectacularly lit floats and vehicles.
Description:
The Lighted Christmas Parade in Excelsior Springs features beautifully decorated floats and vehicles illuminated with festive lights, creating a vibrant and joyful atmosphere.
Where: Excelsior Springs | More Info: Lighted Christmas Parade
Trip the Light Fantastic
What to Expect:
Unique holiday bike ride through extensive lighted displays.
Description:
Embark on a 4.5-mile bike ride through over 200 lighted, animated displays at Jackson County's Christmas in the Park.
Where: Blue Springs | More Info: Trip the Light Fantastic
Overland Park Holiday Markets and Shopping
Holiday Sip and Shop at Downtown OP
What to Expect:
Unique shopping experience with local deals and festive atmosphere.
Description:
Holiday Sip and Shop at Downtown OP is an event where local businesses offer exclusive deals and unique shopping experiences, complemented by festive atmosphere and holiday cheer.
Where: Overland Park | More Info: Holiday Sip and Shop at Downtown OP
Overland Park Farmers’ Market Holiday Market
What to Expect:
Seasonal market with expanded vendor space and additional parking.
Description:
The Overland Park Farmers’ Market Holiday Market offers a variety of fresh produce, local foods, and unique specialty items, supporting the community and promoting local eating.
Where: Overland Park | More Info: Overland Park Farmers’ Market Holiday Market
Mistletowne Market 2024
What to Expect:
Artisan holiday market with local fine art and maker goods.
Description:
Mistletowne Market is a thoughtfully curated artisan holiday market featuring local fine art and maker goods. It offers a variety of activities, including children's activities, baked goods, and live musical performances.
Where: North Kansas City | More Info: Mistletowne Market 2024
Holiday Kid Makers Market
What to Expect:
Young makers selling local goods.
Description:
The Holiday Kid Makers Market is an event where young makers under 18 showcase their handcrafted products, promoting entrepreneurship and creativity.
Where: Lenexa | More Info: Holiday Kid Makers Market
Holiday Boutique
What to Expect:
Unique holiday shopping experience with local artisans and vendors.
Description:
The KC Holiday Boutique is a premier shopping event featuring hundreds of vendors offering unique holiday decor, apparel, toys, and treats. Guests can enjoy festive performances, explore an interactive vendor list, and support local businesses.
Where: Overland Park | More Info: Holiday Boutique
Overland Park Holiday Shows and Entertainment
A Christmas Carol by the KC Rep
What to Expect:
Classic adaptation of Charles Dickens' A Christmas Carol with a rich cast and festive atmosphere.
Description:
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 and Jason Chanos brings the true meaning of the holidays to life.
Where: Kansas City | More Info: A Christmas Carol by the KC Rep
Sugar Plum Fairy Children's Ball
What to Expect:
Interactive ballet-themed activities for children.
Description:
The Sugar Plum Fairy Children's Ball is a holiday celebration featuring a three-course luncheon, face painting, and a photo opportunity with the Sugar Plum Fairy. Children enjoy complimentary photos and face painting, while parents shop at the Nutcracker Marketplace and participate in a silent auction. The event includes a performance by students of the Kansas City Ballet School and a reading of Clara's magical journey to the Land of Sweets.
Where: Kansas City | More Info: Sugar Plum Fairy Children's Ball
Tivoli Presents: White Christmas
What to Expect:
Classic holiday comedy with a grand musical showcase.
Description:
Tivoli Presents: White Christmas is a classic holiday comedy where World War II vets-turned-entertainers scheme to help a retired general with his strapped New England inn by enlisting their army buddies and a singing sister act to put on a grand musical showcase.
Where: Kansas City | More Info: Tivoli Presents: White Christmas
Overland Park Other Holiday Activities
Crown Center Ice Terrace
What to Expect:
Unique outdoor ice skating experience in downtown Kansas City.
Description:
The Crown Center Ice Terrace is Kansas City's original public outdoor ice skating rink, offering a 1- to 2-hour skating experience with admission prices for adults and children 4 and older. Reservations are required for groups of 20 or more.
Where: Kansas City | More Info: Crown Center Ice Terrace
Mayor's Holiday Festival
What to Expect:
Community-driven holiday celebration with live music and local vendors.
Description:
The Mayor's Holiday Festival in Downtown Overland Park is a festive event that kicks off the holiday season with live music, local vendors, and community activities.
Where: Overland Park | More Info: Mayor's Holiday Festival
Christmas Open House at Mahaffie
What to Expect:
Historic setting with holiday activities.
Description:
Celebrate the holiday season at Mahaffie with a festive open house featuring historic settings and holiday activities.
Where: Olathe | More Info: Christmas Open House at Mahaffie
Candy Cane Quest
What to Expect:
Interactive holiday activity for kids.
Description:
Join the Candy Cane Hunt at Centennial Park, where kids can search for candy canes before the Mayor's Christmas Tree Lighting.
Where: Olathe | More Info: Candy Cane Quest
Lawrence Old-Fashioned Christmas Parade
What to Expect:
Authentic horse-drawn carriage parade with garland and bells.
Description:
The Lawrence Old-Fashioned Christmas Parade features authentic horse-drawn carriages parading down Massachusetts Street, adorned with garland and bells, creating a cozy atmosphere perfect for the holiday season.
Where: Lawrence | More Info: Lawrence Old-Fashioned Christmas Parade
Holiday Hay Ride at Downtown Overland Park
What to Expect:
Community-driven holiday event with tree lighting and festive activities.
Description:
Join us for a holiday celebration in Downtown Overland Park, featuring a tree lighting ceremony, festive activities, and community spirit.
Where: Overland Park | More Info: Holiday Hay Ride at Downtown Overland Park
Gingerbread House Decorating
What to Expect:
Unique holiday activity with personalized gingerbread houses.
Description:
Create lasting memories with your child as you design and decorate your very own gingerbread house surrounded by twinkling lights and delightful decorations. Each child will receive their own gingerbread house to decorate with freshly made frosting and endless decorating supplies.
Where: Overland Park | More Info: Gingerbread House Decorating
The Great Candy Cane Hunt
What to Expect:
Interactive holiday activity with hidden candy canes.
Description:
The Great Candy Cane Hunt is an exciting event where participants search for hidden candy canes in a festive atmosphere, enjoying cookies and Santa's presence.
Where: Olathe | More Info: The Great Candy Cane Hunt
Festive Fun in Nearby Cities!
Discover Holiday events in hundreds of cities worldwide. Check out these nearby locations for more festive fun!
- Lenexa (4 miles)
- Shawnee (5 miles)
- Kansas City (9 miles)
- Kansas City (10 miles)
- Olathe (11 miles)
- Independence (16 miles)
- Lee's Summit (16 miles)
- East Independence (19 miles)
- Blue Springs (21 miles)
- Lawrence (30 miles)