Raytown Christmas Events & Things to Do 2025
Your complete guide to the best christmas events in Raytown and surrounding areas
Raytown MO welcomes the festive season with community-centered festive events and seasonal decorations around the Raytown Town Center and local parks, featuring Christmas at Resurrection and neighborhood Christmas markets. The streets shimmer with Christmas lights as families gather for music, shopping, and performances. Expect family fun, seasonal activities, and local vendors selling handcrafted gifts that add warmth and character to the holiday season.
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Christmas Markets
20 eventsKansas City's original outdoor, European-style Christmas market.
Christmas Lights
16 eventsIconic 15-block holiday light spectacle
Christmas Shows
6 eventsHoliday rock opera with dazzling light and sound.
Christmas Parties
6 eventsChristmas karaoke fundraiser with a $500 grand prize
Christmas Activities
28 eventsMajestic musical retelling of the Christmas story
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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Christmas at Resurrection
(Kansas City)
Majestic musical retelling of the Christmas story
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Raytown Christmas FAQ
The Holiday Tree Lighting Ceremony and the Gaither Homecoming Christmas Tour are among the most popular annual events in Raytown, drawing families and visitors each December.
Raytown’s tree lighting at Raytown Water Co and its community-focused holiday events are cherished traditions that bring neighbors together each year.
Many neighborhoods throughout Raytown feature festive displays, with some residential areas especially known for their holiday lights and decorations.
Christmas markets and local makers can be found at community events, churches, and seasonal fairs throughout Raytown, especially during December.
Free activities include the tree lighting ceremony, neighborhood light displays, and many local holiday markets. These events offer festive fun without a high price tag.
Families with kids enjoy the tree lighting, holiday music events, and family-friendly markets with crafts and activities designed for children.