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Last updated: November 11, 2024

Eager for holiday magic in Salina? Check out our guide for all the festive happenings! Whether you're a familiar face or a new visitor, this guide ensures you experience the holiday charm in Salina.

Popular events this season include the enchanting Ballet Salina & Salina Symphony Present The Nutcracker, featuring stunning choreography and beautiful music that brings the classic tale to life. Another highlight is the Cider Days Festival, known for its delightful local vendors and seasonal treats. And the Salina Symphony Presents Lights, Camera, Cabaret is something you definitely don't want to miss, showcasing a blend of film music and live performance. See more details on these and other fun events and activities below!

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Salina Holiday Light Displays

What to Expect:

Historic mansion tours and decorated Christmas trees.

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Explore Abilene's festive atmosphere during Cowtown Christmas, featuring a 47th Annual Homes for the Holidays tour, Old Fashioned Christmas at Dickinson County Historical Society, and a Cowboy Christmas at Old Abilene Town. Enjoy beautifully decorated Christmas trees, ride the Cowtown Santa Express, and witness a live holiday production at Great Plains Theatre. The event also includes a Cowtown Christmas Light Showdown and opportunities to see Santa.

Where: Abilene | More Info: Cowtown Christmas

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Salina Holiday Shows and Entertainment

What to Expect:

World-class ballet performance with orchestral accompaniment.

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Piotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky's timeless ballet, The Nutcracker, brings a classic story to life with Ballet Salina and the Salina Symphony. This beloved tale of a young girl's Christmas Eve dream is a heartwarming experience for the whole family.

Where: Salina | More Info: Ballet Salina & Salina Symphony Present The Nutcracker

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Genre-defying works combining jazz and cabaret.

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The Salina Symphony presents a high-energy performance blending jazz and cabaret music, featuring Tony Award-winning musical elements and new works by Kyle Saulnier. The show includes Kurt Weill's "Seven Deadly Sins" and John Kander's "Cabaret," with Janie Brokenicky and Alison Hiatt performing.

Where: Salina | More Info: Salina Symphony Presents Lights, Camera, Cabaret

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Harmonious voices and banter in a holiday concert setting.

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Straight No Chaser's Top Shelf Tour is a holiday concert featuring the captivating sound of nine unadulterated human voices, blending harmonious voices and banter to create a unique musical experience. The set list includes mega-successful holiday hits from their previous releases, offering a perfect balance of old and new music.

Where: Salina | More Info: Straight No Chaser Top Shelf Tour

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Live performance with a mix of classic hits and new songs.

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Barenaked Ladies In Flight Tour features the iconic Canadian rock band performing their eclectic blend of witty lyrics, pop harmonies, and melodic folk, accompanied by special guest Toad the Wet Sprocket. The tour showcases the band's extensive discography, including hits like "One Week" and "If I Had $1,000,000," alongside new material from their 18th studio album, "In Flight."

Where: Salina | More Info: Barenaked Ladies In Flight Tour

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What to Expect:

Rowdy comedy show about womanhood and motherhood.

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IMOMSOHARD: Ladies' Night is a hilarious and raucous show where Kristin and Jen dive into all things womanhood, motherhood, and friendship, covering topics like surviving marriage, fashion, and the tween-teen years.

Where: Salina | More Info: #IMOMSOHARD: Ladies' Night

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High-energy country-rock performance with a unique blend of life songs.

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Sawyer Brown is a legendary country-rock band known for their high-energy performances and blue-collar, grass-roots message through music. With over 6,000 shows and 24 albums, they have captivated audiences for decades with hits like "Some Girls Do" and "Step That Step."

Where: Salina | More Info: Sawyer Brown

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High-energy folk music with a mix of traditional and modern elements.

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Leahy is a Canadian folk band known for their energetic performances and eclectic blend of traditional and modern music.

Where: Salina | More Info: Leahy

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Community music performances and traditional holiday activities.

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Lindsborg Heritage Christmas features community music performances, visits with Santa, cookie decoration, arts and crafts, dramatic performances, and a bake sale in the 1904 World's Fair Swedish Pavilion.

Where: Lindsborg | More Info: Lindsborg Heritage Christmas

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Salina Other Holiday Activities

What to Expect:

Competitive and recreational volleyball leagues with standings and post-season tournament champions.

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Join Salina Parks and Recreation for officiated Women's and Coed Volleyball Leagues. Games are played on Thursday evenings for Women and Monday evenings for Coed, starting the week of September 9. Each night features two games, with a fee of approximately $225 per team for an 8-week session. Leagues are competitive and recreational, with standings kept and t-shirts awarded to post-season tournament champions.

Where: Salina | More Info: Adult Winter Volleyball

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Exclusive kid pool time for children under 8.

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Toddler Time at Kenwood Cove Aquatic Center is a designated time for guardians to bring their children under 8 years old to the kid pool, providing a safe and fun environment for young children to play and learn.

Where: Salina | More Info: Toddler Time

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