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Holiday Events

Gallery of TreesGallery of Trees
Thursday, November 17, 20166:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Gallery of Trees is a fundraiser for Christmas on the River, a fun festive social gathering! The evening features a silent and live auction, dinner, music, awards, holiday spirits and more.   Click here to purchase your tickets for Gallery of Trees!
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catechismNovember 26-December 18, 2016

Starlight Theatre

SISTER’S CHRISTMAS CATECHISM finds Sister returning to Starlight after schooling audiences in Late Nite Catechism last January. This time Sister takes on the mystery that has long perplexed historians: What ever happened to the Magi’s Gold? In this holiday mystery extravaganza, Sister retells the story of the nativity as only she can. Employing her own scientific tools and assisted by the Starlight STARS of Tomorrow youth choir and a gaggle of audience members, she’ll create a living nativity audiences won’t soon forget. Suitable for all audiences. More>>

 

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Zona Rosa Town Square

Saturday, November 19, 2016 6:00 p.m.

Zona Rosa will kick off the 2016 holiday season with a special lighting ceremony to spotlight the large crowns hung above the streets, as well as the featured 50 foot Christmas tree in Town Square. The community is invited to this FREE program including the official arrival of the holiday Fairy Princess & Santa Claus!

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Jim Brickman

December 9, 2016

Jim Brickman brings us the sounds of the season in a one-of-a-kind concert event filled with lush instrumentals and soaring vocals. Hear new music, holiday favorites and hits like “Valentine,” “If You Believe,” and “Sending You a Little Christmas,” that made him the most charted Billboard® Adult Contemporary artist, earning him two Grammy® nods and four gold albums. With featured  

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A Christmas Carol

Nov 28th – Dec 24th 

Kansas City’s favorite holiday tradition is back for its 36th season, presented in the magnificent new Spencer Theatre! A ripping good telling of the classic story of Ebenezer Scrooge, the curmudgeonly businessman who requires the intervention of a few spectral guides to understand the true meaning of Christmas and life. Complete with lively musical numbers, ornate costumes, 

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Christmas on the RiverChristmas On The River

Friday, Nov 18, 2016  6:00 PM

Admission is free Our 24th annual holiday celebration is sure to create lasting memories for everyone in the family. Join us for live entertainment including Park Hill School District children’s choir, fun things to see and do, 

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Santa’s HouseSanta’s House

Friday, Nov 18, 2016 – Dec 23, 2016 5:00 PM

Come visit Santa at his house, in historic downtown Parkville. All proceeds benefit Boy Scout Troop 333.

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Your holidays aren’t complete unless you take a journey through Christmas In The Park, one of the Greater Kansas City region’s most beloved Yuletide attractions. 

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Zona Rosa’s Orange Wednesday will offer shoppers the chance to enjoy select Black Friday specials before other shopping centers and districts in the city.From 

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 mcikc_phototour13Plaza Lights

Thursday, November 24, 

The 87th annual KCP&L Plaza Lighting Ceremony will feature honorary guest Jack Sock to help “Flip the Switch” and usher in the holiday season on the Plaza. Sock, who brought home a gold and bronze medal in the 2016 Rio Olympics, is one of 

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_17holiday4_homealone_zpsv92dyxn6Mayor’s Christmas Tree Lighting

A true holiday favorite, this adored comedy classic features renowned composer John Williams’ charming and delightful score performed live by your Kansas City Symphony. Macaulay Culkin stars as Kevin McCallister, an 8-year-old boy who is accidentally left behind when his family leaves for Christmas vacation, and who must defend his home against two bungling thieves. Hilarious and heart-warming, “Home Alone” is holiday fun for the entire family! Tickets start at $40 for adults and $25 for children. © 1990 Twentieth Century Fox

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Mayor’s Christmas Tree Lighting

Friday, Nov 25, 2016  4:00 PM

The 100-foot-tall Mayor’s Christmas Tree, one of the nation’s tallest, is the centerpiece for an illuminating holiday celebration. Olympic skating champions Meryl 

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Breakfast With Santa

Saturday, November 26, 2016 8:30 am

Bring the little ones to Historic Downtown Parkville for a special morning treat – breakfast, music, crafts, merriment, and some quality time with Santa Claus! 

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Holiday Luminary Walk

Saturday, November 26, 2016 5:00 pm

Stroll down candlelit trails through the gardens and woods at the 17th annual Overland Park Arboretum & Botanical Gardens’ Holiday Luminary Walk

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Saturday, November 27, 2016 5 pm

It’s the fourth year but with new features including lots of animation. The 38-minute show is synchronized with music. Tune in to 90.5 Rose FM 

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Ameristar Casino

November 28 – December 22

Celebrate the holidays by enjoying a traditional Afternoon Tea service in the Train Car inside 

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Gallery of Trees

Friday, December 2nd

Experience the wonder of the season at Kansas City’s holiday tradition, Santa’s Wonderland

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The Santaland Diaries

David Sedaris’ hysterical tale of elfin’ woe is a hilarious send-up of his brief, misguided career as a Macy’s elf.  Last year’s hit production returns, featuring a hilarious score of twisted holiday favorites against the twisted landscape of Sedaris’s unmatched wit. The Santaland Diaries skewers our sentimental love of all things Christmas—in a production that has become a beloved part of KC Rep’s annual celebration of the darker side of the

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Magic Tree

Saturday, November 30, 2016 7 pm

Last year’s lighting offered sentiments of hope, goodness, peace and love as visitors took time to provide handwritten notes of thanks and take 

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2011-tree-lightingBrookside Tree Lighting

Thursday, December 1, 2016 6 pm

We will light up Brookside to celebrate the holiday season on Thursday, December 1 at 6 p.m. with the annual tree lighting ceremony.

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dazzlekc_226_141213-2Downtown Dazzle

Saturday, December 2-4, 2016

Let the season inspire you. From dazzling light displays to merry tours, December in downtown Kansas City is the ultimate destination. That’s how

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image006The Nutcracker
December, 3- 24, 2016
Guests can have their photo taken with one of the characters from The Nutcracker one hour before and immediately after each performance in the Brandmeyer Great Hall at the Kauffman Center. These $20.00 photos benefit Kansas City Ballet 

 

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Tuesday, December 6, 2016

Join us when the Mayor throws the switch that lights this very special Christmas Tree just outside 
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Luminary Walk

Stroll down candlelit trails through the gardens and woods at the 17th annual Overland Park Arboretum & Botanical Gardens’ Holiday Luminary Walk

This major fundraiser features a mile of candles, holiday lights, live entertainment, Santa Claus,
 
 
 
 
 

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Saturday, December 10, 2016

Star Wars Night

Missouri Mavericks vs Tulsa Oilers   7:05 PM

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Saturday, Dec 17, 2016

Teddy Bear Toss

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