Immerse yourself in the festive fun of Belton with our holiday guide. Whether you're a Belton native or a new explorer, this guide ensures you experience the best of the holidays.
One highlight of the season is the Evergy Plaza Lighting Ceremony, which beautifully illuminates the town square with twinkling lights and festive displays. Featuring outdoor ice skating and a cozy atmosphere perfect for families, the Crown Center Ice Terrace invites visitors to glide gracefully across the rink while enjoying seasonal treats. And the Union Station Holiday Reflections is something you definitely don't want to miss, as it showcases stunning light displays paired with delightful holiday entertainment. See more details on these and other fun events and activities below!
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Top Holiday Events In and Around Belton
- Evergy Plaza Lighting Ceremony (Kansas City)
- Crown Center Ice Terrace (Kansas City)
- Union Station Holiday Reflections (Kansas City)
- Winter Magic (Kansas City)
- Christmas in the Park (Lee's Summit)
- Mayor's Tree Lighting 2024 (Lee's Summit)
- Holiday Craft Show
- Christmas on Main Belton
- Mayor's Holiday Festival (Overland Park)
- Candlelight Tour - Fort Osage (Fort Osage)
See these and even more events listed below!
Belton Holiday Light Displays
Evergy Plaza Lighting Ceremony
What to Expect:
90-year-old holiday spectacle with thousands of lights.
Description:
The Evergy Plaza Lighting Ceremony is a long-standing tradition in Kansas City, featuring thousands of lights illuminating the Country Club Plaza's 15 blocks.
Where: Kansas City | More Info: Evergy Plaza Lighting Ceremony
Union Station Holiday Reflections
What to Expect:
Immersive VR sleigh ride experience with 4D range of sleigh motions and wind effects.
Description:
Union Station's Holiday Reflections is a spectacular walk-through holiday village featuring sky-reaching lights, dozens of decorated trees, forest friends, and giant floating mirrored ornaments. The event includes access to the award-winning Model Train Gallery and a ride on the Mini Holiday Express Train. Santa's secret wonderland offers an immersive VR sleigh ride experience.
Where: Kansas City | More Info: Union Station Holiday Reflections
Winter Magic
What to Expect:
Twice the lights in a one-mile drive-through display.
Description:
Winter Magic in Kansas City features a one-mile drive-through holiday light display with twice the lights, upgraded light displays, and festive music. It is a family-friendly event with affordable pricing and a new location in the Northland.
Where: Kansas City | More Info: Winter Magic
Christmas in the Park
What to Expect:
Free holiday light display with animated displays.
Description:
Christmas in the Park features over one million lights and 200 animated displays, all designed and built in-house by talented crews. The event is free, with voluntary exit donations benefiting 35 local charities.
Where: Lee's Summit | More Info: Christmas in the Park
Mayor's Tree Lighting 2024
What to Expect:
Celebrating "Miracle on Main Street" with musical performances and special guests from the North Pole.
Description:
Join Mayor Bill Baird at Howard Station Park for the Mayor's Tree Lighting 2024, celebrating "Miracle on Main Street" with musical performances and special guests from the North Pole. Enjoy late night shopping, live window displays, and more in Downtown Lee's Summit.
Where: Lee's Summit | More Info: Mayor's Tree Lighting 2024
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Holiday Craft Show
What to Expect:
Free raffle drawings and hot cocoa.
Description:
The Holiday Craft Show at High Blue Wellness Center in Belton, MO, features over 50 vendors selling handmade products, including jewelry, home decor, baked goods, apparel, candles, skin care, wreaths, honey, and salsa. The event is free and open to the public from 9 AM to 3 PM.
Where: Belton | More Info: Holiday Craft Show
Belton Other Holiday Activities
Crown Center Ice Terrace
What to Expect:
Free skating on opening day with coffee and hot chocolate.
Description:
The Crown Center Ice Terrace is Kansas City's original public outdoor ice skating rink, offering a fun and family-friendly experience with admission starting at $9 and skate rentals available for $5. The rink is open daily, with special hours during holidays.
Where: Kansas City | More Info: Crown Center Ice Terrace
Christmas on Main Belton
What to Expect:
Fundraiser with hot dogs, raffle, and silent auction.
Description:
Join us on Main Street in Belton for the Mayor's Christmas Tree Lighting and Main Street Light Parade. This festive event is a fundraiser for the Belton Welfare Association's Operation Santa. Enjoy hot dogs prepared by the Lions Club, a raffle with prizes, and a silent auction. The parade will feature Santa Claus, hayrides, food trucks, and character sightings. The event culminates with the tree lighting at Fire Station 1.
Where: Belton | More Info: Christmas on Main Belton
Mayor's Holiday Festival
What to Expect:
Holiday celebration with diverse activities and entertainment.
Description:
Join us for the Mayor's Holiday Festival in Downtown Overland Park, featuring live music, Santa, train rides, hayrides, live reindeer, and more festive activities at Thompson Park.
Where: Overland Park | More Info: Mayor's Holiday Festival
Candlelight Tour - Fort Osage
What to Expect:
Historic holiday celebration with interpreters and seasonal activities.
Description:
Join authentically attired interpreters for a unique evening at Fort Osage, where guests will travel back in time to experience how holidays were celebrated in the early 19th century. The Education Center offers holiday-themed activities and seasonal beverages.
Where: Fort Osage | More Info: Candlelight Tour - Fort Osage
Festive Fun in Nearby Cities!
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- Raymore (4 miles)
- Grandview (5 miles)
- Lee's Summit (11 miles)
- Leawood (12 miles)
- Prairie Village (14 miles)
- Overland Park (14 miles)
- Raytown (14 miles)
- Lenexa (15 miles)
- Olathe (16 miles)
- Shawnee (19 miles)
- Blue Springs (20 miles)
- Kansas City (20 miles)
- Independence (20 miles)
- Gardner (21 miles)
- Kansas City (22 miles)
- East Independence (22 miles)
- Gladstone (27 miles)
- Liberty (31 miles)
- Lawrence (39 miles)
- Leavenworth (40 miles)