The holidays are here, Prairie Village! Dive into our guide for all the top festive events. Whether you're a Prairie Village insider or an outsider looking in, this guide helps you embrace the festive spirit.
Popular Events: This season, the Evergy Plaza Lights will illuminate the nights with dazzling displays, creating a magical atmosphere for all ages. Rich in tradition, the Country Club Plaza Holiday Lights feature stunning decorations that transform the area into a winter wonderland. And definitely don't forget the Union Station Holiday Reflections, where breathtaking light shows reflect the joy of the season. See more details on these and other fun events and activities below!
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Top Holiday Events In and Around Prairie Village
- Evergy Plaza Lights (Kansas City)
- Country Club Plaza Holiday Lights (Kansas City)
- Union Station Holiday Reflections (Kansas City)
- Crown Center Ice Terrace (Kansas City)
- Christmas in the Park (Kansas City)
- Winter Magic at Cliff Drive (Kansas City)
- Cowtown Christmas (Abilene)
- Festival of Lights & Lighted Christmas Parade (Yates Center)
- Mayor’s Holiday Festival at Thompson Park (Overland Park)
- Holiday Sip and Shop at Downtown OP (Overland Park)
See these and even more events listed below!
Prairie Village Holiday Light Displays
Evergy Plaza Lights
What to Expect:
Synchronized lighting display on historic marketplace buildings.
Description:
The Evergy Plaza Lights is a 15-block holiday spectacle on the Country Club Plaza in Kansas City, featuring thousands of glimmering, jewel-colored lights that accentuate every dome, tower, and window of the Spanish-inspired shopping district.
Where: Kansas City | More Info: Evergy Plaza Lights
Country Club Plaza Holiday Lights
What to Expect:
Synchronized lighting of historic marketplace buildings.
Description:
The Country Club Plaza in Kansas City features a spectacular holiday light display spanning 15 blocks, showcasing thousands of jewel-colored lights on Spanish-inspired buildings.
Where: Kansas City | More Info: Country Club Plaza Holiday Lights
Christmas in the Park
What to Expect:
Spectacular light and display show with over one million lights.
Description:
This event features over one million lights and 200 animated displays, all designed and built in-house by talented crews. The drive-through display begins at the Frank White Jr., Softball Complex and winds through Longview Campground, benefiting 35 local charities with voluntary exit donations.
Where: Kansas City | More Info: Christmas in the Park
Winter Magic at Cliff Drive
What to Expect:
Twice the lights in a new Northland location.
Description:
Winter Magic at Cliff Drive features a dazzling one-mile drive with breathtaking, upgraded light displays and festive music, making it a standout holiday tradition in Kansas City.
Where: Kansas City | More Info: Winter Magic at Cliff Drive
Festival of Lights & Lighted Christmas Parade
What to Expect:
Santa & Grinch photos and local activities.
Description:
The Festival of Lights & Lighted Christmas Parade in Yates Center, Kansas, features Santa & Grinch photos, activities by local organizations, and a stunning lighted Christmas parade through the historic town square.
Where: Yates Center | More Info: Festival of Lights & Lighted Christmas Parade
Prairie Village Holiday Markets and Shopping
Holiday Sip and Shop at Downtown OP
What to Expect:
Wine tastings and holiday shopping in a festive setting.
Description:
Holiday Sip and Shop at Downtown OP offers a delightful evening of wine tastings, holiday shopping, and festive atmosphere.
Where: Overland Park | More Info: Holiday Sip and Shop at Downtown OP
Prairie Village Holiday Shows and Entertainment
Union Station Holiday Reflections
What to Expect:
Immersive holiday experience with VR sleigh ride and model trains.
Description:
Union Station's Holiday Reflections is a spectacular themed experience featuring sky-reaching lights, dozens of decorated trees, forest friends, and a model train gallery. It includes a mini holiday express train ride and a virtual reality sleigh ride. Santa makes special appearances, adding to the festive atmosphere.
Where: Kansas City | More Info: Union Station Holiday Reflections
Cowtown Christmas
What to Expect:
Historic mansion tours and festive rail rides.
Description:
Celebrate the holiday season in Abilene, Kansas, with Cowtown Christmas. Enjoy an Old Fashioned Christmas at the Dickinson County Historical Society, a Cowboy Christmas at Old Abilene Town, and tour the Historic Seelye Mansion. See more than 60 beautifully decorated Christmas Trees and ride the rails on the Abilene & Smoky Valley Railroad's Cowtown Santa Express. Watch a live holiday production at Great Plains Theatre and take an evening cruise to see Griswold-style decorations during the Cowtown Christmas Light Showdown.
Where: Abilene | More Info: Cowtown Christmas
Cocktails with Kris Kingle at Zephyr Kitchen & Bourbon Bar
What to Expect:
Sophisticated cocktail experience with expert mixology.
Description:
Join Kris Kingle for an evening of cocktails at Zephyr Kitchen & Bourbon Bar, featuring a sophisticated atmosphere and expertly crafted drinks.
Where: Overland Park | More Info: Cocktails with Kris Kingle at Zephyr Kitchen & Bourbon Bar
Prairie Village 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 52nd season of fun for all ages. Enjoy public ice skating seven days a week, with admission for adults and children 4 and older at $9, and skate rental available for $5. The rink is open from November to March, with varying hours throughout the season.
Where: Kansas City | More Info: Crown Center Ice Terrace
Mayor’s Holiday Festival at Thompson Park
What to Expect:
Holiday festivities with Santa, live music, and family activities.
Description:
Join us for a holiday celebration in Downtown Overland Park at Thompson Park. Enjoy live music, meet Santa, ride a children's train, and participate in various festive activities.
Where: Overland Park | More Info: Mayor’s Holiday Festival at Thompson Park
Miracle on 159th Street at BluHawk
What to Expect:
Live music and craft cocktails in a lively holiday setting.
Description:
BluHawk Miracle on 159th Street is a vibrant holiday event featuring live music, craft cocktails, and festive atmosphere.
Where: Overland Park | More Info: Miracle on 159th Street at BluHawk
Holiday Hay Ride at Downtown Overland Park
What to Expect:
Holiday hay ride through Downtown Overland Park.
Description:
Experience a festive holiday hay ride through the picturesque streets of Downtown Overland Park, offering a delightful way to explore the season's charm.
Where: Overland Park | More Info: Holiday Hay Ride at Downtown Overland Park
Brunch with Santa at Chicken N Pickle
What to Expect:
Family-friendly holiday brunch with Santa.
Description:
Join us at Chicken N Pickle for a delightful Brunch with Santa, featuring delicious food, fun activities, and a special visit from Santa Claus.
Where: Overland Park | More Info: Brunch with Santa at Chicken N Pickle
Festive Fun in Nearby Cities!
Discover Holiday events in hundreds of cities worldwide. Check out these nearby locations for more festive fun!
- Leawood (2 miles)
- Overland Park (2 miles)
- Shawnee (6 miles)
- Lenexa (6 miles)
- Kansas City (8 miles)
- Kansas City (8 miles)
- Grandview (9 miles)
- Raytown (9 miles)
- Olathe (13 miles)
- Belton (14 miles)
- Independence (14 miles)
- Lee's Summit (15 miles)
- Gladstone (15 miles)
- Raymore (16 miles)
- East Independence (17 miles)
- Blue Springs (19 miles)
- Gardner (20 miles)
- Liberty (21 miles)
- Leavenworth (27 miles)
- Lawrence (32 miles)