The holidays are here, Sunrise Manor! Our guide will ensure you don’t miss any of the festive fun. For Sunrise Manor natives and holiday travelers, our guide reveals the city's festive treasures.
Popular Events: Step into a world of enchantment with the Kansas City Ballet's The Nutcracker, a classic production that brings the magic of the season to life with stunning choreography and beautiful music. Another highlight is the Kansas City Symphony's Christmas Festival, featuring a joyful array of seasonal favorites performed by talented musicians. And don't forget the Kansas City Repertory Theatre's A Christmas Carol; this timeless tale of redemption and holiday spirit is sure to warm your heart. See more details on these and other fun events and activities below!
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Top Holiday Events In and Around Sunrise Manor
- Kansas City Ballet's The Nutcracker (Kansas City)
- Kansas City Repertory Theatre's A Christmas Carol (Kansas City)
- Kansas City Symphony's Christmas Festival (Kansas City)
- Union Station Holiday Reflections (Kansas City)
- Evergy Plaza Lights (Kansas City)
- Merry Market at City Market (Kansas City)
- Strawberry Swing Holiday Market (Kansas City)
- Christmas in the Park (Kansas City)
- Winter Magic (Kansas City)
- Westport Christmas Market (Kansas City)
See these and even more events listed below!
Sunrise Manor Holiday Light Displays
Ethel M Chocolate Factory's Holiday Cactus Garden
What to Expect:
Family-friendly botanical cactus garden with over a million lights and holiday decorations.
Description:
Ethel M Chocolate Factory's Holiday Cactus Garden features over a million lights and decorations, offering a family-friendly environment where visitors can stroll through the garden, take pictures with Santa, and enjoy hot chocolate and snacks.
Where: Henderson | More Info: Ethel M Chocolate Factory's Holiday Cactus Garden
Evergy Plaza Lights
What to Expect:
Synchronized light display on historic marketplace buildings
Description:
The Evergy Plaza Lights is a 15-block holiday spectacle featuring thousands of glimmering lights illuminating the Country Club Plaza in Kansas City. This annual event is a cherished tradition that transforms the Plaza into a vibrant display of light and color.
Where: Kansas City | More Info: Evergy Plaza Lights
Winter Magic
What to Expect:
Twice the lights in a stunning new location.
Description:
Winter Magic in Kansas City features a one-mile drive-through holiday light display with breathtaking, upgraded light displays and festive music, making it a memorable experience for families and friends.
Where: Kansas City | More Info: Winter Magic
Christmas in the Park
What to Expect:
Free drive-thru holiday light display with 200 animated displays.
Description:
Christmas in the Park is a free drive-thru event featuring over half a million lights and 200 animated displays, all designed and built in-house by talented crews. The event benefits 40 local charities through voluntary exit donations.
Where: Kansas City | More Info: Christmas in the Park
Enchanted Garden of Lights/Rock City Gardens
What to Expect:
Immersive Santa experience with photo opportunities in the original home of Rock City's founders.
Description:
Explore Rock City Gardens' award-winning Enchanted Garden of Lights, featuring a festive holiday display with icy lights, Santa experiences, and unique shopping opportunities.
Where: Lookout Mountain | More Info: Enchanted Garden of Lights/Rock City Gardens
Sunrise Manor Holiday Markets and Shopping
Wadsworth Holiday Fair
What to Expect:
Unique handmade gifts from local vendors.
Description:
The Wadsworth Holiday Bazaar offers a variety of unique handmade gifts from local vendors, including artisanal cheeses, jewelry, and baked goods. Enjoy lunch and hot beverages in the bar provided by David Alan Catering.
Where: Wadsworth | More Info: Wadsworth Holiday Fair
Gold Hill Holiday Craft Fair
What to Expect:
Local artisans selling handmade goods in a historic setting.
Description:
The Gold Hill Holiday Craft Fair features local artisans selling handmade goods, including jewelry, wreaths, candles, and more. The event also includes heritage living demonstrations, military history encampments, and a variety of food vendors.
Where: Gold Hill | More Info: Gold Hill Holiday Craft Fair
Tivoli Village Nutcracker Night Market
What to Expect:
Holiday market with live music and unique gifts.
Description:
Join Tivoli Village Las Vegas for a holiday celebration featuring festive lights, live music, and vendors selling unique gifts and delicious treats.
Where: Las Vegas | More Info: Tivoli Village Nutcracker Night Market
Strawberry Swing Holiday Market
What to Expect:
Handmade goods and local artisans.
Description:
The Strawberry Swing Holiday Market at Crown Center Square features handmade goods, food trucks, live music, ice skating, and festive decor.
Where: Kansas City | More Info: Strawberry Swing Holiday Market
Merry Market at City Market
What to Expect:
Holiday shopping experience with local vendors.
Description:
Merry Market at City Market is a holiday shopping experience featuring local businesses and seasonal items.
Where: Kansas City | More Info: Merry Market at City Market
Westport Christmas Market
What to Expect:
Local artisans showcase unique, handcrafted gifts.
Description:
The Westport Christmas Market offers a curated selection of unique, handcrafted gifts from local Kansas City makers and crafters. Enjoy festive music, seasonal treats, and warm beverages as you explore the charming market stalls.
Where: Kansas City | More Info: Westport Christmas Market
Christkindlmarkt
What to Expect:
German-inspired holiday market with free admission and parking.
Description:
Step into a world where the aroma of gingerbread fills the air and the sound of carols warms your heart. The grounds will be covered in twinkling lights guiding you through charming booths adorned with intricate crafts and unique treasures. Lanterns, candles, and other German-European inspired decorations will make you smile. Enjoy famous glühwein and other amazing foods, drinks, and treats.
Where: Collegedale | More Info: Christkindlmarkt
Sunrise Manor Holiday Shows and Entertainment
Downtown Summerlin Holiday Parade
What to Expect:
Annual holiday parade with festive floats and Santa Claus.
Description:
Downtown Summerlin's holiday parade features festive floats inspired by holiday movies, dancers, characters, and snow, with Santa Claus as the star.
Where: Las Vegas | More Info: Downtown Summerlin Holiday Parade
Union Station Holiday Reflections
What to Expect:
Immersive holiday experience with virtual reality sleigh ride and model train gallery.
Description:
Union Station's Holiday Reflections is a spectacular themed experience featuring sky-reaching lights, dozens of decorated trees, and forest friends. It includes access to the award-winning model train gallery and offers a mini holiday express train ride. The event also features a magical virtual reality sleigh ride and special appearances from Santa Claus.
Where: Kansas City | More Info: Union Station Holiday Reflections
Kansas City Ballet's The Nutcracker
What to Expect:
World-class ballet performance with elaborate sets and costumes.
Description:
The Nutcracker by Kansas City Ballet is a timeless ballet production featuring stunning choreography, lavish sets, and memorable music by Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky. This adaptation of the beloved Christmas story includes beloved characters like Clara and the Nutcracker Prince, set in a richly detailed Victorian-era backdrop.
Where: Kansas City | More Info: Kansas City Ballet's The Nutcracker
Kansas City Symphony's Christmas Festival
What to Expect:
Live symphonic arrangements of Christmas classics with special guests.
Description:
The Kansas City Symphony's Christmas Festival is a spectacular holiday celebration featuring lush symphonic arrangements of Christmas classics, fresh versions of favorite carols, and many melodic surprises. Join the Symphony and Chorus for enchanting performances, including exciting special guests like an early visit from Santa Claus.
Where: Kansas City | More Info: Kansas City Symphony's Christmas Festival
Kansas City Repertory Theatre's A Christmas Carol
What to Expect:
Classic adaptation of Charles Dickens' A Christmas Carol with a cast of beloved characters.
Description:
Join Ebenezer Scrooge on his redemptive journey with Christmas Past, Present, and Future. Meet the Cratchits, Tiny Tim, and the Fezziwigs, and hear the haunting and joyous Candlelight Carol. Rediscover the true meaning of the holidays in this classic adaptation of Charles Dickens' beloved tale.
Where: Kansas City | More Info: Kansas City Repertory Theatre's A Christmas Carol
A Magical Cirque Christmas
What to Expect:
World-class circus artists defy gravity with mesmerizing acrobatic feats.
Description:
A variety show featuring world-class acrobats, contortionists, and aerialists performing to your favorite holiday music, filled with nostalgia, charm, and awe-inspiring performances for all ages.
Where: Chattanooga | More Info: A Magical Cirque Christmas
Sunrise Manor Other Holiday Activities
Magical Forest at Opportunity Village
What to Expect:
Supports people with disabilities through fundraising.
Description:
The Magical Forest at Opportunity Village is a 2.5-acre theme park featuring millions of sparkling lights, exciting rides, great food, and holiday treats. Visitors can enjoy rides, 8-hole golf, nightly entertainment, and midway carnival games. The event supports programs and services for over 3,000 people with disabilities.
Where: Las Vegas | More Info: Magical Forest at Opportunity Village
Ice on the Landing/First Horizon Pavilion
What to Expect:
Unique outdoor ice skating experience with festive decorations.
Description:
Ice on the Landing at First Horizon Pavilion offers outdoor ice skating surrounded by festive decorations and holiday grandeur. The rink features modified schedules and special events like Skillet Curling Tournaments. Skating fees include rentals, and group discounts are available.
Where: Chattanooga | More Info: Ice on the Landing/First Horizon Pavilion
North Pole Limited
What to Expect:
Family-friendly holiday train ride with Santa visits.
Description:
The North Pole Limited offers a family-friendly holiday train ride where passengers enjoy hot chocolate, cookies, and storytelling as they travel to the North Pole. Upon arrival, Santa visits every car, handing out special gifts and creating a memorable experience for all.
Where: Chattanooga | More Info: North Pole Limited
Festive Fun in Nearby Cities!
Discover Holiday events in hundreds of cities worldwide. Check out these nearby locations for more festive fun!
- North Las Vegas (3 miles)
- Las Vegas (4 miles)
- Winchester (6 miles)
- Whitney (8 miles)
- Paradise (9 miles)
- Spring Valley (12 miles)
- Henderson (13 miles)
- Summerlin South (16 miles)
- Enterprise (16 miles)