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Holiday Light Tours in Kansas City

The top-rated provider of Christmas light tours and holiday light tours in Kansas City. Book a fun and memorable night this holiday season in one of our luxury limos or party buses.

Book Your KC Christmas Lights Tour

We work with your schedule when we book your Christmas light tour in Kansas City or Overland Park, KS . Book early if you can, though, because we fill up fast! And keep in mind, you’ll want to make time for a whole evening of Christmas magic—downtown, the Kansas City Plaza lights, and much more.

Pick a Vehicle

You get your pick of our amazing fleet! No matter which ride you choose, you’ll get the same luxury experience in one of our holiday lights tours that you’ve come to expect from our car service. And (it’s really true) you’ll also have one of the best, most tenured local limo chauffeurs in Kansas City .

On the day of your Kansas City lights tour, your only job is to relax and enjoy! We’ll take care of the rest. You can expect us to arrive early, in an impeccably maintained vehicle, and then be available to assist you however we can during your evening filled with holiday cheer.

What to Expect During Your Holiday Lights Tour

Union station.

Your holiday lights tour begins at your own doorstep! From there we’ll take you to Union Station, the most iconic holiday spot in all of Kansas City. With its 40-foot-tall tree, hanging light display, and miniature train rides, the 100-year-old train station is filled with Christmas nostalgia and magic.

Downtown Kansas City & The KC Plaza Lights

After departing Union Station, we’ll pass the Mayor’s Christmas Tree in Town Center and drive through the Country Club Plaza to see the celebrated Plaza lights. Depending on the unique needs of your group, we can take a detour for dinner downtown or drive through the Deanna Rose Children’s Farmstead as part of our scenic tour.

Neighborhood Magic

Kansas Citians from all around the metro create stunning displays that aren’t always discovered outside their own neighborhoods. We’ve perfected our list of the best of the best neighborhood Kansas City lights, so we’ll spend the final leg of your tour showing you around the most breathtaking displays of Christmas cheer. And if you’re not a local, you might not be aware that our Kansas City neighborhood Christmas light tour is a pretty extraordinary one. If you’re lucky, you could spot a nationally-newsworthy Christmas light show in someone’s front yard!

Our Fleet for Christmas Light Tours in Kansas City

Your idea of holiday fun for your Kansas City Christmas light tour might just include you and your significant other. Or, you might have a bigger group in mind. Whether you’re planning an experience for your family, friends, or coworkers, we have options for you to choose from! You can choose a luxury sedan, SUV, Mercedes Sprinter limo for a small group. Or, you can consult with our group transportation services and book a Grech mini-coach or executive coach. Dream up the possibilities. We’ll help you plan a holiday lights tour experience that’s just right for you and your group.

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There are lots of ways to celebrate the holiday season even if that isn’t going to the Kansas City Plaza Lights. No matter what the occasion, we want to help you turn your event into an extraordinary experience. Need luxury transportation for a corporate Christmas party? Taking your signficant other on a romantic holiday dinner? We have you covered with the best vehicles and most experienced chauffeurs for holiday light tours in Kansas City.

About Our Local Kansas City Holiday Lights Tour Company

At Prestige Transportation, we pride ourselves in our first-in-class vehicles. Founded in 2018, our car service standards include meticulous fleet maintenance, too. With all the other demands on your time, our chauffeurs are happy to handle your trip or holiday lights tour in Kansas City. Go ahead, sit back and relax. Time is always limited, and hiring a limo service is one way to get some of it back. But most Kansas City car services don’t protect your time or the quality of your experience. We tailor ours to fit you and your life, so you can spend your time on what really matters. We are available 24 hours a day. Our local limo service always arrives earlier than your selected time for Christmas light tours in the KC metro area.

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Holiday Lights Tours in Kansas City

Hoping to experience the magic and wonder of Kansas City? Our vibrant city comes alive with some of the best and brightest holiday light displays in the nation! Among the most cherished Christmas events for locals and visitors alike, our holiday lights tour is a dazzling experience that belongs on every wishlist!

The Best Way To Enjoy The Holidays

Our spectacular holiday lights tour is perfect for a company outing, a family adventure, or a group of friends who would like to see the beauty of Kansas City while enjoying a tasty beverage! Enjoy our curated holiday lights tour that features all of the top spots, or customize your evening with a private tour in Kansas City to explore other exciting local lighting displays. However we can accommodate your group, our tours transform holiday wishes into magical sightseeing experiences!

I just want to drop you a note to THANK YOU and your staff for such a wonderful Christmas Light Tour last night! The van/bus with the facing seats was amazing and the 3 little girls (6 years old) kept saying how awesome it was 😊. It was so clean and comfortable and they loved the lights too. We all really enjoyed the bus/van itself…Karl, our driver, was AWESOME! He was very accommodating and so nice!! …As always, Agenda USA, provided exceptional service and we truly had a wonderful time creating memories with our families. Teresa Stewart

Why Choose Agenda: USA’s Holiday Lights Tour?

• A sparklingly clean vehicle
• Comfortable seating with legroom to spare
• Spacious windows for a better view of the Christmas lights
• A private experience that is designed exclusively for your group
• A magical evening!

Illuminate Your Holidays with Spectacular Light Displays

As the sun sets over Kansas City, our Holiday Lights Tours explore many of the city’s most popular installations. We visit top Christmas light destinations like Candy Cane Lane, The Mayor’s Christmas Tree, and other mesmerizing sights like Union Station and the Country Club Plaza – all of which feature new Christmas light displays each season!

We Can Accommodate Up To 55 Passengers

We know that it’s hard to exclude people during the holidays. That’s why our holiday lights tour can accommodate up to 55 passengers. There’s nothing better than spending time with the ones you love while taking a Christmas lights tour around Kansas City. We also offer 14-passenger and 24-passenger mini-coach options for smaller groups.

A Fun Way To Spend The Holiday Season

We offer small & large private holiday light tours in kc.

Our holiday lights tour of Kansas City is offered privately for both large and small groups. Our services for this private tour include being able to fully customize the tour to your liking. You can invite your friends and family for a festive evening or reserve a tour for your company outing. Either way, you can bring the beauty of holiday lights around KC to others by contacting us to schedule a private tour.

The Holiday Lights Tour in KC is Among the Top Christmas Activities During the Holiday Season

When considering bright and cheery Christmas activities this season, our heartwarming holiday lights tours have become a favorite for both locals and visitors from across the country for good reason! The holiday lights scene in Kansas City is a true spectacle that everyone should experience.

Whether you’re here to visit friends and family or attend an important business function with your entire team, we’ll help you arrange for a memorable holiday experience. Exploring KC’s Christmas light displays provides a wonderful opportunity to:

• Relax after busy corporate events
• Bond with friends, family, and colleagues
• Enjoy a romantic experience with a private night tour
• Explore the beauty & wonder of Kansas City when it lights up at night!

Contact Us To Book Your Christmas Events This Holiday Season!

Excited to learn more about the brightest Christmas light drive-throughs in KC? Our experienced team goes above and beyond with suggestions and ideas to help you make the most of your group’s Christmas lights tour.

Searching for other premier event services to complement your Christmas lights tour? Our event planners in Kansas City can help you orchestrate a festive social event, an elegant corporate occasion, and manage every detail of the Christmas event’s ground transportation , venue, and vendor logistics on your behalf.

To begin planning a holiday evening worth remembering, contact our leading Destination Management Company in KC for professional guidance today!

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Country Club Plaza Holiday Lights Helicopter Sightseeing Tour

November-January- Dates TBD Tours available 7 days a week from  5:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m.

Witness Kansas City’s favorite holiday tradition like you’ve never seen before on a Skybound Helicopter Plaza lights tour.  Buckle up in the best seats in town and enjoy viewing this spectacular 90-year-old tradition showcasing 250,000+ sparkling holiday lights lining the equivalent of 80 miles to accentuate every dome, roof, tower, and window of the world-renowned Spanish-inspired Country Club Plaza shopping district (aka ‘The Plaza’).

Plaza Holiday Lights helicopter aerial tours are available every evening from 5:00 pm – 10:00 pm daily. Up to 3 passengers per tour. 

Plaza Lights Tour Pricing Price listed is per flight, not per person

* saturday s only, *custom tour options available **prices may vary during peak times .

Tour Limitations

Please arrive 15 minutes prior to your scheduled time. We can not guarantee your flight after a late arrival.

All ages welcome- children over age 2 will need their own seat.

Max Seat Weight: 285 lbs.- Passengers will be weighed before flight.

Max Combined Passenger Weight: 550 lbs.

Max Passengers: 3

All tours must be paid in advance.

All flights are weather-dependent. Our professional pilots will make the final determination whether or not the weather conditions are appropriate for flight. Your safety is our first priority. Flights cancelled for weather will be rescheduled for no extra charge.

On occasion, helicopters will need unforeseen maintenance. If our aircraft become unavailable for your scheduled flight, we will reschedule your flight for no extra charge.

Cancellation Policy: Cancellations made more than 24 hours in advance may receive a full refund or reschedule at no extra cost. Cancellations within 24 hours will receive no refund, however the tour may be rescheduled for a fee of $75.

HOLIDAY LIGHT TOURS

The Best Christmas Light Tours in Kansas City!

Tours begin november 25, 2023.

COVID-19 and General Health Notice :  Seasonal illness plus ongoing COVID-19 cases are a concern that we are taking with great care at Boulevard Limousine. Prior to each and every holiday light tour and in addition to our normal cleaning procedures, our vehicles are disinfected with an EPA List N approved disinfectant. When you enter the vehicle you may notice a slight smell of disinfectant as a result. We are also only providing bottled water, no ice. Drinkware may not be provided unless drinkware is specifically requested. Prior to your tour taking place, you may request that your chauffeur wear a mask. Please make your mask or drinkware request at least 24 hours in advance for accommodation. Each vehicle has a supply of hand sanitizer available for use during your tour. If you have any questions about our processes to keep you safe, please call us at (913) 712-8375.

Escape the hustle and bustle of the busy holiday season with a chauffeured holiday light tour from Boulevard Limousine!  The perfect idea for a romantic date, a memorable evening with family, or a yuletide celebration with a group of friends and colleagues.

Do you remember when your parents drove the family around neighborhoods to look at Christmas lights and how exciting that was?  A Holiday Light Tour from Boulevard Limousine will help rekindle that childhood flame in you and excite the whole group!

Why miss out on the moments created throughout the evening because you are too focused on navigating crowded streets, searching for the next display.  Instead, immerse yourself in the twinkling holiday splendor on a chauffeured tour.  While we may not have a one-horse open sleigh, our heated vehicles will transport you safely through a Winter Wonderland allowing you to relax and cherish the memories being made with your loved ones, and without the “natural” horse aroma! 

Would you like an idea of what you might see on one of our holiday light tours?  We find the “animated displays” where the lights are set to some music are the best!  Here is an example of just one display you  might   encounter during your tour:

Private Tours

Our holiday light tours are great for families, friends or colleagues that want to get together and share in the magic of the Christmas season! Each tour is private so the only people that are going on your tour are you and your guests. This also allows you the flexibility is determining the best pickup location for your party. 

Due to the high demand of our extremely popular Christmas Light Tours and our desire to accommodate as many groups as possible, Because are Christmas Light Tours are so popular, we want to accommodate as many groups as possible. In order to accomplish this, ouOur most popular tours are approximately two hours in duration from pick-up to drop-off. Over the past 15+ years that we have offered Holiday Light Tours, we have refined to perfection

we have perfected our tours such that a two hour tour is plenty of time to see the best holiday displays that Kansas City has to offer without being too long that kids get restless or that a bathroom stop is a necessity.

Tours as short as two hours are available and, while short, still allow for the viewing of plenty of the Kansas City area’s best Christmas lights!  If you prefer to extend the yuletide gathering, our three hour tours are extremely popular and allow for additional festive displays.  Of course there are a few families each year that like to go all out with an extra long celebration of 4 or more hours allowing for plenty of time for the family to stop and enjoy dinner out on the town or allow the addition of even more displays!  Regardless of your desire for a shorter tour or a longer tour, we have got the perfect Christmas light tour for you!

Providing holiday lights tours for over a decade, Boulevard Limousine has become Kansas City’s leading Christmas lights tour company.  We have searched all over the KC metro to undercover the best displays.  Once provided with your pickup location, our elves work their MAGIC to find a route that will not disappoint.  Naturally your tour will include some of the classics we all know and love, but it will also feature multiple animated displays with light shows set to music that are really just over the top!  And of course if you have a must see display we can create a customized tour just for you that will incorporate it!

At the end of your holiday lights tour of Kansas City, you will leave filled with holiday cheer and wondering what magic went into the creation of some of the displays.  We often hear back from parents telling us that their kids rant and rave about how awesome the tour was and how they cannot wait to do it again next year!  And if that isn’t enough proof of us proving the best tours in Kansas City, each year we routinely have people take a Christmas lights tour early in the season then call to book additional tours that they can share with others in their lives because of how awesome and special our tours are!

Pricing for the Private Holiday Light Tours starts at:

*  Maximum number of passengers is the maximum number of passengers we will allow in the hired vehicle class. For some vehicle classes, this may be lower than the maximum passenger capacity dictated by the manufacturer of the vehicle, but we restrict passenger capacity for safety. For comfort in higher passenger count vehicles, we may suggest an actual passenger count be below maximum vehicle capacity.

**  the van terra executive shuttle is owned and operated by an affiliate partner of boulevard limousine..

Notice : We will not be offering any Holiday Light Tours on the following dates due to Chiefs home games: Sunday December 10, Monday December 25, and Sunday December 31.

Additional information regarding pricing :  Pricing above are minimums. Prices will vary depending on day and/or date of your tour. To confirm your booking, payment is due in full at the time of booking and no refunds are given unless we are able to rebook that vehicle for your tour. Select dates such as Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, etc. are subject to additional charges.  Pricing does not include gratuity or tickets to any “ticketed” displays should your tour include any such display.

To book your private Holiday Light Tour, call our office at (913) 712-8375.  Please keep in mind that the scheduling of any and all tours is subject to vehicle availability.  To secure the date and vehicle you would like, it is suggest that you reserve your tour as soon as possible.  Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays are extremely popular and sell out the fastest!

If you should have any questions about any of these tours, please contact us at (913) 712-8375 and a representative will gladly assist you in choosing the right Christmas light tour for you!

Thank you and Happy Holidays!

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Holiday Lights Limo Tours Kansas City

Experience the best holiday lights limo tours Kansas City has to offer.

Christmas Lights Limo Tours

At Exclusive Transportation, we take the joy of the holiday season to a whole new level with our private luxury transportation services. Imagine cruising through the beautifully illuminated streets of your city, sipping on hot cocoa, and listening to your favorite holiday tunes while taking in the dazzling holiday lights displays. Whether you're looking for an intimate limo tour or a fun-filled bus tour, we've got you covered.

Private Holiday Christmas lights limo tours in Kansas City, Overland Park and Olathe.

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Our fleet of limousines and buses is designed for luxury and comfort. You and your group will enjoy spacious interiors, plush seating, and climate control to ensure your ride is as enjoyable as the destinations themselves. Our vehicles are maintained to the highest standards to ensure safety and a smooth ride.

Our professional and courteous chauffeurs are not just drivers; they are your holiday tour guides. They know all the best spots for holiday lights displays, and they'll take you on a magical journey through the most enchanting neighborhoods. Sit back, relax, and let them handle the driving while you soak in the holiday spirit.

Best Holiday Christmas Lights Limousine Tours In Kansas City

The holiday season is all about creating special memories with loved ones. Our Christmas lights tours provide the perfect backdrop for bonding, laughter, and holiday cheer. Make this year's holiday season unforgettable with Exclusive Transportation.

Don't miss out on the opportunity to experience the holiday season like never before. Book your private luxury Christmas lights tour with Exclusive Transportation today and make this holiday season one to remember. From all of us at Exclusive Transportation, we wish you a joyful and festive holiday season filled with warmth, lights, and love.

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Kansas City's Holiday Light Displays

Just like its iconic jazz and mouthwatering barbecue, Kansas City has earned a reputation for its impressive holiday light displays. Before you go, take note of these luminous KC traditions that are sure to brighten your holiday.

Here’s how to usher in the season with these breathtaking displays:

A Tradition Unlike Any Other

A local tradition for more than 90 years, the Plaza Lights span 15 blocks on the famed Country Club Plaza , featuring thousands of glimmering, jewel-colored bulbs that accentuate every dome, tower and window of the Spanish-inspired shopping district. 

Read more on ways to experience the dazzling display this year.

Festive Holiday Must-Sees

Historic   Union Station   is undoubtedly one of the most festive addresses in KC .  Along with the return of the beloved Kansas City Southern Holiday Express train and mini holiday train rides to accompany, the brilliant Holiday Reflections walk-through village is back in the Grand Hall beginning Nov. 20.

Thanksgiving week marks the return of Christmas in the Park , a festive drive-through display in Longview Lake Park. A tradition for more than 35 years, the park is transformed into a delightful winter wonderland with more than a million lights and 200 animated figures. The event is free, but donations are accepted to benefit local charities.

Make your way to another mesmerizing drive-through display at  Winter Magic , opening Nov. 2 and featuring a mile of lights guiding you through Cliff Drive. Plus, Holiday Light & Magic in Bonner Springs offers its own fantastic light experience on the Kansas side of the state line.

For more sparkling sights, visit the KC Winter Wonderland at  KC Pumpkin Patch . Located in Olathe and featuring a walk-through path across the farm with plenty of photo-friendly stops along the way, the experience is available select nights beginning Nov. 24.

To experience a brand new display, head to Legends Field in Kansas City, KS. Enchant Christmas brings a mystical (and mischievous) encounter to the area, featuring a light maze, an ice skating trail and a holiday village where vendors will be on display for you to find the perfect gift.

Don't miss the Soul of Santa Christmas Tree Lighting , taking place in the iconic 18th & Vine Historic Jazz District  and at the Shops on Blue Parkway on consecutive weekends. And check out Parkville's Christmas on the River event as the annual holiday celebration lights the city up with live entertainment, delicious treats and the famous fireworks show at the end of the night.

The Center of Attention

Checking in at a lofty 100 feet, the Mayor’s Christmas Tree at Crown Center stretches higher than those on display at the White House and Rockefeller Center. The massive holiday icon sparkles with 10,600 white bulbs and represents the Mayor’s Christmas Tree Fund, which aids Kansas City’s less fortunate. Mayor Quinton Lucas and a special guest always flip the switch the night after Thanksgiving.

Celebrate another mayor's Christmas tree at Thompson Park in Downtown Overland Park , plus a sprawling display of lights adorning the Clock Tower Plaza in the heart of the neighborhood.

A few blocks up the road, several downtown buildings light up the winter sky for City Lights. The notable centerpiece is the front façade of the 22-story Marriott Kansas City Downtown , featuring a synchronized display of 30,000 bulbs and 16.7 million colors. This annual celebration of lights marks the return of The Salvation Army's Annual Christmas Campaign.

Seasonal Shopping Centers

Zona Rosa , a shopping district known for reviving several local traditions, spruces up its streets each holiday season for Northern Lights. Massive and ornate, several lighted crowns are suspended above the district’s busy streets, harkening back to a 1950s Downtown Kansas City tradition. Also in store for visitors: photos with Santa, ice skating and more seasonal festivities.

Legends Outlets Kansas City keeps shoppers in tune with its Legendary Light Show, as every 15 minutes, the sprawling shopping center will spring to life with thousands of dazzling lights synchronized to classic holiday songs. Other festive activities include a decadent 45-foot tree and larger-than-life Christmas ornaments sprinkled throughout the district.

Pick up the perfect gift for everyone at The Village at Briarcliff , one of the only locally owned shopping centers in KC. Come watch as this Northland shopping center comes to life during the season. 

Access more holiday resources to find all the ways you can celebrate the season in Kansas City, from stunning displays to shopping hotspots.

Holidays in KC

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The Holiday season is one of our favorites! Experience the best Holiday Lights that Kansas City has to offer in the comfort of a chauffeured vehicle.

The Kansas City Holiday Light Tours can be experienced at the following sites:  

• World War I Museum and Memorial (all season long!) where you will view the beautifully-lit Kansas City Skyline. Arrive earlier in the evening an experience a breath-taking sunset. 
• Crown Center (11/24/2023 - 1/2/2024) to view the 100-foot Mayor's Christmas Tree (one of the nation's tallest!) 
• County Club Plaza (11/23/2023 - 1/14/2024) where you can experience an impeccable view of The Plaza Area from a rooftop.
• Sar-Ko-Par Park (12/1/2023 - 1/14/2024) offers a variety of light displays, including bridges and trees. The walk-through park is one of the most popular spots to visit during the holiday season. 
• Union Station (11/20/2023 - 1/1/2024) will display its annual Holiday Reflections. Admission fees may apply. 
• Winter Magic (11/3/2023 - 1/1/2024) A drive-through Holiday party! The one-mile-long cruise through the Historic Cliff Drive (Kansas City’s first park!) is sure to be the highlight of the night. Admission fees apply. 
• And more sites!   

We offer both Limousine and Black Car Services for Holiday Light Tours in the Kansas City Area . Whether you are needing transportation for two or or more, you can count on us to help you make the most of the Holiday Season!

Curious about how long your Kansas City Holiday Light Tour should be? Give us a call and we will be more than glad to help you out. There are a number of factors that can influence how much time you may need, such as the number of stops, desired time spent at each site, the number of passengers, pick-up and drop-off location, etc. 

Our Kansas City Holiday Light Tours offer a one-of-a-kind experience. We can make your night even more special by helping you plan a birthday celebration, proposal, anniversary, or any other special, unique occasion! 

Give us a call at (913) 326-2924 to plan your night out! 

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Brighten your winter with this guide to Kansas City's holiday lights

From Bonner Springs to Powell Gardens and everywhere in between, the Kansas City metro is glowing this winter. Get lit with a holiday lights tour of the metro.

This story was first published in KCUR's Creative Adventure newsletter. You can sign up to receive stories like this in your inbox every Tuesday.

Fire and light have been part of festive holiday displays for as long as humans have celebrated winter holidays. For thousands of years, people have responded to dark winter nights with brighter and brighter lights, from resplendent candlelight to roaring bonfires.

The advent of electricity was a game-changer for holiday decorations. Perhaps not surprisingly, Thomas Edison is credited with the first strand of electrical lights in 1880, and his partner Edward H. Johnson was the first to add a string of lights to a Christmas tree in 1882.

But as the 20th century progressed, electric lights began their journey into seasonal and streetside ubiquity. Today, the average American household puts up hundreds of lights, with businesses adding thousands more.

Bright traditions

Kansas City has many iconic locations, transformed during the winter into megawatt wonderlands.

The Mayor’s Christmas Tree , one of the largest in the country at 100 feet tall, sits in the courtyard of Crown Center, scrumptiously decorated and just yards away from ice skating. The Mayor’s Christmas Tree Fund started in 1908, a charitable tradition that provides support for Kansas Citians in need. The fund is supported by donations and the sale of limited edition ornaments, designed by Hallmark artists and made using the tree from the previous year. This year, Kevin Strickland helped light the Mayor's Christmas Tree.

Legend has it that the impressive display of lights on the Country Club Plaza started when maintenance supervisor Charles “Pete” Pitrat hung a few simple strands of lights on the Mill Creek Building in 1925. Now, thousands of people show up for the lighting ceremony on the evening of Thanksgiving Day, which typically includes performances, speeches and local celebrities to throw the switch, while even more watch the live broadcast from home. This year, those official illuminators were members of the Kansas City Current soccer team.

Union Station , built in 1914 and reopened in 1999, has provided holiday entertainment of all sorts for decades. Currently, the outside is lit up blue and white in honor of Hanukkah, the eight-night Festival of Lights.

Last year, Union Station opened its first walk-through village experience in the Grand Plaza. Holiday Reflections returns again, with the Mini Holiday Express Ride-On Train (for children under 4 feet tall) and the newly remodeled and expanded model train gallery. In the Gottlieb Planetarium, you can learn about the natural lights of the season with showings of Sky Station Live Stars of Faith and, with a modern twist, a Holiday Magic Laser Show.

You can also learn about local holiday traditions of the 19th century with A Christmas Celebration at Missouri Town 1855 on Dec. 4 in Lee's Summit, and a Candlelight Tour of Fort Osage on Dec. 11 in Sibley, Missouri.

Winterland walks

Nothing makes hot cocoa taste better than taking a frosty stroll on a winter’s night. Wander the grounds of Powell Gardens during its fifth annual Festival of Lights , which runs Wednesdays-Sundays through Dec. 30 (with additional dates Dec. 20-21 and 27-28).

The Overland Park Arboretum & Botanical Gardens hosts its Luminary Walk for select nights in the first few weeks of December. With decorations along the paths and into the woods, this family-friendly event also includes musical performances and the intricately decorated Gnome and Fairy Village, created by Arboretum volunteers. The Arboretum also hosts an adults-only Candlelight Stroll on Dec. 2.

For the second year, the Kansas City Renaissance Festival transforms its Wyandotte County village into Knights of Lights , a walk-through experience with food, entertainment and activities. The festival is open Thursdays-Sundays, as well as Dec. 21-22. It's closed on Christmas but will have an extended show on Dec. 31.

Sar-Ko Aglow has its official lighting ceremony on Dec. 3, in Lenexa’s Sar-Ko-Par Trails Park . This free event includes cocoa and a visit from Santa. The park is lit nightly through Jan. 17, with free parking and no tickets required.

The Rozarks Luminary Hike , in its second year, illuminates a portion of the trails in Fisher Park on Dec. 13-18, for a free community event sponsored by the Rosedale Development Association. Flashlights are encouraged while hiking the non-paved, wooded trails, starting at dusk.

Neighborhoods and communities

Light displays can be a way for communities to share in the holiday joy, by actively creating spectacles or passively appreciating them. Both town squares and unassuming homes are transformed for the holiday season.

In Independence, Missouri, the homeowner of the Crysler Light Show added over 10,000 pixels to an already impressive display, now in its seventh year. When passing, turn the car radio to 100.3 FM for synchronized music.

Drive over to Johnson County, Kansas, to see a plethora of individual homes and neighborhood cul de sacs all decked out, including Prairie Village’s Candy Cane Lane , now in its 63rd year. Kansas Traveler includes many local sites and suggested routes.

Liberty, Missouri, hosts a Hometown Holidays celebration on Dec. 5 with a ceremonial tree lighting. While you're there, you can grab a Holiday Homes self-tour map. There’s also the drive-through Liberty Light Show at Pleasant Valley Baptist Church with live shows Dec. 3-5 and Dec. 10-12, and automated shows Dec. 13-23.

Historic Downtown Parkville hosts Christmas on the River with music, carolers, kiddie train rides, photos with Santa and more — including holiday fireworks — on Dec. 3rd.

Caring for others (and the planet)

These aren’t just impressive displays of organized combustion and randomized joy. Many of our local holiday light displays are a way to attract attention and raise funds for those in need during the holiday season.

Former Kansas City Mayor George Shelley started mayoral acts of Christmas charity in 1878, with firewood and baskets of food for those in need. It was a precursor to the current Mayor’s Christmas Tree Fund. Shelley funded and decorated his own tree (lit with candles, in the tradition of the day). Read more about that history from the Martin City Telegraph.

Last year, KC Parks hosted Winter Magic , a drive-through light experience in Swope Park. It’s back this year with an additional show, Holiday Light and Magic , located in Bonner Springs, Kansas. Both holiday light shows serve as official fundraisers for Children's Mercy Hospital.

All told, though, people in the U.S. use more energy during the weeks between Thanksgiving and New Year’s Day than some countries use during an entire year. But there are easy ways to save energy while celebrating the holidays. Using LED lights, timers or solar-powered holiday lights can help to ensure our festivities are energy efficient, too.

You can also combat increased light pollution during the holidays by turning off lights around 10 p.m., setting a timer, or choosing to light up only a few nights a week to allow the natural world its reset as well.

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Guided Tours of Kansas City!

Get acquainted with the popular sights and local favorites that Kansas City has to offer during our fully narrated 90 minute tour aboard an authentic, air-conditioned trolley with brass rails, bells and all!

Here’s just some of the highlights of what you’ll see, learn about, be surprised by and laugh about along the way:

• Union Station
• Historic City Market
• Crown Center
• Country Club Plaza
• The River District
• Historic Westport
• Sea Life Aquarium
• Historic 18th & Vine
• Downtown Kansas City
• Nelson Atkins Museum
• College Basketball Exp
• Power & Light District
• T-Mobile Center
• Crossroads Art District
• Jazz Hall of Fame
• Federal Reserve
• Legoland Discovery Center
• Vietnam Vets Mem Park
• The Mighty Missouri River
• Negro League Baseball Museum
• The Arabia Steamboat Museum
• Hallmark Visitor's Center
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One of the best parts about the holidays is the beautiful Christmas lights, holiday displays, and light shows around town. Christmas in KC is magical!  We want to make it easy to find light displays near you.

You can enjoy official tree lighting ceremonies, drive-through Christmas lights, neighborhood light displays, and other holiday light shows all over KC.

➡️ 🎄 🎅🏻 So, pile your kiddos in the car and enjoy together!

Do you know of a lights display we should add? Just EMAIL us all of the details! Our email info is at the bottom of this guide.

Christmas light displays are in no short supply this year; they’re all over the metro. Check out each area to find some near you! Explore holiday light displays, light shows, tree lighting ceremonies, and other light displays to create your own holiday light trail around town.

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Our Guide is broken up into different sections, so no matter what you’re looking for, we’ve got you covered. Then, explore the Kansas City Christmas Events with your family for even more fun! We hope you enjoy our Holiday Lights & Displays Guide, with 31+ holiday light displays and growing. If you know of other holiday displays not included in our guide, email [email protected] to be added!

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Bonner Springs, KS Christmas Lights:

Holiday light and magic **.

600 N 126th St.

When: November 16th-December 31st

The Holiday Light and Magic display features a gorgeous mile-long road filled with magical Christmas lights and animated displays. You can see elves, reindeer, dinosaurs, UFOs, and of course Santa scenes

KC Renaissance Festival – Knights of Lights

Queen’s Gate entrance off State Ave between 130 th  & 126 th  St Bonner Spring, Kansas 66012

Open now through December 31st on Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays

Fridays & Saturdays 5:30 – 10pm, Sundays 5:30 – 9pm, plus Thursday, December 21  

Tickets $20 for Adults, Children 5-12 $12, 4 and under are Free, Dogs $5 

Enjoy visiting Santa, Barbie the Christmas Elf, Sparky the Dragon and his many dragon friends while strolling through our quaint renaissance village.  Experience the wonder of it lit up at night including a lighted dungeon, pirate ship, maze and enjoy the shopping, music, food and more.   

There will be gift bags for all adults, children and even the dogs who attend Knights of Lights.  There’s even free Hot Cocoa for kids!  Want to make your evening even more special?  You can reserve a private heated igloo for a Feast of Lights holiday dining experience, or you can kick off the New Year at a special New Year’s Eve celebration. 

Kansas City, MO Christmas Lights:

Winter magic kc drive-thru show **.

1800 Cliff Drive, Kansas City MO 64106

When: OPEN EVERY NIGHT Now – December 31st, See Ticket Calendar  for Available Time Slots

* Closed during inclement weather.*

Cost: $25 per standard car or truck. Additional add-ons are available for $6-$7.

Don’t miss Kansas City’s premiere DRIVE-THRU Christmas lights experience !  Winter Magic KC is the longest light tunnel in the Midwest, so it’s a great holiday activity for families.

Nearly one mile of magical lights is set up for this drive-through Christmas lights display. There are elves working in the toy factory, spinning trees, elves greeting you at the gates & so much more to see!

It’s set up near downtown Kansas City, so hop in your car and head over for a night of Christmas fun.

Learn more about Magic KC & Buy Tickets !

Union Station Indoor Light Display **

Union Station: 30 W Pershing Rd. Kansas City, MO

When: November 20th- January 1st.

Cost: Tickets to the displays start at $7.

The holiday lights displays at Union Station are an absolute must-see this season. It’s free to enjoy these beautiful Kansas City Christmas lights – a must-do for any out-of-town family here for the holidays!

Bring the holiday spirit to your family with their giant model train exhibit, tons of lights & other fun displays. 

Mayor’s Christmas Tree at Crown Center**

2425 Grand Blvd Kansas City, MO

When : Starts with the Mayor’s Holiday Lighting Ceremony on November 24th at 5:30 pm. The lights will shine through the holidays until January 2nd at Crown Center.

Cost : Free

The Mayor’s Christmas Tree at Crown Center is a giant tree (nearly 100 ft.) right in the middle of downtown. Plus, you can take some holiday pictures to remember the season with your little ones. 

The smaller trees around The Mayor’s Christmas tree are also decorated, so you can enjoy tons of lights! After, you can go ice skating at the Ice Terrace at Crown Center.

Bonus – your kiddos are going to LOVE the sweet wooden playground at the base!

Kansas City Plaza **

Country Club Plaza: 4706 Broadway Blvd, Kansas City, MO 64112

When : Thanksgiving Night through January 14, 2024

Cost :  Free

If you’re looking for one of the best traditions for Christmas in Kansas City, head to the Plaza! The Plaza holiday lights are free to enjoy so you can visit more than once too..

Whether you drive through the holiday lights or walk around and enjoy, it’s a classic holiday tradition in KC! There will also be carolers around the Plaza throughout the month, so you may want to walk around to try to find them…

You can see the lights now through the middle of January. Be sure to stop and shop, or eat while you’re in midtown.

Northland Kansas City Light Display **

North Kansas City City Hall: 2010 Howell Street, North Kansas City, Missouri 64116

When: December 1st

This is the perfect holiday family picture or drive-by holiday display to enjoy from your car.

326 E 70th Terrace, Kansas City Mo 64113 (Residential Home)

Enjoy a fully automated, light show that’s choreographed to music, and the show is launchable from a website!  I’m using the show to fundraiser (donation optional) for Children’s Mercy.

4600 Vermont Avenue, Kansas City MO 64133 (Residential Home)

A reader had submitted a residential home that has an amazing display set for 2022. Drive by the area and take a look!

Liberty, MO/Northland Christmas Lights:

Zona rosa light display **.

I-29 & Barry Road

When: November 18th, 4:00 pm-6:00 pm. This year the event will be at Zona Rosa’s, North Park.

From November 19th through Christmas, you can see the lights at Zona Rosa while you shop or dine in the outdoor shopping mall. There’s a giant Christmas tree in the middle of the shopping center, so you can snap holiday photos too!

This display is near KCI airport, so whether you live nearby or you’re heading out of town on a flight be sure to stop by!

Lane of Lights in Excelsior Springs **

East Valley Park, Lover’s Lane, Excelsior Springs, MO

When : November 18th-December 25th. Each night at 5:30 pm the lights are on full display.

Cost : Free, but donation is recommended per car

This is a fun drive-through Christmas lights display that’s open through New Year’s Eve. Volunteers collect donations for different charities each not, but a donation is not required to enjoy the lights. (they recommend $5 per car)

You can also ride the  Holly Jolly Trolley tour on a family-friendly adventure around Excelsior Springs to see all of the best lights around town, then through the Lane of Lights. Tickets for that are only $12 per person and kids 3 and under are free. Learn more abo ut the Lane of Lights online!

Kustom Christmas Family Light Show

Located on NE 60th Ct and N. Spruce Ave KCMO 64119

Light Show runs from 11/24-1/1

6pm-10pm Sunday thru Thursday 

6pm-11pm Friday & Saturday 

-Chiefs songs play on game days 

-A Chiefs Light Show will continue through the remainder of the Chiefs Season. 

-Show last approx 20 min (longer on Chiefs Game days) 

Tune your radio to 90.7, turn your headlights off and enjoy the show from your warm, cozy car! We do ask that guest stay in their cars and be mindful to not block our amazing neighbors driveways. 

Lee’s Summit, MO Christmas Lights:

Lee’s summit magic tree **.

I-470 and View High Dr.

When: TBA View High Drive Lee’s Summit, MO. Follow their Facebook Page as more details are to come.

The Lee’s Summit Magic Tree is the staple for Christmas in Kansas City. Make sure your family visits the tree while you’re at Christmas in the Park (next light listing)! It’s perfect for holiday family photos…

You can enjoy this happily lit tree with tons of colorful holiday lights! Donations will be collected for Operation Toy Soldier during the holidays to support local families in need.

Christmas in the Park **

3901 SW Longview Rd Lee’s Summit

When : Beginning November 22nd from 5:30 pm-10:00 pm through December 31st.

Cost: Free, but donations encouraged

Christmas in the Park is one of the best holiday light displays in Kansas City.

This drive-through Christmas lights display features 500,000+ colorful lights. Enjoy 175 light scenes and settings to fill your holidays with tons of glowing colors! You don’t even have to get out of your warm car to see, making it the perfect Christmas activity this year. This display is free, but you can donate to local charities as you leave.

Independence, MO Christmas Lights:

Winter solstice hike.

George Owens Nature Park: 1601 S Speck Rd, Independence, MO 64057

When : December 6th from 5:00 pm-7:30 pm

You can hike down a path lit with candles at the Winter Solstice celebration to enjoy the winter evening at the best Christmas lights in Independence.

This is not a nightly display, they only host the event on this one date during the holiday season, so don’t miss it! 

Grandview, MO Christmas Lights:

Mayor’s christmas tree lighting.

The View 13500 Byars Road Grandview, Missouri 64030

When: November 30th at 6:30 pm

Festival of Lights at Powell Gardens**

Powell Gardens: 1609 NW US Hwy 50, Kingsville, MO 64061

When : November 16th-December 30th. Wednesday- Sunday from 5:00 pm-10:00 pm

Cost: $8 for children ages 5-12, $16 for adults.

Powell Gardens combines holiday light displays with beautiful botanical creations to create a fun “Christmas festival of lights”. There are many different shows and displays throughout the garden, including a tunnel of lights!

The path is a mile long with tram rides available in the evenings in case you have little ones or others who can’t walk far.

Overland Park, KS Christmas Lights:

Ultimate lights on farmstead lane **.

Deanna Rose Children’s Farmstead in Overland Park

When : November 23rd – December 31st from 5:00pm-10:00pm

If you’re looking for Christmas lights in Overland Park, the Farmstead puts on Holiday Lights on Farmstead Lane every year. This is a free holiday light show, so stop by if you’re in the area! Your family will enjoy a 30-minute light show cast on the wall of their barn. All you have to do is tune your car radio to 90.5 and enjoy the synchronized music…

Park your car in the main parking lot and watch the show on a loop. There will be tons of lights on a flat panel that looks like a Christmas tree with tons of images cast on it! The Ultimate Holiday Tree at Deanna Rose includes animations and fun holiday images.

** Be sure to turn off your car lights and take your foot off the brake.

Christmas Place Neighborhood Display **

1131st Place west of Antioch Road, Overland Park, KS 66213

When: Now through the holidays Christmas

Don’t miss one of the best Christmas light displays in Overland Park – Christmas Place was voted #1 neighborhood display for 16 years, so you don’t want to miss out. This is a 23-home neighborhood that devotes itself to the Christmas spirit with EVERY single house decorated for the holidays!

Plus, you can just drive right on through…you can’t miss the sign & lights decorating the entrance. Visit their website for more details. 

Holiday Luminary Walk **

Overland Park Arboretum & Botanical Gardens: 8909 W. 179th St. Overland Park KS 66013

When : November 24th & 25th and December 1st & 2nd, 7th- 9th and 15th-16th

Cost : Free for 5 & under. Tickets are $15.

Your family will love the  Holiday Luminary Walk . There are over 2 miles of animated lights and candlelit paths, fairy gardens, and gnome settings at the OP Arboretum – a beautiful backdrop for holiday pictures! It’s a unique experience with candles and Christmas lights in Overland Park.

7716 West 98th Terrace Light Display

7716 West 98th Terrace, Overland Park, Kansas 66212

This neighborhood light display is usually up by Thanksgiving and stays up till at least New Year’s Day. Each year, the lights grow bigger and bigger.

Bradshaw St. Light Show

13812 Bradshaw, Overland Park, Kansas 66221

While you’re enjoying the light show, turn your radio to 99.9 FM to listen along with a talking tree! It started as just one home, but has grown to include the surrounding houses too!

Lenexa, KS Christmas Lights:

Sar-ko aglow light display **.

Sar-Ko-Par Trails Park: 14907 W 87th St. Pkwy, Lenexa

When : December 1st-January 15th. From 6:00 pm -11:00 pm

Lenexa’s Sar-Ko-Par Park offers a dazzling holiday lights display each season with colorful lights & fun displays around the Rose Pond. You can drive somewhat, but walking allows you to check out all the displays. 

24900 W 86th St. Lenexa, KS

This is a home holiday light display that is synced to music. It will be open on Thanksgiving and run through Christmas!

Olathe Christmas Lights:

Chesney christmas display.

634 N. Logan Street Olathe, KS

Residential address. Needs confirmation

Cost:  Free

This is a newer holiday display in KC, but worth the trip! It most certainly feels like Christmas here.

Enjoy thousands of lights and over 20 Christmas trees with your family! There are also other holiday light displays on the road to this one, so check them out too…

Christmas Card Lane Display

Full Neighborhood West of Ridgeview and North of 151st Street Olathe, KS 66062

Residential address.

Just north of 151st Street in Olathe is a magical display of twinkling lights. There are many homes decorated in this neighborhood , so you can spend all evening here enjoying the holiday lights! You can find more information online.

While there used to be over 200 homes coordinating their decorations, there are not as many homes decorated this year. It still feels like Christmas!

KC Wine Co. Winter Wonderland Drive-Thru Light Display **

13875 S Gardner Rd #1 Olathe, KS 66061

When : Opens November 24th through December 17th

KC Pumpkin Patch & KC Wine Co’s beloved holiday light experience is back. Their Winter Wonderland display is the perfect way to celebrate the holidays! You can even get wine at this event…

** Tickets MUST be PREPURCHASED. There will be no tickets sold at the door, so be sure to grab yours before you head out.

Olathe Mayor’s Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony

Olathe Community Center

1205 E Kansas City Rd

When: December 1st  from 5:30 pm-8:00 pm

Enjoy festive music and a visit from Santa. Plus there will be tons of bright lights to get you in the Christmas spirit.

Prairie Village, KS Christmas Lights:

Prairie village christmas tree lighting ceremony.

Corinth Square

When: November 30th at 6:00 pm. There will be games, crafts, a visit from Santa, and more.

Kansas City, KS Christmas Lights:

Holiday light & magic drive thru lights show.

This incredible Drive Thru Lights Show is located at  600 N 126th St, Bonner Springs, Kansas, 66012  close to the Azura Amphitheater.

Open every night from November 16, 2023, through December 31, 2023. You get to select the date and time you prefer!

Holiday Light & Magic: Drive-Thru Christmas Lights in Kansas City, Kansas

Christmas in Quivira Woods

Quivira Woods at 47th and Woodland Rd

They also collect donations for the De Soto food pantry, so bring a donation with you if you can!

Legends Christmas Lights & Tree **

1843 Village West Parkway, KCK

When: The lighting ceremony is November 11th from 5-7 pm. Lights will stay lit through early January.

Legends Outlets offers a 45-foot tree that features lights synchronized to holiday music. It’s the perfect backdrop for a fun photo by the tree while you also get some of your holiday shopping done!

505 S. 138th Street, Bonner Springs, KS

The Allen Christmas Display was started in 2019. The yard includes moving elements, but the foal point is a large animated village and Christmas in the garage. You are invited to leave a letter for Santa, Hugh a giant teddy bear, and help yourself to a candy cane. Tune into 100.1FM to see the characters sing songs!

2023 Kansas City Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremonies & Festivals:

Be sure to check out these fun events to kick off Christmas in Kansas City!

North Kansas City Tree Lighting Ceremony **

When: December 1st from 6;00pm- 7:30 pm

This year’s holiday light ceremony will be held at the corner of Armour Rd and Swift Street. There will be music, refreshments, crafts, and more.

Gladstone Holiday Lights Ceremony **

When: November 28th from 6:00 pm-7:30 pm

Head out to Linden Square for this annual Christmas event.

Overland Park Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony **

When: November 17th from 5:00 pm-8:00 pm

Gather in Overland Park and kick off the holiday season with the Overland Park Mayor’s Holiday Festival. This FREE community event will be held throughout the Downtown Overland Park area at Thompson Park!  There will be music, Santa, balloon artists, inflatable snow globes, and more.

Gardner Christmas in the Park: Mayor’s Tree Lighting Ceremony **

Cornerstone Park

N Center St, Gardner, KS 66030

November 27th at 7 pm.

The Annual “Christmas in the Park” holiday event kicks off with the Mayor’s Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony, on Monday, November 27th, at Cornerstone Park.  Seasonal music will be performed by area school children.  The event will include a Christmas-time message from the Mayor and the arrival of Santa.  A lucky individual will be selected to flip the switch that turns on thousands of beautiful lights throughout the park. 

KCK Holiday Lighting Festival

600 N. 7th St

Memorial Hall

When: November 17th from 4:00 pm-9:00 pm.

Enjoy free, hot cocoa, gift bags, games and of course, Mr. and Mrs. Claus!

As a reminder, these holiday light locations are ones that had great Christmas light displays in the past. We do our best to ensure the details included in the map are the most up-to-date. If you see that we’re missing a light display, please let us know!

You can also use this Map of Kansas City Holiday Lights:

Keep in mind, we can’t drive to each of the Christmas light displays to verify the holiday lights are on. This is an inclusive list from years past, so some may not be up for 2023. Also, some holiday light displays may be worth the drive for others, but may not be for you. Please, understand this as you head out. Also, drive safely with your families.

However, if you decide to celebrate Christmas in Kansas City this season, get out and enjoy the beautiful Christmas lights & holiday displays!

If you’re looking for even more holiday lights, check out the Christmas Light Finder.

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If you know of a Christmas lights display we should add, please EMAIL us the scoop!

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• Kansas City Light Tour (Country Club Plaza, Downtown/Crown Center)
• Ward Parkway/Mission Hills Neighborhood Tour
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• Christmas in the Park – Longview Lake
• Christmas Card Lane – Olathe 151st & Ridgeview
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The holiday season officially kicks off in KC with the Plaza Lighting Ceremony on Thanksgiving evening. Holiday light tours are especially popular this time of year.  But friends, family, couples and co-workers also get together for the following:

• Christmas parties
• Shopping excursions
• Company luncheons
• Fundraising Events
• Holiday performances (Trans-Siberian Orchestra, Nutcracker Suite, A Christmas Carol)

Create a memory that will last a lifetime or start an annual tradition and include chauffeured limo transportation! Relax in style and comfort while enjoying the festive lights around the city, and getting to all your destinations safely.  Overland Chauffeured Services in will make your experience memorable.

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Overland offers a variety of vehicles for every size group and any budget. And some of the most popular lights tours are:

• Country Club Plaza & Crown Center / Union Station
• Ward Parkway Neighborhood Tour
• Candy Cane Lane, Vince & Associates, Lee Boulevard – North Johnson County
• Christmas in the Park – Longview Lake (Weekend nights may take three hours)
• Christmas Card Lane – Olathe 151st & Ridgeview
• Customize Your Own!

Visit the following website for a complete list of area light displays: Johnson County Kansas Christmas Light Displays

The site above includes displays from the previous year but those which have been confirmed for the current year are noted in red. However we cannot 100% guarantee the accuracy of all neighborhood display locations.

Total hourly time will depend on many factors but consider where you are starting and ending, whether booking on the weekend or weekday and even weather conditions. But most holiday light tours run 3-5 hours. 

Click on our Fleet Page for all our vehicle options. Overland offers Kansas City’s largest variety of quality, late-model vehicles –Sedans, SUV’s, Limousines, Vans, Sprinters and Coaches in executive, luxury and standard interiors.

Book your holiday outing or holiday light tour today!

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Kansas City’s FAVORITE, drive-thru, holiday party (now in our 4th season)! Come experience the most fantastic ONE MILE of synchronized holiday lights this side of the North Pole! Create LASTING MEMORIES with family and friends while you “holiday-party-in-your-car”. You’re sure to be vibin’ away to the most modern versions of holiday classics! And, all this for just $25 per car!

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BEST VALUE! Don’t forget, we are TWICE as BRIGHT with two (2) amazingly UNIQUE Kansas City light shows. Do you have a holiday light obsession and can’t pick just one? Try both! You will SAVE BIG with 20% OFF on admission to BOTH locations by purchasing a Dual Park Pass or get your BIGGEST SAVINGS at 40% OFF with a multi-visit Magic Pass!

A World of Winter Magic Awaits You in KC!

Winter Magic is basically a drive-thru Christmas party! It’s a holiday lighting event put on in association with the Kansas City, Missouri Board of Parks and Recreation Commissioners. How does it work? Our visitors purchase tickets (one per car-load) in advance here on our website. On your day of arrival, you’ll cruise Historic Cliff Drive in Kessler Park, Downtown (Kansas City’s first park!) which we’ve transformed into a modern holiday light experience. How long is it? The drive is one-mile-long and completely adorned with game-changing holiday light displays. Join us for your favorite Christmas lights in Kansas City at Winter Magic! 

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"Our second year in a row going through winter magic. They changed it up from last year in a great way! Added extra lights that are in the air were so COOL!!! The staff is phenomenal and sweet. I had a van full of kids. We went through twice and they just couldn't get enough. Worth every penny. Truly magic like the name states!"

"Winter Magic was amazing, my Mom and I went last night and because it wasn’t busy we were able to drive through twice. It was raining but was still really cool. Some of the pictures turned out neat because of the rain. Definitely worth the trip, and the money goes to Children’s Mercy hospital."

"This was seriously so cool!!! I wanted to do something I hadn't done with my kids in years past. My 9 y/o son put his electronics down lol and thoroughly loved it. Even my 20 y/o daughter and her boyfriend enjoyed it! We were all in AWE! 10/10 recommend. Drive slow and soak it all in!"

"Purchase tickets ahead of time online. That seems to help keep the line of cars at a decent pace. Staff was welcoming and very friendly. The music was so fun! Make sure to change radio station when you see the signs. Different areas play along to the music."

"It was sooo fun, we enjoyed it a lot the line wasn’t super long and we got to go through twice. They also have radio stations for you to play while driving through which was exciting. Along with cheap prices for a good cause! I recommend going 100% 🎄🎅🏽♥️"

"This was/is AMAZING! I've been the last two weekends bringing family. You get interactive music lights the entire time! TUNE IN AND TAKE IT SLOW!! It is an amazing fun time the entire way through. I've recommended this to EVERYONE!. I've loved each time more and more! A MUST IN KC!"

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Currently, parts of Kansas City are experiencing a rare sighting of the Northern Lights.

The phenomenon is due to a solar storm, which is the most intense event of its kind in almost two decades.

The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration issued a rare severe geomagnetic storm warning when a solar outburst reached Earth on Friday afternoon, hours sooner than anticipated.

The effects were due to last through the weekend and possibly into next week.

The NOAA Weather Space Prediction Center issued a severe geomagnetic storm Watch, marking the first occurrence since January 2004.

A look at some of the views across Kansas City:

Something else I’ve never seen… The Northern Lights in the middle of the KC metro area. A solar eclipse and then the aurora borealis in a little over a month? Pretty cool stuff happening in our skies! 🌌 pic.twitter.com/y1W02T2vOn — Matt Evans (@MattEvansKMBC) May 11, 2024

Northern Lights! pic.twitter.com/flpSpLH2JV — Cody Holyoke (@CodyKMBC) May 11, 2024

🤩 Ribbons of pink and purple are streaming across the sky above the Kansas City area. The aurora will continue to ebb and flow throughout the night. What an experience. What an absolutely breathtaking experience! 📸 Liz in Olathe, KS. @kmbc #aurora pic.twitter.com/PTOEgMxU7N — Nick Bender (@NickBenderKMBC) May 11, 2024

Grain Valley! @NickBenderKMBC pic.twitter.com/hw3Jw4o9SR — Ana Angel (@Langelo88) May 11, 2024

The northern lights may be visible across Kansas and Missouri tonight. We can see them at the office already! Peak should be around midnight. Can’t wait to see your pictures! pic.twitter.com/iXSnNoApa7 — NWS Kansas City (@NWSKansasCity) May 11, 2024

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KSHB 41 Weather Blog | The Northern Lights could dance across sky in Kansas City

KANSAS CITY, Mo. — Set the alarms and keep your eyes peeled tonight! The Aurora Borealis is expected to make an appearance in tonight's sky for many as far south as Kansas and Missouri.

The Space Weather Prediction Center (NWSSWPC) issued their first Severe Geomagnetic Storm Watch since 2005 as several strong solar flares were detected and directed toward Earth on Thursday.

As these solar flares interact with earth's magnetic field, a geomagnetic storm erupts & northern lights illuminate across the nighttime sky.

The Level G4 (Severe) Geomagnetic Storm determines how far south the northern lights could appear.

For tonight, the lights could travel as far south as northern Alabama & parts of northern California, according to the NWSSWPC.

Here are some tips if you plan to stay up tonight and adventure outside to watch this beautiful and rare sighting for the area:

• Find a dark spot away from the city
• An unobstructed view of the northern horizon will set you up for success
• Allow eyes to adjust to the dark for up to 20-30 minutes
• Best viewing time will be between 10 p.m. to 2 a.m.
• Anticipate the lights to be very faint to the visible eye and will be captured best with a high exposure camera/phone on the nighttime setting
• Be patient, sit back & enjoy!

Send any pictures to [email protected] or find us on social media. Can't wait to see what you find tonight! Happy hunting!

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Juneteenth Film Festival Returns to Kansas City

*The 2nd annual Juneteenth Film Festival returns to Kansas City on Wednesday, June 4th. This year’s festival will primarily feature films written, directed, and produced by Kansas Citians including Oscar-winning filmmaker Kevin Willmott. All films will be screened at the Screenland Armour Theater in North Kansas City.

Curated by award-winning Fox 4 News film critic Shawn Edwards, the 2nd annual Juneteenth Film Festival will showcase feature films, documentaries, and shorts produced by Black filmmakers.

“As we celebrate Juneteenth, one of the most important days in African American history, I felt it was important that we include groundbreaking cinema that embodies the spirit of the holiday,” said Edwards.

“Kansas City has one of the longest-running Juneteenth celebrations in the country. Now we have one of the only film festivals in the country that honors the holiday by celebrating Black filmmaking.”

This year’s film festival is sponsored by the Black Movie Hall of Fame, Celebration of Black Cinema and Television, Wilson’s Industries LLC, House of Kush, and the Kansas City Film Office.

FESTIVAL SCHEDULE

Tuesday, June 4th: Black Filmmakers Happy Hour hosted by Film KC (Screenland Armour) 5:00PM Tuesday, June 4th: Film KC presents “Underneath: Children of the Sun” Directed by David Kirkman (Screenland Armour) 7:00PM Wednesday, June 5th: “The Pistol” Directed by Paul and Kenneth Rayford (Screenland Armour) 6:30PM and 8:30PM Sunday, June 9th: Party Event “We Hanging with Clarence” Hosted by rapper Roblo da Star (The Velvet Freeze Daiquiris/Smaxx) 7:00PM Wednesday, June 12th: “Kansas City Dreamin’” Directed by Diallo Javonne French (Screenland Armour) 6:30PM Wednesday, June 12th: “What’s N Kansas City?” Directed by Skiem Heim (Screenland Armour) 8:30PM Wednesday, June 19th: “Binding Us Together” Directed by Kevin Willmott (Screenland Armour) 6:30PM and 8:30PM Wednesday, June 26th “Drout 2” Directed by Isiah King (Screenland Armour) 6:30PM *The short film “BF” directed by Jamie Addison will screen before each feature every night of the festival.

FILM SYNOPSIS

BINDING US TOGETHER A heartfelt, inspiring narrative that is inextricably linked to the nation’s past and present, civil rights activist and public servant Alvin Brooks shares engaging, funny, and tragic stories of his life and career of advocacy in Kansas City.

DROUT 2 The sequel to the highly successful underground hit “Drout.” After King is released from prison he encounters a tragic event. The results of this start a revengeful war on the streets of Kansas City as he continues his struggles with the law while trying to finally get out of the game.

KANSAS CITY DREAMIN’ Kansas City Dreamin’ is a documentary about the African American music history of the city. It features interviews with Melissa Etheridge, Tech N9ne, Bobby Watson, Oleta Adams, Lonnie McFadden, Oscar winner Kevin Willmont, and many more. With segments on Charlie Parker, Count Basie, Janelle Monae, Big Joe Turner, and other Kansas City natives. The film celebrates Kansas City’s contribution to American music.

THE PISTOL “The Pistol” is a gripping documentary that delves into the real-life accounts of notorious gangster Kenneth Rayford. Directed by Paul Rayford, the film details the exploits of Kenneth Rayford from his time as a youth growing up on the mean streets of Kansas City, Missouri up to adulthood when he ran the streets of Kansas City. Through interviews with Kenneth himself, his accomplices, and actual news footage the documentary reveals the life of a real-underworld crime figure. “The Pistol” paints a compelling portrait of a man who dedicated his entire life to the criminal underworld, maintained a solid reputation, and actually lived to talk about it.

WHAT’S N’ KANSAS CITY? Skiem Heim, Kansas City’s official street journalist, takes you on a guided tour of the places at the heart of Kansas City’s Black culture.

UNDERNEATH: CHILDREN OF THE SUN This mind-bending Afrofuturist story embarks on a breathtaking journey of galactic politics, heritage, and destiny. In 1857, a slave in Little Dixie, Missouri is thrust into an intergalactic crisis after helping an alien from a crashed spaceship. An ultra-powerful alien artifact passes through generations of bloody fingers and inheritors here on Earth, including the present, and ultimately leads to an epic battle for control. “Underneath Children of the Sun” is St. Louis filmmaker David Kirkman’s feature film debut.

THE VOICE | KCUR | KANSAS CITY FILM OFFICE

KEVIN WILLMOTT BIO Kevin Willmott is a professor of film at the University of Kansas and a film writer and director. He is known for his work focusing on black issues including writing and directing “Ninth Street,” “C.S.A.: The Confederate States of America” and “Bunker Hill.” His film “The Only Good Indian,” which he directed and produced, premiered at the Sundance Film Festival in 2009. In 2013, Willmott’s films “Destination: Planet Negro!” and “Jayhawkers” were both released. He also served as a writer on Spike Lee’s film “Chi-Raq” and as a screenwriter on Lee’s film “BlacKkKlansman” which won an Oscar and BAFTA for best adapted screenplay in 2019.

SHAWN EDWARDS BIO Shawn Edwards is an award-winning journalist and film critic at Fox 4 News in Kansas City, Missouri where he began working in 2000. During his 20-plus year career, Edwards co-founded the African American Film Critics Association in 2003, created a Celebration of Black Cinema & Television in 2014, and created the Black Movie Hall of Fame in 2022. He has also produced several documentaries on the history of Black film. Edwards is currently the executive producer of the Critics Choice Association’s Celebration of Black Cinema & Television award show, writing a book on the history of Black film and producing two feature films “The Soul of Santa” and “The Richest Little Girl in the World: The Sarah Rector Story.” He also contributes as a juror for several film festivals and appears on several nationally syndicated television and radio programs providing his insight on the film and television industries.

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