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The Most Wonderful Times of the Holidays in Kansas City
The most wonderful time of the year can also be the most stressful if you don’t plan ahead. Instead of stressing over the details this December, look to Union Station for the most memorable events of the year. Here are the most wonderful events during the holidays in Kansas City, according to the elves at Union Station.
Do Your Hall-iday Shopping
Start the season right by getting the hard stuff out of the way early. Instead of one more Jelly of the Month Club membership, deck the halls with one stop right down the street from Union Station. Halls at Crown Center is KC’s destination to check everyone off your gift list. Throughout Crown Center, you can explore other great shops like Shop Local KC or Amy’s Hallmark. To distract the kids or kids-at-heart on your list, we recommend sending them out to Crown Center’s Ice Terrace, Legoland, or Sea Life. Before you leave, visit Santa before he heads back to the North Pole!
Meet the Big Man
One of the hardest parts of the holiday season is finding the right gift for everyone on your list. To make this easy, it’s best to go to the jolly fellow who knows who’s been naughty or nice! Santa visits many places during the holidays in KC, but there’s only one destination that’s truly magical. Union Station is proud to host Santa Claus at Holiday Reflections this year in our grand plaza. Grab your tickets under the clock or online to enter a winter wonderland full of unforgettable experiences.
See the Lights
Down the street from Union Station is one of Kansas City’s most iconic landmarks. Country Club Plaza has been making the season bright since 1925, and this year, it’s brighter than ever. After enjoying some leftovers from your Thanksgiving feast, head to the annual lighting ceremony! Thousands of citizens and travelers from all over the world gather to watch a special guest throw the switch and usher in the holiday season in the city of fountains. KC is also famous for our festive light displays as well. So pile into the car or book a tour to see some of the most iconic lighting displays throughout Kansas City!
Catch a Spectacle
From Arrowhead Stadium to the KC Ballet, there’s no shortage of spectacles to see this holiday season in Kansas City. While a day with the Chiefs is always a great time, there’s just something about bundling up and cheering alongside the entire Red Kingdom at the GEHA field. For a more refined experience, the KC Ballet continues its long-standing tradition of performing The Nutcracker throughout December. No matter what your preferences are, everyone has something to see with the many spectacles that make the holiday season unforgettable in Kansas City.
Holiday Experiences at Union Station
Holiday parties, classic movies, and beautiful decorations are what make the season bright all around Kansas City. To find them all under one roof, there’s no better place than Union Station. Throughout the season, the Regnier Extreme Screen Theatre plays classic holiday movies like National Lampoons Christmas Vacation, Polar Express, and Elf on the biggest screen in Kansas City! For even more magic, we host Tinsel and ‘Tinis to make spirits bright in the Grand Plaza. Throughout the season, everyone has something to enjoy at Holiday Reflections. From our historic Jones Store mini train ride to the brand new Magical Sleigh Ride VR experience, there are so many experiences to make memories that last a lifetime.
KC’s Home for the Holidays
Where are you going this holiday season? To spend quality time with your friends and family, Union Station is your destination for everything that makes this season great in KC. Come to our city’s home for the holidays to make this season one to remember. Plan your visit by getting your tickets in advance or at our box office. We’re excited to welcome you aboard for this magical time in Kansas City.