Bright lights, big city. ‘Tis the season for admiring the festive lights of the metro. To get you started on a spirited holiday season, we’re bringing you the best spots in town to see dazzling light displays.
Christmas in the Park
| Nov. 24-Dec. 31 | Longview Lake Park, 3901 S.W. Longview Park Dr., Lee’s Summit, MO | Free | Drive-thru display with 500,000+ lights and 175 animated figures.
Winter Magic | Nov. 2-Jan. 1 | Swope Park, 7332 Oakwood Dr., Kansas City, MO | $21.25+ | Drive through one mile of 12 themed areas of displays + the longest animated light tunnel in the Midwest.
Magic of Lights | Nov. 24-Dec. 24 | Arrowhead Stadium | $25+ | Experience the magic of the holidays at one of Kansas City’s most treasured venues.
Festival of Lights | Nov. 11-Dec. 30 | Powell Gardens, 1609 US-50 W., Kingsville, MO | $11+ | The 5th annual celebration includes 20+ miles of lights to walk through + a new warming station selling spiked and non-alcoholic hot chocolate and cider.
Holiday Light and Magic | Nov. 18-Jan. 2 | 600 N. 126th St., Bonner Springs, KS | $20+ | A one-mile drive-thru display with musically synchronized lights. Pro Tip: download the park’s official app “Frost’s Winter Blast” to help pass the time in line.
Holiday Lights on Farmstead Lane | Nov. 25-Jan. 7 | 13800 Switzer Rd., Overland Park, KS | Free | A park-and-watch experience featuring lights and music from some of the most popular movies.
Candy Cane Lane | Nov. 27-Jan 1 | 7900 Outlook Ln., Prairie Village, KS | Free | Since 1958, the residents of Candy Cane Lane have turned their quiet cul-de-sac into a Christmas wonderland.