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Name: Disney100: The Exhibition
Start: 2024-5-24T00-00-00-00
End: 2024-11-30T23-23-59-00
Location: Union Station

November 6, 2013

Editor’s Blog

By Dwight Widaman

Time

May 24 (Friday) - November 30 (Saturday)

Location

Union Station

30 West Pershing Rd, Kansas City, MO. 64108

Event Details

Your most Magical Disney experience awaits. The Walt Disney Archives has opened its Vault of Treasures, showcasing hundreds of objects – more than 250 Artifacts and Works of Art, Costumes and Props, and Incredible Memorabilia.
Relive your dreams and immerse yourself in Disney100: The Exhibition with ten imaginatively themed galleries showcasing renowned classics from Snow White and Seven Dwarfs (1937), to Cinderella (2015), to Encanto (2021), and many more.

This is a rare chance for families, children, and loved ones to celebrate their love of some of Disney’s most timeless stories and step into the sensational Disney Story reflecting The Walt Disney Company’s last 100 years. You will marvel at 14 interactive installations and hundreds of artifacts including the latest members of the Disney family – Pixar, Star Wars, and MARVEL. From Cinderella’s Glass Slipper, the Skywalker Lightsaber Hilt, to Captain America’s Shield, you will wonder at rare production props, see original costumes from some of your favorite Disney stories.
Disney100: The Exhibition – presented by Bank of America – A once-in-a-lifetime event celebrating the iconic characters and stories that have captured the hearts of audiences around the globe.

Dates: May 24 – November 30, 2024

Summer Hours (May 24 – September 2, 2024)

Sunday: 11am – 5pm
Monday – Friday: 10am – 6pm
Saturday: 10am – 7pm

Fall Hours (September 3, 2024 – November 30, 2024)

Sunday: 11am – 5pm
Monday – Saturday: 10am – 5pm

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06Sep(Sep 6)6:00 pm29Dec(Dec 29)9:00 pmGloWild Lantern Festival 2024(September 6) 6:00 pm - (December 29) 9:00 pm Kansas City Zoo, 6800 Zoo Dr. Kansas City, MO 64132

21SepAll Day05JanHokusai: Waves of Inspiration(All Day) Nelson-Atkins, 4525 Oak Street, Kansas City, MO

01NovAll Day05JanWINTER MAGIC(All Day) Platte Purchase Park, 10400 North Platte Purchase Drive, Kansas City, MO 64154

Time

November 1 (Friday) - January 5 (Sunday)

Location

Platte Purchase Park

10400 North Platte Purchase Drive, Kansas City, MO 64154

Event Details

Kansas City’s favorite holiday lights drive-thru event, Winter Magic, is moving to Platte Purchase Park this year! The Kansas City Parks and Recreation Department invites one and all to Kansas City’s premiere drive-thru holiday light show. Families will drive through the longest animated light tunnel in the Midwest! There are sections dedicated to the 12 days of Christmas, a toy workshop, a KC proud section and so much more.

To kick off the magic of the season, a special lighting ceremony will be held. A ceremonial switch will be flipped to “turn on” the lights, signaling the official start of Winter Magic. Guests can enjoy the ceremony from their cars before the drive-thru officially opens. Immediately following the ceremony, the light show will officially open for cars to begin driving through. Tickets are $20 Monday-Thursday, $30 Friday and Sunday, and $40 on Saturdays and are available for purchase.

WHAT: Winter Magic Lighting Ceremony: November 1st, 6:30 p.m.

Drive-Thru Opens: November 1st, 7 p.m.

WHEN: November 1, 2024, through January 5th, 2025, open nightly starting at 6 p.m.

WHERE: Platte Purchase Park, 10400 North Platte Purchase Drive, Kansas City, MO 64154

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14NovAll Day04JanEvergy Festival of Lights at Powell Gardens(All Day) Powell Gardens, 1609 NW US Highway 50 Kingsville, MO 64061

14Nov(Nov 14)5:00 pm04Jan(Jan 4)10:00 pmPowell Gardens Festival of Lights5:00 pm - (January 4) 10:00 pm Powell Gardens, 1609 NW US Highway 50 Kingsville, MO 64061

Time

November 14 (Thursday) 5:00 pm - January 4 (Saturday) 10:00 pm

Location

Powell Gardens

1609 NW US Highway 50 Kingsville, MO 64061

Event Details

Kingsville, Mo. – Powell Gardens, Kansas City’s botanical garden, invites the public to experience the wonder of the Evergy Festival of Lights, running on select evenings from November 14, 2024, through January 4, 2025 (5-10 p.m.). This annual winter festival has enchanted guests for years, transforming the Gardens’ 175 acres with over one mile of shimmering lights, beautiful installations, and memorable holiday experiences.
Tickets for Evergy Festival of Lights are now on sale. Visit www.powellgardens.org/festival-of-lights to plan your visit. Don’t miss out on the magic!
NEW IN 2024:
Extended Light Path through the Marlese Lowe Gourley Island Garden: The expanded trail guides guests through a newly lit section of Powell Gardens, including the scenic Marlese Lowe Gourley Island Garden, allowing visitors to experience more of the garden’s winter beauty and architectural highlights.
Aliento a Tequila Photography Exhibit: New this season, the Aliento a Tequila (or The Spirit of Tequila) exhibit presents a stunning series of photographs by Joel Salcido, capturing the rich landscapes, culture, and traditions of tequila-making in Mexico. The exhibit is open daily during Evergy Festival of Lights, with children’s craft activities available nearby.
Concert Series in Iconic Space: The stunning Marjorie Powell Allen Chapel will host a series of live holiday performances on Friday and Saturday evenings, creating a serene and festive ambiance in an incredible setting. Purchase concert tickets online at www.powellgardens.org/events-and-classes.
Immersive Snow Globe in the Conservatory: Step into a snow globe, where a new wintery installation offers a perfect photo opportunity in a cozy, festive setting.
Children’s Craft Nights: Every Thursday evening during the festival, kids can explore their creativity with hands-on holiday crafts, designed to inspire joy and creativity.
RETURNING FAVORITES:
Santa’s Workshop: Santa Claus will make special appearances on Fridays and Saturdays (November 29-December 21), spreading holiday cheer to young visitors. Mrs. Claus will join Santa for special story times on Saturdays (November 30-December 21). Visitors are encouraged to write a letter to Santa and make a free holiday craft daily.
Dazzling Light Maze: Guests of all ages can navigate the magical Light Maze, a sparkling labyrinth perfect for fun holiday adventures.
Cozy Warming Stations: Visitors can take a break and warm up at designated stations throughout Powell Gardens.
Join us this holiday season as Powell Gardens sparkles with joy and wonder during Evergy Festival of Lights! Tickets are available now. Advance purchase is recommended. Visit www.powellgardens.org/festival-of-lights for details and pricing.

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23NovAll Day28DecA Christmas Carol(All Day) Spencer Theater, 4949 Cherry St, Kansas City, MO 64110

28Nov5:00 pmPlaza Lighting Ceremony5:00 pm County Club Plaza, 211 Nichols Rd.

28Nov7:00 pmFear-Not Support Group7:00 pm TBD

30NovAll Day01DecMystery of Christmas(All Day) Liberty Performing Arts Theatre, 1600 S Withers Rd. Liberty, MO 64068

From pancakes to banned books

Editor’s Blog

By Dwight Widaman

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