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Name: GloWild Lantern Festival 2024
Start: 2024-9-6T18-18-00-00
End: 2024-12-29T21-21-00-00
Location: Kansas City Zoo

Bargain Trees and Tinsel

December 20, 2024 Local Authors

The old ornaments are unboxed again Once tangled lights are now without knot Through the door comes the tree At least twice as large As looked while still on the lot ...

5 Christmas songs with lyrics that are theological masterpieces

December 23, 2021 Columns, Entertainment, Faith, Music, News

The songs of Christmas are quite literally in the air this time of year, serenading us on radio, in our homes or in restaurants and stores. Like it or not, many may ...

Creative ways to make generous giving a family activity

November 25, 2020 Church & Ministry, Finances, Lifestyles, News

Despite the many challenges of 2020, Americans are pausing this week to give things. The period of Thanksgiving through the new year traditionally sees the highest giving levels among individuals of all ...

It’s Christmas season again…already!

December 15, 2018 Lifestyles

Can you believe it? It’s Christmas season again…already. It seems like I just reseeded and fertilized the yard yesterday. That was almost 3 months ago! It’s Christmas season again…already! I heard some ...

December

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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14Nov(Nov 14)5:00 pm04Jan(Jan 4)10:00 pmPowell Gardens Festival of Lights(November 14) 5:00 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.