Sarah McGinnity
Where to See Santa in Kansas City
Visit Santa at Crown Center
Nov. 24 - Dec. 24
Welcome Santa Claus as he arrives in a horse-drawn carriage to kick off the holiday season. Join Santa as he makes his way to Santa's Gingerbread Station, where...
November Bucket List for Kansas City Families
November begins the lead up to the holiday season and family friendly events in Kansas City fill the calendar. Check out our favorite things to add to your bucket list for November.
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Holiday Theater and Shows in Kansas City
Check out the lineup of holiday performances in Kansas City this season including dance, theater, movies and song!
NOVEMBER
Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer: The Musical
November 7 - December 31
Back by popular demand, Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer:...
Christmas Tree Lightings in Kansas City
Some of the first holiday events are tree lighting ceremonies. Most cities within the metro have their own celebrations, and it's a great way to kick off the holiday season.
Christmas Tree Lightings in Kansas...
Holiday Light Displays in Kansas City
Check out tree lightings, drive through light displays and Kansas City's biggest Christmas trees! For our guide to the best neighborhood light displays in Kansas City metro, check out our Neighborhood Lights Guide.
Winter Magic and Holiday Light...
Favorite Holiday Events in Kansas City
GloWild: Around the World (now-Dec. 30)
The popular lantern festival GloWild runs from September 28 through December 30 and has brand-new theme, “Around the World,” which features gorgeous handcrafted lanterns celebrating the iconic landmarks and...
Johnson Farms: The Kansas City Fall Tradition Not to Miss
This post is sponsored by Johnson Farms Plants and Pumpkins.
It's no secret that Kansas City has an endless list of events and attractions to visit in the fall. While my calendar changes as my...
Haunted Places Two Hours or Less from Kansas City
Ready to find some real hauntings near Kansas City? These haunted places are two hours or less from Kansas City, perfect for a spooky day (or night) trip for the Halloween season!
Haunted Places in...
Explaining the New RSV Shot | Sponsored Kansas City MomCast Episode
This episode is sponsored by HCA Midwest Health.
RSV can be dangerous for infants and young children. Each year in the United States, about 80,000 children younger than 5 years are hospitalized due to RSV...
Fall Events in Kansas City for Families
Some of the best events occur in the fall in Kansas City! From art fairs to festivals to Halloween-themed events, there's something for everyone on this list.
Fall Events in Kansas City for Families
SEPTEMBER
SantaCaliGon Days...
Visit the 9/11 Memorial in Overland Park
The 9/11 Memorial in Overland Park, Kansas, is an opportunity to remember the Americans who were lost that day and educate our children who have no first hand memory of the tragedy.
The 9/11 Memorial...
Guide to Fall in Kansas City
Whether a pumpkin spice latte or a cozy cup of apple cider is your thing, fill up your thermos, put your kid in their cutest overalls and head to one of the many ways...
Labor Day Events in Kansas City
We're ready for a long weekend! Whether it's a city-wide festival or low-key outing, there are lots of Labor Day events in Kansas City to enjoy as a family.
Kansas City Zoo's Ocean Aquarium Opens
Opening...
Pumpkin Patches in Kansas City
Fall is here, which means weekends spent at pumpkin patches in Kansas City! Get ready to bounce on the jump pillows, get lost in corn mazes and of course, pick the perfect pumpkin at...
Apple Picking in Kansas City
We know fall is on its way when apple picking opens in Kansas City. You'll find our favorites in this list, with many of the orchards picking their best apples in September and October....