Make your list and check it twice! Here's our list of free and low-cost holiday character appearances happening in Kansas City this holiday season!
More events will be added as they're scheduled across Kansas City in the coming weeks!
Have an event you'd like to see listed? Email melissabasgall@macaronikid.com
Santa's Gingerbread Station at Crown Center - All aboard for a favorite holiday tradition at Crown Center! Kids and families can meet and have their photo taken with Santa Claus. A professional photographer will be on-site to take photos for a fee, or you may take your own. See Santa November 24-December 24, 2023. Click here for more information!
Meet Santa at Zona Rosa - It's that magical time of year and we love being part of your holiday traditions! Come visit Santa in his Winter Wonderland at The Grove at Zona Rosa, from November 24- December 24. Online reservations highly recommended but not required. Walk-ins welcome. Click here to make a reservation and click here to view Santa's schedule.
Bass Pro Shop and Cabela’s - Experience the magic of Christmas at Santa’s Wonderland at your local Bass Pro Shops and Cabela’s! November 5-December 24. Make a free reservation!
Oak Park Mall - Continuing the tradition of hosting Santa to meet and greet all kids and kids-at-heart. Visits are always free, photo packages are available for purchase. Learn more about Santa's whereabouts, click here to visit the Santa's Workshop page.
Santa at Independence Center - November 19-December 24
There's no better way to get into the spirit of the season than by spending time with Santa Claus and his crew. Luckily, there are plenty of opportunities to do just that throughout the holiday season. From local malls to community events and everything in between, there's no shortage of festive fun to be had. Our list includes all the best places to see Santa, from traditional photo ops to pancake breakfasts and other special events. So grab your family and friends and get ready to make some memories that will last a lifetime. Don't forget your wish list!
November 12, 2023 |
See the Grinch at KC Blooms in Liberty, MO - Register in advance online. Photos are $20 per family which includes one 4x6 photo; bring an unwrapped toy to donate and receive your second photo for free! The Mean One will be there from 10am until 1:30pm.
November 18, 2023 |
Breakfast with Santa in Edgerton, KS - Enjoy pancakes from Christ Cakes 8:30am-11:30am with Santa at Edgerton Elementary. Local vendors will also be on-site so you can shop afterwards!
See Santa at The Fabulous Fern in Olathe, KS - Bring the whole family, including your fur babies, to come see Santa from 12pm-3pm. This event is completely free and there will be staff on-site available to take your photos using your own device!
November 25, 2023 |
Visit with Santa in Lee's Summit, MO - Bring your camera and come visit with Santa at the Lee's Summit History Museum from 3pm-5pm.
December 2, 2023 |
Breakfast with Santa in Merriam, KS - Enjoy a pancake breakfast, holiday crafts and games with Santa from 9am-10:30am at the Merriam Community Center.
See Santa in Overland Park, KS - Santa will be at the Clock Town Plaza from 10am-Noon in Downtown OP. You can also shop the Overland Park Farmer's Market during their Holiday Mart while you're there!
Visit with Santa in Lee's Summit, MO - Bring your camera and come visit with Santa at the Lee's Summit History Museum from 3pm-5pm.
December 9, 2023 |
Breakfast with Santa in Olathe, KS - Timber Sage Elementary School is hosting breakfast from 8:00am-11:30am with Santa, with another guest appearance - from Sluggerrr!
Breakfast with the Grinch in Spring Hill, KS - Enjoy a big breakfast, activities and photos with the Mean One at Meadowlark Event Center from 9am-12pm.
Christmas Open House in De Soto, KS - See Santa and shop from local vendors at Cedar Valley Forest from 1pm-4pm.
Visit with Santa in Lee's Summit, MO - Bring your camera and come visit with Santa at the Lee's Summit History Museum from 3pm-5pm.
December 16, 2023 |
Visit with Santa in Lee's Summit, MO - Bring your camera and come visit with Santa at the Lee's Summit History Museum from 3pm-5pm.
Skate with Santa in Lee's Summit, MO - Come meet and skate with Santa at Summit Ice from 6pm-8pm. Don't forget to bring your camera!
December 23, 2023 |
Skate with Santa in Lee's Summit, MO - Come meet and skate with Santa at Summit Ice from 6pm-8pm. Don't forget to bring your camera!
For more holiday fun, including character appearances, light shows, holiday pop-up bars, and more, check out the complete Family Guide to The Holidays in Kansas City!
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