Christmas Events for Kids in Overland Park (2026)

Christmas Events for Kids
Written by Kelsey Cecil

15 min read

The Overland Park area has 16 Christmas events for kids we could confirm for the 2026 season, from The Twinkle Christmas Experience at Stroud's in Overland Park on November 9 to Holiday Lights on Farmstead Lane in Overland Park, which runs through December 31. 6 of them are free, and every listing links straight to the host. It is one stop on our guide to Christmas events for kids in Kansas, part of our guide for every state.

The short version

  • 16 kids’ Christmas events confirmed in Overland Park for 2026, in Overland Park, Olathe and Lenexa
  • First: The Twinkle Christmas Experience at Stroud's, Overland Park, November 9. Runs latest: Holiday Lights on Farmstead Lane, Overland Park, through December 31
  • Free: The Twinkle Christmas Experience at Stroud's, Holiday Lights on Farmstead Lane, Bright at Bluhawk: Holiday Tree Lighting, Holiday Stroll in Downtown Overland Park, Santa Visits at Twinkle at Stroud's and Graham Cracker Cottages at Lenexa City Center Library
  • Checked on each host’s own page; each listing links straight to it

Below is every event we could confirm, grouped by city, with the date, time, cost and the small things parents ask about (sign-ups, ages, what is included). Looking for a Santa train instead? Those are on our Kansas Christmas train rides page.

Overland Park Christmas events for kids at a glance

Kids’ Christmas events
16 confirmed for 2026
Cities
Overland Park, Olathe and Lenexa
Season
November 9 to December 31, 2026
Free events
6
Kinds of events
holiday lights, tree lighting, story time with Santa and holiday crafts
Last checked

Plan your December

When each Overland Park Christmas event for kids happens

The first is The Twinkle Christmas Experience at Stroud's in Overland Park on November 9; the last runs to December 31. Each bar spans an event’s dates, not every hour in them, so check the host’s page for times.

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Christmas events for kids in Overland Park

11 confirmed events for kids in Overland Park, soonest first.

Overland Park: The Twinkle Christmas Experience at Stroud's

Holiday lightsFreeTwinkle Christmas Pop-Up · Overland Park

Host
Twinkle Christmas Pop-Up (opens in a new tab)
Where
Stroud's Overland Park, 8301 W 135th St, Overland Park, KS 66223
When
Monday, November 9, 2026 to Thursday, December 24, 2026 (see Twinkle site for hours)
Cost
No entrance fee
Ages
All ages
Sign-up
Recommended
Confirmed
On the host’s page, checked

Twinkle is an over the top holiday experience inside Stroud's Overland Park, filled with lights, festive music, cozy drinks, food and cheer for all ages. The page lists it as running from November 9 through December 24 at 8301 West 135th Street, and says there is no entrance fee to be part of the Twinkle Christmas Pop-Up.

Reservations are recommended at your favorite Twinkle location, and the host also takes private rooms for groups. Families looking for a restaurant stop with a holiday setting can pair it with Santa's visit on December 5. Hours were not listed on the tourism page. Stroud's is at 8301 West 135th Street, and the tourism page says Twinkle closes after Christmas, so plan your visit before then.

Parent tip: Make a reservation at the Twinkle website.

See dates and details from Twinkle Christmas Pop-Up (opens in a new tab)

Overland Park: Mayor's Holiday Festival

Tree lightingCity of Overland Park · Overland Park

Host
City of Overland Park (opens in a new tab)
Where
Clock Tower Landing and downtown Overland Park, 7950 Marty St, Overland Park, KS 66204
When
Friday, November 20, 2026, 5 to 8 pm
Cost
Free kids crafts and train ride
Ages
All ages
Confirmed
On the host’s page, checked

The Mayor's Holiday Festival runs from 5 to 8 pm on Friday, November 20, around Clock Tower Landing in downtown Overland Park. The program and lighting of the Mayor's Christmas tree take place from 5:30 to 6 pm. After that the district becomes a winter wonderland of lights with live music on stage at Thompson Park and Dickensian carolers strolling the activities.

Kids can pose with Santa, the Grinch and a few snow princesses, make free holiday arts and crafts and hop aboard a free train ride that the page calls a favorite for little ones. A Makers Market features local artisans, and food trucks and downtown restaurants sell treats and hot cocoa.

Parent tip: Bundle up since it is outdoors. Come by 5:30 pm if you want to see the tree lighting.

See dates and details from City of Overland Park (opens in a new tab)

Overland Park: Holiday Lights on Farmstead Lane

Holiday lightsFreeDeanna Rose Children's Farmstead · Overland Park

Host
Deanna Rose Children's Farmstead (opens in a new tab)
Where
Deanna Rose Children's Farmstead, 13800 Switzer Rd, Overland Park, KS 66221
When
Thursday, November 26, 2026 to Thursday, December 31, 2026 (nightly, tune radio to 90.5 Rose FM), 5 to 10 pm
Cost
Free
Ages
All ages
Confirmed
On the host’s page, checked

Holiday Lights on Farmstead Lane starts on November 26 and runs nightly from 5 to 10 pm. Families watch the show from their cars in the Farmstead parking lot while the lights dance across the barn and front entranceway, timed to holiday songs and movie music on 90.5 Rose FM. The display is at the main entrance of the Farmstead at 13800 Switzer Road.

Admission is free. The page asks drivers to turn off their vehicle lights during the show and suggests bringing cocoa, cookies and blankets to enjoy from the warmth of the car. The tourism calendar lists the nightly run through at least December 31. Deanna Rose Children's Farmstead is a farm style park in Overland Park known for its animals, so many families arrive early in the evening and pair the lights with an earlier dinner.

Parent tip: Turn off your headlights, tune to 90.5 FM and bring cocoa and blankets.

See dates and details from Deanna Rose Children's Farmstead (opens in a new tab)

Overland Park: Bright at Bluhawk: Holiday Tree Lighting

Tree lightingFreeBluhawk · Overland Park

Host
Bluhawk (opens in a new tab)
Where
Bluhawk, 7951 W 160th St, Overland Park, KS 66223
When
Friday, November 27, 2026, 6 to 7:30 pm
Cost
Free
Ages
All ages
Confirmed
On the host’s page, checked

Bluhawk celebrates the start of its holiday season on Friday, November 27, from 6 to 7:30 pm with a tree lighting between Jersey Mike's and Costa Vida at 159th and Antioch. Santa is available for photos and to hear Christmas wishes, and real reindeer are on hand for a close up encounter.

The evening also includes a performance by Tricks of the Light with dancing flames and LED props, a cozy fire pit gathering, complimentary hot cocoa with marshmallows and fresh mini donuts from a food truck, and a DJ playing carols and family friendly holiday hits. The first 400 adults receive a limited edition Bluhawk holiday mug while supplies last.

Parent tip: Dress warmly and come early for Santa and the reindeer.

See dates and details from Bluhawk (opens in a new tab)

Overland Park: Luminary Walk

Holiday lightsArts & Recreation Foundation of Overland Park · Overland Park

Host
Arts & Recreation Foundation of Overland Park (opens in a new tab)
Where
Overland Park Arboretum & Botanical Gardens, 8909 W. 179th St., Overland Park, KS 66013 (near Kansas City)
When
Fri November 27 (5 to 9 pm), Sat November 28 (5 to 9 pm), Fri December 4 (5 to 9 pm), Sat December 5 (5 to 9 pm), Fri December 11 (5 to 9 pm), Sat December 12 (5 to 9 pm), Wed December 16, Fri December 18 (5 to 9 pm), Sat December 19 (5 to 9 pm), Sun December 20, Mon December 21, Tue December 22, Wed December 23 and Sat December 26, 2026
Cost
$17; ages 5 and under free with a free ticket; Electric Glow nights $12
Ages
Family nights for all ages; Candlelight Stroll is adults only
Sign-up
Required ahead of time
Confirmed
On the host’s page, checked

The 27th annual Luminary Walk lights up the Overland Park Arboretum and Botanical Gardens with luminary candles in the woods, gnome and fairy villages, festive displays and live music. On traditional walk nights, Nov. 27 and 28 and Dec. 4, 5, 11, 12, 18 and 19, holiday trains run in the Train Garden from 5 to 8:45 pm and kids can take photos with Santa from 5 to 8:30 pm.

Tickets are $17 and sold in half-hour entry windows, with no entry after 8 pm, and the walk takes about an hour to 90 minutes. Children 5 and under are free but need a free ticket to reserve a slot. Thursday Candlelight Strolls are adults only, and Electric Glow nights in late December cost $12 and skip the trains and Santa. The event is entirely outdoors, so dress warmly. Parking is free, with shuttles from Wolf Spring Elementary when lots fill.

Parent tip: Buy timed tickets online in advance, including free tickets for kids 5 and under. Dress warmly with hats, gloves and walking shoes; parking is free with overflow shuttles, and pets are not allowed.

See dates and details from Arts & Recreation Foundation of Overland Park (opens in a new tab)

Overland Park: Holiday Stroll in Downtown Overland Park

Santa visitFreeDowntown Overland Park · Overland Park

Host
Downtown Overland Park (opens in a new tab)
Where
Clock Tower Plaza and Clock Tower Landing, 7950 Marty St, Overland Park, KS 66204
When
Saturday, December 5, 2026, 10 am to 2 pm
Cost
Free
Ages
All ages
Confirmed
On the host’s page, checked

Downtown Overland Park offers seasonal activities from 10 am until 2 pm on Saturday, December 5. Local vendors set up at the Overland Park Holiday Market, held at Clock Tower Landing from 8 am to noon. Children can see Santa and pose for a family picture at Clock Tower Plaza between 10 am and noon.

A Holiday Open House carries on across the district, where local shops, restaurants and businesses serve festive treats and offer specials. The event page suggests visiting for the market, then lingering for Santa and spending the whole day downtown. Nothing in the listing mentions tickets. You will find Clock Tower Landing at 7950 Marty Street, with the plaza right beside it. Parking is close by in the downtown district.

Parent tip: Santa is available only between 10 am and noon, so aim to visit in the morning.

See dates and details from Downtown Overland Park (opens in a new tab)

Overland Park: Nutcracker Tea Party

Holiday showFriends of Overland Park Arts · Overland Park

Host
Friends of Overland Park Arts (opens in a new tab)
Where
Fiorella's Event Space, 9000 W 137th St, Overland Park, KS 66221
When
Sat December 5 (noon to 4 pm) and Sun December 6 (11:30 am to 3:30 pm), 2026
Cost
$65 to $125
Ages
Ages 3 to 10
Sign-up
Required ahead of time
Confirmed
On the host’s page, checked

The annual Nutcracker Tea Party is a family friendly event especially suited to children ages 3 to 10 who are not ready for a two hour ballet. Crescendo Conservatory performs a shortened Nutcracker of under an hour with beautiful costumes and all the favorite scenes, while guests enjoy a tea party with traditional fare. Costumed dancers visit each table.

Parties are held Saturday, December 5, at 12 and 4 pm and Sunday, December 6, at 11:30 am and 3:30 pm at Fiorella's Event Space. A Nutcracker Boutique sells nutcrackers, tiaras and ornaments. Tickets range from $65 to $125 and proceeds benefit Friends of Overland Park Arts, supporting arts education in low income schools. Buy early through the event ticket link.

Parent tip: Buy tickets early since parties sell out. The show is under an hour.

See dates and details from Friends of Overland Park Arts (opens in a new tab)

Overland Park: Santa Visits at Twinkle at Stroud's

Supper with SantaFreeTwinkle Christmas Pop-Up · Overland Park

Host
Twinkle Christmas Pop-Up (opens in a new tab)
Where
Stroud's Overland Park, 8301 W 135th St, Overland Park, KS 66223
When
Saturday, December 5, 2026, 2:30 to 4:30 pm
Cost
No fee, reserve a seat
Ages
All ages
Sign-up
Recommended
Confirmed
On the host’s page, checked

Santa drops in at the Twinkle Christmas Pop-Up inside Stroud's in Overland Park on Saturday, December 5, between 2:30 and 4:30 pm. According to the event page, guests can meet Santa and take festive photos, nibble snacks he has approved, see the decorated Twinkleville, sip seasonal mocktails and order from a menu made for kids, which comes with a sweet surprise.

Twinkle does not charge a fee. To hold a seat, go to the Twinkle website and pick your location. The pop-up decks out part of the dining room at 8301 West 135th Street with lights and cheer, which makes it a nice stop for a late lunch or early dinner with children. Stroud's is a James Beard Award winning restaurant serving home style food.

Parent tip: Reserve your seat on the Twinkle website before you go.

See dates and details from Twinkle Christmas Pop-Up (opens in a new tab)

Overland Park: Morning at the North Pole

Breakfast with SantaKansas City Mom Collective · Overland Park

Host
Kansas City Mom Collective (opens in a new tab)
Where
Strang Reserve, 8020 Marty St, Overland Park, KS 66204
When
Sunday, December 6, 2026, 9 am to noon
Cost
$15 per child, adults free
Ages
Kids 0 to 13
Sign-up
Required ahead of time
Confirmed
On the host’s page, checked

The Kansas City Mom Collective presents Morning at the North Pole at Strang Reserve in downtown Overland Park. It happens Sunday, December 6, from 9 am to noon. Tickets are needed only for children ages 0 to 13, at $15 each, while accompanying adults get in free.

Every ticket covers time with Santa Claus, a cocoa bar, cookies to decorate, a place to write Santa a letter, a snow globe to make, a station for mixing reindeer food and an instrument petting zoo. Kids can also play with Christmas slime and bubbles, try a reindeer ring toss and join more seasonal games and crafts. There is a corner set up for snapshots of your children, and the event page promises a relaxed morning without stress.

Parent tip: Adults do not need tickets, only children do. Purchase ahead using the ticket link on the event page.

See dates and details from Kansas City Mom Collective (opens in a new tab)

Overland Park: Whoville Holiday Feast: A Grinchy Cooking Class

Holiday craftsThe Culinary Center of Kansas City · Overland Park

Host
The Culinary Center of Kansas City (opens in a new tab)
Where
The Culinary Center of Kansas City, 7920 Santa Fe Dr, Overland Park, KS 66204
When
Sunday, December 6, 2026, 11 am to 1:30 pm
Cost
$85 per person
Ages
All ages, kids 5 and up cook
Sign-up
Required ahead of time
Confirmed
On the host’s page, checked

This Whoville Kitchen class welcomes Whos of all ages, with recipes easy to recreate at home with your smallest grinches, kids 5 and older. The menu is Grinch's Morning Tonic, Roast Beast Drumsticks with Mount Crumpit Mash and gravy, Max Munch holiday puppy chow and a Who Pudding Trifle to take home.

On arrival guests get a green mocktail of pineapple, cucumber, apple and mint. Chef Laura demonstrates the roast beast drumsticks, and a Whoville Warm Up Station offers a hot chocolate bar with Grinchy fixings. The class runs from 11 am to 1:30 pm on Sunday, December 6, at the Culinary Center in historic downtown Overland Park. The price is $85 per person.

Parent tip: Book ahead. Younger children under 5 are not the target age for the cooking.

See dates and details from The Culinary Center of Kansas City (opens in a new tab)

Overland Park: Electric Glow at the Arboretum

Holiday lightsOverland Park Arboretum and Botanical Gardens · Overland Park

Host
Overland Park Arboretum and Botanical Gardens (opens in a new tab)
Where
Overland Park Arboretum and Botanical Gardens, 8909 W 179th St, Overland Park, KS 66013
When
Wed December 16, Sun December 20, Mon December 21, Tue December 22, Wed December 23 and Sat December 26, 2026, 5 to 8 pm
Cost
$12 per person, ages 5 and under free
Ages
All ages
Sign-up
Required ahead of time
Confirmed
On the host’s page, checked

Electric Glow is a lights only night at the Overland Park Arboretum designed for guests who prefer a quieter, more relaxed holiday light experience. It runs from 5 to 8 pm on December 16, 20, 21, 22, 23 and 26 with limited capacity. The page describes smaller crowds, a low sensory atmosphere and a stroll to see the illuminated displays at your own pace.

Unlike the traditional Luminary Walk, these evenings have no Santa visit, no live holiday music, no candlelit woods and no holiday trains. Tickets are $12 per person, and children 5 and under are free but still need a ticket to hold their spot. It is a good fit for families with young children who find crowds hard.

Parent tip: Buy tickets online ahead of time. Choose this over the Luminary Walk if crowds or noise bother your child.

See dates and details from Overland Park Arboretum and Botanical Gardens (opens in a new tab)

Christmas events for kids in Olathe

4 confirmed events for kids in Olathe, soonest first.

Olathe: KC Winter Wonderland

Holiday lightsKC Pumpkin Patch · Olathe

Host
KC Pumpkin Patch (opens in a new tab)
Where
KC Pumpkin Patch, 13875 S Gardner Road, Olathe, KS 66061 (near Overland Park)
When
Fri November 27, Sat November 28, Sun November 29, Fri December 4, Sat December 5, Sun December 6, Fri December 11, Sat December 12, Sun December 13, Fri December 18, Sat December 19 and Sun December 20, 2026, 5:30 to 9 pm
Cost
Paid admission, buy online to save
Confirmed
On the host’s page, checked

KC Winter Wonderland is a holiday light experience at KC Pumpkin Patch in Olathe on Fridays through Sundays from November 27 to December 20, 2026. Gates open at 5:30 pm, the last light show admission is 8:30 pm, and lights go out at 9 pm.

The page lists photo ops, photos with Santa and a character called The Mean One, plus festival foods and drinks sold separately. A paid admission ticket is required, and buying online costs less than at the gate. A cow cuddling experience with Highland cows is a separate reserved add-on. The page also says tickets are not refundable but can be transferred.

Parent tip: Buy tickets online ahead of time and note that cow cuddling is not included and needs its own reservation.

See dates and details from KC Pumpkin Patch (opens in a new tab)

Olathe: Woodland Tales with Santa Claus

Story time with SantaJohnson County Park and Recreation District · Olathe

Host
Johnson County Park and Recreation District (opens in a new tab)
Where
Ernie Miller Nature Center, 909 N Hwy 7, Olathe, KS 66061 (near Overland Park)
When
Saturday, December 5, 2026, 10 to 11 am
Cost
Kids $9 to $10 in advance, adults $5 to $6
Ages
All ages with an adult
Sign-up
Required ahead of time
Confirmed
On the host’s page, checked

Woodland Tales with Santa Claus is a seasonal program at the Ernie Miller Nature Center in Olathe on Saturday, December 5, from 10 to 11 am. Children and adults each need a registered, paid spot. Kids pay $9 for Johnson County residents or $10 for nonresidents in advance, and adults pay $5 or $6. On site tickets are $11 for children and $7 for adults if space remains.

Families can take a photo with the park's woodsy Santa Claus, see wildlife and listen to stories together. The program is built on the Tales of Father Christmas theme of community and a love of nature. Bring a toy for the Cram the Cruiser Toy Drive. Call 913-826-2800 with questions.

Parent tip: Register and pay in advance for every attendee, adults included. Bring a toy for the toy drive.

See dates and details from Johnson County Park and Recreation District (opens in a new tab)

Olathe: Santa's Nature Storytime

Story time with SantaJohnson County Park and Recreation District · Olathe

Host
Johnson County Park and Recreation District (opens in a new tab)
Where
Ernie Miller Nature Center, 909 N Hwy 7, Olathe, KS 66061 (near Overland Park)
When
Wednesday, December 16, 2026, 10:30 to 11 am
Cost
$3 per person, adults included
Ages
Ages 2 to 6 with an adult
Sign-up
Required ahead of time
Confirmed
On the host’s page, checked

Santa's Nature Storytime is a Preschool Animal Tales program at the Ernie Miller Nature Center on Wednesday, December 16, from 10:30 to 11 am. It is intended for children ages 2 to 6 with an adult. A park naturalist shares animal stories and surprises, and kids get ready to move and meet a special animal friend.

Everyone age 1 and older, including adults, needs a paid spot at $3 each, and infants under 1 are free with a paying family. Because of construction the program is by advance registration only. All children must be accompanied by a paying adult. The Ernie Miller Nature Center is at 909 North Highway 7 in Olathe, a short drive from Overland Park. Call 913-826-2800 with questions.

Parent tip: Advance registration only, and adults need their own paid spot.

See dates and details from Johnson County Park and Recreation District (opens in a new tab)

Olathe: Winter Solstice Celebration

Holiday story timeJohnson County Park and Recreation District · Olathe

Host
Johnson County Park and Recreation District (opens in a new tab)
Where
Ernie Miller Nature Center, 909 N Hwy 7, Olathe, KS 66061 (near Overland Park)
When
Saturday, December 19, 2026
Cost
$13 to $14 in advance, $15 on site
Ages
All ages
Sign-up
Required ahead of time
Confirmed
On the host’s page, checked

On Saturday, December 19, the Ernie Miller Nature Center holds its Winter Solstice Celebration, a calm change of pace from the hectic holiday season. Families wander through the woods beside Little Cedar Creek on paths glowing with luminaries, warm up at the fire, hear tales about the year's longest night, meet live owls and roast marshmallows over a campfire.

The route is roughly one mile of paved trail with a few steep slopes, and it is outside, so wear clothes that suit the weather. Every guest, grown-ups included, needs a paid spot. Advance prices are $13 for residents and $14 for nonresidents, and spots on site cost $15 if any remain. During the event, the park and building are shut to anyone who has no ticket.

Parent tip: Purchase tickets early, because the park is off limits to people without one. Wear weather-appropriate clothing.

See dates and details from Johnson County Park and Recreation District (opens in a new tab)

Christmas events for kids in Lenexa

1 confirmed event for kids in Lenexa, soonest first.

Lenexa: Graham Cracker Cottages at Lenexa City Center Library

Holiday craftsFreeJohnson County Library · Lenexa

Host
Johnson County Library (opens in a new tab)
Where
Lenexa City Center Library, 8778 Penrose Ln, Lenexa, KS 66219 (near Overland Park)
When
Friday, December 11, 2026, 4:30 to 5:30 pm
Cost
Free
Ages
Children with a caregiver
Sign-up
Required ahead of time
Confirmed
On the host’s page, checked

Graham Cracker Cottages at the Lenexa City Center Library takes place on Friday, December 11, from 4:30 to 5:30 pm. Each participant is given a MakerSpace made base structure and supplies to build and decorate a cottage with white icing and colorful candy, the library's version of gingerbread houses.

The event is best for children with a caregiver. Space is limited to 24 and registration is required, with each person making a cottage registered separately. Lenexa is a close neighbor of Overland Park on the west side. The library is at 8778 Penrose Lane in Lenexa. It is a free activity that takes about an hour, and the late afternoon time suits kids after school.

Parent tip: Register each person who wants to make a cottage since space is limited.

See dates and details from Johnson County Library (opens in a new tab)

Looking further afield? Our Kansas Christmas events for kids guide lists every confirmed event in the state, and we have city guides for Wichita, KS and Topeka. The national search sorts every event by distance from your town.

A story for the drive home

A morning with Santa or an evening of holiday stories tends to end the same way: tired kids, a long drive and one more book before bed. Our picture book follows Rally the corgi on his first train ride to see his grand-paw-rents, and every page is painted by hand. If your family is spending December missing someone, it was written for that too. For the car, print our free corgi and train coloring pages.

Rally Takes the Train book cover: a watercolor corgi peeking from a red train

A bedtime story after seeing SantaRally Takes the Train is a five-minute rhyming picture book about a corgi’s first train ride, hand-painted in real watercolor by Leslie Dunn. $16.99 on Amazon, ages 0 to 8.

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Overland Park Christmas events for kids: questions parents ask

What Christmas events for kids are in Overland Park in 2026?

We confirmed 16 Christmas events for kids in Overland Park for 2026 on each host’s own page: The Twinkle Christmas Experience at Stroud's in Overland Park (November 9), Mayor's Holiday Festival in Overland Park (November 20), Holiday Lights on Farmstead Lane in Overland Park (November 26), Bright at Bluhawk: Holiday Tree Lighting in Overland Park (November 27), KC Winter Wonderland in Olathe (November 27), Luminary Walk in Overland Park (November 27), Holiday Stroll in Downtown Overland Park in Overland Park (December 5), Nutcracker Tea Party in Overland Park (December 5), Santa Visits at Twinkle at Stroud's in Overland Park (December 5), Woodland Tales with Santa Claus in Olathe (December 5), Morning at the North Pole in Overland Park (December 6), Whoville Holiday Feast: A Grinchy Cooking Class in Overland Park (December 6), Graham Cracker Cottages at Lenexa City Center Library in Lenexa (December 11), Electric Glow at the Arboretum in Overland Park (December 16), Santa's Nature Storytime in Olathe (December 16) and Winter Solstice Celebration in Olathe (December 19). Every one is listed below with times, cost and a link to the host.

What Christmas events for kids are in Overland Park, Kansas?

For families in and around Overland Park, the confirmed Christmas events for kids this season are: The Twinkle Christmas Experience at Stroud's (Nov 9 to Dec 24, no entrance fee); Mayor's Holiday Festival (Fri, Nov 20, 5 to 8 pm (tree lighting 5:30 pm), free kids crafts and train ride); Holiday Lights on Farmstead Lane (Nightly from Nov 26, 5 to 10 pm, free); Bright at Bluhawk: Holiday Tree Lighting (Fri, Nov 27, 6 to 7:30 pm, free); Luminary Walk (Fridays and Saturdays, Nov 27 to Dec 19, timed entry from 5 pm, $17; ages 5 and under free with a free ticket; electric glow nights $12); Holiday Stroll in Downtown Overland Park (Sat, Dec 5, 10 am to 2 pm (Santa 10 am to noon), free); Nutcracker Tea Party (Sat, Dec 5 at 12 and 4 pm; Sun, Dec 6 at 11:30 am and 3:30 pm, $65 to $125); Santa Visits at Twinkle at Stroud's (Sat, Dec 5, 2:30 to 4:30 pm, no fee, reserve a seat); Morning at the North Pole (Sun, Dec 6, 9 am to noon, $15 per child, adults free); Whoville Holiday Feast: A Grinchy Cooking Class (Sun, Dec 6, 11 am to 1:30 pm, $85 per person); Electric Glow at the Arboretum (Dec 16, 20 to 23 and 26, 5 to 8 pm, $12 per person, ages 5 and under free). Details and the host’s link for each are in the Overland Park section of this page.

What Christmas events for kids are in Olathe, Kansas?

For families in and around Olathe, the confirmed Christmas events for kids this season are: KC Winter Wonderland (Fri to Sun, Nov 27 to Dec 20, 5:30 to 9 pm, paid admission, buy online to save); Woodland Tales with Santa Claus (Sat, Dec 5, 10 to 11 am, kids $9 to $10 in advance, adults $5 to $6); Santa's Nature Storytime (Wed, Dec 16, 10:30 to 11 am, $3 per person, adults included); Winter Solstice Celebration (Sat, Dec 19, $13 to $14 in advance, $15 on site). Details and the host’s link for each are in the Olathe section of this page.

What Christmas events for kids are in Lenexa, Kansas?

For families in and around Lenexa, the confirmed Christmas events for kids this season are: Graham Cracker Cottages at Lenexa City Center Library (Fri, Dec 11, 4:30 to 5:30 pm, free). Details and the host’s link for each are in the Lenexa section of this page.

Are there free Christmas events for kids in Overland Park?

Yes. 6 of the 16 events here are free: The Twinkle Christmas Experience at Stroud's in Overland Park, Holiday Lights on Farmstead Lane in Overland Park, Bright at Bluhawk: Holiday Tree Lighting in Overland Park, Holiday Stroll in Downtown Overland Park in Overland Park, Santa Visits at Twinkle at Stroud's in Overland Park and Graham Cracker Cottages at Lenexa City Center Library in Lenexa. Some free events still ask you to register, so check each listing.

Where can kids see Santa in Overland Park this December?

Santa appears at Mayor's Holiday Festival in Overland Park (November 20), Bright at Bluhawk: Holiday Tree Lighting in Overland Park (November 27), KC Winter Wonderland in Olathe (November 27), Luminary Walk in Overland Park (November 27), Holiday Stroll in Downtown Overland Park in Overland Park (December 5), Santa Visits at Twinkle at Stroud's in Overland Park (December 5), Woodland Tales with Santa Claus in Olathe (December 5), Morning at the North Pole in Overland Park (December 6) and Santa's Nature Storytime in Olathe (December 16). Times and booking rules are in each event’s listing above.

Where are there Christmas story times for kids in Overland Park?

Holiday story times on this page: Woodland Tales with Santa Claus in Olathe, Santa's Nature Storytime in Olathe and Winter Solstice Celebration in Olathe. Library story times are usually free; story times with a meal or show are ticketed.

Where can we have breakfast or a meal with Santa in Overland Park?

Meals with Santa confirmed for 2026: Santa Visits at Twinkle at Stroud's in Overland Park (Sat, Dec 5, 2:30 to 4:30 pm) and Morning at the North Pole in Overland Park (Sun, Dec 6, 9 am to noon). These usually sell out, so book as soon as you pick a date.

Which Overland Park Christmas events are best for toddlers?

These are aimed at babies, toddlers and preschoolers: Santa's Nature Storytime in Olathe (Ages 2 to 6 with an adult).

Are there kids' Christmas events in Overland Park on Christmas Eve or after Christmas?

Yes: The Twinkle Christmas Experience at Stroud's in Overland Park (through December 24), Holiday Lights on Farmstead Lane in Overland Park (through December 31), Luminary Walk in Overland Park (through December 26) and Electric Glow at the Arboretum in Overland Park (through December 26).

How much is The Twinkle Christmas Experience at Stroud's in Overland Park?

No entrance fee. The Twinkle Christmas Experience at Stroud's is on Monday, November 9, 2026 to Thursday, December 24, 2026 (see Twinkle site for hours) at Stroud's Overland Park. Confirm on the host’s page before you go.

How much is Mayor's Holiday Festival in Overland Park?

Free kids crafts and train ride. Mayor's Holiday Festival is on Friday, November 20, 2026, 5 to 8 pm at Clock Tower Landing and downtown Overland Park. Confirm on the host’s page before you go.

How much is Holiday Lights on Farmstead Lane in Overland Park?

Free. Holiday Lights on Farmstead Lane is on Thursday, November 26, 2026 to Thursday, December 31, 2026 (nightly, tune radio to 90.5 Rose FM), 5 to 10 pm at Deanna Rose Children's Farmstead. Confirm on the host’s page before you go.

How much is Bright at Bluhawk: Holiday Tree Lighting in Overland Park?

Free. Bright at Bluhawk: Holiday Tree Lighting is on Friday, November 27, 2026, 6 to 7:30 pm at Bluhawk. Confirm on the host’s page before you go.

How much is KC Winter Wonderland in Olathe?

Paid admission, buy online to save. KC Winter Wonderland is on Fri November 27, Sat November 28, Sun November 29, Fri December 4, Sat December 5, Sun December 6, Fri December 11, Sat December 12, Sun December 13, Fri December 18, Sat December 19 and Sun December 20, 2026, 5:30 to 9 pm at KC Pumpkin Patch. Confirm on the host’s page before you go.

How much is Luminary Walk in Overland Park?

$17; ages 5 and under free with a free ticket; Electric Glow nights $12. Luminary Walk is on Fri November 27 (5 to 9 pm), Sat November 28 (5 to 9 pm), Fri December 4 (5 to 9 pm), Sat December 5 (5 to 9 pm), Fri December 11 (5 to 9 pm), Sat December 12 (5 to 9 pm), Wed December 16, Fri December 18 (5 to 9 pm), Sat December 19 (5 to 9 pm), Sun December 20, Mon December 21, Tue December 22, Wed December 23 and Sat December 26, 2026 at Overland Park Arboretum & Botanical Gardens. Confirm on the host’s page before you go.

How much is Holiday Stroll in Downtown Overland Park in Overland Park?

Free. Holiday Stroll in Downtown Overland Park is on Saturday, December 5, 2026, 10 am to 2 pm at Clock Tower Plaza and Clock Tower Landing. Confirm on the host’s page before you go.

How much is Nutcracker Tea Party in Overland Park?

$65 to $125. Nutcracker Tea Party is on Sat December 5 (noon to 4 pm) and Sun December 6 (11:30 am to 3:30 pm), 2026 at Fiorella's Event Space. Confirm on the host’s page before you go.

How much is Santa Visits at Twinkle at Stroud's in Overland Park?

No fee, reserve a seat. Santa Visits at Twinkle at Stroud's is on Saturday, December 5, 2026, 2:30 to 4:30 pm at Stroud's Overland Park. Confirm on the host’s page before you go.

How much is Woodland Tales with Santa Claus in Olathe?

Kids $9 to $10 in advance, adults $5 to $6. Woodland Tales with Santa Claus is on Saturday, December 5, 2026, 10 to 11 am at Ernie Miller Nature Center. Confirm on the host’s page before you go.

How much is Morning at the North Pole in Overland Park?

$15 per child, adults free. Morning at the North Pole is on Sunday, December 6, 2026, 9 am to noon at Strang Reserve. Confirm on the host’s page before you go.

How much is Whoville Holiday Feast: A Grinchy Cooking Class in Overland Park?

$85 per person. Whoville Holiday Feast: A Grinchy Cooking Class is on Sunday, December 6, 2026, 11 am to 1:30 pm at The Culinary Center of Kansas City. Confirm on the host’s page before you go.

How much is Graham Cracker Cottages at Lenexa City Center Library in Lenexa?

Free. Graham Cracker Cottages at Lenexa City Center Library is on Friday, December 11, 2026, 4:30 to 5:30 pm at Lenexa City Center Library. Confirm on the host’s page before you go.

How much is Electric Glow at the Arboretum in Overland Park?

$12 per person, ages 5 and under free. Electric Glow at the Arboretum is on Wed December 16, Sun December 20, Mon December 21, Tue December 22, Wed December 23 and Sat December 26, 2026, 5 to 8 pm at Overland Park Arboretum and Botanical Gardens. Confirm on the host’s page before you go.

How much is Santa's Nature Storytime in Olathe?

$3 per person, adults included. Santa's Nature Storytime is on Wednesday, December 16, 2026, 10:30 to 11 am at Ernie Miller Nature Center. Confirm on the host’s page before you go.

How much is Winter Solstice Celebration in Olathe?

$13 to $14 in advance, $15 on site. Winter Solstice Celebration is on Saturday, December 19, 2026 at Ernie Miller Nature Center. Confirm on the host’s page before you go.

Are there Christmas train rides for kids in Overland Park?

Yes, but they have their own guide. Santa trains and holiday train rides are listed in our Overland Park Christmas train rides guide, so this page sticks to story times, Santa visits and other events off the rails.

How do you confirm these events?

We list an event only after we find this season’s date on the host’s own website or an official city or tourism calendar. We last checked every listing on November 2, 2026. Hosts change details, so always confirm on the host’s page before you go.

Event names belong to their hosts. Rally Takes the Train is a family picture book and is not affiliated with, sponsored by or endorsed by any host listed here. Confirm dates, times and prices on each host’s own site before you go.

Kelsey Cecil
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