Festivals + Celebrations

Our Favorite Spring & Summer Festivals & Events in the Midwest

Kansas City is the place to be, offering unforgettable experiences and making it the perfect destination year-round. With family-friendly fun and cultural events, the city celebrates in style. Loews Kansas City Hotel puts you right in the heart of it all, nestled in the city's vibrant arts district. Explore exciting events and everything else the city has to offer, all just steps away.

Kansas City International Airport (MCI) - 22 mi, less than a 30-minute drive away.

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Kansas City Event Highlights

Winter Magic | Kansas City’s Favorite Holiday Light Party | November 11, 2025 - January 4, 2026

Now celebrating the 6th season, Kansas City’s favorite drive-thru holiday lights return to Platte Purchase Park in the Northland. Experience over a mile of synchronized holiday lights all from the comfort of your car, with festive tunes broadcast straight to your radio.

Energy Festival of Lights | November 20, 2025 - January 3, 2026

More than 20 miles of holiday lights comprise installations that highlight the natural forms of Powell Gardens’ tree collection, show off the exceptional architecture and landscape design of the gardens, and provide Instagram and holiday card-worthy photo stops along the way.

Bird Watching International Film Festival | November 20-24, 2025

Yearly 3-day festival of in-person screenings and parties dedicated to bringing indie shorts, documentaries, music videos, and feature films to the KC area.

The Strawberry Swing, 15th Annual Holiday Swing: Weekend One of Two | November 29-30, 2025

Kansas City’s original and premier outdoor & indoor European-style Chriskindl Market. Join KC’s greatest artists, makers, and more to celebrate the handmade movement alongside food trucks, drinks, and music.

Note – it's about a 20-minute drive from downtown KC.

Parkville Christmas on the River | December 5, 2025

Celebrate the holidays at the annual Parkville Christmas on the River celebration! Bring the family to enjoy the holiday market, entertainment, photos with Santa and holiday characters, kids activities, and festival food and beverage, followed by a holiday fireworks show at 8:45pm.

Osawatomie Christmas Festival | December 6, 2025

Featuring pictures with Santa, raffle prizes, vendors, dance performances, the lighting of the Mayor’s Christmas Tree & more!

Note – it's about a 55-minute drive from downtown KC.

3rd Annual Westport Christmas Market | December 13, 2025

Holiday tradition that transforms the Historic Westport District into a winter wonderland, featuring KC area makers and crafters, festive beverages, carolers singing your favorite classics, holiday crafts, and even a visit from Santa and Buddy the Elf!