Holiday Weekend Itinerary in Kansas City

Buenos días

Start your weekend off right by brunching at Gram & Dun a modern American restaurant located on the Country Club Plaza and known for crave-worthy menu.

Después, acérquese a las tiendas y boutiques de la Plaza, de inspiración española, para terminar de comprar regalos en los centros comerciales locales y de gama alta. Y no te preocupes por perderte las luces: volverás más tarde.

Por la tarde

Cálzate los patines y lánzate a la pista de hielo del Terraza de Hielo del Crown Centeruna tradición invernal perfecta para todas las edades.

When you’ve had your fill of skating, get caffeinated and grab a bite at one of KC’s stellar coffee shops, like Messenger Coffee Co. (nestled in the heart of the Crossroads Arts District) or The Filling Station.

Por la noche

Start your night by returning to Crown Center, where you’ll find the jaw-dropping Mayor’s Christmas Tree, which towers at 100 feet high and illuminates the entire district.

After snapping pics and taking in the seasonal splendor, make your way to the Kauffman Center for the Performing Arts, a stellar venue that features outstanding winter performances, including Handel’s Messiah, Christmas Festival and Kansas City Ballet’s The Nutcracker.

After catching a show, explore some of Kansas City’s favorite bars as they transform into winter wonderlands. Holiday magic can be found throughout the city with cozy rooftop igloos, seasonal cocktails and entire rooms turned into snow globes.

Explore Holiday Pop-Up Bars in Kansas City

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Start your morning slowly with a cup of coffee from the Fabricado en KC Café, where you’ll find locally made souvenirs (ideal for last-minute presents), pastries and caffeine pick-me-ups from regional roasters—plus the shop’s signature cereal milk lattes.

Una vez que haya repostado, coja el Tranvía KC y baja hasta Union Stationuna maravilla arquitectónica que se engalana con el esplendor de las fiestas gracias a un árbol de Navidad más grande que la vida y a decoraciones intemporales.

Por la tarde

If the Kansas City Chiefs are in town, don your red and yellow and head to Arrowhead Stadium for the most enthusiastic tailgate culture in the country. Come kickoff, you’ll join tens of thousands of fellow fans cheering on the boys in red to gridiron glory.

Those in search of brunch and lunch will find no shortage of options in the area. Head to Rye for down-home comfort food, TACO NACO KC for tacos, burritos and more or, if you can’t decide, make your way to Strang Hall, a food hall featuring multiple cuisines and stylish digs.

Por la noche

Holiday cheer is in abundance at Winter Magic, a mesmerizing drive-through display featuring a mile of lights guiding you through Platte Purchase Park.

While up north, stop by Zona Rosa for gifts and a look at the merry and bright Northern Lights crowns, a suspended lighting installation that illuminates the entire shopping district.

Termine con estilo admirando las Luces de la Plazaun favorito anual que se remonta a casi 100 años y un final apropiado para un viaje de vacaciones perfecto.