Holiday Weekend Itinerary in Kansas City

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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.

Ensuite, faites un tour dans les magasins et boutiques de la Plaza, d'inspiration espagnole, pour finaliser vos achats de cadeaux dans les centres commerciaux locaux et haut de gamme. Et ne vous inquiétez pas d'avoir manqué les lumières, vous reviendrez plus tard.

Après-midi

Chaussez vos patins et allez sur la glace au Crown Center Ice Terraceune tradition hivernale qui convient à tous les âges.

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.

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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.

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Start your morning slowly with a cup of coffee from the Fabriqué au 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.

Une fois que vous aurez fait le plein d'énergie, prenez le KC Streetcar et descendez jusqu'à Union Stationune merveille architecturale qui se pare d'une splendeur saisonnière grâce à un sapin de Noël plus grand que nature et à des décorations intemporelles.

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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.

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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.

Terminez en beauté en admirant les Plaza Lightsun événement annuel favori qui remonte à près de 100 ans et qui constitue la fin idéale d'un voyage de vacances parfait.