Powell Gardens Festival of Lights 2024-2025 in Midwest
A popular holiday attraction in Kansas City area, Missouri
Dates: November 14, 2024–January 4, 2025 (sleected dates)
The Powell Gardens Festival of Lights is an impressive holiday experience in a unique place. A lighting exhibition in the botanical garden is curated by the Powell Gardens Horticulture staff. A one-mile pathway features numerous botanically themed light displays. This magical illuminated path goes through six of the seven themed sections.
Powell Gardens Festival of Lights Events and Activities
A Christmas Tree is on display at the visitor's center. Carolers will make you stroll through the garden, especially cheerful every Saturday. Santa Claus will join kids on the walkthrough Winter Wonderland, pose for pictures and will listen to holiday wishes on certain days. Holly Jolly Rest Stop at Heartland Harvest Garden offers refreshments and some warmth by the heaters.
Snack with a sugar cookie and a hot drink, enjoy the train display installed by the Mo-Kan Garden Railroaders Group, and explore the Missouri Barn Silo, which also provides the best view of the garden. Kids will also enjoy a ride on the bedecked tram and a life-sized board game. More free activities for kids will be available each day from 4 to 8 pm, including an ornament station and gift workshop.
Festival Hours
The display is open Thursday through Sunday, and admission is $12 for adults and $5 for children aged 5 to 12.
Admission and Parking
An adult pass to the Powell Gardens Festival of Lights on Wednesday, Thursday, and Sunday costs $19. For military personnel (active-duty and retired) with a valid ID, as well as seniors (ages 60+), the price is $17. A youth pass costs $10, while children aged 4 and under are admitted for free.
An adult pass on Friday and Saturday is $22, military personnel (active-duty and retired) with a valid ID, as well as seniors (ages 60+) pass is $18. A youth pass costs $12, and children aged 4 and under have a free entrance. Parking on-site is $10.
Location
Powell Gardens is one of the region’s top botanical gardens and a popular destination at the Kansas City area. It is famous for showcasing the beauty of the Midwestern landscape.
