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Christmas Lights in Lee's Summit, MO

The top places to see Christmas lights in Lee's Summit this season are Christmas in the Park at Longview Lake (Nov 25 – Dec 31), Christmas in the Park (Nov 25 – Dec 31) and Overland Park Arboretum Holiday Luminary Walk (Nov 27 – Dec 26). We've mapped 6 displays in Lee's Summit and 28 more nearby (9 tree lightings, 7 events, 5 walk-thrus). 21 are free. 11 are synced to music. Tap any display for dates, hours and directions.

Updated Nov 12, 2026

Christmas in the Park

Drive-thru Β· Lee's Summit, MO Β· Free (voluntary exit donations to local charities)

Opens soon

Nov 25 – Dec 31

Christmas in the Park at Longview Lake

Drive-thru Β· Lee's Summit, MO Β· Free; donations go to local charities

Opens soon

Nov 25 – Dec 31

Trip the Light Fantastic Bike Ride

Event Β· Lee's Summit, MO Β· Free

Opens soon

Nov 22 – Nov 22

Christmas in the Park (Lee's Summit)

Drive-thru Β· Lee's Summit, MO Β· Free, donations encouraged

Lee's Summit Magic Tree Lighting

Tree lighting Β· Lee's Summit, MO Β· Free; donations support Operation Toy Soldier

Mayor's Tree Lighting, Downtown Lee's Summit

Tree lighting Β· Lee's Summit, MO

Near Lee's Summit (within 25 miles)

Independence Holiday Parade

Parade Β· Independence, MO

Opens soon

9.0 miNov 14 – Nov 14

Holiday Tours at Bingham-Waggoner Estate

Event Β· Independence, MO

Opens soon

12 miNov 17 – Dec 30

Mayor's Tree Lighting at Hiram Young Park

Tree lighting Β· Independence, MO

Opens soon Music

12 miDec 4 – Dec 4

Englewood Parade of Lights

Parade Β· Independence, MO

Opens soon

12 miNov 28 – Nov 28

Square Lighting on the Independence Square

Tree lighting Β· Independence, MO Β· Free; sleigh rides $5

Opens soon Music

12 miNov 20 – Nov 20

A Victorian Fairytale Christmas at Vaile Mansion

Event Β· Independence, MO

Opens soon

13 miNov 28 – Dec 30

Country Club Plaza Lights and Lighting Ceremony

Event Β· Kansas City, MO Β· Free

Opens soon Music

14 miNov 26 – Jan 10

Christmas in the Sky

Event Β· Kansas City, MO Β· Free

Opens soon Music

14 miNov 25 – Nov 25

The Soul of Santa Tree Lighting

Tree lighting Β· Kansas City, MO Β· Not listed

Opens soon

15 miNov 25 – Dec 5

Hallmark Christmas Experience at Crown Center

Event Β· Kansas City, MO Β· $20 Night on the Square pass (includes the Light Walk) or $99 day pass

Opens soon Music

15 miNov 27 – Dec 20

Holiday Reflections at Union Station

Walk-thru Β· Kansas City, MO Β· Ticketed (2025: $8-$12)

Opens soon

15 miNov 20 – Jan 4

Light Up The Pitch at CPKC Stadium

Event Β· Kansas City, MO Β· Not listed

Opens soon

17 miNov 27 – Jan 3

Overland Park Arboretum Holiday Luminary Walk

Walk-thru Β· Overland Park, KS Β· Ticketed (price not confirmed)

Opens soon

18 miNov 27 – Dec 26

Festival of Lights at Powell Gardens

Walk-thru Β· Kingsville, MO Β· Garden admission (2025: $19 adults, $10 ages 5-12)

Opens soon

19 miNov 19 – Jan 3

Sar-Ko Aglow

Walk-thru Β· Lenexa, KS Β· Free

Opens soon

20 miDec 5 – Jan 18

Grandview Mayor's Christmas Tree Lighting

Tree lighting Β· Grandview, MO Β· Free

6.8 mi

Mayor's Christmas Tree Lighting at The View

Tree lighting Β· Grandview, MO Β· Free

6.8 mi

GloWild at the Kansas City Zoo

Walk-thru Β· Kansas City, MO Β· Zoo admission (2026 price not confirmed)

9.2 mi

Crysler Lights

Home display Β· Independence, MO Β· Free

Music

9.8 mi

Lights on Apache

Home display Β· Independence, MO Β· Free

Music

14 mi

Mayor's Christmas Tree at Crown Center

Tree lighting Β· Kansas City, MO Β· Free

15 mi

Overland Park Mayor's Christmas Tree Lighting

Tree lighting Β· Overland Park, KS Β· Free

16 mi

Ultimate Lights on Farmstead Lane

Drive-thru Β· Overland Park, KS Β· Free

Music

16 mi

Uncle Roger's Holiday Spirit Lights

Home display Β· Olathe, KS Β· Free

Music

20 mi

Shoemaker Family Christmas Light Show

Home display Β· Olathe, KS Β· Free

Music

21 mi

Addington Christmas Display Cul-de-sac

Neighborhood Β· Olathe, KS Β· Free

21 mi

Williams Christmas Lights

Home display Β· Shawnee, KS Β· Free

Music

24 mi

Quivira Woods Neighborhood Lights

Neighborhood Β· Shawnee, KS Β· Free

25 mi

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Christmas lights in Lee's Summit: common questions

What are the best Christmas lights in Lee's Summit?

Popular picks this season include Christmas in the Park at Longview Lake (Nov 25 – Dec 31), Christmas in the Park (Nov 25 – Dec 31), Overland Park Arboretum Holiday Luminary Walk (Nov 27 – Dec 26) and Festival of Lights at Powell Gardens (Nov 19 – Jan 3). In all, 34 displays are mapped in and around Lee's Summit, from decorated houses and neighborhoods to ticketed light shows.

Where can I see free Christmas lights in Lee's Summit?

Free options include Christmas in the Park at Longview Lake, Christmas in the Park, Sar-Ko Aglow and Trip the Light Fantastic Bike Ride. 21 of the 34 displays near Lee's Summit are free to visit; most home and neighborhood displays cost nothing to drive by.

Is there a drive-thru Christmas light show near Lee's Summit?

Yes. Christmas in the Park at Longview Lake (Free; donations go to local charities), Christmas in the Park (Free (voluntary exit donations to local charities)) and Christmas in the Park (Lee's Summit) (Free, donations encouraged). Drive-thru shows usually charge per car, and buying tickets online ahead of time is often faster.

Are there Christmas lights synced to music in Lee's Summit?

Yes. Country Club Plaza Lights and Lighting Ceremony, Christmas in the Sky (tune to 99.7 FM) and Hallmark Christmas Experience at Crown Center. Synced displays broadcast their soundtrack on a low-power FM station so you can listen from your car.

When do Christmas lights start in Lee's Summit?

The earliest Lee's Summit-area displays turn on Nov 14, and most are running by the weekend after Thanksgiving. Many stay lit through New Year's; check each display's page for its exact dates and nightly hours.

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