For Just One Day Each Year, Washington, Missouri, Transforms Into An Old-Fashioned Christmas Wonderland
Beth Price-Williams
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The holiday season is all about spending time and making memories with family and friends. Fortunately, we have no shortage of ways to celebrate during Christmastime in Missouri – from visiting attractions like Santa’s Magical Kingdom to shopping at Christkindl Market in Rolla. Gather the whole family for the Olde Fashioned Christmas in Washington, Missouri which features activities and a visit from Santa and Mrs. Claus. Let’s take a look at this event at the best Christmas town in Missouri.
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Get a closer look at this fantastic holiday event:
Have you ever been to the Olde Fashioned Christmas in Washington, Missouri? Share your experiences at this lovely Christmas town in Missouri in the comments! Ready to get into the Christmas spirit in a big way? Plan a visit to Big Cedar Lodge, which is all decked out for the holidays and features fun activities for guests and the public.
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The Winter Wonderland of Missouri
What are the most magical Christmas towns in Missouri?
The most magical Christmas towns in Missouri include:
- Hermann. This town has an annual, authentic German Christmas market and a cookie walk as well as several festive events that you won’t want to miss.
- St. Charles. The annual St. Charles Christmas Traditions is a month-long celebration with tons of activities and events that truly bring the holiday spirit.
- Warrensburg. Every year, this town hosts A Dickens Christmas where locals are decked out in Dickensian garb and there are all sorts of festivities.
Learn more about the most magical Christmas towns in Missouri.
What are the best winter getaways in Missouri?
The best winter getaways in Missouri include:
- Big Cedar Lodge. Located in the Ozark Mountains, this lodge has rustic and luxurious stays and activities including ice skating, a “sleigh bell scurry” and varied Christmas events.
- Tan-Tar-A Estates at Margaritaville Resorts. This resort is located in Osage Beach in Lake of the Ozarks and has golfing, horseback riding, boating, bowling, and much more.
- Branson. This charming town has Old Time Christmas events at resorts like the Chateau on the Lake which also makes for a great stay.
Here are 12 more of the best winter getaways in Missouri.
What are some of the best winter activities in Missouri?
These are some of the best winter activities in Missouri:
- The Nutcracker. This world-famous Tchaikovsky ballet is performed by major ballet companies in Kansas City, St. Louis, Springfield, Columbia, and the Missouri Ballet.
- Garden Glow. Located at the Missouri Botanical Gardens, this is a light display consisting of about one million lights and is a local favorite.
- The Loop Ice Carnival. St. Louis holds this yearly event starting with the Snow Ball at the Moonrise Hotel. Other activities include ice sculpture contests, human dogsled races, frozen turkey bowling, and more.
Here are seven more of the best winter activities in Missouri.