Drive Through Santa’s Magical Kingdom In Missouri For A Family-Friendly Holiday Adventure
Beth Price-Williams
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Remember how excited you were on Christmas Eve as a kid? Most of us probably struggled to fall asleep, in such anticipation of running to the tree on Christmas morning to see what Santa left us. Today, we can reclaim some of that childhood excitement and awe with the many activities that add a magical touch to the Christmas season. Drive through Santa’s Magical Kingdom in Missouri, glistening in millions of lights, for example, for an unforgettable adventure that just might make you feel like a kid again. Christmas in Missouri is a wondrous time!
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Christmas in Missouri
What are the best Christmas towns in Missouri?
The best Christmas towns in Missouri include:
- Ste. Genevieve. Locals love the annual Christmas festival that’s held here with live performances, parades, activities, and a visit with Santa.
- Warrensburg. This little town turns into an 1800s Christmas town every holiday season and carriage rides, old-fashioned crafts, and much more.
- Kansas City. The annual Plaza Lights Lighting Ceremony is a sight to behold and covers an area of 15 city blocks.
- New Madrid. The Hunter-Dawson State Historic Site has an antebellum home that is decorated with a classic Victorian Christmas style that is quite a sight.
Find out more about the best Christmas towns in Missouri.
What are the best drive-thru Christmas light displays in Missouri?
The best drive-thru Christmas light displays in Missouri include:
- The Shepherd of the Hills in Branson. This 160-acre display has millions of multicolored lights including several animated displays.
- Christmas in the Park in Lees Summit. Bask in the glow of over 300,000 lights from more than 175 light displays at this stunning spectacle.
- Santa’s Magical Kingdom in Pacific. This drive-thru display stretches for a full mile with millions of lights and you can shop at Kringle’s Store at the end.
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What are the best Christmas lights displays in Missouri?
The best Christmas light displays in Missouri include:
- Old Time Christmas in Branson. With over 5 million lights, 1,000 decorated trees, two Broadway-style shows, and a five-story Christmas tree, you won’t soon forget this display
- Garden Glow in St. Louis. You’ll find that amazing display at the Missouri Botanical Garden, with a vast array of twinkling and pulsing lights.
- Ozark Mountain Lights & Village in Branson. This display has a “magical mile” pop-up Christmas village as well as train rides, hot chocolate, and Clydesdale horses.
- Candy Cane Lane in St. Louis. This is a residential neighborhood where each family decks out their home with some of the most intricate displays.
Discover more about the best Christmas light displays in Missouri.