Excelsior Springs, MO – Families across Clay County and the Kansas City metro are invited to enjoy a brightly lit holiday tradition tonight as the Excelsior Springs Christmas Lane of Lights opens from 5:30 to 9 p.m. along Lover’s Lane. The annual event offers a safe, drive-through experience featuring colorful displays, community decorations and seasonal music—all while supporting the Clay County Sheriff’s Office HALO Team.
According to the Clay County Sheriff’s Office, tonight’s event helps raise funds for the HALO (Helping All Live Optimally) program, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit that assists Sheriff’s Office employees facing financial emergencies. The organization provides support with utility bills, rent or mortgage payments, car repairs, groceries, medical and therapy expenses, and school lunch balances. Officials say the goal is to ensure employees can continue focusing on serving Clay County residents while having critical financial relief available when unexpected hardships arise.
The HALO Team is managed by a volunteer board of Sheriff’s Office employees, and proceeds from tonight’s Lane of Lights event help sustain those services throughout the year. Visitors can simply drive through the illuminated route and donate at the entrance or exit if they wish to support the program.
Excelsior Springs’ Lane of Lights is a long-running seasonal attraction and typically draws both local families and visitors from surrounding towns, including Liberty, Kearney, and the greater Kansas City area. With mild weather expected tonight, organizers anticipate strong attendance.
Residents are encouraged to arrive early, as traffic may increase along Lover’s Lane before the 5:30 p.m. opening. The event continues nightly through the holiday season with rotating local hosts.
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