Lee’s Summit, MO – Families across Jackson County and the Kansas City metro can once again experience more than one million twinkling lights as the 38th Annual Christmas in the Park continues nightly through Wednesday, December 31.
According to Jackson County Parks + Rec, the massive drive-thru display at Longview Lake Park features over 200 animated installations, glowing arches, holiday characters, and festive scenes designed and built by county crews. The event begins at the Frank White Jr. Softball Complex and winds through the Longview Lake Campground, offering a colorful winter spectacle for visitors of all ages.
The light show operates Sunday through Thursday from 5:30–10:00 p.m. and Friday–Saturday from 5:30–11:00 p.m. Organizers recommend weekday visits early in the season to avoid long lines, which typically grow closer to Christmas.
Admission is free, but voluntary exit donations support 36 local charities throughout Jackson County. Since its inception, Christmas in the Park has raised more than $1.5 million for nonprofits serving children, families, and community outreach programs.
Local 501(c)(3) organizations can also participate by volunteering at donation exits. Groups of 6–10 volunteers assist from 5:15–10:00 p.m. on weekdays (or until 11:00 p.m. on weekends) and receive a share of collected donations—up to $1,000. Participating groups are chosen through an annual lottery.
Christmas in the Park remains one of Missouri’s largest and longest-running holiday traditions, drawing thousands of vehicles each winter. Visitors are encouraged to bring cocoa, load up the car, and enjoy one of the region’s most popular seasonal attractions.
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