Kid-Friendly Holiday Attractions in OP

Spending the holidays in Overland Park can feel like pure magic, especially when little ones light up at every twinkling display and festive moment.

So pack your bags and bring the kids to Overland Park to make lasting memories this holiday season.

A mother and daughter ice skating under twinkling lights at Chicken N Pickle in Overland Park

Holiday Lights on Farmstead Lane

Head to one of the city's most popular locations, Deanna Rose Children's Farmstead, for a magical drive thru light show!

With timed lights synced to classic Christmas songs, recognizable characters and plenty of parking spots to view it all, Holiday Lights on Farmstead Lane is both stunning and free.

Find the perfect spot to park, switch off your headlights, tune your radio to 90.5 Rose FM, and get ready for the magic to begin.

The show lasts around 45 minutes and you can come and go as you please from 5:00 to 10:00 PM. But even if you don’t bring kids, this light show is sure to delight!

Discover more holiday lights in Overland Park with the 2025 Holiday Lights Guide.

Ice Skating at Chicken N Pickle

Chicken N Pickle in Prairiefire is a fun stop for families any time of year, and the holiday season adds an extra layer of charm.

The restaurant shifts into a winter scene each November as its pickleball courts turn into a sparkling ice rink where guests can glide beneath festive lights.

A Skate Pass is $11, and skate rentals are an additional $4, with children 3 and under admitted for free.

All guests sign a waiver before stepping onto the ice, and the rink welcomes skaters Monday through Friday starting at 4 PM and on weekends starting at 10 AM.

The experience feels even more special when paired with a private igloo rental in the holiday pop-up upstairs, creating the perfect setting for a full day of seasonal fun.

Find more things to do in Prairiefire here.

Oak Park Mall

You can knock out your whole holiday shopping list at Oak Park Mall while the kids have fun at the same time.

Stop by Santa's Workshop and enter the festive world of Santa Claus where you can have your photo taken and hand deliver your letter to the man in red himself.

The mall also has fun stores for children to enjoy like the Lego Store, Build-A-Bear Workshop, District Eat & Play, and Sugah Rush Berries.

When you need a break from the stores, there’s a play area for smaller children right next to their carousel in the center of the mall.

Explore more holiday shopping with this guide of gift ideas for everyone on your list.

Luminary Walk at the Arboretum

At the 26th Annual Luminary Walk, you can stroll through twinkling trails at the Overland Park Arboretum & Botanical Gardens as hundreds of softly glowing candles and festive lights bring the winter night to life.

As live music flows through the candlelit woods, you'll find fairy and gnome villages, holiday trains and maybe even snap a photo with Santa Claus.

Trees, buildings, and bridges are all part of the show, with thousands of lights aglow.

Be sure to dress in warm layers to stay comfortable during your visit. It takes one to two hours to go through the entire display.

This event runs from 5:00 to 9:00 PM, but the last walk starts at 8:00 PM. Free parking is available.

Tickets are $17 and must be purchased in advance online. Children 5 and under are free, but require a ticket to hold their reservation.

Schedule more holiday outings with our calendar of events.

Family-Friendly Holiday Pop Ups

The enchanting Twinkle Christmas Pop Up has officially landed at both Stroud's and Barley's Kitchen + Tap!

Get ready for dazzling Christmas lights, festive tunes, cozy drinks, delicious bites, and endless holiday cheer that will bring joy to all ages.

Both restaurants are decked out with tons of decorations and will be serving special food and drink menus filled with festive favorites November 10 through January 3.

Click here to make a reservation at Twinkle at Stroud's.

Click here to make a reservation at Twinkle at Barley's Kitchen + Tap.

View the full list of Holiday Pop Up Bars in Overland Park here.

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Samantha Travis

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A proud Jayhawk and lifelong Kansan, Samantha Travis is the face behind Visit Overland Park's social media channels. With a journalism degree from the University of Kansas, she’s turned her passion for storytelling into a career by sharing the best of Overland Park through blog and social content. Her day-to-day might include discovering a new art exhibit, meeting with local business owners, or hunting down the best BBQ in town. Her mission? To turn every visitor into an Overland Park superfan, one post at a time.

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