Here are seven things to do in KC this weekend, January 1—4 including Kansas City Mavericks vs. Fort Wayne Komets, Snow Creek and Songbird Sessions: Georgia Lee Bruders and Maya Bledsoe.
Festival of Lights
The only thing more beautiful than Powell Gardens in the spring is the botanical garden in the winter, shining with holiday lights. The Festival of Lights is a great opportunity to appreciate the garden’s landscape and architecture while ushering in the holiday spirit. Attendees may enjoy other attractions such as winter plants like poinsettias, local artwork, opportunities to visit Santa and even workshops on how to make holiday decorations and special musical performances.
November 20—January 3. Powell Gardens.
Kansas City Mavericks vs. Fort Wayne Komets
The Kansas City Mavericks hit the ice for two home games against the Fort Wayne Komets. Currently ranked number two in the ECHL Western Conference, the Mavericks face their third-ranked Indiana rivals in a rematch following a narrow 5-4 win over Fort Wayne on December 12.
January 2 at 7:05 pm. January 3 at 6:05 pm. Cable Dahmer Arena.
Kinnor Philharmonic: Silver Sounds of a Golden Era
Kick 2026 off right with the White Theatre’s musical New Year’s Day tradition. Returning for its thirteenth year, Kinnor Philharmonic—the venue’s artist-in-residence—will perform selections from Hollywood’s golden age, including music from Gone With The Wind, The Wizard of Oz and more.
January 1. 2 pm. The White Theatre at The J.
Songbird Sessions: Georgia Lee Bruders and Maya Bledsoe
Every Sunday evening, non-profit organization Manor Records spotlights KC musicians with concert series Songbird Sessions. This week, emerging folk artists Georgia Lee Bruders and Maya Bledsoe take the stage.
January 4. 6 pm. Arts KC.
Snow Creek
No need to head to the mountains to go skiing––enjoy the slopes at Snow Creek. Located just outside of Weston on the scenic Missouri River bluffs, the 25-acre resort offers skiing, snowboarding and tubing throughout the season, or for as long as temps stay below freezing.
December 26—March. Times vary. 1 Snow Creek Dr, Weston, MO.
Holiday Reflections
At Union Station’s Holiday Reflections walk-through village, the Grand Hall transforms into a light-filled winter wonderland featuring singing reindeer and penguins, visits from Santa, a historic ride-on train, animated shop windows and over 10,000 square feet of model trains. Returning for its fifth year, new additions include a gingerbread village, a singing snowman and a tree slide.
November 21—January 4. Times vary. Union Station.
Raven Halfmoon
Building on the Kemper Museum’s legacy of visionary commissions, the museum will present a solo exhibition by artist and Native American Raven Halfmoon. Known for her monumental ceramic sculptures, Halfmoon has emerged as a leading artistic voice. Born and raised in Norman, Oklahoma, Halfmoon’s influences range from ancient Indigenous pottery, Moai monoliths and elements of Western culture, such as cowboy hats. For this exhibition, she explores the various cultural histories that make up Kansas City.
November 14–April 19, 2026. Times vary. The Kemper Museum of Contemporary Art.
