Join JC Parks and the News Tribune for the 41st Annual Christmas Home Decorating Contest. Whether you’re a first-timer or returning participant, you can compete to win in one of the six contest categories or enter just for fun to be included on the Christmas Lights Tour map. Every entry helps brighten our community, and if […]
Are you dreaming of a White Christmas? JC Parks and KRCG will guarantee a White Christmas for one lucky Mid-Missouri family! The deadline to enter into the drawing is 12:00 PM on Wednesday, December 21, 2026. The winner will be drawn and announced on December 21, 2026. They’ll receive a yard full of snow on […]
Join us for entertainment, refreshments, and a visit from Santa Claus at the lighting of the Mayor’s Christmas Tree. Entertainment will begin at 5:30 pm, with the Mayor lighting the tree around 6:30 pm. Support neighbors in need with non-perishable food items or unwrapped toys for the Salvation Army.
The drive-through Capital City Festival of Lights opens at 6:00 PM and closes at 9:00 PM Daily (closed Mondays). Presented by Homemaker Health Care, the annual “Festival of Lights” returns to Binder Park starting on December 4 and lasting through December 26th, 2026 from 6 PM – 9 PM. Load up and head out to […]
Join us in Downtown Jefferson City to kick off the holidays. 🎄 Experience live music, carolers, dancers, performing artists, live window scenes, and much more! Meet Santa and the Grinch as you explore the entertainment. JC Parks will offer free hayrides around the festival area! Event brought to you by Downtown Jefferson City, downtown shops, […]
Santa is making an appearance at the Washington Park Ice Arena! Enjoy the holiday lights and music, and join him for a lap around the rink. Keep an eye out for... the Grinch! Regular admission fees apply for this skate ($7/adult, $6/youth, and $3/skate rental).