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Things to do in Kansas City, December 2026

Browse 9 upcoming events and things to do in Kansas City during December 2026. Highlights include Chrissy Chlapecka, A Drag Queen Christmas, Blue October and more. Each listing links to tickets, venue details and practical visitor info.

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Chrissy Chlapecka

Chrissy Chlapecka

Kansas City · Encore at Uptown TheaterTue, Dec 1Music
A Drag Queen Christmas

A Drag Queen Christmas

Kansas City · Uptown TheaterThu, Dec 3Culture & Art
Blue October

Blue October

Kansas City · The Midland Theatre - MOFri, Dec 4Music
Aaron Lewis And The Stateliners

Aaron Lewis And The Stateliners

Kansas City · Ameristar Casino and HotelSat, Dec 5Music
Dusty Slay: The Neighborhood Guy

Dusty Slay: The Neighborhood Guy

Kansas City · Uptown TheaterSun, Dec 6Culture & Art
Christmas Together with Shooting Star & Missouri

Christmas Together with Shooting Star & Missouri

Kansas City · Ameristar Casino and HotelSun, Dec 6Music
Phantom of the Opera (Touring)

Phantom of the Opera (Touring)

Kansas City · Music Hall Kansas CitySun, Dec 6Music
Kansas City Chiefs v New England Patriots

Kansas City Chiefs v New England Patriots

Kansas City · GEHA Field at Arrowhead StadiumTue, Dec 22Sport
Kansas City Chiefs v San Francisco 49ers

Kansas City Chiefs v San Francisco 49ers

Kansas City · GEHA Field at Arrowhead StadiumSun, Dec 27Sport

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Festive season

December is typically dominated by festive markets, holiday concerts and New Year’s Eve programming, with many cities running special end-of-year events.

  • Browse Christmas markets, festive concerts and holiday shows
  • Look for New Year's Eve parties and countdown events
  • Book early — festive-season tickets and popular markets fill up fast