Whenever it gets cold and we kick on the heater, thoughts of Christmas are sure to follow. This Christmas Light display in Kansas is unlike any other we’ve seen, and it’s made extra special by decades of dedication. It may not have the most lights, or most ground covered, but it’s certainly the most magical. It still qualifies in our hearts as one of the best towns to see Christmas lights in Kansas. There’s a lot to explore, and even though this light display isn’t large, it doesn’t lack for heart. Come see for yourself!
Welcome to the charming small town of Wakeeney, Kansas. They've had a sparkling Christmas street for 69 years now, and their lights proudly light up the prairie sky.
It's considered the largest Christmas display between Kansas City and Denver, with about 3 miles of lights. However what is more impressive, is the 35-foot tree made of fresh pine greenery and the blocks of fresh greenery, and homemade wreaths.
Wakeeney has been the Christmas City of the High Plains since that day in 1950 when locals designed and built this idea from their own minds, and volunteers spent hours helping over the years.
It may only be a few thousand lights, but it's a few thousand well-arranged! They keep the lights classic and beautiful, to keep the tradition alive. We think it's a perfect night to enjoy the holidays with family and a steaming hot chocolate.
They even have a little nook in the main street that's always painted and has decorations dedicated to this event. They are the Christmas City after all!
However, you don't have to see the lights from your car windows, you can enjoy being pulled on a horse and carriage.
The next date for this Christmas celebration is in November. The first lighting is always the most magical! They light the sky with magic the Saturday following Thanksgiving every year. You can enjoy the lighting every night until New Year's Day.
Check out the Get WaKeeney Facebook page for updates on the date they've set for the year.
When it comes to Christmas in Kansas, there are numerous small towns that celebrate with beautiful twinkling lights. That’s why we love bringing you some of the best Christmas lights in Kansas each year. Have you visited any small towns in Kansas that celebrate Christmas with abundant joy for the holidays? Share your discoveries with a comment.
If you’re planning early for this small-town trip, make sure you also check out the Oldest Halloween Parade in America.
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