KANSAS CITY, MISSOURI – (November 6, 2025) – Welcome the arrival of the holiday season at Country Club Plaza’s First Annual Holiday Market and Shopping Stroll on Saturday, December 13, 2025, from 11:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. The festive celebration will fill the Plaza with local artisan vendors, exclusive in-store promotions, seasonal tastings, live entertainment, and family-friendly activities—all set beneath the Plaza’s legendary lights.
During the Holiday Market and Shopping Stroll, guests can explore the Plaza’s iconic retailers alongside a curated selection of local artisan pop-ups at 111 Nichols Road, located next to Corepower Yoga. Guests can decorate ornaments, enjoy face painting and balloon art, take photos with Santa and live reindeer, and pick up holiday bouquets. Live music, festive décor, and seasonal bites from Plaza restaurants will add to the experience.
Country Club Plaza is thrilled to be partnering with Hendrick Lexus Kansas City and Hendrick Lexus Kansas City North to showcase a Lexus vehicle in front of the Holiday Market, hitched to Santa’s sleigh for a festive photo opportunity. Guests can also stop by the Lexus display for complimentary hot chocolate while enjoying the holiday atmosphere.
Participating Plaza retailers will offer unique in-store experiences and giveaways throughout the day, including tastings, exclusive deals, local collaborations, and hands-on holiday fun.
A Selection of Country Club Plaza Holiday Shopping Stroll Offers Include:
- Indochino – Enjoy a bourbon tasting featuring Educated Spirits, a KC born brand founded by the Rush brothers (KU/Mizzou HOF alumni).
- Johnny Was – Experience artwork from Heidi Pitre, enjoy sips, and take home a gift with purchase.
- KC Style Haus – Holiday ornament decorating, sips & sweets, and
- Rye – Enjoy special happy hour drink
- Perch – Enjoy 10% off
- Terrasi Living & Scandia Home – Enjoy sips and bites, while enjoying special savings on all in-stock merchandise.
Local Artisan Vendors Include:
- Bowtique – Gift wrapping
- K&K Collab – Custom soaps, bath bombs and homemade
- Lucky Gal – Custom charm necklaces and bracelets.
- Scout Embroidery – Custom embroidered
Adding even more magic to this year’s festivities, Santa Claus is returning to Country Club Plaza for the first time in decades with “Saint Nic’s: A Santa Experience,” open November 20 through December 23 at 515 Nichols Road. The charming holiday pop-up offers families a nostalgic and heartwarming visit with Santa in a setting designed by Nell Hill’s, iced holiday cookies from Bloom Bakery, and Shatto Milk—a nod to Mrs. Claus’s kitchen.
Created by Cody McGee of KC Carriages and brought to life in partnership with Jenny Kincaid Julian of Kincaid PR & Connections and lead designer Carli Gross of Nell Hill’s, Saint Nic’s is designed to capture the warmth and wonder of the holidays.
“I grew up visiting the Plaza and have now worked here for more than twenty years during the holidays, and it’s always held a special kind of magic,” said Cody McGee, of KC Carriages and creator of Saint Nic’s. “When I realized Santa hadn’t had a home here in decades, I wanted to change that. Kansas City deserves a place where families can slow down, connect, and feel that same holiday wonder I remember as a kid.”
The beautifully styled space features multiple photo backdrops, a letter-writing station for children, and more. Additional creative touches from local designer Dina Stephens of Seasons A Bloom add layers of warmth and personality, while Balance KC led the build-out of the festive space. Hand-painted artwork by Danelle McGee brings even more local charm and magic to every corner.
“The Plaza is already one of the most magical places in Kansas City during the holidays—the lights and the sense of tradition are unmatched,” said Scott Keller, General Manager of Country Club Plaza. “Welcoming Saint Nic’s to the Plaza brings a wonderful new element to that experience. Together with our Holiday Market and Shopping Stroll, it creates a full day of joy, shopping, and family fun that truly captures the spirit of the season. We’re thrilled to give Kansas City families another reason to make lasting memories at the Plaza.”
Tickets to Saint Nic’s are $15 per person and include a visit with Santa, an iced cookie from Bloom Bakery, and Shatto milk. Families are encouraged to bring their own cameras to capture the moment. Space is limited and advance reservations are recommended at SaintNicsKC.com.
About Country Club Plaza:
The Country Club Plaza originally opened in 1923 as the first planned suburban shopping center to accommodate shoppers arriving by car. It was designed by prominent architect Edward Delk in Baroque Revival and Moorish Revival styles, to mimic the architecture of Seville, Spain, one of Kansas City’s sister cities. The historic, 15-block, 1.3 million-square-foot mixed-use retail property is located in the heart of Kansas City featuring unique-to-market tenants. The Plaza features a dynamic mix of retailers including Anthropologie, Apple, Coach, Free People, J. Crew, Johnny Was, Lululemon, Madewell, Nike, Sephora, Tiffany & Co, Tivol, Tommy Bahama, Tumi, Warby Parker, and West Elm. In addition, there are more than 25 dining options including Cooper’s Hawk Winery, Gram & Dun, Jack Stack Barbecue, Rye, The Capital Grille, and True Food Kitchen.
About Lexus:
Lexus’ passion for brave design, imaginative technology, and exhilarating performance enables the luxury lifestyle brand to create amazing experiences for its customers. Lexus began its journey in 1989 with two luxury sedans and a commitment to pursue perfection. Since then, Lexus has developed its lineup to meet the needs of global luxury customers in more than 90 countries. In the United States, Lexus vehicles are sold through 244 dealers offering a full lineup of luxury vehicles. With eight models incorporating Lexus Hybrid Drive, Lexus is the luxury hybrid leader. Lexus also offers nine F SPORT models, one F performance model and one F model. Lexus is committed to being a visionary brand that anticipates the future for luxury customers.
Saint Nic’s: A Santa Experience
515 Nichols Road
November 20 – December 23
Monday – Thursday: 10:00 a.m. – 8:00 p.m. Friday – Saturday: 10:00 a.m. – 9:00 p.m.
Sunday 12:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m. info@saintnicskc.com
Media Contact: Caroline Hogan, 816.960.6216, chogan@countryclubplaza.com