Experience the Midwest

Events and Festivals in the Midwest

NOW - DECEMBER 31, 2024

Winterfest

St. Louis, MO

 

Winterfest, presented by Bank of America and Worldwide Technology, returns with ice skating, s'mores, igloos and 100,000 twinkling lights by the Gateway Arch. Enjoy events like "Try Hockey Free," princess and superhero visits and a family-friendly New Year's Eve fireworks show.

Nearest Amtrak Station: St. Louis, MO (STL)

NOW - DECEMBER 31, 2024

Christmastime in Hermann

Hermann, MO

 

Celebrate the holidays all month long with the Sounds of Starkenburg Concerts & Christmas Market, Children’s Lantern Parade, Holiday House Tours and more.

Nearest Amtrak Station: Hermann, MO (HEM)

NOW - FEBRUARY 23, 2025

Penguin March at the Kansas City Zoo & Aquarium

Kansas City, MO

 

The Penguin March is back at the Kansas City Zoo & Aquarium. Join the fun each Saturday and Sunday at 11 am through February at Helzberg Penguin Plaza. The Penguin March is included with Zoo admission or membership.

Nearest Amtrak Station: Kansas City, MO (KCY)

DECEMBER 21, 2024

Gateway to Pride Exhibit

St. Louis, MO

 

In Gateway to Pride, the Missouri History Museum presents the first-ever full-scale exhibit on St. Louis’s fascinating and powerfully relevant LGBTQIA+ history.

Nearest Amtrak Station: St. Louis, MO (STL)

DECEMBER 31, 2024 - JANUARY 1, 2025

Fire & Ice New Year’s Eve Masquerade, Presented by Helzberg

Kansas City, MO

 

Ring in the new year at Kansas City's most exciting event — The Fire & Ice New Year's Eve Masquerade. Experience a magical night at J. Rieger & Co. with live performances, luxurious food and drinks and dazzling entertainment.

Nearest Amtrak Station: Kansas City, MO (KCY)

JANUARY 1 - JANUARY 11, 2025

Winter Old Capitol Farmer’s Market

Springfield, IL

 

Experience the award-winning Old Capitol Farmers Market, proudly supported by HSHS St. John’s Hospital and Downtown Springfield Inc. Voted Best Farmers Market and Best Free Entertainment, it’s the go-to spot for fresh, local produce and vibrant community spirit — right in the heart of Springfield.

Nearest Amtrak Station: Springfield, IL (SPI)

JANUARY 1 - APRIL 12, 2025

Chicago Black Hawks Men’s Hockey

Chicago, IL

 

Grab your gear and head down to the historic United Center to cheer on your Chicago Black Hawks.

Nearest Amtrak Station: Chicago, IL (CHI)

JANUARY 1 - APRIL 15, 2025

St. Louis Blues Men’s Hockey

St. Louis, MO

 

Get your tickets now for the St. Louis Blues 2025 season at the Enterprise Center. Don’t miss the action as the Blues hit the ice for another exciting hockey season.

Nearest Amtrak Station: St. Louis, MO (STL)

JANUARY 10 - 12, 2025

Disney’s The Sound of Magic

Kansas City, MO

 

Join the Kansas City Symphony for a magical evening as musical theatre stars bring your favorite Disney animated film scores to life. Enjoy hit songs from Cinderella, Beauty and the Beast, The Lion King, Aladdin, The Little Mermaid and more, with original Disney film footage projected live on the big screen in Helzberg Hall. Celebrate a century of magical moments with the Kansas City Symphony.

Nearest Amtrak Station: Kansas City, MO (KCY)

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