Mayor’s Holiday Festival & Fund Presentation
We’re thrilled to announce that Friends of JCDS has been chosen as the recipient of the 2025 Mayor’s Holiday Fund!
Check presentation will be during the Mayor’s Holiday Festival — a free, family-friendly celebration in the heart of Downtown Overland Park on November 21, 2025.
Enjoy a magical evening filled with:
Meet & Greet with Santa at the Carriage House
Visit with The Grinch
Appearances by some Snow Princesses at Strang Reserve
Cozy up to Holiday Movie Screenings at Strang Hall
Enjoy Live Music Performances at the Thompson Park Stage and Strang Hall
Get your photo taken at the Photo Bus
Shop unique finds at the Maker’s Market located inside Strang Reserve Dickens Carolers roaming the event
Feast at Food Trucks and Local Restaurants
Get creative with Free Arts & Crafts at the large shelter inside Thompson Park
Free Kids Train Ride at Strang Hall
Watch the dazzling Mayor’s Tree Lighting at the Thompson Park Stage
We can’t wait to celebrate with you!