Be Merry in Jefferson City This Holiday Season

November 4, 2026

It’s the season of festive cheer, sparkling lights, gift giving, and holiday parties. It’s time to gather your favorite people around to experience all the coziest moments of the most wonderful time of the year. Holiday season has arrived and here in JCMO, we are ready to celebrate.

Brought to you in partnership with Visit Jefferson City.

A person dressed as Santa Claus stands next to a round sign that reads “Busch’s for Flowers,” topped with a Santa hat. — *• Tyler Beck Photography*

Santa Saturdays at Busch’s Florist & Greenhouse – Nov. 21, Dec. 5, & Dec. 19

Visit Santa at Busch’s Florist & Greenhouse during Santa Saturdays! The kiddos can enjoy milk and cookies and festive coloring pages before they share their Christmas wishes with Santa while parents snap holiday photos.

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Children in winter coats look through a window at a group of young ballet dancers practicing on stage. — *• Peer through the windows for an evening of local entertainment.*
*• Tyler Beck Photography*

Living Windows & Candlelight Tours – December 4

The streets of downtown Jefferson City come alive for one of the community’s most treasured and beloved events. Stroll the streets as they fill with holiday cheer during an evening with carolers, artists, dancers, live reindeer, and, of course, Santa! Around the corner are the Candlelight Tours at the Governor’s Mansion. Adorned with sparkling lights and lush greenery, the Governor’s Mansion shines as guests wander the spacious living area Missouri’s governors have been entertaining in for 155 years.

People carrying colorful flags walk past a viewing stand in front of The Exchange National Bank building during an evening parade. — *• Line the streets to watch the city’s annual Christmas parade! • Kris Wilson*

87^th Annual Jefferson City Jaycees Christmas Parade – December 5

Get swept up in holiday cheer at the annual Jefferson City Jaycees Christmas Parade! The heart of downtown will fill with holiday cheer as local bands play your favorite carols and dozens of festive floats travel High Street. Come early to snag your spot – and don’t forget a bag to catch your share of the candy!

A brick house decorated for Christmas with multicolored roof lights, wreaths on every window, and a garland around the front door. — *• Visit Santa and Mrs. Claus in the historic Maus House!*
*• Tyler Beck Photography*

Santa & Mrs. Claus at the Maus House – December 8, 10, 15, & 17

Enjoy the festive Carnahan Memorial Gardens, decorated and lit for the holiday season. Santa and Mrs. Claus will visit the Gingerbread Maus House, which will be open to the public on December 8, 10, 15, and 17th from 5:00–7:00 pm.

A tunnel formed by concentric arches of colorful LED string lights at night. — *• Drive through the tunnels of vibrant lights at Binder Park.*
*• Capital City Festival of Lights*

Capital City Festival of Lights – December 4–26

Binder Park glows during the month of December! Load up the family and drive the scenic road along Binder Lake to see cute holiday light displays, captivating tunnels, and lasers dancing around the trees.

Looking for even more holiday coziness in JCMO? Check out VisitJeffersonCity.com for more events and explore all that the capital city has to offer!