Maps are available in order to be able to navigate your way through the festival. There is first aid, parking, and bathroom facilities on site as well. Be sure to arrive for the opening ceremony to be properly welcomed to the festival. Discounts are available in advance as well as two day, group, and season passes. Every Thanksgiving, the annual ceremony to switch on the Christmas lights on the Plaza in downtown Kansas City takes place.
Parking is a feat, but the view is worthwhile.
The Plaza sports several eating establishments, shops, and carriage rides. If planning on attending, be sure to come early and be prepared for some hefty expenditure, if eating in the area. On the weekends during the month of December, a view of an Old-Fashion Christmas can be seen at the Cow Town museum in Wichita. Souvenirs can be purchased at the General Store. Every fall, they host an annual Ciderfest as well as Fall Festivals each weekend.