It's Not Christmas In Missouri Until You Do These 11 Enchanting Things

Relive the classic holiday tale on this fun, family-friendly train ride that departs and returns in Branson.

Address:
206 E Main St.
Branson, MO 65616

With more than 150 stores to shop at, you're bound to find the perfect gift for that special someone while you Christmas shop. And the dazzling Christmas lights are sure to put you in the holiday spirit!

Address:
4750 Broadway Blvd,.
Kansas City, MO 64112

Roll through Historic St. Charles in style, by taking a ride on one of the carriages decked out in holiday decor. The Centennial Carriage service is based in Wentzville, so be sure to call them ahead at 636-398-4123 for information regarding the St. Charles night tours.

Address:
875 Foristell Rd. Wentzville, MO 63385

Whether you're a competitive skier or just looking to sled down some slopes, Snow Creek in Weston has got you covered.

Address:
1 Snow Creek Drive
Weston, MO 64098

Visitors can purchase a cookbook with cookie recipes at the visitor center, then go from shop to shop and get a free cookie from each store. This annual holiday favorite takes place from December 2nd-4th in downtown Kimmswick.

Address: Kimmswick Visitor Center
314 Market Street
Kimmswick, MO 63053

The Crown Center ice rink in downtown Kansas City stays open until mid March, so you'll have lots of time to enjoy some ice skating. Admission is $8, but on Tuesdays, it's buy one, get one free, so feel free to bring a friend!

Address:
Crown Center
2450 Grand Blvd.
Kansas City, MO 64108

Regionally known as one of the best Christmas lights display in the country, Silver Dollar City in Branson is the place to go to catch the best Christmas parade in the state. It's so popular, that it takes place two times each evening, up until December 30th.

Address:
399 Silver Dollar City Pkwy.
Branson, MO 65616

Sure, you can always buy a fake tree at the store to use each year, but there's something nostalgic about chopping down your own tree, loading it up on the car and then setting it up at home as the fresh pine permeates throughout the house. If this sounds like your kind of Christmas, then head over to Ozark Valley Christmas Trees to pick out your special tree.

Address:
1161 Manning Rd.
Southwest City, MO 64863

Is the North Pole really in...Missouri? Well, at least a close replica to the actual real thing is. Celebrate the holidays at Union Station in St. Louis where you can explore the North Pole and meet Santa.

Address:
1820 Market St.
St. Louis, MO 63103

If you didn't know now, Christopher Elbow in Kansas City makes the best chocolate in Missouri. So it should be no surprise that this artisan chocolatier serves up the tastiest hot cocoa in town!

Address:
1819 McGee St.
Kansas City, MO 64108