Christmas in July

Get ready for an evening of holly jolly fun at Christmas in July at the Kansas City Zoo & Aquarium!

Event Information:

Date: Friday, July 25, 2025
Time: 5 pm - 9 pm
Price: Adult: $20 • Child/Senior (+55): $17 • FOTZ $10
Children 2 and under are free

Join us for a festive, all-ages evening from 5–9 pm filled with warm weather and cool holiday cheer! See the animals (excluding the Africa section), take photos with Santa in his summer gear, and take part in fun activities like Dunk a Scrooge, Reindeer Games, a gingerbread bounce house, and much more. Plus, ride the Grinch Express railroad and Endangered Species Carousel free all night long, and see the Tinseltone Carolers and Acrobatic Elves!

More details on additional activities are listed below—keep scrolling to plan your merry night! Food trucks and the Flying Flamingo zipline ride will also be available for an additional cost.

More Activities to Enjoy:

Bingo

Jingle All the Way to B-I-N-G-O!
Grab a card and get ready to shout “Bingo!” in this festive twist on a classic game. Prizes and holiday cheer await!

Limbo Contest

How Low Can Your Tinsel Go?
Slide under the limbo pole with holiday flair! Show off your flexibility and festive spirit in this jolly showdown.

Best-Dressed Elf Contest

Strut Your Stuff, Santa’s Style!
Break out your most dazzling elf attire and compete for the title of Best-Dressed Elf. Sparkles, stripes, and pointy shoes encouraged!

Hula Hoop Contest

Ho-Ho-Hoop It Up!
Spin into the season with our hula hoop contest! Whether you're a hoop pro or a holiday newbie, it's all about having fun.

Kringle Karaoke

Sing Loud for All to Hear!
Step up to the mic and belt out your favorite holiday hits. Whether you're naughty or nice, Kringle Karaoke is your time to shine!