Join us as we welcome the holiday season to the Historic Harrisonville Square in the heart of our community! More details on the schedule of events below!
Visits With Santa
Stop by for a visit with our special guest, all the way from the North Pole. 3 – 6 pm. Inside the stunning Davis Event Space (210 S Independence). Sponsored by Love the Harrisonville Square. FREE.
Old Fashioned Wagon Rides
Take an old-fashioned wagon around the Historic Harrisonville Square. 3 – 6 pm. Board on Lexington Street. Wagon rides provided by Jenkins Bear Creek Ranch and sponsored by Love the Harrisonville Square. FREE.
Miniature Train Rides
Take a fun ride around the Square on the Harrisonville Rotary Club’s mini train. 3 – 6 pm. Board on Independence Street. FREE.
Live Nativity Scene
Come immerse your senses in this recreation of the birth of Christ, complete with live animals. Animal feed provided. Activity graciously provided by Heart of Life Church. FREE.
Holiday Handmade Market
Come shop home and handmade trinkets, treasurers and treats for your gift giving this year from area artisans. Find them in the beautiful Lexington on the Square event space at 111 Lexington Street. 3 - 6 pm.
Christmas Ornament Silent Auction
Come bid on one of the handmade "stained glass-like" heart ornaments created by local 5th grade students and donated by Brad Seiner of Farmers Insurance. All proceeds help support Love the Harrisonville Square and free to the community events like Christmas on the Square. Davis Event Space (210 S Independence Street) 3 - 6 pm.
Music by Paul Raynes
Listen to the tunes played by local musician Paul Raynes as you make your stops around the Square. Everything from holiday favorites to oldies but goodies! 4:30 - 5 pm on the Courthouse steps area.
Sweet Sounds: A Cass County Children's Community Choir
Come delight in the sounds of the season with a special performance by this group of 30+ youngsters in grades 2-5! Directed by Lisa Kern and accompanied by Kathy Eckert. 5:15 - 5:45 pm on the Courthouse steps area.
Mayor's Christmas Tree Lighting
Help us officially welcome the Christmas season to the Historic Square with the Mayor’s Tree Lighting Ceremony and holiday greetings from our special guests. 6:00 pm.
Stops Around the Square
Make sure you make your way around the Square to shop, support and enjoy fun activities like these!
- Baked by Nina (104 N Independence Street) – Come check out the brand-new holiday sips menu revealed at Christmas on the Square and enjoy a hot beef sandwich special. Holiday coloring sheets for kiddos and free holiday cookies while supplies last.
- Birdie’s Boutique and Antique (200 E Pearl Street) – Design your own stocking (while supplies last). Free photos in "the bin" Fire pit and apple cider in the Birdie’s patio area. FREE.
- Brick House Coffee Bar & Eatery (201 E Wall Street) – Christmas cards for kids and adults. FREE macarons while supplies last.
- The Chill Spot (103 W Wall Street) – Meet & greet with the Grinch! 3-7 pm. FREE
- Crown Realty (101 E Wall Street) – Stop in from 3 – 6 pm for FREE cookies and letters to Santa. Also come find the friendly faces from the Cass County Historic Society and Cass County Library Harrisonville Branch for some crafty fun from 3-5 pm.
- Davis Event Space (210 S Independence Street) – Stop in from 3 – 6 pm for FREE, fun kids' activities by Our Savior Lutheran Church and their Mornings with Mommy program.
- The District (107 E Wall Street) – Open 2 – 6 pm for festive fun. Stop by to make magic reindeer food (while supplies last), check out our holiday “Elfed Up” cocktail menu, and catch a visit from Buddy the Elf!
- Harrisonville Chamber of Commerce (106 S Independence Street) – Bid on a wide variety of holiday themed baskets or get a hot bowl of chili for $5. All proceeds benefit the Chamber of Commerce. 4 -7 pm.
- Headquarters Winery & Mercantile (100 W Pearl Street) – FREE Hot Cocoa bar while supplies last starting at 4 pm.
- Joni Fashions (112 S Independence Street) – Bundle up with this super sweater sale! Buy 2 sweaters for $20 and get a third for only $10.
- Love the Square Picture Place (101 E Wall Street) – Stop by this colorful, well-lit spot for a family photo and show your local pride! Located directly behind Crown Realty.
- Marler, Wirt, Allen Park (Corner of Mechanic & Independence) – Photo op with holiday lights. FREE.
- The Vault (100 E Pearl Street) – Stop in for birthday style celebrations for Jesus, complete with fun treats and festivities. FREE
Event Map & Program
Not familiar with the Historic Harrisonville Square? Use this map to help plan out your Christmas on the Square fun! Click here to download and print a copy. Need a copy of the program before you arrive at the event? Click here.
The generosity of our community makes this event possible each year. If you’re able to help, we appreciate it.
- Shop & Support Local
Many downtown district businesses will be open for business with special sales and more! Bring your holiday shopping list, and appetitie to support your Downtown merchants and restaurants.