NEBRASKA
Curry Clash 2023 November 2 at Lancaster County Event Center The Asian Community and Cultural Center is holding its ninth annual Curry Clash. Attendees can enjoy a wide variety of curry-inspired tastes from Lincoln chefs. There will be smidgin for everyone from savory to sweet, mild to four-alarm spacey. Attendees will be able to vote for their favorite taste and support the work of empowering New Americans in Lincoln. 402.441.6545
Lance Lipinsky & The Lovers in “Shake Baby Shake” November 3—5 at Brownville Concert Hall in Brownville Shake Baby Shake is an explosive retrospective stage show of the golden age of Rock and Roll. Lance Lipinsky and his authentic show band The Lovers will be performing the hits of major artists of the 1950s and 60s such as Jerry Lee Lewis, Buddy Holly, Elvis and Chuck Berry. 402.825.3331
—brownvilleconcertseries.com
Annual Frost Frolic Holiday Market November 4 at the Jefferson County Fairgrounds in Fairbury Over 100 booths attract shoppers each year to this Holiday Market show. The annual frost frolic is sponsored by Homeless No More Cat Rescue and Adoption Center and is the biggest vendor show for holiday shopping in Southeast Nebraska and North Central Kansas. 402.300.1139
—frostfrolic.org
Zoo Lights November 24—December 30 at the Lincoln Children’s Zoo in Lincoln Kids and adults alike can get in the holiday spirit with Zoo Lights powered by LES. The Zoo will be transformed into on of the largest lights displays in the midwest. This experience will include a 40 ft. Christmas tree, over 30 lit animal silhouetes, holiday train rides, a tree canopy light walk, a 60 foot light tunnel and more. 402.475.6741
—lincolnzoo.org
A Gentleman’s Guide to Love and Murder November 30—December 3 and December 7—9 at Northeast Community College in Norfolk A Gentleman’s Guide to Love and Murder is a murderous romp filled with unforgettable music, non-stop laughs and a scene stealing role for one actor playing all eight of the doomed heirs who meet their ends in the most side-splitting ways. 402.258.3782
—nctheatre.org
IOWA
Encanto: The Sing-Along Film Concert November 2 at North Iowa Area Community College The magic of Disney’s Encanto will come to life as you are able to watch the film while the Grammy Award Winning soundtrack is played by the live band, Banda de la Casita. Have the whole family singing, dancing, and laughing along to their favorite moments of the movie with songs written by world renowned and award winning songwriter and composer Lin-Manuel Miranda. 641.422.4188
—niacc.edu
National Farm Toy Show November 3—5 in Dyersville The National Farm Toy Show welcomes over 300 vendors and 8,000 attendees to the community of Dyersville every November. Held at the National Farm Toy Museum, Dyersville Beckman High School, Commercial Club Park and other locations in town this show is a can’t miss for farmers and toy fans alike. 563.875.2727
—nationalfarmtoymuseum.com
Tannenbaum Forest November 24—December 17 at Festhalle Barn in Amana Visitors can step into the barn and see over 60 unique Christmas trees, each decorated by a different business, organization, group or family. The forest is free to visit, but a free will donation to the University of Iowa Stead Family Children’s Hospital is encouraged. 319.622.7622
—amanacolonies.com
Christkindlmarket Des Moines November 30—December 3 at Principal Park in Des Moines The Christkindlmarket is a great way to learn about European culture with this 700 year old tradition. The market will feature authentic food, artisanal products representing various European cultures and entertainment for adults and children. 515.250.6366
—christkindlmarketdsm.com
The Peppermint Trail December 14 on The Avenues of Ingersoll and Grand Over 50 local Iowa businesses, shops, and restaurants will come together to create a peppermint themed holiday market for the entire family. Meet withe Santa, decorate your very own gingerbread house, listen to carolers from Roosevelt High School, and even take a holiday trolley ride. While you’re there, also swing by Bauder’s for a peppermint ice cream bar. These joys and more will be found along The Peppermint Trail.
563.495.0357
—theavenuesdsm.com
Chevy Chase Live with screening National Lampoon’s Christmas Vacation December 15 at the Bridge View Center in Ottumwa Following screening of the classic Christmas favorite, National Lampoon’s Christmas Vacation, get the chance of a live Q&A with star Chevy Chase and his wife Jayni as they recount working on the film. Guests can ask Chase anything from his SNL career to his work on the movie Caddyshack. Grab an ugly sweater and watch National Lampoons Christmas Vacation alongside Chevy Chase himself. 641.684.7000
—bridgeviewcenter.com
Mannheim Steamroller Christmas by Chip Davis December 21 at Des Moines Civic Center The Mannheim Steamroller sound is undeniably unique and Grammy Award Winner Chip Davis will bring it to Iowa this Christmas. In celebration of the 35 year anniversary of the album, a multimedia effects show will bring it back to life like never before. Don’t miss a chance to experience the magical album live. 515.246.2300
—desmoinesperformingarts.org
KANSAS
Jurassic Quest November 1-3 at the Overland Park Convention Center Bring the entire family on a dinosaur adventure featuring ultra-realistic life-size animatronic dinosaurs.With over 80 animatronics you can find all of your favorites form Pterodactyl to Tyrannosaurus. There will even be T-rex and Triceratops fossil digs for young paleontologists to discover hidden bones. After your paleontologist has made discoveries, take a break and bounce around in the”Dino Bounce” inflatable fun and get some face paint. 913.439.5382
—opconventioncenter.com
Celebration of Cranes Festival November 2 at 125 W Cooper Ave Sterling, KS Watch as the Sandhill Cranes and the Whooping Cranes migrate through central Kansas. Take a minute to appreciate the beauty of natural migration as you learn about how Quivira National Wildlife Refuge’s inland salt marsh provides a crucial point for the birds on their journey. All while you can hear from guest scholars on advocacy, conservation, and education. 785.537.4385
—travelks.com
’Twas The Night Before.. by Cirque Du Soleil November 27-December 1 at the Kansas City Music Hall This exciting Cirque Du Soleil show is inspired by and themed around the Clement Clark Moore poem “A Visit from Saint Nicolas”, the holiday classic. The acrobatic extravaganza will feature the fun that Cirque Du Soleil is known for while reinventing Christmas characters for the audience. Bring the entire family for a show that will embody holiday magic. 816.513.5000
—cirquedusoleil.com
Hallmark Christmas Experience November 29-December 22 at Crown Center Take a walk through a Hallmark Christmas movie as the Crown Center is transformed into a Hallmark Movie town square with all of the charm. This free, open to the public, and immersive experience is perfect for those with the Christmas spirit. Grab whoever you watch all of those Hallmark Christmas Movies with and step into the real thing. 816.274.8444
—crowncenter.com
Saint Lucia Festival December 9 at Bethany Lutheran Church in Lindsborg Lindsborg’s traditional Swedish festival is a celebration of cultural and the holiday season. It will feature Swedish folk dancing performances, a service honoring Saint Lucia, and many other activities throughout the downtown area. 888.227.2227
—visitlindsborg.com
Ireland with Michael Londra LIVE! December 15 at Stiefel Theatre in Salina Londra interlaces songs and stories of Ireland to a backdrop of spectacular footage filmed for his PBS travel series. He creates an immersive journey around the Emerald Isle, including Irish dancers and Fiddles and Pipes. The audience will be drawn across the Atlantic Ocean to Ireland in this unique live show. 785.827.1998
—stiefeltheatre.org
What We Collect Through December 30 at Mid-America All-Indian Museum in Wichita The human desire to collect objects is ling recognized in historical and cultural studies. What makes people collect things and why? This exhibit highlights different objects donated to the museum by collectors, families and individuals. 316.350.3340
—theindianmuseum.org
MISSOURI
Heroes and Villains November 5 at Kauffman Performing Arts Center in Kansas City The Kansas City Symphony is putting on an epic superhero showdown as the “good guys” take on villains in a fun musical battle. This concert overflows with tales of caped crusaders and well-known music. 816.471.0400
—kcsymphony.org
Mark Twain’s Annual Birthday Bash November 25 at Mark Twain Museum in Hannibal Mark Twain would be celebrating his 189th birthday this year. This party includes crafts like decorating party hat and wooden ornaments, beaded necklaces and old-fashioned games with a twist like “Pin the ‘Stache on Twain” and “Musical Mustaches.” 573.221.9010
—marktwainmuseum.org
Downtown Living Windows December 1 in downtown Jefferson City A Jefferson City tradition for more than 20 years, Living Windows takes place downtown where storefronts and windows come alive with dancers, singers, and holiday themes. Attendees can enjoy refreshments. Listen to carolers and watch performances sharing the holiday spirt. It is the perfect opportunity to stroll the streets and experience holiday cheer. 573.632.2820
—visitjeffersoncity.com/events
SOUTH DAKOTA
Dakota Angler Ice Institute November 10—12 at Sioux Falls Arena & Convention Center in Sioux Falls The Dakota Angler Ice Institute was started in 2008 to give ice fisherman an opportunity to see the latest and greatest in the ice fishing industry. It has grown to be the second largest ice fishing show in the nation where attendees can make new discoveries to improve their ice fishing game. 605.336932
—dakotaanglericeinstitute.com
Frontier Christmas December 9 at Fort Sisseton Historic State Park in Lake City Guest of the park are invited to celebrate the season in classic frontier fashion with Christmas crafts, homemade bread, hands-on activities, sleigh rides, caroling and many other traditional holiday traditions. 605.448.5474
—gfs.sd.gov/events
