Join in the fun at the festive events at Bradley Fair this holiday season in Wichita. Bradley Fair’s annual Christmas tree lighting 2024 looks like it will be a fun family event packed with activities, followed by four Sundays in December of the popular Bradley Fair Holiday Stroll.
Bradley Fair Holiday Stroll on Sundays with Special Activities
Next up, Bradley Fair will host its famous Holiday Stroll, a weekly event taking place the first four Sundays of December. Hop on the electric train for a delightful ride, indulge in hot cocoa, meet fun characters, and capture a photo with Santa. Explore Bradley Fair, indulge in holiday shopping, and add fun to your stroll with these engaging activities.
See our pictures below and keep reading to get all the Holiday Stroll details!
There will be other festivities at Bradley Fair during the holiday season.
Every Sunday from December 1 through December 22, Bradley Fair will host a “Holiday Stroll,” which includes various fun activities from 2-5 p.m.
Bradley Fair Holiday Stroll Details
- Take a ride on the Bradley Fair Express – an electric train that will take your entire family on a journey through Bradley Fair. $5/person ages 5+. Children under 5 ride free. A percentage of ticket proceeds benefit the Ronald McDonald House Charities. Tickets can also be purchased on-site the day-of, but note no cash will be accepted. Digital card payment only.
Sunday, December 8th:
- Complimentary hot cocoa on the Plaza from Newport Grill
- Take a photo with Santa in front of Fenway goods and gifts rom 2–4 pm.
- Meet and greet with Bluey and Chase Paw Patrol from 3–5 pm.
- Sample some seasonal treats from Trader Joe’s on the Plaza from 2–5 pm.
- Take a picture in the big red sleigh at Bradley Fair.
Sunday, December 15:
- Complimentary hot cocoa on the Plaza from Newport Grill.
- Take a photo with Santa in front of Fenway Goods & Gifts from 2–4 pm.
- Meet and greet with Elsa & Anna from Frozen from 3–5 pm.
- Sample some seasonal treats from Trader Joe’s on the Plaza from 2–5 pm.
- Take a picture in the big red sleigh at Bradley Fair.
Sunday, December 22:
- Complimentary hot cocoa on the Plaza from Newport Grill.
- Take a photo with Santa in front of Fenway Goods & Gifts from 2–4 pm.
- Meet and greet with the Grinch and Olaf from 3-5 pm.
- Sample some seasonal treats from Trader Joe’s on the Plaza from 2–5 pm.
- Take a picture in the big red sleigh at Bradley Fair.
Bradley Fair Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony
First up, the annual Bradley Fair Tree Lighting is always a much-anticipated event! In 2024, it will be on Sunday, November 24th, with fun activities happening as early as 4 p.m. leading up to the main event: the lighting of the famous 30-foot Bradley Fair Tree at 6 p.m.
The 2024 Bradley Fair Tree Lighting will include:
- Rides on the Bradley Fair Express electric train
- Pictures with Santa (I know him!)
- Meet & greet with Minnie and Mickey Mouse
- Live entertainment on the plaza
- An appearance by the Metropolitan Ballet
- Food and Beverage samples from Trader Joe’s
- Tasty treats from Bakesale Treat Parlor
- Tree lighting ceremony at 6 p.m.
Here is more Holiday Fun for 2024:
Christmas Craft Shows & Holiday Markets
Watson Park Polar Express Train Ride
A Country Christmas with Live Reindeer at Fulton Valley Farms
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Bradley Fair’s annual Christmas tree lighting is Saturday, November 24, 2019 from 5 p.m. to 10 p.m.
But it’s Sunday, November 24
Oh oops! The 24th IS Sunday – thanks for pointing that out, Andrea. Correcting it now.