WinterOff season ~46°F highs

Things to do in Overland Park in December

December is off season (quieter, and often cheaper) to visit Overland Park, with average highs around 46°F. Museums and indoor sights come into their own, with fewer crowds outside.

Plan a December weekend Where else in December

Best picks for December

What's famous here, weighted toward what shines in December.

1Indoor escape

John Brown Museum

historic site and museum in Osawatomie, Kansas, United States

2Indoor escape

Old Castle Museum

university building in Baldwin City, United States of America

Big Brutus

power shovel used in southeastern Kansas strip mining

Holidays in December 2026

Christmas Day · Fri, Dec 25

Expect busier roads and pricier stays around these dates. See long weekends.

What’s on in Overland Park in December

Concerts, games and shows in the next few weeks. Tickets open on Ticketmaster.

Wed, Dec 2 · 7:00 PMA Christmas CarolKansas City Repertory Theatre Plan a weekend around it

Wed, Dec 2 · 7:30 PM

Overland Park in December: quick answers

Is December a good time to visit Overland Park?

December is off season (quieter, and often cheaper) to visit Overland Park, with average highs around 46°F. Museums and indoor sights come into their own, with fewer crowds outside.

What is the weather like in Overland Park in December?

Average daytime highs are around 46°F, compared with 89°F in the warmest month. Check the forecast a week out; our planner favors indoor stops on rainy days.

What are the best things to do in Overland Park in December?

Top picks for December: John Brown Museum, Old Castle Museum, Big Brutus, C W Parker Carousel Museum, Museum at Prairiefire.