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Occidental Management is excited to announce the return of the beloved Merry & Bright Union Station Lighting Event & Toy Drive! Now in its 5th year, this festive celebration will take place on Thursday, December 3, at Union Station Plaza in downtown Wichita. Families and guests of all ages are invited to mark their calendars for this free community event.Merry & Bright is more than just lights—it’s about bringing the Wichita community together for holiday cheer while supporting an important cause. Guests are encouraged to bring a new, unwrapped toy or new coats and/or shoes to benefit the Wichita Children’s Home.
This year’s event will once again include:
Photos with Santa
Carriage rides
Hot cocoa and cookies
Live music and entertainment
Toy donations for children in need
Fireworks
And of course—the lighting of Union Station and the historic train on the Douglas bridge.
Event Details
Date: Thursday, December 3, 2026
Time: 5:30 – 7:30 p.m.
Location: Union Station Plaza, 701 E. Douglas Ave., Wichita, KS
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Historic Union Station, 710 E Douglas Ave, Wichita, KS 67202, United States
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