Events
Apply to be a Musical Act at the Giving Machines at Union Station - 2025
Would you like to perform live at Union Station? We’re looking for soloist and groups–vocal and instrumental–who would like to perform at one of Kansas City’s most iconic Christmas locations.
Volunteer musicians must fit the following requirements:
- Available on Fridays or Saturdays in November and December, 2025, to perform at Union Station in Kansas City, Missouri
- Set up, Performance and Strike to fit within an hour
- Be willing to promote their performance and Giving Machines on social media/website/etc.
- Have questions, message us.
FAQ
Performers are given an hour to set-up, perform and strike.
Most time slots are between Dec 5-19 and mostly Friday and Saturday evenings.
No. Group set-up is in a designated area on the floor in the Grand Hall of Union Station near the Christmas tree.
No. Performers are offering their time and talent as a holiday gift to the community and to attract people to make donations to charities that are participating in the Giving Machines.
Groups can range between soloists and small ensembles up to 20 people.
Yes. There is a small sound system and a few microphones. We can provide a music stand and a keyboard. Logistics will be arranged for each group with the coordinators.
Deadline: October 31, 2025
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2025 Events
Nov 22, 2025
Time TBA
Grand Unwrapping Ceremony
Come celebrate the grand unwrapping of the Giving Machines KC at Union Station’s main hall, next to the Post Office.
Dec 2, 2025
All Day
Giving Tuesday Giveaway!
We’re giving away Giving Machines hats to the first few lucky people who come by!
Dec 5, 2025
All Day
Red Friday
We’re giving away Giving Machine footballs to the first few lucky people who come by!
Dec 12, 2025
All Day
Red Friday
We’re giving away Giving Machine scarves to the first few lucky people who come by!
Dec 19, 2025
All Day
Flashlight Friday
We’re giving away Giving Machine flashlights, so you can “light the world,” to the first few lucky people who come by!
Dec 23, 2025
All Day
Giving Machines Pens
We’re giving away Giving Machine pens to the first few lucky people who come by!
Visit the Giving Machines!
Nov 22, 2025 – Jan 1, 2026
Union Station
- 30 W Pershing Rd, Kansas City, MO 64108
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