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92nd Annual Evergy Plaza Lighting Ceremony Returns with Kansas City Current Set to 'Flip the Switch'

November 11, 2021 - National Women's Soccer League (NWSL)
Kansas City Current News Release


KANSAS CITY - The Evergy Plaza Lighting Ceremony returns on Thursday, November 25, celebrating 92 years as a beloved Thanksgiving tradition in Kansas City.

Fresh off an historical inaugural season, which included the announcement of a $70 million stadium which is the first purpose-built stadium for professional women's soccer, a new $15 million training facility for the team, and an exciting brand reveal from KC NWSL to the Kansas City Current, we are so proud to now have the opportunity to "flip the switch" illuminating Country Club Plaza. Ceremony partner KMBC will again present the live broadcast that starts at 6 p.m. with Lara Moritz as host.

"We're on a mission to elevate women's sports and make a difference in the Kansas City community," said KC Current Co-Founder and Co-Owner Angie Long. "Participating in this iconic celebration on the Plaza is an honor and our team cannot wait to celebrate the holiday and the city that we love."

"We've seen exciting momentum around the Kansas City Current, and they've represented our city so well both on the field and off. We're absolutely thrilled to welcome the team as the switch flipper for the ceremony," said Country Club Plaza General Manager Kasey Vena. "Having these amazing athletes in this role will bring great energy and excitement to an event that's always so meaningful and memorable for our community."

Scheduled to attend the celebration for the Current are:

- Goalkeeper Tristin Stuteville

- Defender Elizabeth Ball

- Defender Sydney Miramontez

- Defender/Midfielder Kristen Edmonds

- Forward Kristen Hamilton

- Forward Jaycie Johnson

In addition to the time-honored flipping of the switch, the show will feature performances by Quixotic, Musical Theater Heritage, Summer Breeze and others, in addition to fireworks. Once lit this year, the Evergy Plaza Lights will shine nightly through January 9, 2022.

"The anticipation is building for the Plaza's annual illumination," said Chuck Caisley, chief customer officer for Evergy. "We're excited to partner again with the Plaza for this community tradition that signifies the start of the holiday season and draws so many people to the Kansas City region."

Added Sarah Smith, president and general manager of KMBC and KCWE: "Whether the community watches the show in-person or through our live broadcast, they will see all of the fun experiences, interviews, holiday performances and, of course, the Plaza's spectacular lights that signify to us all the start of the holiday season."

Best Views and Parking

The stage will be located at the intersection of Nichols Road and Pennsylvania, with the best views along Nichols Road between Pennsylvania and Broadway. Free parking will also be offered at several nearby garages, including:

Valencia Garage (by H&M) on the north side of 47th Street and Pennsylvania

Balcony Garage on Wornall near 46th Street

Seville Garage, entrance on 47th Street between Jefferson and Summit

Time Building Garage north of True Food Kitchen on Pennsylvania

Stay up to date with all things Evergy Plaza Lighting Ceremony by following the Country Club Plaza on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram or visiting the Plaza's website.

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