Can't wait for holiday excitement in Indianapolis? Dive into our guide for all the festive activities! From Indianapolis natives to holiday explorers, our guide helps everyone enjoy the season's festivities.
Popular events include the enchanting "Indiana Ballet Conservatory: The Nutcracker," where timeless ballet meets holiday magic. Featuring vibrant performances and a beloved score, it captures the spirit of Christmas. There's also "Irving Berlin's White Christmas," showcasing an unforgettable musical experience filled with classic tunes and dazzling dance numbers. And definitely don't forget "A Christmas Carol," which brings Dickens' cherished story to life with captivating performances. See more details on these and other fun events and activities below!
Happy Holidays!
Top Events Events In and Around Indianapolis
- AES Indiana Yuletide Celebration
- A Christmas Carol Holiday Traditions Event
- Jingle Rails: The Great Western Adventure
- LIVE Family Christmas at Benjamin Harrison Presidential Site
- Indianapolis Zoo's Christmas at the Zoo
- Breakfast with Santa at the Indianapolis Zoo
- The Children's Museum of Indianapolis - Christmas Eve Free Admission
- Indianapolis Christmas Gift and Hobby Show
- Junior League Holiday Mart
- Lights at the Brickyard
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Indianapolis Events Events
AES Indiana Yuletide Celebration (Indianapolis) • 0.1 miles
Beloved Hoosier holiday tradition with tap-dancing Santas.
A Christmas Carol Holiday Traditions Event (Indianapolis) • 0.2 miles
Uplifting tale of redemption and kindness
Jingle Rails: The Great Western Adventure (Indianapolis) • 0.5 miles
G-scale model train wonderland with miniature landmarks
LIVE Family Christmas at Benjamin Harrison Presidential Site (Indianapolis) • 1.1 miles
Step back to 1888 for a presidential holiday experience.
Indianapolis Zoo's Christmas at the Zoo (Indianapolis) • 1.2 miles
Central Indiana's beloved holiday tradition with over 57 years of festive magic.
Breakfast with Santa at the Indianapolis Zoo (Indianapolis) • 1.2 miles
One-on-one time with Santa Claus
The Children's Museum of Indianapolis - Christmas Eve Free Admission (Indianapolis) • 2.9 miles
Free Christmas Eve admission to the world's largest children's museum.
Indianapolis Christmas Gift and Hobby Show (Indianapolis) • 4.3 miles
76th annual holiday shopping tradition with 375 vendors.
Junior League Holiday Mart (Indianapolis) • 4.3 miles
Premier holiday shopping event featuring diverse small business merchants.
Lights at the Brickyard (Indianapolis) • 4.8 miles
Spectacular drive-through holiday light show
Christmas Nights of Lights (Indianapolis) • 4.8 miles
Spectacular drive-through holiday light show
Festival of Carols (Indianapolis) • 4.9 miles
Central Indiana's favorite holiday concert tradition
Elf The Musical (Indianapolis) • 5.0 miles
A heartwarming tale of holiday spirit and family
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