The Downtown Indy Alliance Circle of Lights® presented by IBEW 481 celebrates its 63rd anniversary on November 28, the day after Thanksgiving. Through January 10, holiday explorers, shoppers, and foodies will be able to enjoy Circle of Lights as the Soldiers and Sailors Monument will be festively lit all season long! So mark your calendar and come one, come all, to discover the magic that Downtown Indy has to offer in the 2025 holiday season. Live music, special holiday pop-ups, and festive food and beverages will be available all over Downtown Indianapolis. Take in the lights, as you immerse yourself in a show, dinner, or carriage ride and be part of the history of Downtown Indianapolis’ urban core.
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Downtown Indy has a tradition of bringing the yuletide spirit home for the holidays. Share your traditions, and help keep the spirit of season alive and well in downtown Indy!
According to legend, the whimsical cherub mysteriously appeared on Thanksgiving Eve in 1947 to keep a watchful eye on holiday shoppers until Santa took over on Christmas Eve. That tradition has continued for more than 70 years.
After the end of World War II, architect Edward D. Pierre had a “bright” idea. What if we could light the Soldiers and Sailors Monument for the holidays as a reminder of the peace and unity we’d fought so hard to protect. Today, it’s become one of the top five “must-see Christmas trees” in the nation!
