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Jingle Rails
Eiteljorg Museum
A beloved annual holiday tradition, Fifth Third Bank Jingle Rails: The Great Western Adventure is a breathtaking model train display featuring nine G-scale trains traveling through spectacular landscapes and past famous landmarks of Indianapolis and the American West. Each scene is masterfully crafted from natural materials and adorned with festive holiday decorations and twinkling lights, creating a magical experience for visitors of all ages.
Places to Wander
Indiana Historical Society
This holiday extravaganza features a winter wonderland of more than 80 trees representing individuals, families and companies from around Indiana. Don't miss special programs and enhanced dining and shopping options, too.
Nov 15 - Jan 04, 2025
Indiana Repertory Theatre
Banish your bah humbugs! A Christmas Carol shines a light on the power of kindness and love in this uplifting tale of one man’s journey to redemption. As the weather turns cold, warm your heart with story and song at the IRT.
Nov 16 - Dec 24, 2024
Mass Ave Cultural Arts District
Locals know it. Visitors quickly catch on. From visionary public art, live theatre, shops that are one-of-a-kind, chef-inspired food and drink restaurants, to historic neighborhoods and architecture, this is a place unlike any other.
Nov 16 - Jan 03, 2025
Indianapolis Zoo
A light sprinkling of snow and the glow of twinkling lights will fill the sky, creating a magical nighttime experience that has become one of Central Indiana’s most beloved holiday traditions.
Nov 16 - Jan 05, 2025
Bicentennial Unity Plaza
This winter, a captivating tradition continues as the Elevance Health Rink at Bicentennial Unity Plaza transforms into a mesmerizing ice-skating wonderland right in the heart of downtown Indianapolis.
Nov 22 - Jan 26, 2025
Downtown Indy, Inc.
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! Discover the magic that Downtown Indy has to offer!
Nov 29 - Dec 31, 2024
Indiana State Museum
At the Indiana State Museum’s Celebration Crossing, you’ll discover an epic train ride on the Snowfall Express, a holiday buffet inside the L.S. Ayres Tea Room, a visit with Santa, and winter wonderland activities.
Nov 29 - Jan 05, 2025
Athenænum
Twinkling lights, a dazzling bandshell, and a fairy-tale scene! Step inside the enchanted Rathskeller Biergarten and experience an authentic German winter market, traditional food, live entertainment, and holiday celebrations from around the globe.
Nov 29 - Dec 22, 2024
Indianapolis Symphony Orchestra
Indiana’s greatest holiday tradition returns this December! The celebration starts in the theatre lobby with festive decorations, hot chocolate, Christmas cookies, melodies from the Wurlitzer organ and unique photo opps.
December 06-23, 2024