the holi-yay express
Bus Line Fun
All Aboard the Holi-YAY Express!
All along IndyGo’s Red and Purple lines, you’ll find a winter Wanderland waiting for you. Need to satisfy a holiday sweet tooth? Try Indiana Historical Society’s Festival of Trees for fancy sweets and treats and, before riding over to the Athenaeum Christkindlmarkt for some holiday desserts (and gluhwein) at this authentic German winter market. Discover a magical model train wonderland, complete with festive holiday trimmings and lighting, at the Eiteljorg Museum’s Jingle Rails. Next, you’ll want to ride down to Christmas at the Zoo, where Santa and his reindeer will make select appearances for the little ones (or maybe you’re in the mood for a penguin encounter or the mirror maze!). And finally, you can skate the night away at Bicentennial Unity Plaza’s outdoor ice rink. Wherever you end up, make it holi-yay experience!
Deck the Halls

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.

A Fairy Tale Setting

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.

All Aboard for Holiday Fun!

This beloved annual holiday tradition 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.

A Wildly Wonderful Time!

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.

Shopping

Tackle all of your last minute wish lists with some festive holiday shopping in downtown retailers with some of the city’s most unique gift-giving ideas they’ll love!

Lattes & Restaurants

You’ll find the perfect place to pop into for a refreshing beverage along your wanderland journey!