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Winter Fun: A Season of Moments

the animated light show at Charlestown's Christmas City
The centerpiece of Charlestown’s Christmas City is the animated light show on the city square, but there’s also a Family Activities Park with Santa, a train ride and more.
Wellfield Botanical Gardens Winter Wonderland
You’ll be transported to a magical setting of lights, sound and beauty at Wellfield Botanical Gardens Winter Wonderland in Elkhart. Sip hot cocoa and enjoy live music as you stroll the ½-mile walk.
Ritzy's Fantasy of Lights in Garvin Park in Evansville
Enjoy more than 60 beautiful light displays as you drive through Garvin Park during Ritzy’s Fantasy of Lights in Evansville.
Winterlights at Newfields
Reserve your tickets early for the third annual Winterlights at Newfields in Indianapolis. You’ll watch lights dance to music on the Lilly House lawn and see other illuminated displays throughout the grounds.
Christmas Night of Lights at the Indiana State Fairgrounds in Indianapolis
Bring a carload of people to drive through the Indiana State Fairgrounds in Indianapolis for Christmas Nights of Lights, featuring more than a million lights synchronized to music.
Christmas at the Indianapolis Zoo
More than 50 years ago, the Indianapolis Zoo was the first to hold a holiday lights event. The tradition continues with Christmas at the Zoo, which has even more lights than ever before.
Festival of Lights at Washington Park in Michigan City
Washington Park in Michigan City is aglow during Festival of Lights, complete with more than 5 million bulbs.
Santa Claus Land of Lights in Santa Claus
Held during a three-weekend, town-wide celebration, the Santa Claus Land of Lights is a drive-through display that tells the story of Rudolph. You even get a free photo with Rudolph at the Santa Claus Christmas Store.

Light Displays

Bright and Beautiful

Go lightseeing instead of just sightseeing this year! Indiana communities create wonderful light displays, some for you to drive through and others for you to walk around with a mug of hot cocoa in hand. With so many to visit, you’ll want to go every weekend.

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NIBCO Water & Ice Park in Elkhart
Lace your skates and glide away at NIBCO Water & Ice Park in Elkhart, complete with a warming facility to use between laps.
a downhill skier
You can go downhill skiing, snowboarding or snow tubing at Perfect North Slopes in Lawrenceburg, a 100-acre facility that’s suitable for all skill levels.
hikers at Turkey Run State Park
Start 2021 off on the right (and left) foot when you participate in a First Day Hike in one of our Indiana State Parks, including Turkey Run.
The toboggan run at Pokagon State Park
You can get up to 40 miles per hour as you whoosh down the Midwest’s only refrigerated Toboggan Run at Pokagon State Park in Angola. Starting at the 30-foot tower, you’ll travel 1/4 mile through dips and valleys.
Tubing at Paoli Peaks
Outdoor enthusiasts love Paoli Peaks, where you can ski, snowboard or tube downhill. Between runs enjoy Peaks Pizzeria & Grill or a beverage in Bully Barn.
skating at Riverside Skating Center in West Lafayette
Glide along the ice at Riverside Skating Center in West Lafayette, where they even have lights for evening outings.

Outdoor Adventures

Hats on for Fun

There’s nothing like a deep breath of fresh air, even when that air is chilly. Whether you’re an accomplished skier or snowboarder or a novice, Indiana has the hills for you. You might try the Midwest’s only refrigerated toboggan run or hike a favorite trail.

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Festival of Trees at the Embassy Theatre in Fort Wayne
It’s the 36th annual Festival of Trees at the Embassy Theatre in Fort Wayne. There are plenty of family activities in addition to viewing the beautifully decorated trees.
"A Christmas Story" Comes Home at the Welcome Center in Hammond
Oh, fuuuudddddgggge! “A Christmas Story” Comes Home features seven window displays telling the beloved story of Ralphie and friends as he pines for a BB gun. It’s all at the Welcome Center in Hammond.
Jingle Rails at The Eiteljorg Museum in Indianapolis
The Eiteljorg Museum takes you on a journey from iconic Indianapolis landmarks to National Parks across the nation during Jingle Rails. The G-scale model train wonderland contains nine working model trains.
Christmas at the Seiberling Mansion in Kokomo
You won’t want to miss a detail inside or out of this well-known mansion when you spend Christmas at the Seiberling in Kokomo.
Reindeer Ride Express in Noblesville
Santa will be waiting to see you in the red caboose after your adventure on the Reindeer Ride Express, departing from Noblesville.
Chestnuts Roasting on an Open Fire at Candy Castle in Santa Claus
It’s not just a line in a song. At the Candy Castle in Santa Claus, you can actually enjoy Chestnuts Roasting on an Open Fire. It’s part of the three-weekend Santa Claus Christmas Celebration.
Heated igloos at Urban Vines in Westfield
Grab seven friends to join you in a Heated Igloo at Urban Vines in Westfield. They’ll deliver pizza and charcuterie to you, and you can visit the bar to sample their wine and beer offerings.
Schimpff's Confectionery
It’s way more than a candy store at Schimpff’s Confectionery in Jeffersonville. Tour the candy museum, grab a treat at the soda fountain and see candy demonstrations.
candy displays at Albanese Candy Factory in Merrillville
They make the World’s Best Gummies, and you’ll get great stocking stuffers at Albanese Candy Factory in Merrillville.
Wick's Pies
Enjoy a meal at Mrs. Wick’s Bakery & Cafe and buy some to take home or for gifting when you visit Wick’s Pies in Winchester.

Holiday Happenings

Favorites and New Ones

Whether you’re a traditionalist who wants to visit the same places each year or you’re ready to try something new, Indiana has great options for you and yours. So get your shopping list ready and warm up those vocal cords for lots of merriment.

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Downhill skier with overlay: The Twenty in 20

The 20IN20

Even More Ideas

We've had fun creating The 20IN20 this year, with ideas for all kinds of places to go and things to do. Check out all the lists, and then make plans to make them some of your favorites, too.

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