Dates: Nov. 15-Dec. 24

Check showtimes and purchase tickets at irtlive.com

Indiana Repertory Theatre's A Christmas Carol, presented by Oxford Financial! Banish your bah humbugs and celebrate the season at the Indiana Repertory Theatre! 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.

Dates: Dec. 5-27

Tickets: CivicTheatre.org

The holiday classic you love comes to life on stage! Catch Located right by the Carmel Christkindlmarkt, the Booth Tarkington Civic Theatre is your warm and cozy holiday stop.

Dates: Nov. 28 and 29, Fridays-Sundays, Dec. 5-21, Dec. 22-23

Get tickets at connerprairie.org

A Merry Prairie Holiday - Spend the holidays with Conner Prairie and make the season magical at A Merry Prairie Holiday. Explore History Holidays and immerse yourself in the glow of Prairietown by candlelight. Surround yourself with thousands of lights and celebrate traditions while making your own family memories.

Dates: Nov.22-Dec. 24 (closed Monday & Tuesday, check hours)

The Carmel Christkindlmarkt is the premier holiday attraction in Carmel, Indiana, welcoming more than 475,000 visitors in 2023. The sights, smells, and vendors transport visitors into the world of an authentic Christmas market in Germany. Enjoy authentic German treats, sip warm Glühwein or Glühbier, ice skate on a gorgeous outdoor rink, and more.
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The Market is free to attend and open to all. There is a fee for ice skating and any food, drink or gifts that are purchased.

Dates: Nov. 28-Jan. 4

Tickets: indianamuseum.org/celebration-crossing or call visitor services at (317) 232-1637

Indiana State Museum’s Celebration Crossing opens in grand style with Santa’s arrival by helicopter on the front lawn! Come join him, Mrs. Claus and the elves on Nov. 28 at 10:30 a.m. as he lights the magnificent 92 County Tree and officially opens the museum’s signature holiday experience.

Throughout December visitors can meet the jolly old elf daily in his fanciful house and children can play in Santa’s Front Yard and Reindeer Barn. The Snowfall Express is a must for all ages and offers a magical train ride through a snowy forest filled with music, movement and wonder. Elsewhere in the museum, visitors can enjoy performances by local choirs and ensembles at Holiday Sounds, see the original Santa Claus Express train and animated window displays from the downtown Indianapolis L. S. Ayres store and more.

Celebration Crossing is free for Indiana State Museum and Historic Sites members and included with museum admission. Come experience the holiday magic for yourself!

Dates: Friday-Sundays, Nov. 28-Dec. 21

Admission is free.

In the heart of Mass Avenue’s Arts District, you’re invited to eat, drink, and be merry this holiday season.

At the Athenaeum Christkindlmarkt, you’ll find the traditional festival elements (music, warm raclettes, gluhwein and plenty of platzchen to go around) are just the foundation for special storytelling traditions unique to our rich, German culture. This is your chance to gather with friends and family, and celebrate the magic and wonder of the holiday season in our historic Biergarten.

Dates: Nov. 22-Jan. 4, 5 pm-close. *Closed holidays.

Get tickets at indianapoliszoo.com/zoo-events/christmas-at-the-zoo

Christmas at the Zoo, presented by Indiana Members Credit Union, is a wild winter wonderland. Sip hot cocoa and stroll through twinkling lights as you visit scampering red pandas, playful penguins, whiskered walrus and the graceful arctic fox. And, of course, stop by Santa’s Magic Cottage!

Dates: Nov. 7-Dec. 31 (rain, shine, or snow)

Tickets: ChristmasNightsofLights.com (online reservations required)

The Indiana State Fairgrounds presents Christmas Nights of Lights, Indy’s largest drive-thru light show synchronized to holiday music on your car radio! Experience all new displays, including a new light-up forest.

QR codes for Check-in can be found at the ticket admissions window and at the exit of Christmas Nights of Lights.

Dates: Nov. 14–Jan. 3 (closed on Mondays, except Dec. 22)

Tickets: indianahistory.org/events/festival-of-trees

The Indiana Historical Society’s Festival of Trees features a winter wonderland of more than 80 trees representing individuals, families and companies from around Indiana. The 7-week annual holiday extravaganza includes special programs as well as enhanced dining and shopping options.

Dates: Nov. 21-Jan. 25

Tickets: GainbridgeFieldhouse.com/IceSkating (advanced reservations recommended)

Walk-up, in-person sales will be available based on availability.

Come ice-skate in the heart of Downtown Indianapolis as the Elevance Health Rink at Morris Bicentennial Plaza transforms into a winter wonderland right outside of Gainbridge Fieldhouse! Come celebrate the holiday season with family and friends, enjoy warm winter treats and beverages, and admire their signature holiday tree.

Dates: Nov. 15-Jan. 19

Tickets: eiteljorg.org/exhibitions/jingle-rails

All Aboard Holiday Magic! Visit Jingle Rails: The Great Western Adventure where you will journey through a miniature wonderland of trains, lights, and landscapes at the Eiteljorg Museum. Parking is included and members enjoy get free admission. It's a holiday tradition for the whole family!

Dates: Nov. 16-Dec. 23

Tickets: nickelplateexpress.com/train-rides

All aboard the Reindeer Express! Enjoy a magical 75-minute holiday train ride from Hobbs Station with cookies, hot chocolate, and a visit from Santa. Cheerful elves and vintage railcars make this family tradition unforgettable.

Dates: Open every Saturday and Sunday from 4-8 p.m. through December 21

Admission is free.

SPARK Holidays on the Circle will feature themed musical performances and appearances from Santa Claus within the Northwest bollards of Monument Circle. These events are free and open to the public. During SPARK festivities, hot coco and coffee will be available for purchase onsite. SPARK is made possible by DII, Big Car Collaborative, and the Indianapolis Department of Metropolitan Development with support from the Capital Improvement Board and the Indiana War Memorials Commission.

Dates: Nov. 22-Feb. 1

Tickets: theiceatcartergreen.com

The Ice at Carter Green - Lace up your skates and glide into the season at The Ice at Carter Green! Nestled in the heart of the Carmel Christkindlmarkt, this picturesque rink brings all the holiday charm — twinkling lights, cheerful music, and plenty of smiles. The perfect place to make winter memories in Carmel.

Dates: Nov. 22-Jan.3

Tickets: theiceatgrandjunction.com

Enjoy eco-friendly, iceless skating at the Ice Ribbon at Grand Junction Plaza in Westfield, powered by Glice! This synthetic rink offers fun for all ages in downtown Westfield - perfect for families, young children, and beginner skaters.

Dates: Nov. 28-Mar. 1

Tickets: hollidaypark.org/rink

Located in the heart of Holliday Park, the Ice Rink offers a family-friendly outdoor skating experience surrounded by the park’s natural beauty. The real-ice rink features daily public skating, skating and hockey lessons, special themed programs, and weekly specials for students and couples. The rink is also available for private rentals, from birthday parties to corporate gatherings. Guests can warm up in the cozy lounge with food and drinks by Mashcraft Brewing while taking in views of the illuminated Ruins—a magical winter backdrop for all ages.

Dates: Dec. 2-13

Tickets: thecenterpresents.org

Ring in the holidays with world-class entertainment at Allied Solutions Center for the Performing Arts! The Old Town Holiday Series at the Payne & Mencias Palladium includes:

• David Foster & Katharine McPhee on Dec. 2

• Jon McLaughlin & Friends on Dec. 5

• Preservation Hall Jazz Band on Dec. 8

• Dave Koz & Friends on Dec. 12

• Chris Isaak on Dec. 13

Dates: Nov. 15-Feb. 22

Tickets: childrensmuseum.org/cart/tickets

Make lifelong memories together in WinterFaire, a magical indoor world featuring a festive, carnival-like atmosphere, fun-filled games, lovable critters, and hands-on activities. Glide down the WinterSlide and, on select days, visit with Santa.

On Saturday, Dec. 6, join the 100-year-old museum for its Birthday Bash—a party one century in the making!

Dates: Nov. 21-Jan. 4

Tickets: discovernewfields.org/events-exhibitions/winterlights

It’s merry. It’s bright. It’s Winterlights presented by Bank of America at Newfields. Nearly two million lights will dazzle and delight during the ninth annual holiday tradition in The Garden. Lights will dance beneath your feet and twinkle overhead, reaching the very tips of 100-year-old trees and lighting the way.

The undeniable display of wintertime wonder extends inside the historic Lilly House with whimsical Dickens Villages, sweetly scented gingerbread, and a sprinkle of holiday delight at Styled for the Season presented by LINNEA.

The more the merrier...Winterwonder Pass is available for guests looking for ultimate cheer.

Hearts and hands will be warmed by crackling firepits at Culinary Campsite at Garden Terrace. Satisfy your holiday sweet cravings with s’more kits and giant chocolate chip cookies. Get in the holiday spirit—cocoa and ciders can be spiked with a shot from Uncle Nearest Premium Whiskey or peppermint vodka. Or enjoy a Winterlights-inspired Electric Reindeer brew from Sun King Brewing Co., or a spiced plum cider from Ash & Elm Cider Co.

The more you know...

• Kids five and under are free.

• There is a $1.99 processing fee per paid ticket.

• Access Pass is excluded from processing fees.

• Enter 38th St. entrance for $20 Reserved Parking.

• Enter Michigan Rd. entrance for Free Parking.

Dates: Dec. 5-23

Tickets: indianapolissymphony.org/event/yuletide/

The Indianapolis Symphony Orchestra AES Indiana Yuletide Celebration returns featuring Broadway sensation Ashley Brown and multi-genre powerhouse Curtis Bannister as co-hosts of this dazzling tradition. Maestro Jack Everly and the ISO bring your favorite holiday music to life with Broadway-style showstoppers, the famous tap-dancing Santas, and special friends from the North Pole.