Holiday Events
Along the Ohio River Way
Southern Indiana (Clark & Floyd counties)
Southern Indiana Light Up Events
Light Up Jeff & Holiday Parade
The City of Jeffersonville comes aglow during Light Up Jeff on Saturday, November 22, at Warder Park. The North Pole Party begins at 4 p.m. on Court Avenue with games, rides, live entertainment, treats, visits with Santa Claus, and more. The Holiday Light Up Parade gets rolling at 6 p.m. Find a great viewing spot on Spring Street (between Market and 7th) and watch as the floats, bands, unique vehicles, and other participants ride by. Immediately after the parade ends, Mayor Mike Moore flips the switch to light up Warder Park.
Date: Saturday, November 22
Time: 4 – 7 p.m.
Location: Downtown Jeffersonville, Indiana
Cost: FREE
Light Up Charlestown
Kick off the Charlestown Christmas City season at Light Up Charlestown! Enjoy holiday music, food trucks, and the big light switch flip at 6 p.m. as the city glows with lights across Greenway Park, City Square, and the Family Activities Park.
Date: Friday, November 28
Time: Starts at 5 p.m.; Light switch at 6 p.m.
Location: Greenway Park, 400 Market Street, Charlestown, IN 47111
Cost: FREE
Light Up New Albany
Kick off the holiday season with Light Up New Albany at 5 p.m. on Saturday, November 29, in Bicentennial Park. Packed with yuletide fun for the entire family, City of New Albany presents an evening of crafts, cookies, hot cocoa, face painting, a photo booth, and visits with Santa.
Date: Saturday, November 29
Time: 5 – 8 p.m.
Location: Bicentennial Park, 118 E. Spring St., New Albany, IN 47150
Cost: FREE
Derby Dinner Playhouse’s Children’s Theatre presents A Velveteen Rabbit Christmas, November 15 – December 20. Christmas presents come to life as a very special toy learns what is real and is changed forever in this enchanting new holiday musical based on the classic book. Santa will be at every performance! Tickets include meal, show, tax, and parking.
Date: Select dates from November 15 – December 20
Time: Showtimes vary
Location: Derby Dinner Playhouse, 525 Marriott Dr, Clarksville, IN 47129
Cost: $20 – $25, plus $2 service fee per ticket
For more events and things to do in SoIN (Clark & Floyd counties), visit gosoin.com.
Rising Sun, Indiana
November 28-December 31
Christmas Model Train Show - Downtown Rising Sun
Conductors of Indiana Train Club - 223 Main Street - Thurs.-Sun. - 11 am-5 pm
223 Main St - FREE Admission/Donations Appreciated - Info: (513) 709-8256
November 30
The Grand Holiday Market-Rising Star Casino Resort
10 am-5 pm - Artisan Gifts - Santa Visits - Live Music and More!
FREE Admission - Info: (800) 472-6311 - 777 Rising Star Drive - Rising Sun
December 5-6
Christmas Market at the Museum - OC Historical Museum
10 am-4 pm - Arts & Crafts Vendors and more! - FREE Admission
212 S. Walnut St. - Rising Sun - Fundraiser Event - Info (812) 438-4915
December 12
Best Christmas Party Ever - Rising Star Casino Resort
6-10 pm - Dinner - Live Entertainment - Beautiful Decor- Shopping & More!
777 Rising Star Drive - Rising Sun - Info/Book Now: (812) 803-0038
December 13
A Merry Little Christmas Celebration - Visitors Center
5-8 pm - Vendors - Santa Visits (5-7 pm) - Carriage Rides & More!
Ohio County Tourism - 217 N. High Street - FREE - Info: (812) 438-4933
Southeast Indiana
November 11–December 30 – Hillforest “A Victorian Christmas” Exhibit
Experience “Christmas Past” at historic Hillforest, decorated with authentic Victorian holiday décor. 213 Fifth Street, Aurora. Info: www.hillforest.org or Facebook.
November 21 – Woliung’s Farm 6th-Annual Open House
Explore this farm property and enjoy exclusive offers and discounts on a wide variety of holiday gifts and decorations, a selection of delightful refreshments, hot chocolate bar, photo op areas, and more. 6781 State Road 48, Aurora. Info: www.thefarmindiana.com/event-calendar or Facebook.
November 21-22 – Over the Moon Vintage Holiday Market
Lawrenceburg Fairgrounds, Lawrenceburg. Friday: 4-9 pm; Saturday: 9 am-4 pm.
Info: www.facebook.com/OverTheMoonVintageMarket.
November 21-23 – Holiday Shopping Expo
Lawrenceburg Event Center, 91 Walnut Street, Lawrenceburg. Browse more than 100 vendors at this large shopping event! Info: www.lawrenceburgshows.com or Facebook.
November 21–December 23 – Perfect North Slopes Northern Lights
Enjoy beautiful holiday light displays around the property. 19074 Perfect Lane, Lawrenceburg. Info: www.perfectnorth.com/northern-lights or Facebook.
November 22–December 22 – Arts Alive! Art Fair & Gift Bazaar
10am-4 pm (closed Sunday & Monday). Fine arts and craft vendors, plus a silent auction on Nov. 29 featuring restaurants, recreation, museums, and more. Dearborn Highlands Arts Council, 331 Walnut Street, Lawrenceburg. Info: www.dearbornhighlandsarts.org or Facebook.
November 29 – Downtown Aurora – Small Business Saturday.
Info: www.mainstreetaurora.com or Facebook.
November 29 – Downtown Lawrenceburg – Small Business Saturday
Info: www.downtownlawrenceburg.com or Facebook.
November 29 – Making Greendale Bright
6-8 pm. Kick off the holiday season at Greendale Cabin. Info: www.greendalemainstreet.com/events or Facebook.
November 30 – Aurora Tree Lighting and Miracle on Main Kick-Off
Kick off Miracle on Main in Downtown Aurora. Enjoy the city’s official tree lighting, Santa’s arrival, activities at the Southeast Indiana Art Guild and more. Info, times and complete schedule: www.mainstreetaurora.com or Facebook.
November 30 – City of Lawrenceburg - Mayor’s Reception & Christmas Tree Lighting
5:30-7:30 pm, Lawrenceburg Event Center and Lawrenceburg Civic Park. Enjoy a performance by the Cincinnati Brass Band, hors d’oeuvres & refreshments, Lawrenceburg Main Street ornaments, Mayor’s Welcome, lighting of the Christmas Tree and holiday lights display, Tiger Pizazz performance and Christmas Caroling. Info: www.thinklawrenceburg.com or City of Lawrenceburg Facebook.
Late November – Late January – Winter Wonderland Ice Rink
Enjoy outdoor skating fun all season long! Info: www.downtownlawrenceburg.com.
Select Weekends in December – Meet Santa & His Reindeer Tour
Reindeer Ridge, 7621 N. Dearborn Rd., Guilford. Meet Santa and his live reindeer for a magical holiday experience. Info: 513-379-4510 or www.reindeerridgerentals.com.
December 4–7 – Christmas in Indiana Trail
10 am-5 pm; Sunday 11 am-4 pm. Explore a festive shopping trail at various shops throughout the region. Info: www.facebook.com/christmasinindiana.
December 4–6 – Fair Trade Marketplace
Shop this pop-up holiday event at the Dearborn County Fairgrounds, 101 Speedway Drive, Lawrenceburg, IN. Info: www.facebook.com/InternationalFairTrade or 720-215-6800.
December 6–7 – Holtkamp Winery Holiday Open House
10868 Woliung Road, Sunman, IN. Info: www.holtkampwinery.com.
December 6–21 – Miracle on Main Street
Saturdays and Sundays. Celebrate the season in downtown Lawrenceburg with festive activities and family fun. Info: www.facebook.com/MainStreetAurora.
December 6 – Winter Wonderland Parade & Activities
Celebrate the holidays with a parade and family-friendly entertainment.
Info: www.downtownlawrenceburg.com.
December 6 – Light Up Newtown Park
5-7 pm. Stroll among beautifully decorated trees and vote for your favorite! US 50 between Park & Main, Lawrenceburg, IN.
Info: www.lightupdchs.com.
December 7 – Hillforest’s Annual Holiday Gift to the Community
1-4 pm. Enjoy this free holiday tradition with the family. 213 Fifth Street, Aurora, IN.
Info: www.hillforest.org or call 812-926-0087.
December 9 & 11 – Hillforest Victorian Christmas Tea
11 am-1 pm. Tour Hillforest’s holiday exhibit and enjoy a festive three-course tea. 213 Fifth Street, Aurora, IN.
Info: www.hillforest.org or call 812-926-0087.
December 12, 13 & 14 – The Liberty Theater Model Railroad Expo 2025
229 Walnut Street, Lawrenceburg, IN. Located just one block from the tracks
Info: www.whiskeycityslibertytheater.com/shows or call 859-250-2730.
December 12–14 – Rivertown Players – Irving Berlin’s White Christmas
Woliung’s Farm, 6781 State Road 48, Aurora, IN.
December 13 – Greendale’s Christmas on the Avenue
6-10 pm. Tour historic homes along Greendale’s Ridge Avenue.
Info: www.greendalemainstreet.com.
December 14 & 21 – Holtkamp Winery – Clydesdales & Stock Up on Christmas Gifts
December 14: Clydesdale Wagon Rides 1-3 pm; enjoy wine gift sets and complimentary sweets. 10868 Woliung Road, Sunman, IN.
Info: www.holtkampwinery.com.
December 20 – Funny Farm Coffee Company’s Holiday Makers’ Market
10am-4 pm. Shop handmade and vintage goods at The Liberty Theater, 225 Walnut Street, Lawrenceburg, IN.
Info: www.funnyfarmcoffee.com/holidaymarket.
December 20 – Hillforest – Holiday on the Hill
6:30-8:30 pm. Enjoy a holiday dinner and live music. 213 Fifth Street, Aurora, IN. Info: www.hillforest.org or call 812-926-0087.
December 31 – New Year’s Eve at Perfect North Slopes
Ring in the New Year at Perfect North! Starting at 8 PM, there will be a DJ in the lodge, and party favors for the first 500 people. Right before midnight, skiers and snowboarders will participate in a torchlight parade, counting down to the moment, and fireworks will take place at exactly midnight. The event is free for spectators (lift tickets for skiing and snowboarding, or snow tubing tickets, sold separately). Info: www.perfectnorth.com.
