A 1-minute guide to holiday fun across the Indianapolis area
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Holiday fun is in full swing across Indianapolis.
Why it matters: It's the most wonderful time of the year.
State of the (decked) halls: Here are some local happenings to help make the most of the season.
β¨ Christmas Nights of Lights at the Indiana State Fairgrounds, Newfields' Winterlights, a Merry Prairie Holiday at Conner Prairie, and Christmas at the Zoo offer dazzling light displays for those willing to pay.
π‘ Those looking for a free light show can visit SPARK: Holidays on the Circle to see the monument lit up for the season, meet Santa, and mail letters to the North Pole.
π For indoor fun, visit the Children's Museum's WinterFaire carnival or see more than 80 trees at the Indiana Historical Society's aptly named Festival of Trees.
π Banish your bah humbugs with "A Christmas Carol" at the Indiana Repertory Theatre, Yuletide with the Indianapolis Symphony Orchestra, or a musical version of the classic "A Christmas Story" at Carmel's Civic Theatre.
π "Polar Express" enthusiasts can visit the Garfield Park Conservatory's holiday train and poinsettia display, Jingle Rails at the Eiteljorg Museum, and take a ride on the State Museum's Snowfall Express through a snowy forest filled with music and movement.
π Celebrate Hanukkah on Dec. 20 at the Athenaeum's Christkindlmarkt with traditional music and holiday activities.
- The market will celebrate Kwanzaa with special programming, including a dance performance, the following day.
βΈοΈ Hit the ice for outdoor fun at Morris Bicentennial Plaza, Holliday Park and Carmel's ice rink at Carter Green.
πΈ Sip festive drinks like Sugar Plum Mai Tais (Almost Famous) and Mistletoe Martinis (Omni Severin Hotel) at pop-up holiday bars.
- Visit Indy has a rundown of nearly a dozen options.
