Always Festive
There are always great festivals and events happening in Festival Country Indiana, just south of Indy. We are your destination for music festivals, craft brew and wine festivals, and weekend festivals that check the box for “plenty of things to do with kids.”
So, if you’re looking for things to do this weekend, come to the place of festivals. Once you experience Festival Country Indiana, you'll want to return time and time again.
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Santa at Greenwood Park Mall
Come to Greenwood Park Mall daily from Nov. 12 to Dec. 24 for pictures with Santa. Reservations are strongly encouraged and can be made using the website link.
Christmas at the Farm
Enjoy a drive-thru light exhibit. On December 11, there will also be hot chocolate, a petting zoo, family fun and Christmas tree sales.
Christmas at the Park
Experience an interactive light show with 500,000 LED lights, Santa visits and more on select nights.
The Holiday Stroll
Enjoy a magical holiday experience with larger-than-life decorations, lights, hot cocoa and a campfire.
Dec-a-Trees at the museum
Come to Johnson County Museum to see all the decorated Christmas trees.
Southside Art League Super Christmas Sale
Come view and purchase a variety of art in every price range, plus greeting cards.
Franklin Holiday Lighting and Winter Market
Enjoy a winter market, a lighted parade at 5:30 p.m., and the lighting at the courthouse at 7 p.m.
Edinburgh Community Christmas Bazaar
Browse booths selling crafts, food, jewelry and decor.
Winter Wonderland
Come to Old Town Atrium for food, drinks, treats, games and a Santa photo opportunity. Please bring a new, unopened toy to donate.
Santa at the Museum
Santa will be at the museum for free pictures. Kids can enjoy a craft activity and viewing the Dec-a-Trees while waiting.
Meet and greet with Frozen princesses
Johnson County Public Library is offering several fun events, including a meet and greet with Frozen princesses Anna and Elsa.
Christmas Concert
First Presbyterian Church of Franklin will offer a free Christmas Concert in conjunction with the Franklin Holiday Lighting.
Lighted Trail
Come to the Greenwood Amphitheater to enjoy a lighted trail powered by Duke energy.
Live Nativity
Everyone is invited to drive by and enjoy the portrayal of the birth of Christ.
Sedona Station performance
Come to Richard’s Brick Oven Pizza to enjoy pizza and the music of Sedona Station as they perform.
Christmas Celebration of the Arts
Enjoy vendors, live music, photos with Santa, character visits, crafts and more.
50-foot MegaTree Viewing
The town of New Whiteland is displaying its unique 50-foot MegaTree, which is a giant, electronically lighted light show experience.
Meet the Grinch
Families will enjoy a special character visit with the Grinch and story time.
Silly Safaris live reindeer and other animals
See a live baby reindeer and other animals.
Live Musical Tribute to Charlie Brown
Come enjoy an evening of live Christmas music favorites with Jerry Navarro and Friends performing Charlie Brown Christmas on stage.
Franklin College Instrumental Concert
The instrumental chamber concerts will showcase Franklin College instrumental students.
Six Thinking Hats Workshop
At this workshop, you’ll learn a process to streamline decision making and ensure you’re looking at all angles.
Live Nativity at Honey Creek
Enjoy a live nativity at Honey Creek United Methodist Church.
Breakfast with Santa
Enjoy a Breakfast with Santa event at O’Charley’s Restaurant & Bar, complete with a hot breakfast, visits with Santa, and a backdrop for photo opportunities.
