Join the holiday celebrations with the Granger community! Find all the events and activities in our guide. Whether you're a familiar face in Granger or a new visitor, our guide shows you the season's highlights.
One highlight this season is the Trans-Siberian Orchestra - The Lost Christmas Eve Tour, which promises a stunning blend of rock music and holiday spirit. With its vibrant performances, it's a must-see event for those who appreciate elaborate stage displays. Another attraction is the Mannheim Steamroller Christmas, showcasing unique arrangements of holiday classics that blend traditional and contemporary sounds. And you definitely won’t want to miss the Celtic Angels Christmas, a captivating performance that combines angelic vocals with enchanting choreography. See more details on these and other fun events and activities below!
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Top Holiday Events In and Around Granger
- Trans-Siberian Orchestra - The Lost Christmas Eve Tour (Various)
- Mannheim Steamroller Christmas (Shipshewana)
- Tree Lighting and Santa’s Arrival in Downtown South Bend (South Bend)
- Winterfest in Mishawaka (Mishawaka)
- Gift of Lights at Potawatomi Zoo (South Bend)
- Winterfest Parade and Tree Lighting (Elkhart)
- Celtic Angels Christmas (Shipshewana)
- A Christmas Story Comes Home (Hammond)
- Holidays at the Oliver Mansion (South Bend)
- Christmas with the Gettys (Shipshewana)
See these and even more events listed below!
Granger Holiday Light Displays
Holiday at the Mill
What to Expect:
Holiday lights and decorations in a charming town setting.
Description:
Holiday at the Mill is a festive celebration featuring holiday lights, decorations, and seasonal activities in the charming town of Middlebury. Enjoy the cozy atmosphere, local artisans, and community events that make this holiday season special.
Where: Middlebury | More Info: Holiday at the Mill
The Lighting of Shipshewana
What to Expect:
Extended parade route with over a mile of viewing locations.
Description:
The Lighting of Shipshewana is a spectacular event featuring a light parade through downtown, followed by a festive lighting ceremony. The evening includes live music, food vendors, and photo opportunities with Santa Claus and other holiday characters. Stores and shops remain open late, offering a variety of shopping and dining options.
Where: Shipshewana | More Info: The Lighting of Shipshewana
Gift of Lights at Potawatomi Zoo
What to Expect:
Holiday celebration in a zoo setting with Santa and reindeer encounters.
Description:
The Gift of Lights at Potawatomi Zoo features a beautiful holiday lights celebration with seasonal activities, including visits with Santa and Mrs. Claus, a train ride, and the opportunity to meet two of Santa's reindeer. Regular adult admission is $12, while children aged 3-14 pay $8. Zoo members receive discounted rates.
Where: South Bend | More Info: Gift of Lights at Potawatomi Zoo
Granger Holiday Markets and Shopping
Christmas Vintage & Craft Bazaar
What to Expect:
Unique holiday shopping experience with local artisans and vendors.
Description:
The Christmas Vintage & Craft Bazaar is a festive event featuring a variety of handmade crafts, vintage items, and unique gifts. It offers a diverse selection of goods from local artisans and vendors, creating a lively atmosphere perfect for holiday shopping.
Where: Mishawaka | More Info: Christmas Vintage & Craft Bazaar
Handmade Holiday Market
What to Expect:
Local artisans selling handmade gifts with activities for children.
Description:
The Handmade Holiday Market at Middlebury Public Library features handmade gifts from local artisans, a craft table for kids, and hot drinks and cookies. It is a fundraiser to support library materials and programming.
Where: Middlebury | More Info: Handmade Holiday Market
Granger Holiday Shows and Entertainment
The Grinch at the Wakarusa Dime Store
What to Expect:
Interactive Grinch character appearance at a family-owned candy store.
Description:
The Grinch at the Wakarusa Dime Store features a festive appearance by the beloved character, adding to the charm of this historic candy and gift store.
Where: Wakarusa | More Info: The Grinch at the Wakarusa Dime Store
Celtic Angels Christmas
What to Expect:
World-class Irish step dancers and spine-tingling harmonies.
Description:
The Celtic Angels Christmas concert at the Blue Gate Theatre in Shipshewana, Indiana, features a dazzling collection of Irish holiday favorites. Starring quintessential vocals, these dynamic divas enthrall with jaw-dropping performances and spine-tingling harmonies. The show is written, directed, and choreographed by Dublin native Louise Barry, blending traditional and contemporary Irish holiday tunes with world-class Irish step dancers.
Where: Shipshewana | More Info: Celtic Angels Christmas
Mannheim Steamroller Christmas
What to Expect:
Dazzling multimedia effects with 15 musicians playing over 20 instruments.
Description:
Mannheim Steamroller Christmas features classic holiday music by Grammy Award winner Chip Davis, with 15 musicians playing over 20 instruments against a backdrop of dazzling multimedia effects, capturing the spirit of the season in an immersive yet intimate setting.
Where: Shipshewana | More Info: Mannheim Steamroller Christmas
Elkhart Municipal Band Holiday Concert
What to Expect:
Live outdoor holiday concert by the Elkhart Municipal Band.
Description:
The Elkhart Municipal Band presents a holiday concert featuring classic and contemporary music, performed in the picturesque setting of McNaughton Park.
Where: Elkhart | More Info: Elkhart Municipal Band Holiday Concert
Christmas with the Gettys
What to Expect:
Award-winning duo performing classic hymns.
Description:
Keith and Kristyn Getty present their beloved hymns, including "In Christ Alone" and "Christ Our Hope in Life and Death," in a special Christmas concert at the Blue Gate Theatre in Shipshewana, Indiana.
Where: Shipshewana | More Info: Christmas with the Gettys
Heart of Christmas Concert
What to Expect:
World-class holiday music performances by celebrated artists.
Description:
The Heart of Christmas Concert at Blue Gate Performing Arts Center features a lineup of renowned artists performing classic and contemporary holiday music, creating a memorable and joyful atmosphere.
Where: Middlebury | More Info: Heart of Christmas Concert
Tree Lighting and Santa’s Arrival in Downtown South Bend
What to Expect:
Live holiday music and dance performances accompany Santa's arrival.
Description:
The Tree Lighting and Santa’s Arrival in Downtown South Bend features live holiday music, dance performances, holiday giveaways, and a Santa letter-writing station. Santa makes his grand entrance to light the Gridiron Tree, and his house opens for one-on-one visits with the big guy.
Where: South Bend | More Info: Tree Lighting and Santa’s Arrival in Downtown South Bend
Holiday in the Gallery
What to Expect:
Holiday chamber music concert in an art gallery setting.
Description:
The Holiday in the Gallery event at the South Bend Museum of Art features a holiday concert with local chamber music ensembles, creating a festive atmosphere with beautiful music and art.
Where: South Bend | More Info: Holiday in the Gallery
Trans-Siberian Orchestra - The Lost Christmas Eve Tour
What to Expect:
All-new production with pyrotechnics, lasers, and storytelling.
Description:
Trans-Siberian Orchestra presents an all-new version of "The Lost Christmas Eve," the final chapter of their Christmas trilogy, featuring a spectacular blend of rock, symphonic elements, and visual grandeur.
Where: Various | More Info: Trans-Siberian Orchestra - The Lost Christmas Eve Tour
Granger Other Holiday Activities
Winterfest Parade and Tree Lighting
What to Expect:
Unique lighted parade and tree lighting ceremony.
Description:
Join downtown Elkhart for the annual Winterfest Parade and Tree Lighting. The lighted parade will travel down Main Street from Harrison to Lexington, starting at 6:00 PM. Following the parade, head to the Central Green stage for the grand tree lighting.
Where: Elkhart | More Info: Winterfest Parade and Tree Lighting
Winterfest in Mishawaka
What to Expect:
Unique blend of holiday activities and community events.
Description:
Winterfest in Mishawaka features a tree lighting, free ice skating, winter market, parade of lights, Santa photos, hot cocoa, horse-drawn carriage rides, music, food trucks, and trackless train rides.
Where: Mishawaka | More Info: Winterfest in Mishawaka
Holidays at the Oliver Mansion
What to Expect:
Interactive mystery-solving tour in a historic mansion.
Description:
Explore the Oliver Mansion, a historic 38-room house, where participants will uncover the mystery of a vandalized home by following clues and interacting with costumed interpreters.
Where: South Bend | More Info: Holidays at the Oliver Mansion
Ironworks Ice Rink in Mishawaka
What to Expect:
Reservation-only ice skating with 90-minute sessions and Zamboni resurfacing.
Description:
Located in downtown Mishawaka, Ironworks Ice Rink offers daily ice skating, birthday party rentals, skating lessons, and unique ice activities. The rink features lively music and colorful changing lights, providing a memorable experience for all ages.
Where: Mishawaka | More Info: Ironworks Ice Rink in Mishawaka
Christmas in New Carlisle
What to Expect:
Interactive cookie walk with kids' crafts.
Description:
Join us at the museum during the Christmas in New Carlisle event for our 2nd annual Cookie Walk. The New Carlisle Public Library will be on hand to do kids crafts.
Where: New Carlisle | More Info: Christmas in New Carlisle
A Christmas Story Comes Home
What to Expect:
Animatronic window displays from Macy's Department Store.
Description:
The "A Christmas Story" Comes Home exhibit at the Indiana Welcome Center features six animatronic window displays from Macy's Department Store, showcasing iconic scenes from the holiday classic. Visitors can also enjoy Santa photos, special events like the Mommy's Little Piggy Contest, and a gift shop with festive items.
Where: Hammond | More Info: A Christmas Story Comes Home
Ice Skating in Downtown Valparaiso
What to Expect:
No long lines or crowded ice rink.
Description:
Ice skating at Central Park Plaza offers a unique and crowd-free experience with two sessions available in 2024.
Where: Valparaiso | More Info: Ice Skating in Downtown Valparaiso
Crown Point's Bulldog Park Ice Skating
What to Expect:
Unique outdoor NHL-sized ice rink in Northwest Indiana.
Description:
Crown Point's Bulldog Park offers open ice skating throughout the winter season on an NHL-sized rink. Admission is $5 per person, with free admission for senior citizens 62 and older. Skate rentals and assists are available on a first-come, first-served basis.
Where: Crown Point | More Info: Crown Point's Bulldog Park Ice Skating
Festive Fun in Nearby Cities!
Discover Holiday events in hundreds of cities worldwide. Check out these nearby locations for more festive fun!
- Mishawaka (7 miles)
- Elkhart (8 miles)
- South Bend (9 miles)
- Goshen (19 miles)
- La Porte (33 miles)
- LaPorte (33 miles)
- Michigan City (41 miles)
- Portage (41 miles)