Browse a list of events, festivals and fun things to do in Hamilton County, Indiana this December.

Note: all event information is accurate at the time of posting. Please check with event organizer's websites and social media channels to get the most up-to-date information on event cancellations and postponements.

Holiday Events

Christkindlmarkt

The holidays are more magical than ever in Hamilton County, Indiana. Old-world holiday charm is coming to Carmel, Indiana, at the Carmel Christkindlmarkt (pronounced crist-kindle-market).

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Festivals & Events

Everything You Need to Know About A Merry Prairie Holiday

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‘Tis the season for Christmas events and activities. Conner Prairie’s popular festival, A Merry Prairie Holiday, is back for its sixth year in 2024. This event in Fishers, Indiana is perfect for families. Read below to find information on dates, hours of operation…

Everything You Need to Know About A Merry Prairie Holiday
Festivals & Events

Ride Aboard the Nickel Plate Express This Holiday Season

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All aboard the Nickel Plate Express for a fun-filled train excursion! Celebrate the season and help Santa deliver all the presents on time during this festive Reindeer Express. Or check out the holiday date-night ride, Holiday Cheers (21+ only excursion featuring holiday…

Ride Aboard the Nickel Plate Express This Holiday Season

Santa Sightings

 

Santa Tours | Carmel

Nov. 24 - Dec. 15

 

Santa’s Workshop on Wheels | Sheridan

Stuckey Farm Orchard and Cider Mill
Dec. 6 - 15

 

Breakfast with Santa | Sheridan

Stuckey Farm Orchard and Cider Mill
Dec. 7 & 14

 

Clay Terrace Santa Soiree and Tree Lighting | Carmel

Clay Terrace
Dec. 7

 

Cookies With Santa | Noblesville

Providence Home + Garden with Cafe Jardin
Dec. 7

 

Cookies with Characters | Fishers

The Historic Ambassador House & Heritage Gardens
Dec. 7 - 8, 14 - 15

 

Clay Terrace Pups and Pints *Holiday Edition* presented by Riverview Health ER & Urgent Care | Carmel

Clay Terrace
Dec. 9 & 16

 

Santa Saturdays | Carmel

Indiana Design Center
Dec. 14 & 21

Shopping

 

Suburban Indy Holiday Show | Westfield

Grand Park Events Center
Nov 29. - Dec. 1

 

"Gifted: Handmade Wonders" Holiday Shopping Exhibit | Noblesville

Noblesville Creates
Nov. 28 - Dec. 28

 

Christmas at the Mill Top | Noblesville

Mill Top Banquet & Conference Center
Dec. 1

 

Green Gift Shop | Carmel

Carmel Clay Public Library
Dec. 5

 

Fishers Arts Council: Winter Art Market | Fishers

Sun King Fishers
Dec. 19

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