Council Bluffs Christmas Events & Things to Do 2025

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Council Bluffs celebrates Christmas 2025 with historic Downtown and Bayliss Park glowing in holiday lights and bustling with seasonal activities. Catch Council Bluffs Winterfest at Bayliss Park or the Trans-Siberian Orchestra: The Ghosts of Christmas Eve for big winter performances during the holiday season. Visitors can enjoy light shows, holiday activities, and winter festivals while exploring local Christmas markets and family-friendly festive events across town.

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Council Bluffs Christmas Events

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Christmas Lights

10 events
Omaha Holiday Lights Festival • Nov 29

City-wide holiday light displays and RiverFront multimedia shows

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Other Christmas Activities

5 events
Council Bluffs Winterfest at Bayliss Park • Nov 21

Annual Winterfest and holiday lighting ceremony

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Editor's Picks (6)

  1. Fremont Christmas Walk (Fremont)
    Small Business Saturday Christmas Walk with local deals
  2. Omaha Holiday Lights Festival (Omaha)
    City-wide holiday light displays and RiverFront multimedia shows
  3. Trans-Siberian Orchestra: The Ghosts of Christmas Eve
    Iconic rock opera holiday show
  4. Mannheim Steamroller Christmas (Omaha)
    Iconic Mannheim Steamroller Christmas tour
  5. Mannheim Steamroller Christmas by Chip Davis (Lincoln)
    Iconic holiday music tour
  6. Falconwood Frosty Nights Christmas Village & Lights (Bellevue)
    80-acre Christmas village with infinite lights

This Week / Coming Up (5)

Zoolightful Wed, Nov 19
Council Bluffs Winterfest at Bayliss Park Fri, Nov 21
Winterfest Makers Market 2025 Fri, Nov 21
Zoo Lights Powered by LES Fri, Nov 21
Christmas at Union Station Fri, Nov 28

Christmas Shows Near Council Bluffs

Christmas shows, theater performances, and holiday entertainment in Council Bluffs.

Trans-Siberian Orchestra: The Ghosts of Christmas Eve

Iconic rock opera holiday show

📍 Council Bluffs • Nov 13

Mannheim Steamroller Christmas

Iconic Mannheim Steamroller Christmas tour

📍 Omaha

A Christmas Story: The Musical

Tony-nominated musical adaptation of a beloved holiday film.

📍 Lincoln • Dec 16
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Christmas Markets Near Council Bluffs

Additional holiday activities and unique Christmas experiences in Council Bluffs.

Winterfest Makers Market 2025

Winterfest Makers Market with local artisans and festive activities.

📍 Council Bluffs • Nov 21

Fremont Christmas Walk

Small Business Saturday Christmas Walk with local deals

📍 Fremont • Nov 29

Christmas Parties Near Council Bluffs

Festive dining experiences, holiday parties, and Christmas-themed food and drink events in Council Bluffs.

Bubbly New Year's Eve

All-day New Year's Eve celebration with bubble drops

📍 Omaha • Dec 31

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Council Bluffs Christmas FAQ

When are the best times to visit?

Weekday evenings tend to be less crowded. Peak times are weekends in December, especially closer to Christmas.

Is parking available?

Most events offer on-site parking. Check individual event pages for specific parking information and fees.

Are venues accessible?

Most venues are accessible. Contact individual events for specific accessibility accommodations.