The 'Santa for Seniors' program is accepting donations to help seniors in the Fort Dodge area who may be alone or on limited incomes during Christmas. The donation deadline is December 12th.
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Sunday, November 30, 2025
The Our Saviour's Lutheran Christmas fair is scheduled for December 6th. Other local news includes a Fort Dodge couple winning a lawsuit and general holiday cheer in the area.
A symphony performance will feature Fort Dodge native Michael Richardson singing holiday favorites such as 'White Christmas.' The event is part of local holiday entertainment offerings.
The Fort Dodge Women's Connection brunch on December 9th will include a Christmas sing-along led by Armona Redenius and Shanda Kinseth. RSVPs are requested for this festive gathering.
A file photo from November 2010 shows members of the Fort Dodge Senior High choir entertaining the crowd at the third annual Christmas Tree Lighting. This event was a past holiday celebration.
The Fort Dodge and surrounding areas offer numerous holiday attractions from now until Christmas. These include the Lights at Kennedy and various holiday concerts.
Saturday, November 29, 2025
The Christmas Market is happening at the Fort Museum Trading Post in Fort Dodge, IA. This event offers a festive shopping experience for the holiday season.
Sunday, November 23, 2025
The Christmas Market at the Fort Museum Trading Post in Fort Dodge, IA has begun. This event offers a festive shopping experience for the holiday season.
Friday, November 21, 2025
Jamie Lara and her niece Brooklyn Barlow admired Christmas trees on display. The event was part of the annual YWCA festivities in Fort Dodge.
Sunday, November 16, 2025
The 'Santa for Seniors' program is now accepting donations to help seniors in the Fort Dodge, IA area who may not be with family at Christmas. The donation deadline is December 12th.
Saturday, November 8, 2025
The iconic red kettles of The Salvation Army have returned to Fort Dodge, marking the start of their annual holiday fundraising campaign. This tradition is a familiar sight alongside nativity scenes and Christmas trees during the festive season.