Franklin Christmas Events & Things to Do 2025
Your complete guide to the best christmas events in Franklin and surrounding areas
Franklin marks the festive season with Holiday lights lining the courthouse square and historic downtown, hosting events like the Franklin Holiday Lighting and Winter Market and the Downtown Franklin Holiday Open House. The town offers Christmas lights displays, holiday attractions, and family-friendly activities throughout the season. Enjoy seasonal tours, festivals, and festive events that make Franklin’s downtown a welcoming spot for holiday celebrations.
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Christmas Lights
18 eventsCentral Indiana's most beloved holiday festival
Christmas Markets
14 eventsDowntown winter market and courthouse lighting ceremony
Christmas Shows
9 eventsClassic holiday ballet performance
Christmas Activities
7 eventsInteractive winter science experiments and indoor snow play
Editor's Picks (6)
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A Merry Prairie Holiday
(Fishers)
Central Indiana's most beloved holiday festival
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Franklin Holiday Lighting and Winter Market
Downtown winter market and courthouse lighting ceremony
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Christmas Gift + Hobby Show
(Indianapolis)
One-stop holiday shopping with over 375 vendors.
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Indiana Ballet Conservatory's The Nutcracker
(Carmel)
Classic holiday ballet performance
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Canopy of Lights Celebration
(Bloomington)
Over 25 miles of lights creating a downtown canopy
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Anderson Young Ballet Theatre Presents The Nutcracker
(Anderson)
51st annual presentation of The Nutcracker ballet
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Christmas Parties Near Franklin
Festive dining experiences, holiday parties, and Christmas-themed food and drink events in Franklin.
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Latest News & Updates
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- Watkins Glen Village Christmas Event in December Published: Wed, Nov 26, 2025
- Shoals Theatre Blends Christmas and Motown Published: Wed, Nov 26, 2025
Franklin Christmas Events Map
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Franklin Christmas FAQ
The FrankTown Festival of Lights is the largest annual Christmas event, featuring a drive-through light display with over 200 synchronized lights. The City of Franklin also hosts the Christmas Tree Lighting on the Square, a popular community gathering each December.
Franklin celebrates with events like the Christmas Tree Lighting on the Square, which includes live music and free photos with Santa. The community also embraces neighborhood light displays and local artisan markets that highlight regional crafts and foods.
Several neighborhoods near Franklin are known for their festive displays, offering charming walking trails and neighborhood displays that are free to enjoy and showcase local holiday spirit.
Christmas markets and artisan fairs are held at community centers and public venues throughout Franklin and nearby areas, featuring local makers, crafts, and seasonal foods especially on weekends during the holiday season.
Free neighborhood light displays, public walking trails, and community events like the Christmas Tree Lighting on the Square offer budget-friendly ways to enjoy the holidays. Many markets also have free admission and family activities.
Families will enjoy the FrankTown Festival of Lights with its drive-through and walkable options, s’mores by the fire pits, and photo opportunities with Santa. Local markets often feature kid-friendly crafts and seasonal treats as well.