Last updated: November 11, 2024
Your ultimate holiday resource for Goshen is here! Explore our guide for all the best festive events and activities. From locals to visitors, our guide showcases the best of Goshen's festive season.
This holiday season, experience the enchanting charm of the Goshen First Fridays Christmas, where local shops and restaurants come alive with seasonal spirit and unique offerings. Michigan City Festival of Lights dazzles with its vibrant light displays and festive atmosphere, making it a wonderful outing for families and friends. And the Goshen Light Parade is something you definitely don't want to miss, featuring breathtaking floats that illuminate the night. See more details on these and other fun events and activities below!
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Goshen Holiday Light Displays
Goshen Light Parade
- What to Expect
- Lighted floats and parade entries illuminate downtown Goshen.
- Description
- The Goshen Light Parade is a spectacular event featuring lighted floats and parade entries that illuminate Main Street. Comfort food specials and food trucks add to the festive atmosphere, making it a great way to prepare for the holidays.
- Where
- Goshen | More Info : Goshen Light Parade
Holiday Lights at the Elkhart County 4-H Fairgrounds
- What to Expect
- Vibrant holiday lights and decorations at the fairgrounds.
- Description
- The Elkhart County 4-H Fairgrounds features an array of colorful lights and festive decorations, creating a vibrant atmosphere perfect for holiday celebrations.
- Where
- Goshen | More Info : Holiday Lights at the Elkhart County 4-H Fairgrounds
Winter Wonderland Holiday Lights at Wellfield Botanic Gardens
- What to Expect
- Professional light displays highlighting the natural beauty of Wellfield Botanic Gardens.
- Description
- Wellfield Botanic Gardens presents Winter Wonderland Holiday Lights, featuring professional light displays that accentuate the natural beauty of the gardens. The ½-mile Promenade Pathway is aglow with color and texture, framing the garden spaces in a unique and beautiful way. Enjoy hot cocoa and treats from Navarre Catering while strolling through the illuminated gardens, and explore the boutique shopping experience in the Visitors Cottage.
- Where
- Elkhart | More Info : Winter Wonderland Holiday Lights at Wellfield Botanic Gardens
Christmas On Main
- What to Expect
- Unique lighted parade and festive tree lighting.
- Description
- Join downtown Elkhart for the annual Winterfest Parade and Tree Lighting. The unique lighted parade will begin at 6:00 PM, traveling down Main Street to Harrison and Lexington. After the parade, head to Central Green for the tree lighting ceremony.
- Where
- Elkhart | More Info : Christmas On Main
Goshen Holiday Markets and Shopping
LaPorte Christkindlmarkt
- What to Expect
- Traditional German Christmas market with live entertainment and ice skating.
- Description
- LaPorte Christkindlmarkt is a traditional German-style Christmas market featuring holiday food, drinks, gifts, and decorations. The event includes live entertainment, an ice skating rink, and fresh Christmas trees for sale. Quality art, crafts, and toys are also available.
- Where
- LaPorte | More Info : LaPorte Christkindlmarkt
Goshen Holiday Shows and Entertainment
Goshen First Fridays Christmas
- What to Expect
- Community-driven holiday celebration with local businesses and live music.
- Description
- Downtown Goshen transforms into a vibrant holiday scene with local businesses, live music, and community events celebrating the holiday season.
- Where
- Goshen | More Info : Goshen First Fridays Christmas
Gaither Homecoming Christmas
- What to Expect
- Grammy-winning gospel music performance with legendary voices.
- Description
- The Gaither Homecoming Christmas concert features the Grammy-winning Gaither Vocal Band, known for their stunning vocals and life-altering message of grace, hope, and redemption. This event showcases the band's favorite songs from the Billboard chart-busting Gaither Homecoming Series.
- Where
- Shipshewana | More Info : Gaither Homecoming Christmas
Shipshewana Majestic presents Noel
- What to Expect
- World-class holiday entertainment with renowned performers.
- Description
- Shipshewana Majestic presents Noel is a spectacular holiday event featuring world-class musicals and concerts by renowned performers, including Southern Gospel favorites and family-friendly entertainment.
- Where
- Shipshewana | More Info : Shipshewana Majestic presents Noel