Last updated: November 11, 2024
Join the holiday celebrations with the Granger community! Find all the events and activities in our guide. Whether you're a familiar face in Granger or a new visitor, our guide shows you the season's highlights.
One highlight this season is the Trans-Siberian Orchestra - The Lost Christmas Eve Tour, which promises a stunning blend of rock music and holiday spirit. With its vibrant performances, it's a must-see event for those who appreciate elaborate stage displays. Another attraction is the Mannheim Steamroller Christmas, showcasing unique arrangements of holiday classics that blend traditional and contemporary sounds. And you definitely won’t want to miss the Celtic Angels Christmas, a captivating performance that combines angelic vocals with enchanting choreography. See more details on these and other fun events and activities below!
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Granger Holiday Light Displays
The Lighting of Shipshewana
- What to Expect
- Extended parade route with over a mile of viewing locations.
- Description
- The Lighting of Shipshewana is a spectacular event featuring a light parade through downtown, followed by a festive lighting ceremony. The evening includes live music, food vendors, and photo opportunities with Santa Claus and other holiday characters. Stores and shops remain open late, offering a variety of shopping and dining options.
- Where
- Shipshewana | More Info : The Lighting of Shipshewana
Gift of Lights at Potawatomi Zoo
- What to Expect
- Holiday celebration in a zoo setting with Santa and reindeer encounters.
- Description
- The Gift of Lights at Potawatomi Zoo features a beautiful holiday lights celebration with seasonal activities, including visits with Santa and Mrs. Claus, a train ride, and the opportunity to meet two of Santa's reindeer. Regular adult admission is $12, while children aged 3-14 pay $8. Zoo members receive discounted rates.
- Where
- South Bend | More Info : Gift of Lights at Potawatomi Zoo
Wellfield Botanic Gardens Winter Wonderland Holiday Lights
- What to Expect
- Lush botanical gardens adorned with thousands of vibrant holiday lights
- Description
- The Wellfield Botanic Gardens transforms into a stunning display of lights during the holidays. Visitors can stroll through beautifully illuminated paths, featuring a variety of themed light installations that reflect the season's spirit. The gardens offer a serene setting to appreciate the brilliant displays while enjoying the beauty of nature.
- Where
- Elkhart | More Info : Wellfield Botanic Gardens Winter Wonderland Holiday Lights
Granger Holiday Markets and Shopping
Christmas Vintage & Craft Bazaar
- What to Expect
- Unique holiday shopping experience with local artisans and vendors.
- Description
- The Christmas Vintage & Craft Bazaar is a festive event featuring a variety of handmade crafts, vintage items, and unique gifts. It offers a diverse selection of goods from local artisans and vendors, creating a lively atmosphere perfect for holiday shopping.
- Where
- Mishawaka | More Info : Christmas Vintage & Craft Bazaar
Granger Holiday Shows and Entertainment
The Grinch at the Wakarusa Dime Store
- What to Expect
- Interactive Grinch character appearance at a family-owned candy store.
- Description
- The Grinch at the Wakarusa Dime Store features a festive appearance by the beloved character, adding to the charm of this historic candy and gift store.
- Where
- Wakarusa | More Info : The Grinch at the Wakarusa Dime Store
Celtic Angels Christmas
- What to Expect
- World-class Irish step dancers and spine-tingling harmonies.
- Description
- The Celtic Angels Christmas concert at the Blue Gate Theatre in Shipshewana, Indiana, features a dazzling collection of Irish holiday favorites. Starring quintessential vocals, these dynamic divas enthrall with jaw-dropping performances and spine-tingling harmonies. The show is written, directed, and choreographed by Dublin native Louise Barry, blending traditional and contemporary Irish holiday tunes with world-class Irish step dancers.
- Where
- Shipshewana | More Info : Celtic Angels Christmas
Mannheim Steamroller Christmas
- What to Expect
- Dazzling multimedia effects with 15 musicians playing over 20 instruments.
- Description
- Mannheim Steamroller Christmas features classic holiday music by Grammy Award winner Chip Davis, with 15 musicians playing over 20 instruments against a backdrop of dazzling multimedia effects, capturing the spirit of the season in an immersive yet intimate setting.
- Where
- Shipshewana | More Info : Mannheim Steamroller Christmas
Elkhart Municipal Band Holiday Concert
- What to Expect
- Live outdoor holiday concert by the Elkhart Municipal Band.
- Description
- The Elkhart Municipal Band presents a holiday concert featuring classic and contemporary music, performed in the picturesque setting of McNaughton Park.
- Where
- Elkhart | More Info : Elkhart Municipal Band Holiday Concert
Christmas with the Gettys
- What to Expect
- Award-winning duo performing classic hymns.
- Description
- Keith and Kristyn Getty present their beloved hymns, including "In Christ Alone" and "Christ Our Hope in Life and Death," in a special Christmas concert at the Blue Gate Theatre in Shipshewana, Indiana.
- Where
- Shipshewana | More Info : Christmas with the Gettys
Tree Lighting and Santa’s Arrival in Downtown South Bend
- What to Expect
- Live holiday music and dance performances accompany Santa's arrival.
- Description
- The Tree Lighting and Santa’s Arrival in Downtown South Bend features live holiday music, dance performances, holiday giveaways, and a Santa letter-writing station. Santa makes his grand entrance to light the Gridiron Tree, and his house opens for one-on-one visits with the big guy.
- Where
- South Bend | More Info : Tree Lighting and Santa’s Arrival in Downtown South Bend
Holiday in the Gallery
- What to Expect
- Holiday chamber music concert in an art gallery setting.
- Description
- The Holiday in the Gallery event at the South Bend Museum of Art features a holiday concert with local chamber music ensembles, creating a festive atmosphere with beautiful music and art.
- Where
- South Bend | More Info : Holiday in the Gallery
Granger Other Holiday Activities
Winterfest Parade and Tree Lighting
- What to Expect
- Unique lighted parade and tree lighting ceremony.
- Description
- Join downtown Elkhart for the annual Winterfest Parade and Tree Lighting. The lighted parade will travel down Main Street from Harrison to Lexington, starting at 6:00 PM. Following the parade, head to the Central Green stage for the grand tree lighting.
- Where
- Elkhart | More Info : Winterfest Parade and Tree Lighting
Winterfest in Mishawaka
- What to Expect
- Unique blend of holiday activities and community events.
- Description
- Winterfest in Mishawaka features a tree lighting, free ice skating, winter market, parade of lights, Santa photos, hot cocoa, horse-drawn carriage rides, music, food trucks, and trackless train rides.
- Where
- Mishawaka | More Info : Winterfest in Mishawaka
Holidays at the Oliver Mansion
- What to Expect
- Interactive mystery-solving tour in a historic mansion.
- Description
- Explore the Oliver Mansion, a historic 38-room house, where participants will uncover the mystery of a vandalized home by following clues and interacting with costumed interpreters.
- Where
- South Bend | More Info : Holidays at the Oliver Mansion
Ironworks Ice Rink in Mishawaka
- What to Expect
- Reservation-only ice skating with 90-minute sessions and Zamboni resurfacing.
- Description
- Located in downtown Mishawaka, Ironworks Ice Rink offers daily ice skating, birthday party rentals, skating lessons, and unique ice activities. The rink features lively music and colorful changing lights, providing a memorable experience for all ages.
- Where
- Mishawaka | More Info : Ironworks Ice Rink in Mishawaka
Christmas in New Carlisle
- What to Expect
- Interactive cookie walk with kids' crafts.
- Description
- Join us at the museum during the Christmas in New Carlisle event for our 2nd annual Cookie Walk. The New Carlisle Public Library will be on hand to do kids crafts.
- Where
- New Carlisle | More Info : Christmas in New Carlisle