Last updated: November 11, 2024
Experience the best of Highland during the holidays with our event guide. Whether you're a local or a visitor, this guide showcases the festive magic of Highland.
A true highlight of the season is the Charlestown Festival of Lights, where twinkling displays light up the night sky, creating enchanting scenes for all ages. Alongside this, the Winona Lake Christmas Lights captivates with its unique drive-through experience, allowing families to enjoy the show from the comfort of their vehicles. And the La Porte Winter Wonderland is something you definitely don't want to miss, featuring delightful activities that engage visitors of all ages. See more details on these and other fun events and activities below!
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Highland Holiday Shows and Entertainment
Hammond Holiday Parade
- What to Expect
- High school marching bands and a Santa Sprint Fun Run.
- Description
- The Hammond Holiday Parade is a festive event featuring high school marching bands, kids' characters, and a Grand Marshal from Towle Theater. The parade starts at Gavit High School and ends at the Hammond Sportsplex, with a Santa Sprint Fun Run before the main event.
- Where
- Hammond | More Info : Hammond Holiday Parade
Highland Other Holiday Activities
La Porte Winter Wonderland
- What to Expect
- Holiday celebration in a zoo setting
- Description
- Join the Washington Park Zoo for their 2nd annual Wild Winterland Day, where guests can meet education ambassadors like armadillos, corn snakes, and hedgehogs. Enjoy Keeper Chats, hot cocoa, and browse through the Treehouse Giftshop for unique gifts. Admission is reduced, and some tropical species will not be exhibited.
- Where
- La Porte | More Info : La Porte Winter Wonderland
“A Christmas Story” Comes Home exhibit
- What to Expect
- Interactive animatronic window displays from Macy's Department Store.
- Description
- The "A Christmas Story" Comes Home exhibit at the Indiana Welcome Center in Hammond features six animatronic window displays from Macy's Department Store in New York, showcasing scenes from the holiday classic. The exhibit is based on Jean Shepherd's book "In God We Trust, All Others Pay Cash," which is a compilation of his childhood experiences in Hammond, Indiana. Visitors can also enjoy Santa photos, special events, and a gift shop with festive items.
- Where
- Hammond | More Info : “A Christmas Story” Comes Home exhibit