Lincoln Christmas Events & Things to Do 2025
Your complete guide to the best christmas events in Lincoln and surrounding areas
Lincoln welcomes the festive season across downtown and the Heritage Park corridor with events such as Nevada City Victorian Christmas and the Downtown Holiday Market & Community Tree Lighting Ceremony, bringing seasonal vendors and performances to local streets. Historic buildings and parkland fill with Christmas lights. Enjoy festive events, Christmas markets, and Santa visits along with holiday activities and community gatherings that make Lincoln a warm seasonal destination.
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Christmas Markets
29 eventsJuried artisan market supporting local artists and museums.
Christmas Lights
13 eventsCommunity-decorated Tree Grove and gingerbread house contest.
Christmas Shows
13 eventsSacramento's favorite holiday tradition, The Nutcracker ballet.
Other Christmas Activities
32 eventsWinter wonderland transformation with snowfall and tree lighting.
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Roseville Downtown Holiday Celebration
(Roseville)
Community-decorated Tree Grove and gingerbread house contest.
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Downtown Sacramento Ice Rink
(Sacramento)
Historic downtown ice rink tradition
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Historic Folsom Community Christmas Tree Lighting
(Folsom)
Winter wonderland transformation with snowfall and tree lighting.
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Sunrise Winter Wonderland
(Citrus Heights)
Dual holiday events with toy donation drive
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Sac Brew Bike's Annual Fab 40's Light Tours
(Sacramento)
Pedal-powered holiday light tour through East Sacramento.
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Sacramento Ballet's The Nutcracker
(Sacramento)
Sacramento's favorite holiday tradition, The Nutcracker ballet.
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Lincoln Christmas FAQ
The Nebraska Christmas Lights Show at Star City Shores and the Magical Lights of Lincoln at the Sandhills Global Event Center are among the biggest annual holiday events in Lincoln, drawing families and visitors for festive light displays.
Lincoln embraces community-focused holiday traditions, including neighborhood light displays and family-run light shows like Magical Lights, which started as a local passion project and grew into a major event.
Neighborhoods in Northeast Lincoln and areas near the Sandhills Global Event Center are known for their festive holiday lights and neighborhood displays, offering charming walkable routes.
Local community centers and event venues near Lincoln host Christmas markets featuring local artisans and vendors. Checking local event calendars will help you find current markets and craft fairs.
Exploring neighborhood light displays and attending free community markets are budget-friendly ways to enjoy the holiday season in Lincoln without admission fees.
Families will enjoy the drive-through Nebraska Christmas Lights Show for a cozy experience and the walk-through Magical Lights of Lincoln for interactive holiday fun, along with local markets offering kid-friendly activities.