Winter Fest & Tree Lighting
Visitors can enjoy live musical performances and take photos with Santa. The celebration includes the presentation of the Good Neighbor Award along with the lighting of the plaza's giant Christmas tree. Ice skating is also available on-site at the rink.
What to Expect
Features musical performances, Santa photos, and a giant tree lighting.
Event Details
Ages
All ages welcome
Neighborhood
Downtown Valparaiso
Timed Entry
No
Organizer
Valparaiso Parks and Recreation
Local Insight & Ratings
Family Friendly
Best For
Families and all-ages holiday outings
Vibe
Festive and community-focused
Energy Level
Low
Budget
Free
Photo Friendly
High
Weather Sensitivity
High
Location
Know Before You Go
- Hours: 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM.
Tips & Advice
- Eat at a downtown restaurant before the festivities and keep the receipt, because it gets you discounted admission at the Ice Rink.
- Bring the kids for free photos with Santa, which are part of the evening along with the live music and the tree lighting.
- Stay for the whole celebration: the musical performances, the Good Neighbor Award presentation and the lighting of the giant Christmas tree.
- Dress warmly, because the celebration and tree lighting happen outdoors on Central Park Plaza on a late-November evening.
Special Events & Promotions
- Discounted Ice Rink admission with a receipt from a downtown restaurant, for Small Business Saturday
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Frequently Asked Questions
What happens at Winter Fest?
There are musical performances, free photos with Santa and the Good Neighbor Award presentation. The night ends with the lighting of the plaza's giant Christmas tree.
Is it good for kids?
Yes, all ages are welcome, and photos with Santa are free.
Can we go ice skating?
Yes. For Small Business Saturday, the Ice Rink gives discounted admission to anyone who shows a receipt from a downtown restaurant.
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