INDIANAPOLIS — The holiday season will be here before you know it — and downtown Indianapolis is ready to celebrate!
Downtown Indy, Inc. (DII) announced the launch of "Winter Wanderland" Tuesday, Nov. 12. According to DII, this marketing campaign is a one-stop-shop for all holiday activities, and it's intended to showcase the various events happening across the city.
"Winter Wanderland" highlights the 62nd annual Circle of Lights, in addition to nine other downtown attractions. To add even more to the holiday celebration, there will be a custom-wrapped IndyGo bus, called the "Holi-Yay Express," which DII officials said will be used as a photo op and warming station at the Circle of Lights.
Here's a list of all the attractions:
- Circle of Lights, Nov. 29-Jan. 10
- Athenaeum Christkindlmarkt, Nov. 23-Dec. 24
- Christmas at the Indianapolis Zoo, Nov. 23-Jan. 5
- Eiteljorg Museum Jingle Rails, Nov. 16-Jan. 20
- Elevance Health Rink Ice Skating on Bicentennial Unity Plaza, Nov. 22-Jan. 26
- Indiana Historical Society Festival of Trees, Nov. 15-Jan. 4
- Indianapolis Symphony Orchestra Yuletide Celebration, Dec. 6-23
- Indiana Repertory Theatre’s "A Christmas Carol," Nov. 18-Dec. 24
- Indiana State Museum Celebration Crossing, Nov. 29-Jan. 5
- Mass Ave Cultural Arts District
The holiday map above, showing each attraction and where it's located, can be picked up for free from attractions, hotels and businesses across downtown and adjacent neighborhoods.
If you don't even know where to start, there are curated “Holiday Agendas” tailored for different types of outings — such as date nights, family trips and teen-friendly events — on the "Winter Wanderland" website. You can also create your own itinerary!
“From our annual Circle of Lights celebration to iconic entertainment, programming and destinations, Downtown Indianapolis has long been Central Indiana’s holiday hub,” said Taylor Schaffer, DII President & CEO. “Now, with the holiday season upon us, DII is thrilled to spearhead a marketing campaign that packages all that Downtown has to offer under one festive campaign. Through signage and creative assets intentionally placed across the Central Indiana, Downtown Indy will welcome people into a ‘Winter Wanderland’ for residents and visitors to explore.”
Click here for more information about Indy's "Winter Wanderland."
