It’s that time of the year for happiness and cheer! Spend the holidays indulging in fun activities with friends and family. Whether you are trying to create memories with your kids or looking for a romantic winter date night, there is something for you! Here are a few activities around East Central Indiana that will surely get you in the Holiday spirit.
Richmond Parks and Recreation: Welcome to Winter Events
Every year Richmond Parks and Recreation host their ‘Welcome to Winter’ event. The event will feature hot chocolate, carriage rides, and Santa Claus himself! Take pictures and enjoy the scenery of over a thousand lights put on display. Be sure to be at Glen Miller Park Richmond, IN, Saturday, December 4, from 6-9 pm, and don’t miss out on all of the fun. https://www.richmondindiana.gov/events/celebration-of-lights-2
Greenfield Hometown Holiday Market
Bundle up for a stroll at the Greenfield, IN Holiday Market. For an opportunity to try unique foods from food trucks and perhaps find a one-of-a-kind gift from vendors, this is the place you want to be this season. On December 11, from 10 am- 6 pm, explore new food and valuables at this holiday market. This is an outdoor event so watch the weather in case you need a sweater. https://b-m.facebook.com/events/4186992391399450
Holiday Mini Market by Tonne’s Winery
Missed the opportunity to support small businesses? Don’t worry, Tonne’s Winery is hosting a Holiday Mini Market in support of local businesses. Every Saturday from November 27- December 18 from 11 am-2 pm, sip some wine and spend some dimes while shopping local this season. What’s a better way to find a one of a kind gift than supporting local businesses! https://feedback.facebook.com/events/289710536467558/
Holiday Choral Concerts hosted by Ball State University
Ball State University presents the Holiday Choral Concerts. This event is a fun yet relaxing event where you will get to sit and enjoy the soothing sounds of holiday music performed live. Ball State students are free with student ID and $5 for general admission. There will be two shows on December 12 at 3 pm and 6 pm. Be ready for your holiday favorites and a variety of other holiday traditional music for enjoyment. https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/academics/school-of-music/2021/12/12/holidaychoralconcert1
Pizza King Photos with Santa
It’s an Indiana thing! (Plus, we invited Santa along) Stop by the Pizza King off of Wheeling in Muncie on Monday, December 6, from 4-6 pm and snap a photo with Santa. Can’t make it? There are more dates and locations! Stop by the Richmond location on December 13, New Castle location on December 15, or Anderson on December 22. All locations are from 4-6 pm. Indulge in the holiday fun and a Royal Feast on the way home. Go to Pizza King this holiday; it’s a guaranteed way on the nice list. https://www.facebook.com/events/200403982274168/?ref=newsfeed
There are many more fun activities in Indiana to explore. Contact me, Rich Lee, today to see how you can become an Indiana resident and enjoy all of these activities for many years to come. Happy Holidays and a Happy New Year!