{"id":5394,"date":"2025-11-21T18:36:12","date_gmt":"2025-11-21T18:36:12","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/parks.indy.gov\/?p=5394"},"modified":"2025-11-21T18:36:14","modified_gmt":"2025-11-21T18:36:14","slug":"holiday-events-indy-25","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/parks.indy.gov\/es\/holiday-events-indy-25\/","title":{"rendered":"2025 Holiday Holiday events at Indy Parks"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>With the holidays on the way, Indy Parks is spreading cheer through several free and affordable events for the whole family to enjoy. Grab the family and head out to one \u2013 or more \u2013 of these wonderful holiday events at Indy Parks!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Cruce de invernaderos en el Conservatorio de Garfield Park<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Nov. 28 \u2013 Dec. 28 | Tues. \u2013 Sat. 10am \u2013 5pm, Sun. 1 \u2013 8pm| $6\/pp &amp; $14\/family<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Come enjoy our winter wonderland at one of Indy Parks&#8217; most beloved holiday events! See the Conservatory decked out in its holiday best with a brilliant display of poinsettias, model trains and village, and thousands of twinkling lights. There will be a scavenger hunt to go along with the train display, and additional events on select days. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.garfieldgardensconservatory.org\/holiday2024\">Obtenga m\u00e1s informaci\u00f3n sobre Conservatory Crossing.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Jingle Jars at Ellenberger Park<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Dec. 13 | 2-4pm | $5<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Calling all craft and cocoa lovers: join Ellenberger Park in making hot cocoa jars! Participants will enjoy festive music and a nice warm cup of hot cocoa while filling their jingle jar with instant hot cocoa mix as well as all your favorite toppings. Jars will be complete with a peppermint spoon to make the perfect Holiday gift or a yummy snack for later. <a href=\"https:\/\/anc.apm.activecommunities.com\/indyparks\/activity\/search\/detail\/31725?onlineSiteId=0&amp;from_original_cui=true\">Learn more and register to make your Jingle Jar.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>A Very Upcycled Christmas at Garfield Park Arts Center<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Garfield Park Arts Center will be hosting classes on how to celebrate the holiday season with less waste through the art of upcycling. They will be offering two programs during December: <\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Upcycled Ornaments: Dec. 13 | 2-3pm | $5<\/strong>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Nothing says \u201csustainable\u201d like home-canned food, but what are you supposed to do with all those extra lids? Deck the tree with them, of course! Come craft three styles of ball-jar ornaments to add a cozy accent to your holidays. <a href=\"https:\/\/anc.apm.activecommunities.com\/indyparks\/activity\/search\/detail\/31360?onlineSiteId=0&amp;from_original_cui=true\">Learn more and register for the upcycled ornaments program.<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Upcycled Cards: Dec. 20 | 2-3pm | $5<\/strong>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Hallmark has nothing on your creative spark! We\u2019ll use collage and printmaking to adorn our holiday greetings. Come find out how fancy recycling can be! <a href=\"https:\/\/anc.apm.activecommunities.com\/indyparks\/activity\/search\/detail\/31369?onlineSiteId=0&amp;from_original_cui=true\">Learn more and register for the upcycled cards program.<\/a> <\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Letter to Santa workshop at Krannert Park<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Dec. 17 | 4-6pm | $3<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Join us for a heartwarming holiday tradition at our Letter to Santa Workshop! This festive gathering invites children of all ages to write their very own letters to Santa Claus. Enjoy a cozy atmosphere filled with holiday cheer, festive decorations, and the joyful spirit of giving. Don\u2019t miss this wonderful opportunity to make holiday memories and send your wishes straight to the North Pole! Bring your family and friends, and let\u2019s make this a celebration to remember. <a href=\"https:\/\/anc.apm.activecommunities.com\/indyparks\/activity\/search\/detail\/31339?onlineSiteId=0&amp;from_original_cui=true\">Learn more and register for the Letter to Santa workshop.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Christmas Cafe at Grassy Creek Park<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Dec. 18 | 5-6:30pm | Free<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Join the Grassy Creek staff at the park&#8217;s first Christmas Cafe! Grab your kiddos and cozy up inside of Indy Parks&#8217; new community center with a cup of hot cocoa. At this holiday event, kids will receive a special gift, and have the opportunity to participate in fun crafts. <a href=\"https:\/\/anc.apm.activecommunities.com\/indyparks\/activity\/search\/detail\/31411?onlineSiteId=0&amp;from_original_cui=true\">Learn more and register for the Christmas Cafe. <\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">DIY Wrapping Paper at Washington Park<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Dec. 19 | 4-6pm | $20<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Make your gifts extra thoughtful this year by wrapping them in paper you created yourself! During this program, participants will print their own wrapping paper and learn about unique wrapping options and toppings to make your presents stand out. <a href=\"https:\/\/anc.apm.activecommunities.com\/indyparks\/activity\/search\/detail\/31866?onlineSiteId=0&amp;from_original_cui=true\">Learn more and register for the DIY wrapping class. <\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Christian Park&#8217;s Christmas Celebration<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Dec. 20 | 12-2pm | Free<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Take a magical journey to Santa&#8217;s Workshop with the Christian Park Staff! Celebrate the season by decorating delicious cookies, sipping on hot chocolate, and playing all of Rudolph&#8217;s favorite reindeer games. <a href=\"https:\/\/anc.apm.activecommunities.com\/indyparks\/activity\/search\/detail\/31679?onlineSiteId=0&amp;from_original_cui=true\">Children will also receive a gift. Learn more and register for the event. <\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Winter Jubilation at Indy Island<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Dec. 20 | 9-9:45am and 10-10:45am | Free<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Paint ornaments and decorate cookies at this holiday celebration! 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