Fri, Nov 27 – Thu, Dec 24, 2026
Christmas in Zionsville
Downtown Zionsville
Christmas in Zionsville begins Thanksgiving weekend and continues through Christmas Eve. The season takes in the official “Christmas in the Village” program along with other holiday events hosted by the Zionsville Chamber of Commerce, Main Street Zionsville, Zionsville Parks & Recreation, Zionsville Tri Kappa, and the Zionsville Show Choirs. The season includes local retail events, Santa visits, the annual holiday parade, ticketed community fundraisers, and seasonal evening shopping crawls.
Good to Know Before You Go
- The 2026 dates are confirmed. Details on hours, ticket prices, and participating businesses will be added closer to the event.
- The parade runs from 5:00–6:30 p.m. on Saturday, November 28. Main Street closes for the parade, so allow extra time for parking and walking.
- Last updated August 19, 2026. This guide will be updated as new event details are announced.
Christmas in Zionsville 2026 at a Glance
| Date | Event | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Fri–Sun, Nov 27–29, 2026 | Small Business Weekend | Local Shopping |
| Sat, Nov 28, 2026 | Holiday Parade & Tree Lighting | Community Event |
| Sats & Suns, Nov 28–Dec 20, 2026 | Selfies with Santa | Family Activity |
| Sat, Dec 5, 2026 | Carol of Homes – Holiday Home Tour | Ticketed Fundraiser |
| Sat, Dec 5, 2026 | Tri Kappa Santa Breakfast | Ticketed Family Event |
| Sat, Dec 5, 2026 | Winterfest Open-Air Maker’s Market | Seasonal Market |
| Thu, Dec 10, 2026 | Ladies Night | Evening Shopping & Dining |
| Thu, Dec 17, 2026 | Christmas Crawl | Evening Shopping & Dining (21+) |
Small Business Weekend
Friday–Sunday, November 27–29, 2026
Hosted by the Zionsville Chamber of Commerce immediately following Thanksgiving, Small Business Weekend encourages residents and visitors to shop at independent businesses throughout the village. For 2026, the Chamber has noted that shoppers can receive a tote bag courtesy of Godley Family Orthodontics while supplies last. Visitors exploring the village can also visit local retail shops using the Downtown Zionsville guide.
Holiday Parade & Tree Lighting
Saturday, November 28, 2026
The annual Holiday Parade and Tree Lighting takes place on Saturday, November 28, from 5:00 to 6:30 p.m., marking the official opening weekend of the Christmas in the Village season. The parade travels along Main Street before concluding with the traditional lighting of the town tree.
See the complete 2026 Zionsville Christmas Parade & Tree Lighting guide
Selfies with Santa
Saturdays and Sundays, November 28–December 20, 2026
Santa visits occur across four consecutive weekends following Thanksgiving. In previous years, the event took place at the Santa House at Cedar and Main Streets, where families took photos with Santa and Mrs. Claus using personal phones or cameras, supported by Chamber volunteers.
Carol of Homes – Holiday Home Tour
Saturday, December 5, 2026 — Ticketed
Presented by Zionsville Show Choirs, the Carol of Homes allows guests to tour festively decorated private residences in Zionsville while Zionsville Community High School show choir students perform holiday solos and small-group arrangements inside the homes. The tour serves as a major fundraiser supporting the show choir program prior to their winter and spring competition season. Recent tours have featured six decorated homes. Main Street Zionsville currently lists the 2026 event as the Zionsville Showchoir Holiday Home Tour.
Tri Kappa Santa Breakfast
Saturday, December 5, 2026 — Ticketed
Organized by Zionsville Tri Kappa, this annual ticketed gathering brings families together along Main Street. Established event formats have included a sit-down breakfast, a personal visit with Santa, children’s craft stations, and holiday activities. In prior years, attendees were encouraged to explore nearby downtown shops and dining spots after breakfast.
Winterfest Open-Air Maker’s Market
Saturday, December 5, 2026
Main Street Zionsville lists this as the Zionsville Parks Winter Market on the 2026 Christmas in the Village schedule for Saturday, December 5. Zionsville Parks & Recreation calls it the Open-Air Maker’s Market and runs it as part of Winterfest, its winter season program. The market takes place from 9:00 a.m. to noon on Zionsville’s brick Main Street, with local makers and artists, food trucks, seasonal music, and carolers.
Ladies Night
Thursday, December 10, 2026
Ladies Night is an evening shopping and dining event hosted by the Zionsville Chamber of Commerce as part of Christmas in the Village. Participating merchants throughout the village extend their hours and offer special promotions, seasonal refreshments, or store incentives. Between shopping stops, visitors can pause at local Downtown Zionsville restaurants.
Christmas Crawl
Thursday, December 17, 2026
Scheduled for Thursday, December 17, the annual Christmas Crawl is an evening shopping and social event geared toward adults ages 21 and older. Participating downtown retail shops and restaurants feature seasonal drink menus, dining specials, and late-night shopping options.
Parking and getting around
Most Christmas in the Village events take place along Main Street and the surrounding Village streets, so one parking plan covers the whole season.
Free public parking lots are located at the northwest corner of Main Street and Sycamore Road and the southwest corner of Main Street and Pine Street. Additional parking is available along nearby streets and in public lots throughout the Village. See the downtown parking section for details.
Main Street closes to vehicles during the Holiday Parade on November 28. Parking near the parade route fills quickly, so arriving early is usually easier than circling for a closer spot.
Downtown map
Save the downtown Zionsville map to your phone before you go. It shows the Main Street area, including nearby restaurants, shops, public parking, restrooms, and landmarks.
For other events happening around town this season, see the Zionsville events calendar.