Holiday FunA Merry Prairie Holiday is returning to Conner Prairie for its fifth...

A Merry Prairie Holiday is returning to Conner Prairie for its fifth season, starting Nov. 29

It’s the most magical time on the Prairie with over 500 holiday light vignettes, 1,046 acres for exploration and countless opportunities to step back in history with our storytellers. A Merry Prairie Holiday is celebrating its fourth season at Conner Prairie, starting November 29.

202429novAll Day01decA Merry Prairie Holiday(All Day)(GMT-05:00) Conner Prairie, 13400 Allisonville Road, Fishers, IN 46038CategoryFair/Festival,Museum/Zoo Event,OutdoorsSeasonalHoliday Festival,Holliday Fun

A Merry Prairie Holiday at Conner Prairie
A Merry Prairie Holiday at Conner Prairie

A Magical Evening Winter Tradition Returns to Conner Prairie

Glittering lights, thoughtful storytellers, and warm fires will transport you from your day-to-day into the stories of yesterday and the traditions of tomorrow. A Merry Prairie Holiday is celebrating its fourth season at Conner Prairie, starting November 29.

A Merry Prairie Holiday at Conner Prairie

Magical 3D Projection Mapping Show

At A Merry Prairie Holiday, witness the transformation of the William Conner House into a nostalgic holiday wonder. The entire family can enjoy the 3D projection mapping show featuring “‘Twas The Night Before Christmas.”

Frosty’s Skating Rink and LED Reynolds Lights

Slide and glide at Frosty’s Skating Rink, a unique experience resembling real ice. Explore the mesmerizing LED Reynolds Lights across acres of land, offering thousands of illuminations that showcase the spirit of the season.

Historic Holidays in Prairietown

Take a step back in time and discover the Christmas Eve traditions of the 1800s in Prairietown. Engage with worldwide holiday history through an old-fashioned crankie show.

A Merry Prairie Holiday at Conner Prairie
Step into our historic Prairietown to visit the Christmas Eve traditions of the 1800’s

North Pole Village and Festive Activities

Snap a selfie with Santa, meet Mrs. Claus and the elves, and check your status on Trinket Puddingmoon’s naughty-or-nice list. Sing along with local performers at Blitzen’s Bandstand, ride Kringle’s Carousel, and race down the Polar Bear Plunge tubing hill.

A Merry Prairie Holiday at Conner Prairie
Kringle’s Carousel

One-of-a-Kind Indiana Gifts for Everyone

Shop onsite or at the online store for one-of-a-kind treasures for all ages, including Indiana-themed gifts, old-timey games, and handmade pottery!

Give The Gift Of Membership

Gift an annual Conner Prairie membership, providing access to fully interactive, historically significant worlds throughout the year. Includes unlimited daytime general admission, free access to Headless Horseman, and discounts on select events, shopping, and dining.

A Merry Prairie Holiday at Conner Prairie

American Sign Language Tours at A Merry Prairie Holiday

For guests who require American Sign Language (ASL) support, A Merry Prairie Holiday provides tailored ASL tours on December 13 and 21. The tours are from 5:30 p.m. – 9:30 p.m. and will include the services of an ASL interpreter to facilitate precise communication with historical interpreters. The journey will lead guests to landmarks such as the Golden Eagle Inn, where attendees can participate in a warming, song-filled campfire, and to a celebration at the Campbell House.

Further enriching the tour, a stop at the Turner family’s home enables an appreciation of nineteenth-century African American holiday customs. The finale, a Crankie show performance, brings global holiday traditions to life. The tour culminates in the North Pole Village where Santa and Mrs. Claus, assisted by an ASL interpreter, are eager to take memorable holiday selfies with guests.

2024 A Merry Prairie Holiday at Conner Prairie Dates & Times

A Merry Prairie Holiday begins Friday, November 29 and Saturday, November 30, then continues Fridays through Sundays, December 6 through December 22.
Hours: 5:30 – 9:30 pm

Find more ticket info here. 

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