Museum Event Events

Saturday, Dec 12, 2026

Saturday, Dec 12, 2026·8 a.m.–8:45 a.m., 8:30 a.m.–9:15 a.m., 9 a.m.–9:45 a.m. & 9:30 a.m.–10:15 a.m.

Santa’s Holiday Breakfast in the L.S. Ayres Tea Room

Indiana State Museum $45 adults, $35 ages 3–12, under 3 free (must register); members up to 25% off

Museum EventDining EventsHolliday FunBreakfast with Santa

Saturday, Dec 12, 2026·5:30 p.m.–9:30 p.m.

A Merry Prairie Holiday

Conner Prairie Members $15, nonmembers $26 (ages 2 and up); under 2 free

Museum EventFair/FestivalOutdoorsHoliday FestivalHolliday Fun

Also happening December 12, 2026

Through Dec 24, 2026·10 a.m.–5 p.m.

Jingle Rails: The Great Western Adventure at the Eiteljorg Museum

Eiteljorg Museum Included with museum admission (adults $20, youth 5–17 $12, ages 4 and under free)

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Sunday, Dec 13, 2026

Sunday, Dec 13, 2026·9 a.m.–10 a.m.

Santa’s Holiday Breakfast in the Great Hall

Indiana State Museum $40 adults, $30 ages 3–12, under 3 free (must register); members up to 25% off

Museum EventHolliday FunBreakfast with Santa

Sunday, Dec 13, 2026·5:30 p.m.–9:30 p.m.

A Merry Prairie Holiday

Conner Prairie Members $15, nonmembers $26 (ages 2 and up); under 2 free

Museum EventFair/FestivalOutdoorsHoliday FestivalHolliday Fun

Also happening December 13, 2026

Through Dec 24, 2026·noon–5 p.m.

Jingle Rails: The Great Western Adventure at the Eiteljorg Museum

Eiteljorg Museum Included with museum admission (adults $20, youth 5–17 $12, ages 4 and under free)

ExhibitFair/FestivalMuseum EventHolliday FunHoliday FestivalEditor's PicksWeekend Pick

Monday, Dec 14, 2026

Also happening December 14, 2026

Through Dec 24, 2026·10 a.m.–5 p.m.

Jingle Rails: The Great Western Adventure at the Eiteljorg Museum

Eiteljorg Museum Included with museum admission (adults $20, youth 5–17 $12, ages 4 and under free)

ExhibitFair/FestivalMuseum EventHolliday FunHoliday FestivalEditor's PicksWeekend Pick

Tuesday, Dec 15, 2026

Also happening December 15, 2026

Through Dec 24, 2026·10 a.m.–5 p.m.

Jingle Rails: The Great Western Adventure at the Eiteljorg Museum

Eiteljorg Museum Included with museum admission (adults $20, youth 5–17 $12, ages 4 and under free)

ExhibitFair/FestivalMuseum EventHolliday FunHoliday FestivalEditor's PicksWeekend Pick

Wednesday, Dec 16, 2026

Also happening December 16, 2026

Through Dec 24, 2026·10 a.m.–5 p.m.

Jingle Rails: The Great Western Adventure at the Eiteljorg Museum

Eiteljorg Museum Included with museum admission (adults $20, youth 5–17 $12, ages 4 and under free)

ExhibitFair/FestivalMuseum EventHolliday FunHoliday FestivalEditor's PicksWeekend Pick

Thursday, Dec 17, 2026

Also happening December 17, 2026

Through Dec 24, 2026·10 a.m.–5 p.m.

Jingle Rails: The Great Western Adventure at the Eiteljorg Museum

Eiteljorg Museum Included with museum admission (adults $20, youth 5–17 $12, ages 4 and under free)

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Friday, Dec 18, 2026

Friday, Dec 18, 2026·9 a.m.–10 a.m.

Magical Mornings

Indiana State Museum Included with museum admission; free for members

Babies/ToddlersClassCraft EventExhibitMeet & GreetMuseum EventPreschoolersStorytimeHolliday FunMeet SantaWinter Fun

Friday, Dec 18, 2026·5:30 p.m.–9:30 p.m.

A Merry Prairie Holiday

Conner Prairie Members $15, nonmembers $26 (ages 2 and up); under 2 free

Museum EventFair/FestivalOutdoorsHoliday FestivalHolliday Fun

Also happening December 18, 2026

Through Dec 24, 2026·10 a.m.–5 p.m.

Jingle Rails: The Great Western Adventure at the Eiteljorg Museum

Eiteljorg Museum Included with museum admission (adults $20, youth 5–17 $12, ages 4 and under free)

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Saturday, Dec 19, 2026

Saturday, Dec 19, 2026·9 a.m.–10 a.m.

Santa’s Holiday Breakfast in the Great Hall

Indiana State Museum $40 adults, $30 ages 3–12, under 3 free (must register); members up to 25% off

Museum EventHolliday FunBreakfast with Santa

Saturday, Dec 19, 2026·5:30 p.m.–9:30 p.m.

A Merry Prairie Holiday

Conner Prairie Members $15, nonmembers $26 (ages 2 and up); under 2 free

Museum EventFair/FestivalOutdoorsHoliday FestivalHolliday Fun

Also happening December 19, 2026

Through Dec 24, 2026·10 a.m.–5 p.m.

Jingle Rails: The Great Western Adventure at the Eiteljorg Museum

Eiteljorg Museum Included with museum admission (adults $20, youth 5–17 $12, ages 4 and under free)

ExhibitFair/FestivalMuseum EventHolliday FunHoliday FestivalEditor's PicksWeekend Pick

Sunday, Dec 20, 2026

Sunday, Dec 20, 2026·8 a.m.–8:45 a.m., 8:30 a.m.–9:15 a.m., 9 a.m.–9:45 a.m. & 9:30 a.m.–10:15 a.m.

Santa’s Holiday Breakfast in the L.S. Ayres Tea Room

Indiana State Museum $45 adults, $35 ages 3–12, under 3 free (must register); members up to 25% off

Museum EventDining EventsHolliday FunBreakfast with Santa

Sensory-friendly

Sunday, Dec 20, 2026·3 p.m.–5 p.m.

Sensory Friendly Afternoon

Indiana State Museum Included with museum admission; free for members

Community EventExhibitMuseum EventSensory FriendlySpecial Needs

Sunday, Dec 20, 2026·5:30 p.m.–9:30 p.m.

A Merry Prairie Holiday

Conner Prairie Members $15, nonmembers $26 (ages 2 and up); under 2 free

Museum EventFair/FestivalOutdoorsHoliday FestivalHolliday Fun

Also happening December 20, 2026

Through Dec 24, 2026·noon–5 p.m.

Jingle Rails: The Great Western Adventure at the Eiteljorg Museum

Eiteljorg Museum Included with museum admission (adults $20, youth 5–17 $12, ages 4 and under free)

ExhibitFair/FestivalMuseum EventHolliday FunHoliday FestivalEditor's PicksWeekend Pick

Monday, Dec 21, 2026

Monday, Dec 21, 2026·5:30 p.m.–9:30 p.m.

A Merry Prairie Holiday

Conner Prairie Members $15, nonmembers $26 (ages 2 and up); under 2 free

Museum EventFair/FestivalOutdoorsHoliday FestivalHolliday Fun

Also happening December 21, 2026

Through Dec 24, 2026·10 a.m.–5 p.m.

Jingle Rails: The Great Western Adventure at the Eiteljorg Museum

Eiteljorg Museum Included with museum admission (adults $20, youth 5–17 $12, ages 4 and under free)

ExhibitFair/FestivalMuseum EventHolliday FunHoliday FestivalEditor's PicksWeekend Pick

Tuesday, Dec 22, 2026

Tuesday, Dec 22, 2026·5:30 p.m.–9:30 p.m.

A Merry Prairie Holiday

Conner Prairie Members $15, nonmembers $26 (ages 2 and up); under 2 free

Museum EventFair/FestivalOutdoorsHoliday FestivalHolliday Fun

Also happening December 22, 2026

Through Dec 24, 2026·10 a.m.–5 p.m.

Jingle Rails: The Great Western Adventure at the Eiteljorg Museum

Eiteljorg Museum Included with museum admission (adults $20, youth 5–17 $12, ages 4 and under free)

ExhibitFair/FestivalMuseum EventHolliday FunHoliday FestivalEditor's PicksWeekend Pick

Wednesday, Dec 23, 2026

Wednesday, Dec 23, 2026·5:30 p.m.–9:30 p.m.

A Merry Prairie Holiday

Conner Prairie Members $15, nonmembers $26 (ages 2 and up); under 2 free

Museum EventFair/FestivalOutdoorsHoliday FestivalHolliday Fun

Also happening December 23, 2026

Through Dec 24, 2026·10 a.m.–5 p.m.

Jingle Rails: The Great Western Adventure at the Eiteljorg Museum

Eiteljorg Museum Included with museum admission (adults $20, youth 5–17 $12, ages 4 and under free)

ExhibitFair/FestivalMuseum EventHolliday FunHoliday FestivalEditor's PicksWeekend Pick

Thursday, Dec 24, 2026

Also happening December 24, 2026

Through Dec 24, 2026·10 a.m.–5 p.m.

Jingle Rails: The Great Western Adventure at the Eiteljorg Museum

Eiteljorg Museum Included with museum admission (adults $20, youth 5–17 $12, ages 4 and under free)

ExhibitFair/FestivalMuseum EventHolliday FunHoliday FestivalEditor's PicksWeekend Pick

Saturday, Dec 26, 2026

Saturday, Dec 26, 2026·10 a.m.–5 p.m.

Jingle Rails: The Great Western Adventure at the Eiteljorg Museum

Eiteljorg Museum Included with museum admission (adults $20, youth 5–17 $12, ages 4 and under free)

ExhibitFair/FestivalMuseum EventHolliday FunHoliday FestivalEditor's PicksWeekend Pick

Saturday, Dec 26, 2026·5:30 p.m.–9:30 p.m.

A Merry Prairie Holiday

Conner Prairie Members $15, nonmembers $26 (ages 2 and up); under 2 free

Museum EventFair/FestivalOutdoorsHoliday FestivalHolliday Fun

Sunday, Dec 27, 2026

Sunday, Dec 27, 2026·10 a.m.–4 p.m.

Kwanzaa Community Festival

Indiana State Museum

Community EventCraft EventDanceExhibitExpoFair/FestivalMuseum EventMusic/Dance PerformancePreschoolersHoliday FestivalHolliday FunMeet SantaWinter Fun

Sunday, Dec 27, 2026·noon–5 p.m.

Jingle Rails: The Great Western Adventure at the Eiteljorg Museum

Eiteljorg Museum Included with museum admission (adults $20, youth 5–17 $12, ages 4 and under free)

ExhibitFair/FestivalMuseum EventHolliday FunHoliday FestivalEditor's PicksWeekend Pick

Sunday, Dec 27, 2026·5:30 p.m.–9:30 p.m.

A Merry Prairie Holiday

Conner Prairie Members $15, nonmembers $26 (ages 2 and up); under 2 free

Museum EventFair/FestivalOutdoorsHoliday FestivalHolliday Fun

Monday, Dec 28, 2026

Monday, Dec 28, 2026·10 a.m.–5 p.m.

Jingle Rails: The Great Western Adventure at the Eiteljorg Museum

Eiteljorg Museum Included with museum admission (adults $20, youth 5–17 $12, ages 4 and under free)

ExhibitFair/FestivalMuseum EventHolliday FunHoliday FestivalEditor's PicksWeekend Pick

Monday, Dec 28, 2026·5:30 p.m.–9:30 p.m.

A Merry Prairie Holiday

Conner Prairie Members $15, nonmembers $26 (ages 2 and up); under 2 free

Museum EventFair/FestivalOutdoorsHoliday FestivalHolliday Fun

Tuesday, Dec 29, 2026

Tuesday, Dec 29, 2026·10 a.m.–5 p.m.

Jingle Rails: The Great Western Adventure at the Eiteljorg Museum

Eiteljorg Museum Included with museum admission (adults $20, youth 5–17 $12, ages 4 and under free)

ExhibitFair/FestivalMuseum EventHolliday FunHoliday FestivalEditor's PicksWeekend Pick

Wednesday, Dec 30, 2026

Wednesday, Dec 30, 2026·10 a.m.–5 p.m.

Jingle Rails: The Great Western Adventure at the Eiteljorg Museum

Eiteljorg Museum Included with museum admission (adults $20, youth 5–17 $12, ages 4 and under free)

ExhibitFair/FestivalMuseum EventHolliday FunHoliday FestivalEditor's PicksWeekend Pick

Thursday, Dec 31, 2026

Thursday, Dec 31, 2026·10 a.m.–1:30 p.m.

Countdown to Noon

The Children's Museum of Indianapolis Included with museum admission; free for members and children under 2

Museum EventHolliday FunNew Years EveEditor's Picks

Thursday, Dec 31, 2026·10 a.m.–5 p.m.

Jingle Rails: The Great Western Adventure at the Eiteljorg Museum

Eiteljorg Museum Included with museum admission (adults $20, youth 5–17 $12, ages 4 and under free)

ExhibitFair/FestivalMuseum EventHolliday FunHoliday FestivalEditor's PicksWeekend Pick

Thursday, Dec 31, 2026·6 p.m.–8:30 p.m.

Family New Year’s Eve

Indiana State Museum

Babies/ToddlersCommunity EventCraft EventDanceExhibitMuseum EventPreschoolersHoliday FestivalHolliday FunMeet SantaNew Years EveWinter Fun

Thursday, Dec 31, 2026·6 p.m.–8:30 p.m.

Family New Year’s Eve at the Indiana State Museum

Indiana State Museum $18; members 25% off; ages 2 and under free; $8 Access Pass

Museum EventHolliday FunNew Years EveEditor's Picks

Saturday, Jan 2, 2027

Also happening January 2, 2027

Through Jan 18, 2027·10 a.m.–5 p.m.

Jingle Rails: The Great Western Adventure at the Eiteljorg Museum

Eiteljorg Museum Included with museum admission (adults $20, youth 5–17 $12, ages 4 and under free)

ExhibitFair/FestivalMuseum EventHolliday FunHoliday FestivalEditor's PicksWeekend Pick

Sunday, Jan 3, 2027

Also happening January 3, 2027

Through Jan 18, 2027·noon–5 p.m.

Jingle Rails: The Great Western Adventure at the Eiteljorg Museum

Eiteljorg Museum Included with museum admission (adults $20, youth 5–17 $12, ages 4 and under free)

ExhibitFair/FestivalMuseum EventHolliday FunHoliday FestivalEditor's PicksWeekend Pick

Monday, Jan 4, 2027

Also happening January 4, 2027

Through Jan 18, 2027·10 a.m.–5 p.m.

Jingle Rails: The Great Western Adventure at the Eiteljorg Museum

Eiteljorg Museum Included with museum admission (adults $20, youth 5–17 $12, ages 4 and under free)

ExhibitFair/FestivalMuseum EventHolliday FunHoliday FestivalEditor's PicksWeekend Pick

Tuesday, Jan 5, 2027

Also happening January 5, 2027

Through Jan 18, 2027·10 a.m.–5 p.m.

Jingle Rails: The Great Western Adventure at the Eiteljorg Museum

Eiteljorg Museum Included with museum admission (adults $20, youth 5–17 $12, ages 4 and under free)

ExhibitFair/FestivalMuseum EventHolliday FunHoliday FestivalEditor's PicksWeekend Pick

Wednesday, Jan 6, 2027

Also happening January 6, 2027

Through Jan 18, 2027·10 a.m.–5 p.m.

Jingle Rails: The Great Western Adventure at the Eiteljorg Museum

Eiteljorg Museum Included with museum admission (adults $20, youth 5–17 $12, ages 4 and under free)

ExhibitFair/FestivalMuseum EventHolliday FunHoliday FestivalEditor's PicksWeekend Pick

Thursday, Jan 7, 2027

Thursday, Jan 7, 2027·4 p.m.–8 p.m.

First Thursday Night at The Children’s Museum

The Children's Museum of Indianapolis $6

Museum Event

Also happening January 7, 2027

Through Jan 18, 2027·10 a.m.–5 p.m.

Jingle Rails: The Great Western Adventure at the Eiteljorg Museum

Eiteljorg Museum Included with museum admission (adults $20, youth 5–17 $12, ages 4 and under free)

ExhibitFair/FestivalMuseum EventHolliday FunHoliday FestivalEditor's PicksWeekend Pick

Friday, Jan 8, 2027

Also happening January 8, 2027

Through Jan 18, 2027·10 a.m.–5 p.m.

Jingle Rails: The Great Western Adventure at the Eiteljorg Museum

Eiteljorg Museum Included with museum admission (adults $20, youth 5–17 $12, ages 4 and under free)

ExhibitFair/FestivalMuseum EventHolliday FunHoliday FestivalEditor's PicksWeekend Pick

Saturday, Jan 9, 2027

Also happening January 9, 2027

Through Jan 18, 2027·10 a.m.–5 p.m.

Jingle Rails: The Great Western Adventure at the Eiteljorg Museum

Eiteljorg Museum Included with museum admission (adults $20, youth 5–17 $12, ages 4 and under free)

ExhibitFair/FestivalMuseum EventHolliday FunHoliday FestivalEditor's PicksWeekend Pick

Sunday, Jan 10, 2027

Also happening January 10, 2027

Through Jan 18, 2027·noon–5 p.m.

Jingle Rails: The Great Western Adventure at the Eiteljorg Museum

Eiteljorg Museum Included with museum admission (adults $20, youth 5–17 $12, ages 4 and under free)

ExhibitFair/FestivalMuseum EventHolliday FunHoliday FestivalEditor's PicksWeekend Pick

Monday, Jan 11, 2027

Also happening January 11, 2027

Through Jan 18, 2027·10 a.m.–5 p.m.

Jingle Rails: The Great Western Adventure at the Eiteljorg Museum

Eiteljorg Museum Included with museum admission (adults $20, youth 5–17 $12, ages 4 and under free)

ExhibitFair/FestivalMuseum EventHolliday FunHoliday FestivalEditor's PicksWeekend Pick

Tuesday, Jan 12, 2027

Also happening January 12, 2027

Through Jan 18, 2027·10 a.m.–5 p.m.

Jingle Rails: The Great Western Adventure at the Eiteljorg Museum

Eiteljorg Museum Included with museum admission (adults $20, youth 5–17 $12, ages 4 and under free)

ExhibitFair/FestivalMuseum EventHolliday FunHoliday FestivalEditor's PicksWeekend Pick

Wednesday, Jan 13, 2027

Also happening January 13, 2027

Through Jan 18, 2027·10 a.m.–5 p.m.

Jingle Rails: The Great Western Adventure at the Eiteljorg Museum

Eiteljorg Museum Included with museum admission (adults $20, youth 5–17 $12, ages 4 and under free)

ExhibitFair/FestivalMuseum EventHolliday FunHoliday FestivalEditor's PicksWeekend Pick

Thursday, Jan 14, 2027

Also happening January 14, 2027

Through Jan 18, 2027·10 a.m.–5 p.m.

Jingle Rails: The Great Western Adventure at the Eiteljorg Museum

Eiteljorg Museum Included with museum admission (adults $20, youth 5–17 $12, ages 4 and under free)

ExhibitFair/FestivalMuseum EventHolliday FunHoliday FestivalEditor's PicksWeekend Pick

Friday, Jan 15, 2027

Also happening January 15, 2027

Through Jan 18, 2027·10 a.m.–5 p.m.

Jingle Rails: The Great Western Adventure at the Eiteljorg Museum

Eiteljorg Museum Included with museum admission (adults $20, youth 5–17 $12, ages 4 and under free)

ExhibitFair/FestivalMuseum EventHolliday FunHoliday FestivalEditor's PicksWeekend Pick

Saturday, Jan 16, 2027

Also happening January 16, 2027

Through Jan 18, 2027·10 a.m.–5 p.m.

Jingle Rails: The Great Western Adventure at the Eiteljorg Museum

Eiteljorg Museum Included with museum admission (adults $20, youth 5–17 $12, ages 4 and under free)

ExhibitFair/FestivalMuseum EventHolliday FunHoliday FestivalEditor's PicksWeekend Pick

Sunday, Jan 17, 2027

Also happening January 17, 2027

Through Jan 18, 2027·noon–5 p.m.

Jingle Rails: The Great Western Adventure at the Eiteljorg Museum

Eiteljorg Museum Included with museum admission (adults $20, youth 5–17 $12, ages 4 and under free)

ExhibitFair/FestivalMuseum EventHolliday FunHoliday FestivalEditor's PicksWeekend Pick

Monday, Jan 18, 2027

Free

Monday, Jan 18, 2027·10 a.m.–5 p.m.

Martin Luther King Jr. Day

Indiana State Museum

Babies/ToddlersCommunity EventCraft EventDanceExhibitExpoFree Admission DayFundraising EventsMuseum EventMusic/Dance PerformancePreschoolersHolliday FunWinter Fun

Also happening January 18, 2027

Through Jan 18, 2027·10 a.m.–5 p.m.

Jingle Rails: The Great Western Adventure at the Eiteljorg Museum

Eiteljorg Museum Included with museum admission (adults $20, youth 5–17 $12, ages 4 and under free)

ExhibitFair/FestivalMuseum EventHolliday FunHoliday FestivalEditor's PicksWeekend Pick