Things to Do This Weekend in Indianapolis with Kids (Nov 21-23, 2025)

Holiday lights are flickering on as fall hangs in the air. For Nov. 21–23, 2025, we rounded up kid-friendly things to do this weekend around Indy. To keep planning simple this week, all multi-day picks are grouped first, followed by single-day events for Friday, Saturday, and Sunday. Start with our editor’s picks below, then browse the full weekend list for ideas by day and time.

Editor’s picks for Nov. 21–23, 2025

All Weekend

Ice Skating at Elevance Health Rink on Bicentennial Unity Plaza
Fri–Sun, Nov. 21–23 | Bicentennial Unity Plaza, 117 S Pennsylvania St, Indianapolis
Lace up for outdoor skating on a downtown rink with skyline views and seasonal cheer.
Ongoing event, runs Nov. 21–Jan 25.

Danville Winterland Holiday Light Show
Fri–Sun, Nov. 21–23 | 6:00–10:00 pm | Ellis Park, 600 E Main St, Danville | $10/car (weekends)
Drive through glowing tunnels and animated scenes from the comfort of your car.
Ongoing event, runs Nov. 21–Dec. 28

Glimmer Lights at Piney Acres
Fri–Sun, Nov. 21–23 | 6:00–9:00 pm | Piney Acres Farm, 1115 E 1000 N, Fortville
Ride the holiday train, sip cocoa, and enjoy a walk-free lights route on the farm.
Ongoing event, runs Nov. 16–Dec. 21

Charles Dickens’ A Christmas Carol
Fri–Sun, Nov. 21–23 | Indiana Repertory Theatre, 140 W Washington St, Indianapolis
A classic, family-friendly production filled with carols, ghosts, and heartwarming cheer.
Ongoing event, runs Nov. 16–Dec. 24

Jingle Rails: The Great Western Adventure
Fri–Sun, Nov. 21–23 | Eiteljorg Museum, 500 W Washington St, Indianapolis
G-scale trains wind through miniature Indy and the American West in a dazzling botanical display.
Ongoing event, runs Nov. 15–Jan. 19

Friday, Nov. 21

Friday Campfire
Fri, Nov. 21 | 6:30–8:00 pm | Holliday Park, 6363 Spring Mill Rd, Indianapolis | $7/person
Toast marshmallows, sip hot chocolate, and enjoy a crackling campfire under the stars.

Saturday, Nov. 22

Carmel Christkindlmarkt
Sat–Sun, Nov. 22–23 | Sat 12–9 pm; Sun 12–8 pm | Center Green, Carmel | Free
Stroll twinkle-lit huts for gifts, treats, and cocoa while carols set the mood.
Ongoing event, runs Nov. 22–Dec. 24

Peanut Butter & Jam: Melchior Marionettes Holiday Cabaret on Strings
Sat, Nov. 22 | 10:30–11:30 am | Studio Theater, 4 Center Green, Carmel
A charming holiday puppet show perfect for preschoolers and early elementary kids.

Holidays in Carmel Kick-off
Fri, Nov. 22 | Main Street, Carmel | Free
Celebrate the start of the season with music, lights, and festive photo ops in Carmel.

Sunday, Nov. 23

Sugar Plum Fairy’s Sweet Celebration
Sun, Nov. 23 | 1:00–2:30 pm | Metropolitan Youth Ballet, 6210 Technology Center Dr, Suite 200, Zionsville | $30/Scout; $2/Adult
Meet the Sugar Plum Fairy, snap magical photos, and enjoy Nutcracker-inspired activities.

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