From magical train rides to twinkling lights, festive snacks to meeting Santa there is something for everyone to enjoy. Check out these 10 activities in the park before the holiday season ends.
Ride the Snowfall Express
Head to the 3rd floor of the Indiana State Museum to hop on the Snowfall Express. This indoor train ride takes you on a journey through late fall and winter scenes featuring adorable critters as they enjoy all that winter has to offer.
Sit Around the Fire
Take a mid-stroll break and warm up by the fire at Christmas at the Zoo at Indianapolis Zoo. Fire pits are located through the Zoo for the perfect bonfire experience. You can even roast marshmallows for s’mores at designated firepits.
Complete the Seek and Find
Can you find all 24 details in Jingle Rails at the Eiteljorg Museum? Explore scenes of the American West and Indianapolis to complete the scavenger hunt and win a prize!
Watch Polar Express in 3D
Experience this holiday classic on Indiana’s largest movie screen at the IMAX Theater! Take an extraordinary train ride to the North Pole and embark on a journey of self-discovery that shows that the wonder of life never fades for those who believe.
Meet Santa Claus
Get your wish lists ready! Meet Santa in his fanciful house every day at Indiana State Museum. After meeting Santa, kids can explore and play in Santa’s Front Yard and Reindeer Barn.
Walk Through Twinkling Lights
The Indianapolis Zoo transforms into a twinkling winter wonderland during Christmas at the Zoo. Throughout the zoo, trees are wrapped in lights and animal silhouettes glisten!
Watch the Trains Go Round
During Jingle Rails at Eitlejorg Museum, 8 g-scale trains travel through spectacular scenes of Indianapolis and the American West, each masterfully crafted from natural materials and adorned with holiday decor and lights.
Hear Choirs Sing
Listen to the sounds of the season during Holiday Sounds at Indiana State Museum. Local choirs and bands grace the stage to perform holiday favorites.
Countdown to the Tree Lighting
Three, two, one! Each night countdown to the lighting of the Merry & Bright Tree at the Indianapolis Zoo!
Shop at a Winter Market
Still looking for the perfect present? Shop at Winter Markets during Jingle Rails at the Eitlejorg Museum! Winter Markets feature local artists!