What Holiday Events To Enjoy In Evansville This December?

Chad Madden

December Is Flying By! Here’s What’s Going On

Can you believe we’re already a week into December? I don’t know about you, but once the holidays hit, everything gets busy fast. Half the time I’m just trying to keep my sanity, and the other half I’m realizing I’ve missed about five events because I blinked too long.

So consider this your friendly reminder: there are a ton of holiday happenings around the community this weekend and rolling into next week, and I don’t want you to miss a single one. These events have definitely been putting me in the holiday spirit—so if you need a little boost, this is your sign to get out there and enjoy the season!

Guillaume Issaly

More Evansville Holiday Events (Mid-December + Next Week)

Date / Time	Event	What & Where / Notes

Now → Jan 1, 2026	Ritzy's Fantasy of Lights	Drive-through light display at Garvin Park — 90+ light scenes, animated displays, car-friendly holiday magic. More Info
Sat, Dec 6, 2025, 11:00 AM–3:00 PM	A Downtown Christmas	Holiday happenings on Main Street (200–500 blocks): free photos with Santa & Mrs. Claus, train & pony rides, petting zoo, craft stations, family-friendly fun. More Info
Sat, Dec 6, 2025 – 7:00 PM	Evansville Philharmonic Peppermint Pops	Holiday-themed concert at Victory Theatre — festive music that’s good for a date night or family outing. More Info
Fri, Dec 5, 2025 – 7:00 PM	Evansville Thunderbolts – Teddy Bear Toss Night (hockey game)	At Ford Center — a fun, energetic way to get in the Christmas spirit and give back (teddy bears are often donated). More Info
Sat, Dec 6, 2025 – 7:00 PM	Mickey & Friends Christmas Game (Evansville Thunderbolts at Ford Center)	Family-friendly hockey game with holiday theme, special jerseys, holiday music — a festive night out at the rink. More Info
Sat–Sun, Dec 13–14 & Dec 20–21, 2025 (afternoons)	West Side Nut Club Santa Land (Acorn Plaza, W Franklin & 10th St)	Free photos with Santa, hot chocolate, cookies, family fun, and visits with popular characters — good for kids and families. More Info
Fri, Dec 12 & Sat, Dec 13, 2025	A Christmas Carol – Bethel Church Production	Stage production of the Dickens classic at Bethel Church, Lincoln Ave. Tickets: free registration or paid at door — cozy holiday theater. More Info

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