Things to Do in December

Need to find some festive holiday fun for your kids, family and friends?

From Santa to Christmas events to every imaginable kind of holiday lights, we’ve got you covered in Elkhart County.

Elkhart County 4-H Fairgrounds Holiday Lights

The fairgrounds have never been more merry and bright. Load up the car for a festive drive-through display at the Elkhart County 4-H Fairgrounds, 17746-D County Road 34, Goshen. Select dates in December. Tickets and info.

Elkhart County 4-H Fairgrounds Mistletoe Market

Meet Santa and reindeer, free kids activities, artisan market, food vendors, beergarten by Goshen Brewing Company. December 18, 19, 20, 2025 More info.

See more holiday lights! Check out Wellfield Botanic Gardens, Shipshewana, Goshen’s Shanklin Park and more

Elkhart Juried Regional

See some of the finest paintings, sculptures, drawings, photography and more, all from the amazing artists of the Elkhart County area. It’s all on display in the Elkhart Juried Regional at the Midwest Museum of American Art, 429 S. Main St., Elkhart. Through December 31, 2025. More info.

Goshen First Friday: Hometown Holiday

Celebrate the holidays with the city of Goshen at the monthly First Fridays festival from 5 to 9 p.m. Join in a round of Christmas carols as you rub shoulders with your friends at the Christmas tree lighting at 6:30 p.m. on Washington Street. Your Christmas shopping will be complete with the many merchants and artisans ready with the perfect gift. The kids will love visiting with Santa for photos! Friday, December 5, 2025 5 - 9 p.m. More info.