What a rainy day and I hear that some areas may flood. Better get out there now instead of waiting. It may be raining, but the temp is great. Here are some ideas for you and your family this weekend.
- Take a 75 minute ride on the Polar Express Train at the Fishers Train Station. Enjoy a trip to the home of Santa Claus, the North Pole. For more information see http://itm.org/PBX.php
- Jingle Rails: The Great Western Adventure is here at the Eiteljorg Museum. See replicas of famous buildings in Indy and beautiful trains. For museum hours see www.eiteljorg.org/explore/exhibitions/jingle-rails-the-great-western-adventure
- It’s Celebration Crossing time at the Indiana State Museum where you can see all sorts of bands and choirs, ride the Santa Claus Express and mush more. For details click www.indianamuseum.org/exhibits/details/id/282
- Conner Prairie Interactive History Park is filled with all sorts of things for the family. Visit the Gingerbread Village, have dinner with Santa and see Conner Prairie by Candlelight. Get all the details at www.connerprairie.org/
- Jolly Days Winter Wonderland is still alive at the Children’s Museum through Jan. 5th. Santa will only be there until Christmas so get the kids out to visit with him, enjoy the Yule Slide and more. See www.childrensmuseum.org/jollydays
- Take a step back in time with Winterfest 2013 at the Indiana History Center. Enjoy holiday cards from the past, crafts and more. See www.indianahistory.org/
- Experience Christmas at the Lilly House at the Indianapolis Museum of Art. Open until 5pm everyday and the exhibit is free. For more information www.imamuseum.org/exhibition/christmas-lilly-house-2013
- Lakeshore Learning Store has more Free crafts for the Kids this Saturday. It’s Snowy Bear Puppet today off of East 86th St. Click here for details www.lakeshoreleaerning.com/
- The great A Christmas Carol is on stage at the Indiana Repetory Theatre now until Dec. 24th. For showtimes click www.irtlive.com/
- Jingle Arrgh the Way, A Christmas Pirate Adventure is at the Children’s Museum. It’s a 45min performance for ages 4+. See www.childrensmuseum.org/spotlight-jingle-arrgh-the-way
- Visit the newly built Youth Arena adjacent to the Coliseum at the Indiana State Fairgrounds for Public Ice Skating. Get your hot cocoa, skates and have a ball. For times see www.indianastatefair.com/
- At 5pm, check out the 45th Annual Christmas at the Zoo at the Indianapolis Zoo with a fantastic light display, carolers, Santa’s workshop and more. Closed on Christmas, but see the website for times www.indyzoo.com/SitePages/SpecialEvents/Christmas.aspx
- There’s a Winterland Light Show at Ellis Park in Danville. Over 1 million lights on display and maybe a visit with Santa. Get coupons in online; and get more information at www.danvilleindiana.org/department/division.asp?fDD=4-81
- It’s a Wonderful Life! is at Spotlight Players Theatre in Beech Grove. Enjoy this holiday film as it comes to life. For more information click on www.spotlight-players.org/
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