Celebrate the Holiday Season at Indiana State Fairgrounds & Public Ice Skating Returns!

The Indiana State Fairgrounds is excited to invite families to join us for a festive holiday season filled with joy, laughter, and unforgettable memories! With a variety of activities planned, there’s something for everyone to enjoy.

Ice Skating Returns November 30!

Get ready to lace up your skates! Public Ice Skating officially returns to the historic Corteva Coliseum! Our enchanting ice skating rink opens on November 30 in the Corteva Coliseum and will be a winter wonderland for all ages. Glide across the ice with family and friends, and create magical moments that will last a lifetime. Whether you’re a seasoned skater or trying it for the first time, this is the perfect way to embrace the holiday spirit! Visit https://www.indianastatefair.com/p/visit/ice-skating for more information.

Christmas Nights of Lights – Now Through December 31

Experience the magic of the season with our Christmas Nights of Lights, running now through December 31. This dazzling drive-through light display features over a million twinkling lights, creating a breathtaking spectacle that will delight visitors of all ages. Gather your loved ones, hop in the car, and enjoy this festive journey that captures the essence of the holidays. Online registration is required at  https://tickets.christmasnightsoflights.com/tickets.

YMCA Toy Drive on December 21

Join us in spreading joy this holiday season by participating in the YMCA Toy Drive on December 21. Bring a new, unwrapped toy to donate and help brighten the holidays for children in need. Your generosity can make a significant difference in our community, and we encourage everyone to contribute to this wonderful cause. These toys may be dropped off at any Indianapolis area YMCA, Tom Wood, or First Merchants bank location. Monetary donations are also accepted. For more information visit https://indymca.org/events/toy-drive/.

Join Us for a Festive Celebration

The Indiana State Fairgrounds is the perfect destination for families looking to celebrate the holiday season together. With ice skating, stunning light displays, and opportunities to give back, we invite you to make cherished memories with us this December.

Happy Holidays from the Indiana State Fairgrounds. We look forward to celebrating with you!

About the Indiana State Fairgrounds & Event Center

The Indiana State Fairgrounds and Event Center is a modern public event facility that annually hosts

more than 400 meetings, shows, sports and agricultural events, including the Indiana State Fair. The

year-round management of the Fairgrounds is overseen by the Indiana State Fair Commission which is a

quasi-governmental agency that was established in 1992, with the mission to preserve and enhance the

Indiana State Fairgrounds and the annual Indiana State Fair for the benefit of all citizens of Indiana. For more information visit www.indianastatefair.com.