November 12-16, 2025
Indiana State Fairgrounds & Event Center
2025 Show Features
See what's happening at the Christmas Gift + Hobby Show!
HO HO HO
Santa will be greeting visitors and children alike throughout the show.
Karolyn Grimes
Best known for her role as Zuzu Bailey in the classic 1946 film “It’s a Wonderful Life,”!
ShedEscape Designs presents Santa's Workshop
HOLIDAY TABLESCAPES
A group of local designers offers attendees a hearty dose of tabletop inspiration!
Make-It Take-It
BE MERRY WITH MERRY MONEY
Attendees get the chance for some extra green this holiday season!
GIRLS NIGHT OUT
Wednesday, Nov. 12 from 4-7 p.m. Plus, your tickets are half price at the box office!
LOCAL AUTHORS
Celebrate & support the creativity in your community by purchasing personalized, autographed books!
Bright Beginnings: Indiana's Children's Entrepreneur Market
One Day ONLY Saturday, November 15
CHERIE’S FAVORITE FINDS
Cherie is selecting her favorite finds from this year’s Christmas Gift + Hobby Show.
Marion Co South Special Olympics Coat Check & Package Check
Girls Night Out Drink Special
HERO DAY - FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 14TH
All veterans and active duty military get FREE ADMISSION and FREE PARKING TODAY Only
ENTERTAINMENT STAGE
Enjoy festive dance performances, heavenly voices and the music of the season!
Teacher Day - Sunday, November 16th
Appreciation for all our Teachers and Staff FREE Admission TODAY Only
Girls Night Out Drink Special
The Holly Jolly Spritz. It is a cranberry aperol spritz served in a Christmas ornament with festive shimmer. A glass of ice with cranberry garnishes will accompany the ornament.