Join us on Friday, December 5 beginning at 4:30pm as we kick off the holiday season with the magic of twinkling lights, carolers, and family fun at our new holiday tradition in Downtown Bargersville: Yuletide on Baldwin. Stroll through beautifully decorated Plaza, enjoy festive performances, and watch as the Town sparkles to life with holiday cheer.
Stunning Downtown Lighting - Watch as the heart of Bargersville comes alive with dazzling holiday lights and festive cheer! Featuring the official lighting of the Downtown Railroad fence, a 14-foot Christmas Tree and Umbarger Plaza, Baldwin Street and the Holiday Fence Contest.
Santa's Village - Capture the magic as Santa makes his grand entrance on a fire truck, ready to greet children and spread holiday joy! After he helps light up the downtown, Santa will be available in the village for families to get a perfect photo keepsake.
Live Reindeer - Meet Santa's furry friends up close and personal! An enchanting experience for kids of all ages.
Pathway of Lights - A beautifully lit walk featuring hundreds of glowing luminaries guiding visitors from Kephart Park to downtown. This enchanting trail creates a warm, festive atmosphere perfect for an evening stroll to the lighting ceremony.
Confectioner's Corner - Step into a sugar-coated wonderland! Savor delightful bites and festive treats from your favorite local vendors. From bite-sized goodies to beautifully packaged sweets perfect for gifting, this are will be brimming with holiday cheer and irresistible confections. Treat yourself - and everyone on your list - do something deliciously merry!
Cozy Cocoa Booth - Warm up with a cup of comfort! The Cozy Cocoa Booth will be giving away serving up rich, velvety hot chocolate and warm drinks for kids and grown-ups alike. Don't miss out on special hot and cold "adult sips" being sold by Mallow Run Winery and Taxman Brewing Co.
Light the Line Fence Decorating Contest - Stroll through Main Street and vote on your favorite decorated fence panels created by businesses, residents and community groups. Sign up to decorate a fence panel.
Elf Games - Enjoy these mini activities throughout the Yuletide area. Be sure to stop by the Parks tent where kids can recite the Elf Oath, learn their Elf Name and receive an official Elf Trainee sticker.
Toy Drive - Spread holiday cheer by donating a new, unwrapped toy for the United Way of Johnson County Christmas Angels.
Naughty & Nice List - Kids (and kids-at-heart) can add names to Santa's Naughty or Nice List - friends, family, even themselves!
Come for the lights, stay for the magic. Celebrate the season with us in Downtown Bargersville.
Get in on the Holiday Magic in Bargersville!
Join the festive fun with two holiday lighting contests - show off your sparkle with Merry & Bright or bring cheer to the downtown district with Light the Line.
Not ready to decorate? You can still be part of the celebration by making a donation to support the holiday festivities.
You've got two fun contests to choose from - pick your favorite and let your lights shine!
Light the Line - Decorate (2) 8' sections of fence on Main Street with lights, garland, or creative holiday flair to help brighten up the town!
Merry and Bright - Deck out your home, business or property to spread seasonal cheer and be part of our town-wide light display.
Can't decide? Do both and double the fun - share your holiday spirit all season long!
Light Up Downtown Giving Program - a community-powered campaign where every donation counts!