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Come December, Indy will be full of holiday light shows + outdoor events — but what if you want to get into the spirit of the season without leaving the great indoors? Check out these holiday movie screenings for a cozy way to get your festive feels.
Merry Movie Nights at Heartland Film | Thursday, Dec. 5-Sunday, Dec. 8 | Sing along at a cheery screening of “White Christmas” or relive the infamous Star Wars holiday special with “A Disturbance in the Force.” All screenings include complimentary activities like cookie decorating, professional pictures with Santa, puppet shows, and chocolate tasting.
Cereal Cinema at Newfields | Saturday, Dec. 21 | Partake in a buffet of cereal options as you sit down to watch “The Muppet Christmas Carol” — your ticket also includes admission to the museum after the movie.
Kan-Kan Cinema | Dates vary | The festive movie lineup kicks off with “The Holiday” paired with a pre-film wine class taught by a sommelier, and ends with half-priced drafts during a screening of “Silent Night, Deadly Night.”
Oyster Class | 7-8:30 p.m. | Strange Bird | $50 | Learn to shuck safely, explore different species and growing regions, and leave with the confidence to serve oysters at your next party.
A Celtic Christmas by A Taste of Ireland | 7:30-9:20 p.m. | Warren Performing Arts Center | $45+ | Watch + listen as the world’s finest Irish dancers and musicians bring the spirit of the holidays to life.
NIGHTJAR with Mat Davis | 7-9 p.m. | Tube Factory Artspace | Free | Write a poem full of good intentions + share it with other literature lovers.
Thursday, Nov. 21
PEEPs: Animal Homes | 9:30-11 a.m. | Overley, Zionsville | $3+ | Help preschool-aged kids discover nature through hands-on, educational activities.
Christmas Tree Preview Party | 2-7 p.m. | Alice’s Garden | $50 | Get the first pick from this stunning collection of fresh-cut Christmas trees — your ticket fee will be applied toward your tree purchase.
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