The magic of the holidays returns to southwest Indiana as Christmas in New Harmony fills the historic town with festive spirit December 5–7, 2025. Visitors are invited to stroll the twinkling streets, shop local artisans, enjoy live performances, and make cherished memories in one of Indiana’s most charming destinations.
Presented by One New Harmony, the annual celebration features three days of holiday events, shopping, entertainment, and activities for all ages — plus the return of the beloved Gnome Scavenger Hunt running through December 20.
Festival Highlights
Thursday, Dec. 4 – Saturday, Dec. 20
Gnome Scavenger Hunt – Free!
Search for ten mischievous gnomes hidden in plain sight throughout town. Prizes include $200 for first place and $100 for second. Applications available at Old Mill Mart and Capers Emporium.
Friday, Dec. 5
- 5:30 PM – Tree Lighting Ceremony at the New Harmony Inn, 504 North Street (Free!)
- 6:30 PM – Workingmen’s Institute Christmas Open House, 407 Tavern Street
Saturday, Dec. 6
- 8–10 AM – Breakfast with Santa, Holy Angels Catholic Center, 805 Main St.
Adults $5, Children $4, Ages 4 and under free - 9 AM–4 PM – Holiday Shopping & Vendors at the Community House, Ribeyre Event Center, and local shops
- 9 AM–4 PM – Food Trucks along Main Street
- 9 AM–4 PM – Antique Tractor Photo Ops at The Barn, 403 Brewery St.
- 10 AM–4 PM – Horse & Carriage Rides, Main and Granary ($5 per person)
- 10:30 AM – Christmas Parade on Main Street
- 11 AM–3 PM – Candyland at the Workingmen’s Institute (Free!)
Enjoy train rides, crafts, candle making, petting zoo, Santa and friends, hot cocoa, cookies, and more! - 12 PM – Signature School Christmas Concert, Thrall’s Opera House (Free!)
- 3 PM – The Children’s Nutcracker Performance, Thrall’s Opera House
- 6 PM – Lighted Golf Cart Parade (Free!)
Line up at the Roofless Church at 5:30 PM. Prizes awarded for Most Festive, Most Unique, and Random Draw. - 7 PM – Wolfgang Jazz Holiday Concert, Thrall’s Opera House (Free!)
- 7 PM – Ho, Ho, Ho-Down: Live music and dancing at Sara’s, 500 Church St.
Sunday, Dec. 7
- 10 AM–3 PM – Shopping at the Community House, Ribeyre Gym, and local shops
- 10 AM–3 PM – Food Trucks on Main Street
- 10 AM–3 PM – Photo Ops with Antique Tractors & Santa at The Barn, 403 Brewery St.
- 10 AM–3 PM – Horse & Carriage Rides, Main and Granary ($5 per person)
- 10 AM–3 PM – Holiday House Tour ($20 tickets)
Tickets available at the Information Booth in the Community House, 410 Main St. - 7 PM – Christmas Concert: A Cold December Night, featuring Erin Bode and the New Harmony Community Choir, Thrall’s Opera House
Ring in 2026 with the Annual Holiday Dance Celebration!
Saturday, Jan. 3, 2026 – Ribeyre Event Center, 603 Main St.
Say hello to the new year at New Harmony’s favorite winter party! Enjoy a Cozy Cabin Winter Party theme with flannel shirts, warm soups, breads, pies, live music from The Bros. Lewis Band, and a bar hosted by St. Phillips Inn.
Tickets are $35 each or a table of 8 for $240, available online at VisitNewHarmony.com, the Christmas in New Harmony Facebook page, or at the Information Booth during the festival.
Proudly Supported By
Historic New Harmony, One New Harmony, William Wilson Auction & Realty, Heritage Federal Credit Union, The Kent and Laurie Parker Family Foundation, New Harmony Kiwanis, Artefakts, Harmonie Wealth, Visit Posey County, The Golden Rose, Valero, Nix Companies, and the Westside Nut Club.
About One New Harmony
One New Harmony is dedicated to stewarding the unique legacy of New Harmony by preserving, strengthening, and growing our social infrastructure, economy, and cultural heritage through economic development, promotion, design, and collaboration with community stakeholders and citizens.
For Media Inquiries:
Kari Mobley
Email: kari.mobley@visitposeycounty.com
Website: VisitNewHarmony.com
Follow: @VisitNewHarmony
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