HolidayFest 2009 Lighting Ceremony
The Night of Lights
Downtown’s Annual Holiday Lighting Ceremony
Wednesday, November 25, 2009
*FREE PARKING available for the Night of Lights in the Harrison Square Parking Garage (entrance on Harrison south of Jefferson) and the Civic Center Garage (entrance on Calhoun north of Jefferson). For more parking information, visit www.parkitfortwayne.com.
Official Lighting Schedule
6:15pm Annual Lighting of Santa And His Reindeer National City Bank On Main Street
6:45pm Lighting Of The Wells Fargo Holiday Display Wells Fargo Building On Calhoun Street
7:00pm Lighting Of The I & M "Merry Christmas" Wreath One Summit Square On Wayne Street
7:15pm Harrison Street Windows, Embassy Theatre on Harrison Street
Also check out these other great Downtown activities on the Night of Lights!
Embassy Theatre Presents Festival of Trees
Embassy Theatre, 125 W. Jefferson, 6:00-9:00pm
Stay a little longer at the Embassy and enjoy the lighting of the trees and marvel at this favorite family tradition.
Botanical Conservatory Presents Holiday Kick Off Party
Botanical Conservatory, 1100 S. Calhoun, 5:00-9:00pm
Enjoy hot chocolate and a cookie, make a card for a service person, meet Mrs. Claus and let us give you a photo with Santa. You can also meet Becka and Teeka, two live reindeer that know all about the North Pole. Don’t forget to participate in the Fort Wayne Downtown Lighting Ceremony before or after your visit to our holiday garden and displays. Regular Conservatory admission fees apply. No reservations required. For more information, call 427-6440.
History Center Presents Festival of Gingerbread
History Center, 302 E. Berry, 5-9pm
Museum tours of the gingerbread creations, live performances and Mr. and Mrs. Claus.
Holiday Houses Kick Off Party at the Grand Wayne Convention CenterGrand Wayne Convention Center, 120 W. Jefferson, 6-8:30pm
Be the first to see what is sure to become a beloved Holiday Tradition. Join us the night of the Lighting Ceremonies as we kick off Indiana’s largest snow village display!
Cocoa and Carols at the Allen County Courthouse
Allen County Courthouse, 715 S. Calhoun, 6:30-7:30pm
Enjoy the holiday sounds of the Snider High School Madrigal Singers in the Courthouse Rotunda. Hot Chocolate and cookies provided by the Allen County Courthouse Preservation Trust.
Aunt Millie’s Santa Lighting Celebration
Aunt Millie’s, 350 Pearl Street, 5-8pm
On your way to the Santa lighting on Thanksgiving Eve, stop by Aunt Millie’s parking lot for free hot cider and Aunt Millie’s Muffins and check out their amazing holiday light display! Created by Yvonne Mateer of Y Light, www.ylight.com.
Cathedral Books & Gifts
Archbishop Noll Catholic Center, Corner of Clinton & Washington, 5:00-9:00pm
FREE hot cider and cookies, a special sale of 20% off of everything during these hours!
Fort Wayne Parks & Recreation Department Community Center Holiday Activities
Community Center, 233 W. Main, 4:00-9:00pm
Stop by to see the lighting of Santa’s workshop on the roof, watch the movie Elf, donate new or gently used bears for the needy, or shop for a few holiday gifts.
Santa is at Freemason's Hall
Masonic Temple, 216 E. Washington, 6-9pm
Come to see Santa but stay awhile for Caroling/ Hot Cocoa/ Building Tours/ Bake Sale
The suggested donation of $5 per family benefits the preservation of this historic Fort Wayne landmark
