Downtown Martinsville Christmas in July

The Downtown Martinsville Christmas in July event is a festive community gathering held from July 24 to July 26, 2025, in Martinsville, Morgan County, Indiana, centered around the Martinsville Candy Kitchen and downtown merchants. It combines traditional Christmas-themed activities with a summer twist and also promotes charity through a food drive.

The event vibe is cheerful and family-friendly, recreating holiday spirit during the summer with a combination of shopping, holiday crafts, food, and entertainment. It offers a warm, festive atmosphere in downtown Martinsville, welcoming locals and visitors to experience holiday joy mid-year.

Key Activities and Schedule

• Visit with Santa Claus
  Santa and Mrs. Claus will make special appearances while "on summer vacation" at the Martinsville Candy Kitchen:

  • Thursday, July 24, from 5:30 PM to 7:30 PM
  • Saturday, July 26, from 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM

• Candy Cane Making Demonstrations
  Watch candy canes being made by hand at the Martinsville Candy Kitchen:

  • Thursday, July 24, at 5:00 PM
  • Saturday, July 26, at 10:30 AM

• Cookie Decorating Workshop
  On Friday, July 25, starting at 6:00 PM, participants can frost their own gingerbread man sugar cookies at the Candy Kitchen.
  Reservation is required by calling (765) 342-6390.

• Beaded Ornament Class
  Also on Friday, July 25, The Sterling Butterfly hosts a beaded ornament making class at 6:00 PM. This creative workshop requires registration online with a class fee of $25.

• Boutique Shopping & Charity Food Drive
  Shoppers can start their Christmas shopping at various downtown boutiques. Participating stores offer a "Buy one, give one, get one" program where customers who purchase an item and donate to a local food pantry receive a free candy cane. This promotes community giving and supports local charities.

Event Location and Accessibility

• Entire event takes place in downtown Martinsville, especially around the Martinsville Candy Kitchen. The area is handicapped accessible.
• Martinsville is in Morgan County, Central Indiana.

History and Founding

The event is brought to life by the Martinsville Candy Kitchen, known for its handmade candy canes and holiday treats. It appears to be a relatively new summer tradition designed to bring festive holiday cheer and community spirit into the warmer months. The Christmas in July concept provides residents and visitors an opportunity to enjoy Christmas-themed activities away from the traditional December timeframe, enhancing downtown Martinsville’s local commerce and culture during summer.

Summary of Event Schedule Highlights

Date	Time	Activity	Location
July 24 (Thu)	5:00 PM	Candy cane making demonstration	Martinsville Candy Kitchen
July 24 (Thu)	5:30 PM – 7:30 PM	Visit Santa & Mrs. Claus	Martinsville Candy Kitchen
July 25 (Fri)	6:00 PM	Sugar cookie decorating workshop (reservation required)	Martinsville Candy Kitchen
July 25 (Fri)	6:00 PM	Beaded ornament class (registration & fee required)	The Sterling Butterfly
July 26 (Sat)	10:30 AM	Candy cane making demonstration	Martinsville Candy Kitchen
July 26 (Sat)	11:00 AM – 1:00 PM	Visit Santa & Mrs. Claus	Martinsville Candy Kitchen

This event is free to attend (except paid craft class) and designed to be an enjoyable, festive experience that blends holiday cheer, community goodwill, and local shopping.