Greentown Lions Christmas Lights

The Greentown Lions Christmas Lights event is a festive holiday light show held at the Howard County Fairgrounds in Greentown, Indiana. It runs on select dates from November 28 through December 25, 2025, from 6 to 9 p.m. each evening. The event features over 250 lighted displays, creating a bright and colorful atmosphere for families and visitors to enjoy.

The highlights of the event include a visit with Santa in the historic round barn, where guests can enjoy free cookies and hot chocolate. Visitors can also take a walkthrough the Pioneer Village, adding a traditional and nostalgic element to the holiday experience. Donations are accepted during the event, supporting the Greentown Lions Club's community projects.

The event atmosphere is festive and family-friendly, with a cozy, warm vibe supported by the seasonal food treats and the charm of the fairgrounds filled with elaborate light displays and historical village scenes.

Activities and Features

• Over 250 light displays throughout the fairgrounds
• Visit Santa at the round barn with complimentary cookies and hot chocolate
• Walkthrough Pioneer Village setup, showcasing local history in a holiday context
• Event open evenings from 6-9 p.m.
• Voluntary donations accepted to support local causes

Rough Schedule by Dates (all evenings 6-9 p.m. at Howard County Fairgrounds)

• November 28, 29, 30
• December 4, 5, 6, 7
• December 11, 12, 13, 14
• December 18 through December 25 (including Christmas Day)

History and Founding

The event is organized by the Greentown Lions Club, a community service organization chartered in 1945. The Christmas Lights event is a recurring annual tradition designed to bring holiday cheer, promote community spirit, and support charitable causes such as food baskets and other service projects run by the Lions Club in Greentown and Howard County.

Nearby the event, the Howard County Fairgrounds provide a rural and welcoming setting with historical fair structures and open spaces, enhancing the ambiance of the holiday lights and village. The event’s long-standing presence reflects the Lions Club’s commitment to community engagement through festive, family-oriented activities.

Overall, the Greentown Lions Christmas Lights offers a classic, community-centered Christmas experience combining spectacular light displays, historical elements, and holiday treats in a charming small-town setting.