Lights in the Airpark

Lights in the Airpark is an annual holiday lights event held at the Grissom Air Museum located at the airport in Peru, Adams County, Indiana. The event runs from late November through early January, specifically starting November 23, 2025, and ending January 4, 2026. It is open Thursday through Sunday from 4:30 pm to 9 pm, with admission charged and the museum closed on Christmas Eve and Christmas Day.

The surrounding area is the Grissom Air Museum and Airpark, which features an extensive collection of military aircraft displayed outdoors. This historic site was originally the Bunker Hill Air Force Base, established in 1954, and later part of the Strategic Air Command. The Air Museum offers visitors the unique experience of exploring both indoor exhibits and outdoor aircraft displays in a walkable setting, providing a festive, aviation-themed holiday atmosphere.

The vibe of the event is festive and family-friendly, combining holiday lights displays with aviation history. It features illuminated aircraft and plane lights illuminating the airpark alongside traditional holiday light decorations. Inside the museum, visitors can explore military history exhibits and participate in activities such as an activity table for kids, making it an engaging experience for families.

Typical activities and features include:

• Holiday lights decorating the airpark and planes
• Access to the Grissom Air Museum exhibits (aircraft, simulation equipment, history)
• Kid-friendly activity table for crafts or related projects
• Photo opportunities inside and outside, including sitting in planes and a historic security tower

A rough event schedule during the season is:

• Open Thursday to Sunday, 4:30 pm to 9 pm
• Closed December 24 and 25
• Admission includes the lights walk and museum access

The event has a history of being held annually during the holiday season, with records showing similar schedules and activities in previous years (such as 2024 and 2025). It is a well-established local Christmas tradition in the Peru area and attracts families and visitors interested in both festive lights and military aviation heritage.

In summary, Lights in the Airpark is a holiday event set within the historic and aviation-rich environment of the Grissom Air Museum that combines seasonal light displays with educational and interactive activities suitable for all ages.