• 63rd Annual Circle of Lights

    Monument Circle 1 Monument Circle, Indianapolis, IN, US

    The Soldiers and Sailors Monument becomes the world’s largest Christmas tree the night after Thanksgiving. It’s free, it’s downtown, and it’s the official start of the holiday season in Indianapolis.

    Free
  • Christmas on the Square

    Hendricks County Courthouse Square 51 W Main St, Danville, IN, US

    The day after Thanksgiving, downtown Danville lights the community tree and fills the square with music, holiday characters, and a live nativity with real animals. Danville Fire serves chili, and there’s a mailbox for letters to Santa. Tree lighting with Santa is at 6:30, and the whole thing is free.

    Free
  • Indiana Pacers vs. Philadelphia 76ers

    Gainbridge Fieldhouse 125 S Pennsylvania St, Indianapolis, IN, US

    Black Friday night the Pacers host the 76ers at Gainbridge Fieldhouse in an NBA Cup group game, 7:30 tip. If you’d rather skip the shopping, this is a solid alternative. […]