Greater Lafayette does the holidays well. Here are some of our favorite events on the 2026 calendar, from the big downtown parade to breakfast with Santa in Battle Ground. Dates, times and prices come from event listings and can change, so check with each organizer before you head out.
Greater Lafayette Christmas Parade
Saturday, December 5, 5 p.m., downtown Lafayette. Billed as the largest holiday parade in Indiana, it travels Main Street from 2nd Street to 11th Street with bands, floats, fire engines and, of course, Santa. It is free and presented by Greater Lafayette Commerce. Arrive early to get a good spot along the sidewalk.
Holidays at the Haan
Select days from November 27 to December 30, 1 to 4 p.m. The Haan Museum of Indiana Art, 920 E. State St. in Lafayette, decks its halls for the season. Tickets bought online are $12 for adults and $6 for ages 5 to 17, or $15 and $7 at the door. Children under 5 are free.
A Merry Main Street Market
Saturday, December 12, 2 to 7 p.m. The Downtown Lafayette Business Owners Association turns Main Street into a winter market with local artisans, holiday makers, boutiques and seasonal treats. It is a great way to shop local for gifts.
Holiday Pops with the Lafayette Symphony
Saturday, December 12, 7:30 p.m. The Lafayette Symphony Orchestra presents Holiday Pops: Mistletoe and Magic at the Long Center for the Performing Arts, 111 N. 6th St.
Lafayette Living Nativity
December 11 to 13 and 18 to 20, 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Faith Church, 5526 State Road 26 East, presents 15 life-size scenes with a large volunteer cast. You can drive through or walk through, and it is free.
Santa in Battle Ground
- Breakfast with Santa, Saturday, December 12: The Farm at Prophetstown hosts two seatings, 9 to 10:30 a.m. and 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., in the Gibson Farmhouse. $30 for adults, $15 for kids 4 to 12, and free for 3 and under. Park admission is not included.
- Howliday Howl Night, Saturday, December 12, 6 to 8 p.m.: Visit with Santa under the lights at Wolf Park, then join the Howl Night program at 7. $20 for adults, $17 for ages 6 to 12, younger kids free.
- Christmas on The Farm, Saturday, December 19, 5:30 to 7:30 p.m.: 1920s-style holiday traditions, hot chocolate and cookies at The Farm at Prophetstown. Free with park admission.
Skate with Santa in West Lafayette
Sunday, December 13, 9 to 11 a.m. Riverside Skating Center, 100 Tapawingo Drive, serves donuts and hot chocolate while you skate with Santa. $15 per person.
Worth the short drive: Christmas at the Canal
Saturday, December 5, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. The Wabash and Erie Canal Interpretive Center in nearby Delphi hosts a handcrafted gift bazaar, photos with Santa in its pioneer village, live music and canal museum visits. Confirm details with the canal center before you go.
A few holiday safety tips from your local agents
- On parade night, lock your car and keep gifts and shopping bags out of sight.
- Bring packages inside quickly, or have them held or delivered somewhere secure.
- Water your tree every day, and keep it and any candles well away from heat sources.
- Traveling for the holidays? Have someone check on your house, and set the thermostat no lower than the mid-50s so pipes do not freeze.
For more ideas, see our winter home checklist. If you want a quick review of your home or auto insurance before the new year, call or text us at 765-474-2300. Happy holidays from all of us at Lafayette Insurance!
Event details are from Visit Lafayette-West Lafayette’s 2026 holiday event listings and the organizers’ event pages.