Zionsville ... An enchanting Main Street paved with bricks, lined with shops, galleries and restaurants and decked out in holiday splendor. Not to be missed … the Carter Toy Museum.
Cost: Free
Time: 2-3 hours
Contact: Debbie Cranfill at 317-873-3836  

The Sanctuary, The Art of N.A. Noel ... Browse the gallery and purchase original paintings, limited- and open-edition prints, works on canvas and books featuring angel, Amish, African, floral, animal and whimsical images. Lunch with some of Nancy’s own recipes is available in the Curator’s Café in the gallery.
Cost: Tour, free; $20, lunch. Curator's Café is open Tues.-Sat., 11 a.m. - 2 p.m.
Time: 1 hour
Contact: Jane Jimison at 800-444-6635 or 317-733-1117  

Shopping: Edinburgh Premium Outlets ... Find impressive holiday savings at 85 stores, including Adidas, Anne Klein, Banana Republic, Calvin Klein, Coach, Gap Outlet, Gymboree, J.Crew, Jones New York, Liz Claiborne, Nautica, Nike, Polo Ralph Lauren, Timberland, Tommy Hilfiger, VF Outlet and more.
Cost: Free
Time: 1-2 hours
Contact: Paula Hartwell at 812-526-9765  

Dinner at Boggstown Cabaret .... Food and fun at their finest; life is a small-town cabaret.
Cost: $32.95, lunch; $42.95, dinner (for groups of 20+). Includes dinner, gourmet dessert, show, tax & gratuity.
Time: 3 ½ hours
Contact: Brad Zumwalt at 800-820-1313

Tour and lunch at the Gaither Family Resources Complex ... Visit the home of the first family of Indiana gospel music, Bill and Gloria Gaither, in Alexandria, Ind. Browse through 17 beautifully decorated "life centers." Find unique gifts, original artwork, home décor items and a wonderful selection of books. During the holiday season they have a number of special events including a live nativity.
Cost: Tour, free; Lunch cost varies
Time: 2 ½ hours
Contact: Eric Scott at 765-724-8254 

President Benjamin Harrison Home ... Guides lead tours of the 1875 Italianate Victorian home of our 23rd U.S. President. This three-level historic landmark contains many of Harrison’s paintings, furniture and decorative arts including unique political memorabilia
Cost: $6, adults; $2.50, children
Time: 1 hour
Contact: David Pleiss at 317-631-1888  

Morris-Butler House ... Tour all three floors of the 1865 landmark, lavishly decorated for the holidays, and learn about Victorian Christmas traditions both familiar and unfamiliar. On designated days, the tour ends with old-fashioned flavored tea, raisin-cinnamon scones, cucumber sandwiches, spice cookies, gingerbread and the making of a special holiday craft. Reservations required.
Cost: $4/person for groups of 20+; $25/person for groups of 20+ for Victorian Tea
Time: 1 hour
Contact: Shannon Borbely at 317-636-5409  

Garfield Park Conservatory & Sunken Gardens ... The Conservatory features special exhibits throughout the year, including its most famous Holiday Poinsettia Show. Guided tours and environmental education field trips are also available!
Cost: $3, adults; $2, seniors 55+; additional fee for guided tour
Time: 45 minutes – 1 hour (add additional time for shopping)
Contact: Education Department at 317-327-7580  

Dinner at The Iron Skillet ... Old-fashioned, home-style cooking with delicious fried chicken as the specialty of the house.
Cost: $15-$18
Time: 1 ½ - 2 hours
Contact: Ronald Torr at 317-923-6353  

Yuletide Celebration at Hilbert Circle Theatre ... An Indianapolis tradition like no other. Celebrate the season with the Indianapolis Symphony Orchestra as Principal Pops Conductor Jack Everly leads the Orchestra through classic carols and family favorites. Enjoy show-stopping song and dance numbers, thrilling orchestral arrangements and a visit from the "Dancing Santas."
Cost: Discounts available for groups of 20+
Time: 2 hrs
Contact: Jeff Johnson at 317-231-6788

Beef & Boards Dinner Theatre ... Get in the holiday spirit with "A Beef & Boards Christmas." This spirited and colorful look at Christmas features the best-loved songs of the holiday season. Enjoy an excellent buffet in an intimate setting.
Cost: $26-$51
Time: 3 hours
Contact: Mayla Alexander at 317-876-0503  

Indianapolis Civic Theater … The state’s largest professionally managed community theatre, founded in 1915, provides quality live theatrical entertainment featuring both large-scale musicals and popular plays. Enjoy a fantastic holiday production of the musical classic The Wizard of Oz and meet the cast after the show!
Cost: $29 - $31 for show only (ask about dinner options!)
Time: 2 hours
Contact: Holly Stults at 317-924-6770, ext. 217