The calendar is jam-packed and the celebrations kick off with Angola’s Christmas on the Square and end with the Christmas Eve morning walk at Pokagon State Park. In between, there’s a large variety of events geared to young and old alike.

We’re listing some of the highlights of the festive season below. (There’s so much to do, we couldn’t include it all!) For a more complete schedule of both holiday and non-holiday events in Steuben County, visit www.lakes101.org/events/

Steuben Arts Scene Holiday Pop-Up

Thursday-Saturday through Dec. 21, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.
101 W. Maumee St., Angola

The Gallery on the public square in Angola features 20 regional artists with more than 150 items including pottery, paintings, sculptures, wooden items, jewelry and glass artwork for the Holiday Pop-Up.

Steuben Arts Scene Holiday Art Experience

Angola Christmas on the Square

Friday, Nov. 29, noon to 9 p.m.
Downtown Angola

Angola’s downtown festivities include ice sculpture demonstrations between noon and 1 p.m. and 2 to 3 p.m. Eight sculptures will be displayed throughout the afternoon and into the evening. Hear the sounds of carolers as they bring festive cheer throughout the downtown between 2 and 3 p.m. as well as at the entrance to Sutton’s Deli between 5 and 6 p.m. Santa and Mrs. Claus make their holiday season debut at 6 p.m. Visit the public square to watch various artists paint downtown holiday scenes starting at noon. Various restaurants and shops will be offering special discounts throughout the day.

Drive Through Light Show

Nov. 29-Dec. 1; Dec. 6-8; Dec. 13-15; Dec. 20-22 and Dec. 27-28, 6 to 10 p.m.
Steuben County Park
100 LN 101B Crooked Lake, Angola

Drive through the Steuben County 4-H Park on Crooked Lake to see a variety of lighted displays. Free admission with donations accepted.

The Wishing Well Studio & Gifts Open House

Photo courtesy The Wishing Well Studio & Gifts

Old-Fashioned Horse-Drawn Christmas Parade

Breakfast with Santa

Powers Church Christmas Service

Christmas at The Wishing Well Studio & Gifts

Indiana Christmas Train

Dec. 6-8; Dec. 13-15 and Dec. 20-23
Pleasant Lake Depot
1469 W. Main St., Pleasant Lake
www.indianarailexperience.org

The Indiana Christmas Trains will depart Pleasant Lake for 90-minute rides with St. Nick on board Dec. 6-8; Dec. 13-15 and Dec. 20-23. Deluxe coach, first class, family packages, private suites and private cars for families and groups are available. This year, enjoy the Christmas cocktail car for groups of up to 28 guests and ornament class, where guests can create their own ornament during the trip. Upon your arrival at Santa’s Station in Pleasant Lake, sing along with carols and savor a warm drink from Travelin’ Tom’s Coffee. Tickets are selling fast, so book your holiday adventure today by first choosing the date, then the time of your trip.

Christmas at Camp

Fridays and Saturdays, Dec. 6-7; Dec. 13-14 and Dec. 20-21, 6-10 p.m.
Anthony Wayne Scout Reservation
2282 W. 500 S., Pleasant Lake
Free event and donations accepted

This new drive-through event features more than two miles of lighted displays. Enter the camp then enjoy the displays from the comfort of your vehicle. On Dec. 6 and 7, stop in for the craft bazaar. On Dec. 14 and 21, kids are invited to meet Santa, enjoy refreshments and play games.

Holiday Wagon Rides

Holiday Light Ride

Friday, Dec. 13, 5-7 p.m.
Meet at Monument Plaza at 5 p.m. to ride to the YMCA and back. Afterward, gather at Healthie’s for cookies, cocoa and prizes. Rumor has it the Grinch will be joining us again this year. Decorated bikes and Christmas attire are encouraged!

Christmas on the Farm

Dec. 13-14 and 20-21, 5 to 8 p.m.
Double H Farms
7100 S. State Road 1, Hamilton
$15 for adults and $10 for kids

Double H Farms is excited to welcome you to our annual Christmas at the Farm. This popular holiday event is designed to bring joy to families and friends with festive attractions and winter activities, all in the warmth of our climate-controlled barn. Enjoy petting zoo animals, sparkling holiday lights, Santa’s cozy corner, hot chocolate, delicious treats, and live music. Outside, enjoy sledding (weather permitting) and take a tractor ride on our classic John Deere. Due to popular demand, this event is limited to just four nights with small-group tickets available only by pre-purchase. No tickets will be sold at the door. http://bit.ly/3YT9EYD

Photo courtesy Double H Farms

15- Fort Wayne Philharmonic Holiday Pops Concert

Saturday, Dec. 14, 2-4 p.m.
T. Furth Center for Performing Arts
500 W. Maumee St., Angola
www.trine.edu/furth

Take a journey through the winter wonderlands and traditional Christmases of bygone days right up to the present, in an entertaining concert of traditional and contemporary favorites, featuring the Philharmonic and soloist Stephanie Carlson. Andrew Constantine, conductor.

16- Christmas Eve Morning Walk at Pokagon State Park

Tuesday, Dec. 24, 9 to 10:30 a.m.
Pokagon State Park, Angola
Gate admission: $7 per Indiana vehicle and $9 per out-of-state vehicle

Enjoy this one-of-a-kind Pokagon tradition! Bundle up and take a self-guided stroll through the wintry landscapes of Pokagon. The 2.5-mile walk will begin and end at the nature center. Along the trail, look for holiday-themed stations that will fill you with the Christmas spirit. This program is made possible by Friends of Pokagon.

SPEND THE HOLIDAYS IN STEUBEN COUNTY