Pulaski County celebrates the upcoming holiday season

Once again, Pulaski County plans to host multiple holiday events over the next several weeks. The events offer diverse opportunities for residents to embrace the holiday spirit and celebrate Christmas, Hanukkah, the New Year, and more.

“We have a lot planned this year, and we are excited to celebrate!” Nathan Origer, executive director of the Pulaski County Community Development Commission, said. “We have so many local businesses and community members that we partner with this time of year that help to make the season extra special.”

This Saturday, November 14 from 2:30 p.m. to 5:30 p.m., Pulaski County will host the Uptown Project Outdoor Holiday Market in downtown Francesville. The event includes an array of vendors, caroling, a visit from Santa, food trucks, carriage rides, tree lighting, and lots of activities for children.

Those interested in becoming a vendor can register here. The event’s Facebook page lists additional information here.

That same weekend, a Hometown Holiday Celebration will take place at Meadow Springs in Francesville from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. The event will include opportunities to make your own arts and crafts, vendors, live music, a farm-animal petting zoo, plenty of seasonal photo opportunities, and more. 

Additional information can be found here or by reaching out via email to pulaskicountytribe@gmail.com.

The Pulaski Christmas Lights begin on Thanksgiving and run through New Year’s Day in the unincorporated village of Pulaski located a few miles southwest of Winamac along the Tippecanoe River. Each evening from 5:30 p.m until midnight, attendees can walk or drive the route and view six blocks of Christmas light display. Admittance is free.

“After admiring the displays, many adults will also enjoy a stop at Bill & Babe’s, a popular local tavern overlooking the river,” Origer said.

The Pulaski Christmas Lights also incorporates other activities and smaller events throughout its 37-day duration. For the most up-to-date information click here or email pulaskifestamill@yahoo.com.

The Pulaski County Chamber of Commerce Winter Wonderland kick-off event is scheduled for Friday, December 4 at 7 p.m. in downtown Winamac. The event includes a parade with electric lights and  Christmas-themed floats. The following day from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m., the Chamber of Commerce will also host the Winter Wonderland Christmas Market at the Eastern Pulaski Elementary School gymnasium.

“Like our other event, the market will include lots of vendors,” Origer said. “It’s a great opportunity to pick up some gifts for family and friends!”

The Chamber of Commerce’s Facebook page detailing this and other information can be found here. Those interested can also email pulaskiwinterwonderland@yahoo.com.

“We can’t wait to see and visit with our local community members and we hope they bring family, friends, and others from outside the county so they can experience the holiday cheer with us!” Origer said.

To stay up to date on everything happening in Pulaski County, visit pulaskionline.org.