Ride the rails this holiday season at The Santa Express

Experience a holiday adventure on the rails with Santa Express at Boone & Scenic Valley Railroad! Take an hour and a half trip from Boone to the North Pole and back from Dec. 12-14. Along the way, the train crosses the impressive 156-foot-tall Bass Point Creek High Bridge. During the trip, Santa passes through the train to greet children and hand out a special gift.

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December 11-13, 2025

Winter Wonderscape at Reiman Gardens

Featuring more than 200,000 dazzling lights throughout 17 acres of outdoor gardens, this walk-through light show includes popular favorites, as well as fun new surprises. Experience captivating tunnels that surround you with color, massive laser-lit disco balls, dynamic light strands dancing across a frozen lake, and so much more.

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December 13, 2025

Ames Main Street Holiday Farmers' Market

Celebrate the holiday season at the Ames Main Street Farmers’ Market! Mark your calendars for Dec. 13 from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., and enjoy a festive shopping experience! Discover incredible gifts, decor, treats, and more, all handcrafted by local artists and producers!

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December 13-14, 2025

The 44th Annual Nutcracker Ballet

Don't miss the annual performance of the Nutcracker Ballet at Stephens Auditorium this weekend Dec. 13-14. This production puts area youth and adults on stage alongside world-class performers resulting in a spectacular holiday celebration that features stunning production values!

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