Special Events
Birthday Weekend Celebration
Celebrate the birthday of Jimmy Stewart with a special visit to the Jimmy Stewart Museum! It’s a wonderful way to honor his life and legacy ahead of his birthday while exploring his incredible story. Stop by and enjoy special birthday cookies while supplies last—it’s the perfect way to make your visit even sweeter!
Friday, May 15: 10 AM – 4 PM
Saturday, May 16: 10 AM – 4 PM
Sunday, May 17: 12 PM – 4 PM
It’s a Wonderful Life at The Jimmy Stewart Museum
Celebrate the 80th Anniversary of It’s a Wonderful Life with a stop at The Jimmy Stewart Museum! Stop by the Museum Friday, 11/20/26 through Sunday 11/22/26 for special It’s a Wonderful Life happenings! (More details coming soon about that weekend.)
Then, throughout the rest of the holiday season, the Jimmy Stewart Museum will have special holiday exhibits and films, including:
- It’s a Wonderful Life exhibit
- Festive display of themed Christmas trees
- Photo opportunities— lassoing the moon or earning your wings
- “The Shop Around the Corner” Gift Shop offering unique gifts
- Screenings in the theater, including The Trail to Christmas*, The Making of It’s a Wonderful Life*, and daily It’s a Wonderful Life matinees (*Shown Monday – Saturday only)
It’s a Wonderful Life Festival in Downtown Indiana
Downtown Indiana is transformed into its very own version of Bedford Falls, complete with a 30’+ LIVE Christmas tree that takes center stage in IRMC Park. Kick the holidays off with the tree lighting on November 20, 2026, followed by a Holiday Parade. Then, the following five festival Saturdays each feature a festive holiday theme. Learn more about the It’s a Wonderful Life Festival.
11/20/26: It’s a Wonderful Life Christmas Tree Lighting & Holiday Parade
11/21/26: It’s a Wonderful Life Festival – Hometown Holiday
11/28/26: It’s a Wonderful Life Festival – Small Business Saturday
12/5/26: It’s a Wonderful Life Festival – Sounds of the Season
12/12/26: It’s a Wonderful Life Festival – Cookies & Cheer
Featuring: Cookie Tour (12 PM – 3 PM) and Blitzen’s Holiday Trivia Tour (6 PM – 9 PM)
12/19/26: It’s a Wonderful Life Festival – Holiday Scramble