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Thursday, November 6, 2025
Jingle and mingle at participating Chamber businesses during this festive shopping experience. Enjoy treats and beverages, and be on the lookout for special guests spreading holiday cheer (and Chamber Bucks) throughout the event!Friday, November 28, 2025 - Monday, December 1, 2025
Find laminated turkeys hidden throughout Swan Lake!Friday, November 28, 2025
Join us as Santa and Mrs. Claus arrive on a firetruck at the Carroll Depot for the annual lighting of Christmas lights.Friday, November 28, 2025 - Wednesday, December 31, 2025
Annually, the Schrad family farm is ablaze with dancing trees, a ten-foot tall ferris wheel, and dozens of other interactive light displays timed to the music on 98.1 FM. Tens of thousands of lights will dazzle during the thirty-minute light show. Their home is located four miles west of Carroll on Highway 30, one mile north on Hawthorne Ave, and 0.25 miles west on 180th St.Friday, November 28, 2025
Celebrate Christmas in style with our small-town celebration on November 28th. There will be food, kids' activities, a lighted parade, shopping, and, most importantly, Santa will be here to visit with the kids!
Schedule of Activities on Main Street:
5:45 pm Community Band on Accura Porch
6:00 pm Lighted Parade down Main Street
Following the Parade:
Santa at The Market Place
Horse Drawn Carriage Rides
Marshmallow Roasting
Hot Apple Cider
Hay Rack Rides
Cookie Decorating
Other Crafts/Activities
Saturday, November 29, 2025
There are not many things more charming than a horse-drawn carriage ride to bring on the holiday cheer. Join us for a cozy walk with Toni and her beautiful shires, from TAGA Shires. Carriage rides are free and the line will start at the Carroll Depot. Cozy up with provided blankets with your loved ones and say "mistletoe"! Shop local and dine local in support of Small Business Saturday while you are here. Saturday, November 29, 2025 - Thursday, December 25, 2025
Annually, the Friday night after Thanksgiving Swan Lake is set aglow. Christmas festivities take on a new splendor as lights and animation unite. Sightseers will be enthralled by the campground full of lighted scenes, all of which can be viewed from the comfort of your own vehicle. Free-will donations go directly to the Carroll County EMS Association.