The IN List 2025: Dec 22 - Dec 28
The IN List is a free weekly newsletter that shares the top events going on this week in South Bend, Mishawaka, Granger, Elkhart, Middlebury, and Goshen.
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These events are all accurate at the time of posting, but be sure to call ahead or check vendor websites/socials before heading out.
Monday, December 22
South Bend Library Events: 304 S Main St, South Bend, IN..
Weather Hunters: 2:00pm-3:00pm. Ages 6-11 .Enjoy a screening of WEATHER HUNTERS and conduct weather-related experiments and a craft.
Elkhart Library Events: 300 S 2nd St, Elkhart, IN
Make it and Take it: All Day. Come by the downtown library throughout winter break for a new craft each day.
Winter Break Boredom Busters: All Day. All Ages. Come into Cleveland Branch throughout winter break for a new daily activity during open hours.
Winter Break Children's Craft: All Day. All Ages. The Elf on the Shelf left a seasonal craft to make over winter break. Osolo Branch.
Monday Movie Marathon: 10:00am. All Ages. Starting at 10am, enjoy these films, Elf, Disney’s A Christmas Carol, The Grinch, The Best Christmas Pageant Ever. Pierre Moran Branch.
Fun Family Movie: 4:00pm-6:00pm. All Ages. Enjoy free popcorn while watching Bad Guys 2. Downtown.
Mishawaka Penn Harris Library Events: 209 Lincolnway E, Mishawaka, IN.
Deck The Halls Walk-In Craft: 9:00am-7:00pm. All Ages. Tis the season for festive crafts! Visit the Youth Services desk to choose your craft. Downtown, Bittersweet, and Harris Locations.
Goshen Library Events: 601 S 5th Street, Goshen, IN
Jane Austen's 250th Birthday: 5:30pm-7:30pm. Come celebrate with us! Enjoy the 2005 film adaptation of Jane Austen’s “Pride & Prejudice,” along with complimentary snacks and tea.
Home for the Holidays at Fid's. 6:00pm-7:00pm. Live Music by Anna ps. Upland Brewing Co will be on site.
Tuesday, December 23
South Bend Library Events: 304 S Main St, South Bend, IN..
Storyhouse Winter Film Festival: 4:00pm-6:00pm. All Ages. How to Train You Dragon movie.
Elkhart Library Events: 300 S 2nd St, Elkhart, IN
Make it and Take it: All Day. Come by the downtown library throughout winter break for a new craft each day.
Winter Break Boredom Busters: All Day. All Ages. Come into Cleveland Branch throughout winter break for a new daily activity during open hours.
Winter Break Children's Craft: All Day. All Ages. The Elf on the Shelf left a seasonal craft to make over winter break. Osolo Branch.
Teen Movie: 2:00pm-5:00pm. Enjoy free popcorn and The Nightmare Before Christmas Movie. Downtown.
Wednesday, December 24
Christmas Eve Mimosas with Miss Meg: 10:00am-1:00pm. Treasureology. Granger. Come join Miss Meg for complimentary mango mimosas, good cheer and last minute stocking stuffer shopping.
South Bend Farmers Market. 8:00am - 2:00pm.
Thursday, December 25
Merry Christmas!
Friday, December 26
South Bend Library Events : 304 S Main St, South Bend, IN.
Storyhouse Winter Film Festival: 4:00pm-6:00pm. All Ages. Dog Man movie.
Elkhart Library Events: 300 S 2nd St, Elkhart, IN
Make it and Take it: All Day. Come by the downtown library throughout winter break for a new craft each day.
Winter Break Boredom Busters: All Day. All Ages. Come into Cleveland Branch throughout winter break for a new daily activity during open hours.
Winter Break Children's Craft: All Day. All Ages. The Elf on the Shelf left a seasonal craft to make over winter break. Osolo Branch.
New Year Celebration 6:00pm. Board & Brush Mishawaka. Come celebrate the start of a new year! Complimentary wine slushies for those 21 and up. Click to Register.
Happy Hour at The Hunny Pot. 3:00pm-5:00pm. The Honey Pot Studio. Elkhart. Looking for the perfect Friday afternoon pick-me-up? Grab your friends and join us for Happy Hour every Friday from 3–5pm.
Saturday, December 27
South Bend Library Events : 304 S Main St, South Bend, IN.
Countdown to Noon: 11:30am-12:30am. 3...2...1... Happy New Year! Bring your child to celebrate and experience a Countdown to Noon. Recommended for ages 3-8
Elkhart Library Events: 300 S 2nd St, Elkhart, IN
Make it and Take it: All Day. Come by the downtown library throughout winter break for a new craft each day.
Winter Break Boredom Busters: All Day. All Ages. Come into Cleveland Branch throughout winter break for a new daily activity during open hours.
Winter Break Children's Craft: All Day. All Ages. The Elf on the Shelf left a seasonal craft to make over winter break. Osolo Branch.
Dash Away 5K 6:00pm. Elkhart County Fair Grounds. Participants run a route illuminated throughout the fairgrounds with sparkling lights and theme decorations. Click to Register.
Sunday, December 28
Brunch, Bingo and Bubbly 11:00am-3:00pm. Ironhand Vineyard. South Bend. Doors open at 10am. Come grab a seat. Bingo starts at 11 and is $1. Registration fills up fast.