Christmas in Wayne
Join us in Wayne on November 20-22, 2025 for our annual holiday kickoff event. This year's theme is SONGS OF THE SEASON, and we're bringing Christmas carols to life!
christmas in wayne
Christmas in Wayne is an annual event to put Wayne America in the holiday spirit. Each year, Christmas arrives the Thursday before Thanksgiving to kick off the holiday shopping season and Wayne America's annual Punch Card Promotion. Businesses stay open late, retailers begin their blitz of holiday deals, and carolers spread Christmas cheer. The evening is punctuated by a Parade of Lights along Main Street featuring festive floats from area businesses and organizations. Festive activities continue throughout the weekend and vary from year to year so check out our detailed schedule below!
Thursday, November 20
Parade of Lights: Our Parade of Lights is at 6:30pm and begins at 1st and Main Street. Entries will drive north on Main Street. Email our office to sign up for a tree space! Spots are limited.
Santa: Visit Santa for photos and Christmas list desires following the parade until 8:00pm!
Rotary Soup Supper: The Wayne Rotary Club will be hosting a soup supper from 4:30pm-7:00pm in the Wayne City Auditorium.
Eagles Club Soup Supper: The Wayne Eagles Club will be hosting a soup supper from 5:30pm-8:00pm at their Club (119 Main Street).
Festival of Trees: Participating businesses will decorate a tree and the public will vote for their favorites! Happening November 20 - November 22 in the Wayne City Auditorium. Viewing hours for November 20 are 4:00pm-8:00pm.
Holiday Punch Card: Our Holiday Punch Card starts on Thursday, November 20 and ends on Friday, December 19th. Participating businesses will be released in early November.
Window Decorating Contest: Songs of the Season is our 2025 theme. Pick a Christmas Carol and bring it to life! All windows must be decorated by 8:00am on Thursday, November 20. Judging will commence that morning and the winners will be announced at Chamber Coffee on Friday, November 21.
Friday, November 21
Ugly Sweater Trivia: Join us for a 21+ Trivia Night in the Wayne City Auditorium at 6:00pm! Details and Registration Info coming soon.
Festival of Trees: Participating businesses will decorate a tree and the public will vote for their favorites! Happening November 20 - November 22 in the Wayne City Auditorium. Viewing hours for November 21 are 10:00am-6:00pm.
Saturday, November 22
Festival of Trees: Participating businesses will decorate a tree and the public will vote for their favorites! Happening November 20 - November 22 in the Wayne City Auditorium. Viewing hours for November 22 are 9:00am-4:00pm.