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!
holiday punch card promo: November 20 - December 18
Holiday Punch Card
- The Punch Card promotion runs from November 20 through December 18.
- How It Works:Â Get $200 worth of punches at participating businesses, and submit completed cards at any of the locations or our office.
- Double Punch Days: November 20, November 28-29, and EVERY Wednesday and Saturday
- Drawings:Â (2) $50 Chamber Bucks winners on December 5 and 12; (2) $200 Chamber Bucks winners on December 19
- Participating Businesses:Â Ace Hardware, Aquapop, Blends & Boards, Bloom & Grace, Bomgaars, DQ Grill & Chill, Evolving Eyecare, Face Time Aesthetics, Grossenburg, HIS Baking Co., I Wet My Plants, Johnnie Byrd, Nana's This & That, Pac N Save, Pearl Street Steakhouse, Quality Foods, Refind & Refresh, Serenity School of Massage, Silver Silo Design, Sweet Peppers, The 4th Jug, The Jug Store, Thrift Warehouse, Wayne EyeCare, Wildcat Lanes, Wild Moon, Witt's Jewelry
Thursday, November 20
Parade of Lights
- Our Parade of Lights is at 6:30pm and begins at 6th and Main Street. Entries will drive south on Main Street.
- Interested in participating as an entry? No registration is required and entries are accepted night-of. Parade line up begins at 6:00pm at the corner of 6th and Pearl Streets.
Community Caroling
- Join Kaki Ley and fellow community members as they sing classic Christmas carols throughout downtown! Caroling will begin at 6:00pm in the alley by 210 Main Street (Refind & Refresh).
- Elkhorn Valley Bank will be serving hot roasted peanuts!
Santa
- Visit Santa for photos and Christmas list desires following the parade, from 6:30pm-8:00pm at The Coop Event Space (121 N Pearl St.)
Rotary Soup Supper
- The Wayne Rotary Club will be hosting a soup supper from 5:00pm-7:30pm in the Wayne City Auditorium. Live music will be provided, along with to-go options for soup and dessert.
Eagles Club Soup Supper
- The Wayne Eagles Club will be hosting a soup supper from 5:00pm-7:30pm at their Club (119 Main Street).
Retail Specials/Events
- 9:00am-7:00pm
- IKT will have discounts, treats, festive drinks, and more all day!
- 5:00pm-7:00pm
- Hair Envy will be hosting an Open House with deals and giveaways with a special guest!
- 5:00pm-7:00pm
- The Wild Nettle will have live acoustic music in-store, peppermint cocoa, and a paper snowflake craft.
- 5:00pm-7:30pm
- I Wet My Plants will be serving apple nachos and hosting a Charm Bar by Swan's.
- 5:00pm-8:00pm
- Boutique Black Label is hosting a pop-up shop at 214 Main Street complete with a Kids Workshop! Build your own gingerbread houses and color holiday-themed pictures.
- The Recycled Read (306 Pearl Street, old City Hall) will be hosting a pop-up sale.
- 6:00pm-8:00pm
- Viaero Wireless will be providing hot cocoa and a decorate your own sugar cookie station!
- The Max Bar & Grill will be offering cocoa, spiked cider, and peppermint shot skis.
- Sweet Peppers Bakery and Silver Silo Design will be hosting a Designs and Delights Event, complete with Guest Vendors (Cactus Cookie Co. and Hannah's Homebrew), and a FREE Cookie Decorating Station for kids 10 & under while supplies last!
- 6:00pm-10:00pm
- Witt's Jewelry is hosting a Wine and Wishlist Evening from 6:00pm-10:00pm. Complimentary appetizers and a bar will be provided by Good 'Nuff!
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. Email our office to sign up for a tree space, as spots are limited!
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
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.
Holiday Trivia Night
- Join Us for Holiday Trivia Night presented by the Wayne Public Library & Wayne America Inc.!
- Time: 7:00 p.m.
- Location: Wayne City Auditorium
- Cash Bar Provided by the Eagles Club!
- Register Your Team (4–6 people) by calling 402-375-2240 or email info@wayneamerica.org
- Ugly sweaters are encouraged
Bring your cheer, your smarts, and your team spirit — it’s going to be a holly jolly good time!
Saturday, November 22
Art Among The Trees
- Create art surrounded by the Festival of Trees with Moments Portrait Boutique in the Wayne City Auditorium!
- Classes:
- 9:00am-11:00am | Paint Your Own Pottery (Walk-ins Welcome)
- 11:00am-1:00pm | Watercolor Christmas Cards (RSVP only)
- 1:00pm-3:00pm | Winter Tree Painting on Canvas (RSVP only)
- To reserve your seat, call 402-375-2363
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.
Recycled Read Pop-Up Sale
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Brought to you by the Wayne Public Library!
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Stop in and browse our selection of gently used books — perfect for holiday reading or gift-giving!
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Location: Old City Hall – 306 Pearl St. in Wayne
- Time: 9:00am-1:00pm
