Christmas in Wayne
Join us in Wayne on November 19-21, 2026 for our annual holiday kickoff event. This year's theme is GINGERBREAD JUBILEE, 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 19 - December 17
Holiday Punch Card
- The Punch Card promotion runs from November 19 through December 17.
- 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 19, November 27-28, and EVERY Wednesday and Saturday
- Drawings:Â (2) $50 Chamber Bucks winners on December 4 and 11; (2) $200 Chamber Bucks winners on December 18
- Participating Businesses: Ace Hardware & Home, Advanced Mobile IV, AquaPop, Bloom & Grace, Bomgaars, Carhart Lumber, DQ Grill & Chill, Evolving Eyecare, Face Time Aesthetics, Grossenburg, HIS Baking Co., I Wet My Plants, Johnnie Byrd Brewing, LOVA Wellness, Nana’s This & That, Pac N Save Quality Foods, Refind & Refresh, Serenity School of Massage, Silver Silo Design, Sweet Heat Sauna Studio, Sweet Peppers, The 4th Jug, The Jug Store, The Table Coffeehouse, Thrift Warehouse, Wayne Greenhouse, Wild Moon, Wildcat Lanes, Witt’s Jewelry
Thursday, November 19
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 6:30pm in the alley by 210 Main Street.
- Elkhorn Valley Bank will be serving hot roasted peanuts!
Santa
- Visit Santa for photos and Christmas list desires following the parade, from 6:45pm-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).
Festival of Trees
- Participating businesses will decorate a tree and the public will vote for their favorites! Happening November 19 - November 21 in the Wayne City Auditorium.
- Viewing hours for November 19 are 4:00pm-8:00pm. Email our office to sign up for a tree space, as spots are limited!
Window Decorating Contest
- Gingerbread Jubilee is our 2026 theme. Recreate Wayne in a gingerbread style or create a fantasy land!
- All windows must be decorated by 8:00am on Thursday, November 19. Judging will commence that morning and the winners will be announced at Chamber Coffee on Friday, November 20.
Friday, November 20
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 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 Good 'Nuff Bar!
- Register Your Team (4–6 people) by filling out this survey: https://s.surveyplanet.com/bet76l19
- Ugly sweaters are encouraged!
Saturday, November 21
Yoga Among the Trees
- Instructed by Morgan Woodward
- 9:00 - 10:00AM
- Free to the Public
- Bring your own mat!
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 9:00am-4:00pm.