It’s officially the holiday season in Downtown Evansville! Holiday décor installations for 2025 are complete. Since 2018, the Downtown Evansville Improvement District (DEID) has activated and decorated key pedestrian corridors of Downtown for the holidays. To maximize the impact of the décor, the main decorations are installed in November and remain in place through the New Year. Decorations are funded by property owners within the DEID. Photos of the holiday décor are available at this link: https://photos.app.goo.gl/NFhLZ3ckUh5oV3o38
Holiday Décor Details:
- New for 2025: Holiday Row (Riverside Drive) *sponsorship opportunities available for $250
- Honor a family member, friend, pet, celebration, or business by sponsoring a tree on Riverside Drive. Contact laura@downtownevansville.com to participate.
- Tunnel of Light (One Main St, lawn of Old National Bank)
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New for 2025: Spool of Lights (123 Main St, ONB Hub)
- Chandelier Tree (130 Main St, F.C. Tucker Emge)
- 12 ft. Nutcrackers and Lighted Archway (200 Block of Main)
- 10 ft. Christmas Tree (200 Block of Main)
- Santa’s Mailbox Presented by Edward Jones-Financial Advisors: Jessica Engel, Steve Harding, Janet Schultheis, and Jenni Vaughn (200 Block of Main)
- Letters can be dropped off in Santa’s mailbox until December 15 to ensure a response from Santa and his elves. Stationary is available to print online or at 3 stationary locations – River City Coffee + Goods, River Kitty Cat Café, and Memo. A stamp is not required.
- Decorated Fountain (300 Block of Main)
- Heart of DTEVV (400 Block of Main)
- 12 ft. Snowflake (500 Block of Main)
- Holiday Banners and Window Paintings (along Main Street and Fourth Street)
“Holiday decorations help us in our ongoing work to create a more vibrant Downton destination and result in increased activity that benefits property owners. We’re excited to see everyone create holiday memories with our décor. Tag us in your photos—we love seeing our décor featured on your annual Christmas cards and family portraits,” said Adam Trinkel, executive director, DEID.
The holiday décor installation precedes a lineup of holiday events, including Small Business Saturday on November 29 and A Downtown Christmas Presented by Engelbrecht Enterprises on Saturday, December 6.
- Small Business Saturday: Saturday, November 29 (hours vary per location)
- Downtown stores and restaurants will be open and offering holiday gifts and specials throughout the day. The event will feature free Shop Small bags (while quantities last), hot chocolate, 15+ local makers, and a Shop Small Passport with chances to win Downtown Evansville e-Gift Cards
- A Downtown Christmas Presented by Engelbrecht Enterprises: Saturday, December 6 from 11 AM – 3 PM on Main Street (2nd – 6th Street)
- The event will feature free holiday themed activities, including live reindeer encounters, pony rides, trackless train, and more.
