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St. Agnes Christmas and Craft Bazaar
Nov. 6 & 7 | St. Agnes Catholic Church Fri. 9:00-5:00; Sat. 9:00-4:30 1008 McLary Road, Nashville Christmas ornaments / decor, gifts, figurines, collectibles, artisan goods, sewn products, puzzles, wreaths.
VW Bus Invasion
Nov. 6-8 | Bill Monroe Music Park & Campground. VW buses from all over the county gather. Camping held in the“ Woods” section. 5163 North State Road 135( in Bean Blossom) 812-988-6422 https:// billmonroemusicpark. com /
Annual Chocolate Walk
Nov. 14 | Downtown Nashville 10:00-5:00 Annual fundraiser for the Brown Co. Humane Society THIS YEAR’ S EVENT SOLD OUT
11th Hilly Half Marathon
Nov. 21, 9:00 am-2:00 pm Brown Co. State Park Half Marathon 5K | 10K Fundraiser for Brown Co. YMCA Half Marathon scenic route starts and finishes at Saddle Barn / Lower Shelter house winding, up hills, past the fire tower, vistas, and then a fast 2 mile downhill finish. Kim Robinson 812-988-9622 https:// raceroster. com / events / 2026 / 112449 / 2026-hilly-half
Tree Lighting Ceremony
Nov. 27, Starting at 5:00 lighting at 6:00 Brown Co. History Center Music, homemade cookies, hot chocolate, and tea. Mr. and Mrs. Santa Claus. 90 E Gould St, Nashville
The Seasons Holiday Art & Craft Show
Nov. 27 & 28, Seasons Event Center Fri. 10:00-5:00, Sat. 10:00-4:00 Juried show featuring arts and crafts made by area artisans. Celebrating 41 Years.
Santa Visits
Brown Co. History Center 90 E Gould St, Nashville Nov. 28, Dec. 5, 11 | Noon to 4:00
Santa Train
Dec. 4, Santa arrives in Helmsburg by train on the Indiana Railroad around 8:00. Board the train and visit with Santa and Mrs. Claus. Christmas and cartoon characters. Helmsburg Road in Helmsburg near the fire station and general store.
49th Children’ s Fund Benefit Auction
Dec. 4, Brown County Inn, 6:00 Proceeds provide clothing for Brown Co. children in need. Donated art, crafts, antiques, merchant items, gift certificates, and food. Merchandise can be dropped off at Out of the Ordinary, or call 812-320- 2601 for pickup. Cash donations can be made at PNC Bank in Nashville.
Winter Wonderland
Dec. 4, 5, 11, 12 | 6:00-8:00 Jackson Twp Fire Dept. A walk thru bright lights, Christmas music, and characters. Santa on hand for pictures. 4831 Helmsburg Road in Helmsburg. Donations welcomed.
6th Christkindl Market
Dec. 4, 5, 6 | Coachlight Square Fri. 3:00-6:00 | Sat. 10:00 am – 6:00 Sun. 10:00 am – 4:00 Vendors selling arts, crafts, and food. Santa visits and childrens activities. Live entertainment. browncountychristkindlmarket. com
Stuff a Stocking Event
Dec. 5 | Downtown Nashville | 11:00-5:00 Children receive a stocking and collect treats from Nashville merchants. Presented by Brown Co. Community Foundation. Event sells out fast. Tickets Advance $ 30, day of show $ 35 209 N. Van Buren St. Nashville BCCF lower level office browncountygives. org 812-988-4882
Christmas Light Parade and Toy Drive
Dec. 5 | Downtown Nashville | 6:30 Bring new, unwrapped toy donations to The Salvation Army Toy Shoppe to brighten the lives of children. Spectators view lighted floats, vehicles, and people as they make their way through the streets of the village.
Uplands Winter Wine Market
Dec. 5 | Brown Co. Art Gallery | 12:00-5:00 Art, wine tasting, holiday shopping, and local artisans. Corner of Main St. & Artist Dr. 812-988-4609
25th Reindeer Romp
Dec. 5, starts 1:00 | 8K run / 5K run / walk Brought to you by Brown Co. YMCA Race Day Dec. 5, 11:00-12:45 Brown Co. State Park Nature Center
Steele’ s Country Christmas
Dec. 6, Noon-4:00 | T. C. Steele State Historic Site. Open house, decorated for the holiday season. Live music, holiday crafts, cookies, and cider. 4220 T. C. Steele Rd. 812-988-2785 https:// www. indianamuseum. org / event / steeles-country-christmas /
Sleepy Cat Studio Holiday Open House
Dec. 12, 11:00am-3:00 Featuring four local artists works 4687 Yellowwood Road, Nashville
40 Our Brown County • Nov./ Dec. 2026