# Christmas Events, Markets & Things to Do in Merrillan

- **Subtitle**: Celebrate Christmas 2026 in Merrillan with festive markets, holiday parties, Christmas dinners, family activities, Santa experiences, Christmas lights, live shows, brunches, concerts, and seasonal events. Discover the best things to do and book your tickets online.
- **Category**: Christmas
- **Display Name**: Christmas events
- **Type**: other

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## About

As Christmas draws near in the Merrillan in 2026, mark your calendars for a taste of festive enchantment! Beyond the traditional gatherings at home, exploring during this festive season can be enchanting. Whether planning a family trip or going solo, there's a sleigh-load of festive fairs, holiday craft shows, and Christmas services in the Merrillan waiting to be explored. Check out the best events and parties in Merrillan to make your Christmas unforgettable, and get ready for a season of joy and celebration!

## Christmas Events in Merrillan

- **Event Name**: LRTC Hiking Series Q4 - Hike 3
  - **Description**: Christmas Hike

Check back for details.
Questions - email hike leader Dolphin Riggs
dolphin@littlerivertradingco.com
  - **Date**: Sat Dec 12 2026 at 08:00 am (-06:00)
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  - **Venue**: TBD
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  - **Categories**: trips-adventures
- **Event Name**: Photos with Santa & Grinch - FREE Client Appreciation Event!
  - **Description**: Photos with Santa & Grinch!

Still locking in the location - TBD

FREE Photos with Santa & Grinch!

Hot Cocoa bar!
Face Painter!
Balloon Twister!
Games!
Prizes!

Come get your picture taken on Santa's lap with the Grinch!
  - **Date**: Sat Dec 12 2026 at 11:00 am – Sat Dec 12 2026 at 03:00 pm (-06:00)
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  - **Venue**: TBD
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- **Event Name**: Fill the Trolley
  - **Description**: Santa Claus is coming to town—and he needs your help! Join us for a magical evening as we come together to fill the trolley with gifts for children across Montgomery County.

We’re collecting new, unwrapped toys for ages 0–18, and every donation will help
  - **Date**: Sun Dec 06 2026 at 01:00 pm – Sun Dec 06 2026 at 07:00 pm (-06:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/merrillan/fill-the-trolley/200030673684037
  - **Venue**: TBD
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  - **Categories**: Nonprofit, Kids
- **Event Name**: BROKEN BOTTLE CHRISTMAS ACOUSTIC
  - **Description**: BROKEN BOTTLE CHRISTMAS WILL FEATURE ARTISTS FROM AROUND THE COUNTRY!!

STAY TUNED!!!
  - **Date**: Sat Dec 12 2026 at 04:00 pm – Sat Dec 12 2026 at 10:00 pm (-06:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/merrillan/broken-bottle-christmas-acoustic/200030694663311
  - **Venue**: TBD
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- **Event Name**: 2026 Ugly Sweater Leadership Social
  - **Description**: Join us at BLG with 240 leaders on December 4, 2026, at 12:00 PM (Atlantic Time) for an afternoon of connection, laughter, and holiday spirit.

Bring your boldest, most outrageous ugly sweater and enjoy a festive atmosphere where leaders come together to
  - **Date**: Fri Dec 04 2026 at 10:00 am (-06:00)
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  - **Venue**: TBD
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- **Event Name**: 2026 OVRMAFC Christmas Party
  - **Description**: Location TBD.
Doors open at 5pm
  - **Interested Audience**:
    - Count: 3
  - **Date**: Sun Dec 06 2026 at 04:00 pm – Sun Dec 06 2026 at 08:00 pm (-06:00)
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  - **Venue**: TBD
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  - **Categories**: parties, entertainment, christmas
- **Event Name**: Chicago Parrothead Club Monthly Phlocking
  - **Description**: Come join us for our Holiday Party and monthly phlocking
  - **Interested Audience**:
    - Count: 4
  - **Date**: Wed Dec 16 2026 at 06:00 pm (-06:00)
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  - **Venue**: TBD
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  - **Categories**: parties, entertainment, holiday

## Trending Events in Merrillan

- **Event Name**: La Vista Community Foundation's Salute to Veterans Dinner
  - **Description**: The Salute to Veterans Celebration is one of the largest Veterans Day dinner events in the La Vista and the whole Omaha metro area, proudly hosted by the La Vista Community Foundation. 

Held annually in November, this meaningful evening brings together o
  - **Venue**: TBD
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- **Event Name**: Fall Fest
  - **Description**: Mark your calendars for November 7th from 12PM–4PM for an unforgettable day of fall fun, all while supporting our rescue cats!

This family-friendly + pet-friendly event has something for everyone:
🎉 Kids Zone
🛍️ Local vendors & shopping
🍔 Delicious f
  - **Venue**: TBD
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- **Event Name**: Nightmare on House Arrest
  - **Description**: 🎃 Doug’s Birthday: Nightmare on House Arrest 🎃

I can’t go out, so we’re bringing the party to me! Come celebrate my birthday with good company, a Halloween twist, and some much-needed laughs. 👻🎂

🍕 Food and beverages will be available, but we’re making i
  - **Venue**: TBD
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- **Event Name**: Floating Sound Immersion
  - **Description**: Float. Listen. Let go.

Experience sound in an entirely new way as you relax on a flotation device in a warm indoor pool. The soothing tones of crystal-infused quartz bowls, Koshi chimes, a rain stick, and an ocean drum will surround you while the gentle
  - **Venue**: TBD
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- **Event Name**: October Support Local Cash Mob
  - **Description**: Join us for the October Support Local Cash Mob! 🛍️

Not sure what a cash mob is? It’s a fun, community-driven event where a group of people shows up at a locally owned business to shop, sip, and support our downtown economy all at the same time! Think of
  - **Venue**: TBD
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- **Event Name**: Hearthfire & Brushstrokes: A Cozy Hobbit-Inspired Retreat for Creativity and Healing
  - **Description**: Hearthfire & Brushstrokes
A Cozy Hobbit-Inspired Retreat for Creativity and Healing🌿✨ An Art Healing Retreat ✨🌿
Inspired by the simple joys of the Shire

🖌 All art materials included
🥖 Wholesome meals shared in community
🏡 Cozy lodging for deep rest f
  - **Venue**: TBD
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- **Event Name**: Edit with Intention: The Tools & the Workflow
  - **Description**: Editing isn’t about what you can do—it’s about what you choose to do.

This session shifts from mechanics to meaning. Using Adobe Lightroom, we’ll focus on when and why to make specific editing decisions so your images communicate clearly and intentionall
  - **Venue**: TBD
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- **Event Name**: 2026 Annual Meeting
  - **Description**: Join Northside Alive and your community for an exciting night together where we will celebrate our community, reflect on progress of the past year and work together to create a vision for the future of our neighborhood. 

RSVP on our events page so we can
  - **Venue**: TBD
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- **Event Name**: 35th LHS Reunion
  - **Description**: Started booking process for reunion location on November 7th, 2026

Mark your calendars now!!! (I know where you live)
  - **Venue**: TBD
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## FAQs

- **Q**: What are the top Christmas events in Merrillan?
  - **A:** LRTC Hiking Series Q4 - Hike 3 (Sat Dec 12 2026 at 08:00 am at TBD), Photos with Santa & Grinch - FREE Client Appreciation Event! (Sat Dec 12 2026 at 11:00 am at TBD), Fill the Trolley (Sun Dec 06 2026 at 01:00 pm at TBD), BROKEN BOTTLE CHRISTMAS ACOUSTIC (Sat Dec 12 2026 at 04:00 pm at TBD), 2026 Ugly Sweater Leadership Social (Fri Dec 04 2026 at 10:00 am at TBD).
- **Q**: How can I find Christmas events in Merrillan?
  - **A:** You can discover upcoming Christmas events in Merrillan on AllEvents.in. Browse by date, venue, or price to find events that match your interests.
- **Q**: How do I buy tickets for Christmas events in Merrillan?
  - **A:** You can buy tickets directly through AllEvents.in. Many events offer online booking with options for free, paid, and early-bird tickets.
- **Q**: What are the popular venues for Christmas events in Merrillan?
  - **A:** Some popular venues hosting Christmas events in Merrillan include TBD.
- **Q**: Who are the top organizers for Christmas events in Merrillan?
  - **A:** Popular organizers hosting Christmas events in Merrillan include Little River Trading Company, Agape Events, Venue Trolley.
- **Q**: Are there any online Christmas events available?
  - **A:** Yes, many Christmas events are available online. You can filter for virtual events on AllEvents.in to attend from anywhere.
- **Q**: How can I get notified about new Christmas events in Merrillan?
  - **A:** Follow the Christmas category on AllEvents.in to get notified when new Christmas events are listed in Merrillan.

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