# Christmas Events, Markets & Things to Do in Ottumwa

- **Subtitle**: Celebrate Christmas 2026 in Ottumwa 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 Ottumwa 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 Ottumwa waiting to be explored. Check out the best events and parties in Ottumwa to make your Christmas unforgettable, and get ready for a season of joy and celebration!

## Christmas Events in Ottumwa

- **Event Name**: An Enchanted Forest
  - **Description**: ✨ An Enchanted Forest Returns! ✨

Since 2019, families have been making magical holiday memories at the Wapello County Expo Grounds — and this year will be our most enchanting yet! 🌲✨

Step into the wonder of the season as you explore beautifully decorate
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  - **Date**: Sat Nov 21 2026 at 09:00 am – Sat Nov 21 2026 at 02:00 pm (-06:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/ottumwa/an-enchanted-forest/200030068603258
  - **Venue**: 13011 120th Avenue, Ottumwa, IA, United States, Iowa 52501
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  - **Categories**: holiday, business, exhibitions, christmas, nonprofit, kids, breakfast-with-santa
- **Event Name**: Mistletoe Market
  - **Description**: Mistletoe Market returns Saturday, November 28, 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. Once again, Santa Claus will make a special appearance that morning; the community is asked to ‘save the date’ for Breakfast with Santa at  7:30 a.m. – 11 a.m. Children are encouraged to brin
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  - **Date**: Sat Nov 28 2026 at 09:00 am (-06:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/ottumwa/mistletoe-market/200030572995553
  - **Venue**: 102 Church St, Ottumwa, IA, United States, Iowa 52501
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  - **Categories**: food-drinks, nonprofit, christmas, breakfast-with-santa
- **Event Name**: Hometown Christmas
  - **Description**: 🎄🎅✨ HOMETOWN CHRISTMAS ✨🎅🎄
CRAFT & VENDOR EVENT
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📍 Bridge View Center – Ottumwa, IA
📅 Saturday, December 19th
⏰ 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM
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🛍️ SHOP LOCAL FOR THE HOLIDAYS!
Handmade • Unique Gifts • Holiday Decor •
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  - **Date**: Sat Dec 19 2026 at 09:00 am – Sat Dec 19 2026 at 03:00 pm (-06:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/ottumwa/hometown-christmas/200029894781449
  - **Venue**: Bridge View Center
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  - **Categories**: christmas, holiday, kids, shopping
- **Event Name**: An Enchanted Forest - Preview Night
  - **Description**: ✨ Save the Date! ✨
November 21st & 22nd

The Wapello County Expo Board proudly presents An Enchanted Forest 🌲✨

Join us for a magical Preview Night where you’ll get a first look at the beautifully decorated trees and displays before the public opening
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  - **Date**: Fri Nov 20 2026 at 06:00 pm – Fri Nov 20 2026 at 08:00 pm (-06:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/ottumwa/an-enchanted-forest-preview-night/200030041390607
  - **Venue**: 13011 120th Avenue, Ottumwa, IA, United States, Iowa 52501
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  - **Categories**: business, exhibitions, shopping, holiday
- **Event Name**: Blue Violin's Retro Rock & Roll Christmas
  - **Date**: Fri Dec 11 2026 at 07:00 pm – Fri Dec 11 2026 at 09:00 pm (-06:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/ottumwa/blue-violins-retro-rock-and-roll-christmas/2300030708436908
  - **Venue**: Bridge View Center Theater
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  - **Categories**: Music, Entertainment

## Trending Events in Ottumwa

- **Event Name**: World Ballet Company: Swan Lake
  - **Venue**: Bridge View Center Theater
- **Event Name**: Witch Way to Main 2026
  - **Description**: Witch Way to Main is Back!
Grab your costumes, your candy buckets, and your spooky spirit — Witch Way to Main is happening Thursday, October 29 from 5:30 PM to 7:30 PM in Downtown Ottumwa!

Bring the whole family for a safe, fun-filled evening of trick-or
  - **Venue**: Downtown Ottumwa
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- **Event Name**: Halloweenapalooza 2026
  - **Description**: Let's get spooky at Halloweenapalooza 2026--Iowa's only horror movie film festival and Halloween celebration! 

Take advantage of the early discount on tickets here: https://www.halloweenapalooza.com/event-details/halloweenapalooza-2026

Get all the ghast
  - **Venue**: Bridge View Center
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- **Event Name**: 46th Annual Chicken BBQ Dinner - Presented by Ottumwa Rotary Club
  - **Description**: The Ottumwa Rotary Club is gearing up for its 46th Annual Chicken BBQ, set for Tuesday, September 29. 

Drive-Thru: 3PM -7PM 

Dine-In: 4PM - 7PM

This year's event will feature a delicious menu of half chicken dinners for adults ($15) and quarter chicken
  - **Venue**: 102 Church St, Ottumwa, IA, United States, Iowa 52501
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- **Event Name**: SEISC September Fundraiser Pickleball Tournament
  - **Description**: Join us September 26th for a full day of competitive and fun pickleball in Ottumwa!

Divisions:
• Intermediate Women’s Doubles • 9:00 AM
• Intermediate Men’s Doubles • 9:00 AM
• Beginner Coed Doubles • 12:30 PM
• Advanced Coed Doubles • 12:30 PM
• Interme
  - **Venue**: Southeast Iowa JBS Sports Center
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- **Event Name**: Bridge City Slam VIII
  - **Description**: 📍 Venue: Bridge View Center
🏠 Address: 102 Church Street, Ottumwa, IA 52501
🌆 City: Ottumwa
📍 Location: 41.0131, -92.4145🌟 Be part of history at Bridge City Slam VIII, an extraordinary gathering that will captivate your imagination! 🏛️ T
  - **Venue**: Bridge View Center
- **Event Name**: Walk to End Alzheimer's - South Central Iowa
  - **Description**: Join us for Walk to End Alzheimer's 2026! Details about our event can be found at alz.org/walk. Sign up a team, donate, sponsor, volunteer, fundraise and earn prizes while helping #ENDALZ!
  - **Venue**: Bridge View Center
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- **Event Name**: Pages for Pennies 2026
  - **Description**: The 2026 Pages for Pennies Book Sale will take place September 25-27th at Bridge View Center. Donations will start being accepted on Monday, August 24th.

At Pages for Pennies, where almost everything is priced at $2 or less, book enthusiasts will find th
  - **Venue**: 102 Church St, 52501
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- **Event Name**: Oktoberfest Kiddie Parade
  - **Description**: The Oktoberfest Kiddie Parade will be held Friday, October 2nd at 6:00 PM. The parade will organize in the parking lot of St. Patrick’s Church. Kids are to enter the parking lot from Ransom Street.  The parade will start from Ward Street then proceed down
  - **Venue**: Church St, Ottumwa, IA 52501, United States
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## FAQs

- **Q**: What are the top Christmas events in Ottumwa?
  - **A:** An Enchanted Forest (Sat Nov 21 2026 at 09:00 am at 13011 120th Avenue, Ottumwa, IA, United States, Iowa 52501), Mistletoe Market (Sat Nov 28 2026 at 09:00 am at 102 Church St, Ottumwa, IA, United States, Iowa 52501), Hometown Christmas (Sat Dec 19 2026 at 09:00 am at Bridge View Center), An Enchanted Forest - Preview Night (Fri Nov 20 2026 at 06:00 pm at 13011 120th Avenue, Ottumwa, IA, United States, Iowa 52501), Blue Violin's Retro Rock & Roll Christmas (Fri Dec 11 2026 at 07:00 pm at Bridge View Center Theater).
- **Q**: How can I find Christmas events in Ottumwa?
  - **A:** You can discover upcoming Christmas events in Ottumwa 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 Ottumwa?
  - **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 Ottumwa?
  - **A:** Some popular venues hosting Christmas events in Ottumwa include 13011 120th Avenue, Ottumwa, IA, United States, Iowa 52501, 102 Church St, Ottumwa, IA, United States, Iowa 52501, Bridge View Center.
- **Q**: Who are the top organizers for Christmas events in Ottumwa?
  - **A:** Popular organizers hosting Christmas events in Ottumwa include Wapello County Expo Board, Bridge View Center, Sanders Events.
- **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 Ottumwa?
  - **A:** Follow the Christmas category on AllEvents.in to get notified when new Christmas events are listed in Ottumwa.

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