Winterset Festival of Lights

Join us in Winterset’s courthouse retail district for a holiday experience like none other! 5:00 p.m. - We are excited to continue the tradition of the live and lighted window displays brought to you by our local storefronts. Voting opens at the Chamber's Welcome Center for your favorite window display (and ends at 8:00 p.m.). Food and beverages will be available on the west side of the courthouse lawn. Santa will be inside the Madison County Courthouse for visits and your own photos. 6:45 p.m. - Santa leaves courthouse; Parade floats begin lining up! 7:15 p.m. - Festival of Lights Parade 8 p.m. - Elf at the Iowa Theater - Free admission with a food pantry donation