It’s the most wonderful time of year in Iowa, and snow has already begun to fall throughout the Hawkeye State! If you’re truly in the holiday spirit, plan your trip out to Le Mars, Iowa, to enjoy their annual Pioneer Christmas Village in early December.
Le Mars is known as the ice cream capital of the world, but for two weekends in December, it becomes another kind of frosty wonderland.
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Le Mars famous’ round barn is the site of a gigantic Christmas fair! During the first two weekends of December, the trees are lit, the cocoa is on, and Santa comes to town.
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No, really, Santa’s in town! He’ll be around to listen to your wish lists and greet you with holiday cheer.
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Local artisans fill the round barn with handmade crafts and goodies, which makes the Pioneer Christmas Village the perfect place to shop.
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Everywhere you look, you’ll see snowmen, elves, and trees welcoming in the holiday season.
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Christmas carolers fill the air with songs of the season, from Deck the Halls to Jingle Bells.
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Roast marshmallows over an open fire to stay warm as you shop and celebrate.
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You can even take a horse-drawn carriage ride!
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Be sure to mark your calendars, because a night at Pioneer Christmas Village is one you won’t soon forget.
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The Pioneer Christmas Village is located at 500 4th Ave. N.E., Le Mars, IA. This year, the festival is held December 1 & 2, and December 8 & 9, Each day of the Pioneer Christmas Village runs from 5:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.
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