Step into the holiday season with a lineup of festive events at the Historic General Dodge House! From breakfast with Santa and family-friendly activities to candlelit tours and special holiday performances, there are plenty of ways to make merry memories while experiencing the historic home in its Christmas glory. Mark your calendar for these special December happenings!
Breakfast With Santa
December 5 | 10 AM
Start the holiday season with breakfast alongside Santa! Listen to a reading of The Night Before Christmas, then head downstairs for Christmas crafts. Capture the moment with your own photos alongside Santa and his sleigh at the Historic General Dodge House.
A Day with the Dodges
December 6 | 1–5 PM
Take a stroll through the Dodge House dressed in its Christmas best! This special afternoon features the magical voices of Cantare Omaha, costumed characters, and appearances by the Dodges themselves. General admission applies, and tours begin at the Beresheim House. Tickets are available at the door.
Family Night at the Dodge House
December 10 | 6–8 PM
Make holiday memories with the whole family during a festive evening at the Dodge House! Visit with Santa, create a fun Christmas craft at the Beresheim House, then tour the historic home. Finish the night with cookies and cocoa in the Ballroom.
Christmas by Candlelight
December 12 | 6–10 PM
Experience the magic of Christmas by Candlelight at the Historic General Dodge House! Illuminated by the glow of Christmas tree lights and candles, the home of General Grenville M. Dodge feels like stepping back into the late 1800s. Stroll through the beautifully decorated rooms and enjoy refreshments in the Ballroom.
Doors open at 6 PM, with tours scheduled every 20 minutes to help manage the flow of visitors. Check-in begins at the Beresheim House, and guests are welcome to stay as long as they wish. The houses close at 10 PM.
More Winter & Holiday Events in Council Bluffs
From dazzling light displays to charming holiday markets, Council Bluffs and Pottawattamie County are brimming with festive events this winter. Don't miss out on all the fun—click here to explore a full list of holiday and winter events happening in the area!
If you haven't seen the holiday light display inside Bayliss Park & Veterans Plaza, you'll want to put this on your festive activities list! The park and fountain are transformed into an UNforgettable winter wonderland!
