Christmas Nostalgia Comes to Fortville for the Holidays

Christmas Nostalgia Comes
to Fortville for the Holidays

Beginning Friday November 8, 2024, a new Central Indiana holiday attraction rolls into the fir-scented fields of Piney Acres Christmas Tree Farm!

Young and old alike will love the new addition, Glimmer Lights presented by Gateway Hancock Health, with hints of a beloved classic featuring a magical 20-minute train ride to the North Pole. Guests will board the Piney Acres Express with a cup of signature hot cocoa and a freshly made holiday cookie as they travel into a glimmering wonderland of twinkle light displays nestled on the 73-acre Hancock County Christmas tree farm. It’s sure to become a beloved family tradition.

“I like to create, share joy, and make people happy,” said Piney Acres Farm owner Rex Zenor. “When I hear a train, it takes me back to my childhood, when we piled in my mom’s 1961 Mercury Comet and drove around to look at Christmas lights. They were nothing like they are today, but I thought they were the coolest, and they made us so happy. For me, the farm is all about creating memories for families. I always thought having my own train would be the cat’s meow! I’m living my childhood dreams and getting to share it with our guests and that’s so very neat!”

About the Event

Glimmer Lights is a timed ticketed event and runs November 8, 2024 – January 4, 2025, on Thursday – Sunday evenings.

Also, Santa will be in his Piney Acres Cabin on select evenings ready for a visit with families. The trackless train seats both adults and children.

NO REFUNDS for missed train rides.

Please Note: Trains leave at designated times. However if you miss your allotted time you may take a later train ride if there is an opening that same evening. Missed train rides are not transferable or refundable.

Please arrive AT LEAST 30 minutes before departure time.

Supporting sponsors include:
Gateway Hancock Health, Meridian Homes at Sycamore, GBC Bank, NineStar Connect and Indy with Kids!

Field Trip Registration

Field Trips
Will your students need a space for lunch?
Field Trip Option

#1 Spring Field Trip

$12.00 per child
$6.00 parent*

Planting a tree (if trees are available), Hayride, Gem Mining, Feeding the Animals & Playground time.  Approx. 3 hours

#2 Anytime Field Trip

$9.00 per child
$6.00 parent*

Hayride around the farm, Gem Mining, Feeding the Animals & playground time.  Approx. 2 hours

#3 Fall Field Trip

$10.00 per child
$6.00 parent*

Hayride to pumpkin patch, Pick a Pumpkin, Gem Mining, Feeding the Animals & Playground time.  Approx. 2 ¼ hours

*Teachers and Teacher aides are Free

After submitting your registration you will be redirected to pay your deposit online. You registration is not fully submitted until this deposit is paid. After we receive your deposit, we will contact you to confirm your tour date and time.