Once Thanksgiving ends, many places start decorating for Christmas.

That’s exactly what happens in downtown Indianapolis, at this incredible annual Christmas Celebration. The Circle of Lights is a unique Christmas celebration that you’ll only find in Indiana, and the gorgeous lit up monument lasts until the month’s end.

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The Circle of Lights Christmas celebration kicks off the day after Thanksgiving every year in Monument Circle in downtown Indianapolis.
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The festival is centered around Indianapolis's favorite landmark, the Soldiers and Sailors monument, which was built to honor soldiers from people all over the world. This incredible monument stands just over a foot shorter than the Statue of Liberty, honoring the circle in downtown Indianapolis.
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Visiting the monument when the lights turn on is a tradition for many families. Most people don't realize there are 52 strands of lights, each containing close to 5,000 light bulbs. The colors are also significant: green for the Army, white for the Air Force, red for the Marines, blue for the Navy, and yellow for the Coast Guard.

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The lighting ceremony always hosts a variety of entertainment from concerts to talent competitions.
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Local store fronts on the circle also participate by dressing up their windows with the finest Christmas lights, displays, and decorations.
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The IPL building on the circle also show its Christmas spirit with this lovely light up Christmas tree.
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The official light up party might be over, but you can still catch this breathtaking sight in person at Monument Circle this December. You'll find it at 1 Monument Cir, Indianapolis, IN 46204

Does your family take part in this incredible Christmas celebration? For more Christmas fun, check out these enchanting Christmas towns in Indiana!

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