Celebrate the Season: Kokomo's Best Holiday Events
The holiday season is in full swing, and Kokomo is bringing festive cheer with unique events to make your Christmas unforgettable. From karaoke nights to sweet treats and holiday raffles, there's something for everyone to enjoy!
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Christmas Night Karaoke
All tables and seats are first come, first serve for this upstairs-only event, featuring Christmas chili on deck! Hosted by Kokomogibson and Coach Bough, the night will be packed with karaoke fun—songs are $1 each, but if you want to skip the line, you’ll have to pay up. All proceeds go to the staff volunteering for the evening. Prizes and giveaways will be awarded for the best and worst performances, so bring your holiday spirit and your singing voice!
9 p.m. to 2 a.m. Wednesday, Dec. 25 | $5 at the Door
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Blondie’s, Bourbon and Bona Vista
Blondie’s Cookies is teaming up with Bona Vista for an evening of sugar, spice, and a chance to win something nice! Guests can enjoy delicious treats from Blondie’s Cookies, sample bourbon flavors from multiple brands, and take part in a raffle featuring over 20 bottles. This festive event supports Bona Vista, a local nonprofit while creating new holiday memories for the season.
Tickets are $35 and $10 of each ticket will be donated to Bona Vista!
Tickets can be purchased at Holly’s Package Store, Blondie’s Cookies (Greentown) and Bona Vista leading up to the event. Tickets can also be purchased at the door.
When: 4 to 8 p.m. Friday, Dec. 27
Where: Blondie’s Cookies, 100 W. Main St., Greentown
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Swiftie New Year's Concert
Taylor Swift fans of all ages can celebrate the New Year in style with an Eras-themed concert hosted by Rhum Academy Kokomo. The evening starts with Nashville artist Claire Radel, performing her original music at 8 p.m. The Tortured Poets Band will take the stage at 9 p.m. for a full three-hour Eras Tour tribute set, leading up to a Midnight-inspired countdown to 2025! Create your Swiftie-inspired bracelet, decorate a hat at the hat bar, enjoy refreshments and mocktails and more.
8 p.m. to midnight, Tuesday, Dec. 31
Located at Rhum Academy of Music, 500 W. Superior St., Kokomo
Don’t miss this one-of-a-kind celebration to ring in the New Year!
Click here to purchase your tickets.
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The Downtown Kokomo New Year’s Eve Ball Drop
Downtown Kokomo is bringing back its iconic New Year’s Eve Ball Drop to celebrate the arrival of 2025 in style! This festive event will take place in the heart of Kokomo on the 100 block of W. Sycamore St., Kokomo and promises a night to remember.
The celebration kicks off at 10 p.m. to 12:30 a.m. on Tuesday, Dec. 31.
Guests can enjoy:
🎧 Live music
🔥 Warming stations
🍿 Snacks
🍹 Adult beverages
The Downtown Ball Drop is made possible thanks to the generous support of sponsors, including The Kokomo Post, The Coterie, Bohemian Events and Entertainment, and The Bohemian Tattoo Club. Special thanks also go to the City of Kokomo and the dedicated TechnoKats Robotics Team for their hard work and collaboration.
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New Year’s Eve Celebration at The Coterie with Sadie Johnson
Ring in 2025 at The Coterie with the incredible Sadie Johnson and her band! Doors open at 8 p.m., and the show kicks off at 9 p.m.
Celebrate the new year with live music, the ball drop from upstairs and High Lifes all night long. Sadie Johnson’s soulful vocals, percussive guitar, and infectious energy will make this a New Year’s Eve to remember.
🎟️ Reserve your table early at kokomocoterie.com and enjoy a bucket of the “Champagne of Beers” with your crew!
Don’t miss out—come toast to 2025 with great music and even better company!
When: 8 p.m. Tuesday, Dec. 31
Where: The Coterie, 107 W. Sycamore St.
Tickets: $10 advance | $20 at the door
Make this Christmas one to remember by gathering friends and family to enjoy Kokomo’s holiday happenings.