Join us for Winterfest at Bayliss Park on Friday, November 21, 2025 from 6-8 p.m. Arrive early as Winterfest activities begin promptly at 6 p.m. with the Bayliss Park holiday lighting ceremony.
The City of Council Bluffs is partnering with The Council Bluffs Public Library, Pottawattamie Arts, Culture & Entertainment, The CB Chamber, Union Pacific Museum, and The Salvation Army to give the community a holiday tradition unlike anywhere else.
Free Winterfest Activities:
– Lighting Ceremony (takes place promptly at 6 p.m.)
– Santa’s Workshop featuring Santa and Mrs. Claus
-Reindeer
– Festive Photo Ops
– Screening of the movie “Frozen 2”
– Characters from the movie “Frozen”
– Face Painting
– Balloons
– Free Hot Cocoa
– Ice Sculpting
– Games and Prizes
– Art Activities
– Pop-up Market (vendors!)
– Live Music
– Food Trucks
– Giveaways
– Bike rides with the Grinch
Food Truck Food Court
Have dinner on Pearl Street! We will set up a food court at the intersection of Pearl and Willow with food trucks, seating, and live music. Food and drink will be available for purchase.
Bayliss Park transforms into a wonderland at Winterfest. We hope to see you there! More details at councilbluffs-ia.gov.
