This weekend

Hey friends!

This weekend (starting today!) is full of holiday fun! Whether you do Christmas in Kalona or grab a few tickets to the Candlelight Tour of Homes we know you’ll have a wonderful time!

Need to get going on your holiday shopping?? Downtown Washington shops are calling a ‘re-do’ on Small Business Saturday so be sure to check them out tomorrow, December 6th for gifts galore!

Next Weekend

Cozy Crawl, Breakfast, Jingle Bells & more!

December 12th is the Cozy Crawl in Downtown Washington and we can’t wait to see you all in your comfiest, funniest, coziest outfits! Your $10 ticket gets you the map to all the deals, a drink ticket to use at JP’s 207 OR Libations on Iowa AND a cute cup with fuzzy socks too!

Grab your ticket(s) in advance online or the day of at Brown’s Shoe Fit! If you buy online, just start at Brown’s to pick up your goodies!

• Event Details:
  Date: Friday, December 12th | Time: 4p – 7p | Location: Downtown Washington, Iowa

Don’t miss Elizabeth’s Academy of Classical Ballet’s Annual Nutcracker performances at the Washington Community Theater on Dec 12th at 6:30p! (No tickets needed, reservations available)

Free will offering | Dessert receptions after each show

Saturday, December 13th

• Breakfast with Santa: 8a - 10a at the UP Church.

  Tickets: https://givebutter.com/santabfast25

• Jingle Bell Run: Kicks off at 9a (Same great outdoor route!).

  Register: Boho Bailey Boutique LB https://bohobailey.com/products/jingle-bell-run-registration

• Free Holiday Movie: ELF: Catch Buddy the Elf at the State Theatre !

  Showtimes: 11a & 1:30p. (Pick up your free ticket at any sponsor office!)

• The Reason for the Season Variety Show: Stairway to the Stars performs at 3p at Washington High School

• Elizabeth’s Academy of Classical Ballet’s Annual Nutcracker show at the Washington Community Theater on Dec 13th at 1:30p

Explore our Wonderland ‘Trail’

Free Movies!

State Theatre Holiday Movies

• A Minecraft Movie: Saturday, December 6th at 11:00 am & 1:30 pm || Sunday, December 7th at 12:00 pm

• Elf: Saturday, December 13th at 11:00 am & 1:30 pm || Sunday, December 14th at 12:00 pm

• Dogman: Saturday, December 20th at 11:00 am & 1:30 pm || Sunday, December 21st at 12:00 pm

•  How to Train Your Dragon: Saturday, January 3rd at 11:00 am & 1:30 pm || Sunday, January 4th at 12:00 pm

Later this month

La Morenita Grand Re-Opening

You're Invited! To a Grand Re-Opening for La Morenita Tienda y Taquiera!

Join us in celebrating Nora and La Morenita Tienda y Taquería's Grand Re-Opening and Anniversary! They've expanded, and it's time for a party!

• Tuesday, December 23rd

• 11a Open for lunch

• 4p Confetti Pop & Ribbon Cutting!

• La Morenita Tienda y Taquería - 220 N Iowa Ave, Washington, IA

Come celebrate this incredible milestone with Nora and the team. They have all worked so hard to get ready and we can't wait to see the space packed full! It's going to be a fun, festive day filled with delicious food and community spirit!

Stay tuned for more details!

City News

Park Plan Update

The Parks Master Plan is moving to the next phase! The consultant has finalized the initial findings and is converting them into a draft implementation plan.

Join them for a Public Open House to discuss the results, common themes, and next steps before the plan is finalized for City Council in January 2026.

• When: Thursday, December 11, 2025, 5:30 – 6:30 pm (Short presentation at 5:45 pm)

• Where: Fire Training Room, Washington City Hall (215 E. Washington Street)

Consultant and City staff will be present to gather feedback.

That’s it for now!

Keep an eye on our social media for updates & announcements!

Main Street Washington Board of Directors (& Sam)