City of Seymour News

Updated October 6th 2026

Community Baby Shower

The Jackson County Health Department is sponsoring a Community Baby Shower from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. on Thursday, October 8, at the Seymour Community Center. We invite expectant and new mothers and caregivers to join for resources, giveaways and information.

Ghouls and Goblets

Grab your ghoul squad and get ready for Seymour Main Street’s Ghouls and Goblets Sip and Stroll on Friday, October 9! This adults-only night is all about sipping, strolling and experiencing local! Tickets are ON SALE NOW! Don’t wait—grab yours and make plans for the ultimate spooky night out in Downtown Seymour! Purchase Tickets

Downtown Trick or Treat

On October 26 from 4-6 pm, bring your little ghosts and goblins downtown for Downtown Trick or Treat! A list of participating businesses will be available soon! Seymour Evening Lions will host a parade at 6:30pm.

Seymour Residential Trick-or-Treating Hours

Get those costumes and candy buckets ready! Seymour’s residential trick-or-treating hours will be Saturday, Oct. 31 from 6:00pm to 9:00pm. As families head out for a spooktacular evening, please keep safety in mind. Wear bright or reflective clothing, carry a flashlight, stay in familiar and well-lit areas, and only visit homes that are participating. Parents and guardians should also check treats before children enjoy them. Drivers, please use extra caution and watch for trick-or-treaters throughout our neighborhoods.

Parks and Recreation Christmas Parade of Lights and Fireworks

The 5th Annual Christmas Parade of Lights and Fireworks will begin at 5:30 p.m. on Saturday, Dec. 19. The route begins on West Second Street, near Brooklyn Pizza Company, and continues to the B&O Parking Lot. The fireworks begin around 7p.m. and are provided by Freedom Fireworks. There are parade entry categories, and all are encouraged to enter a float. For information, email egoens@seymourin.org or call 812-522-6420.

Free Zumba

Get up and get moving! Join us for FREE Zumba with Maribel Brand at the Seymour Community Center, at 5:45 p.m. Mondays, 107 S. Chestnut St., in beautiful downtown Seymour. Thank you to Healthy Jackson County for sponsoring this program for our community!

Seymour Transit

Monthly bus passes are available for just $25. Buses run Monday - Thursdays 6 a.m. to 6 p.m. and Friday from 6 a.m. to 5 p.m. Call 812-522-7433 to learn more.

Soups & Stories

Good food. Great stories. A stronger Seymour. Seymour Parks & Recreation is excited to bring the community together for Soups & Stories on Friday, October 23! We’re looking for local restaurants to serve up their best soups and compete for the Seymour Soup-er Star Awards!

We’re looking for local restaurants to serve their best soups and compete for the Seymour Soup-er Star Awards! Awards will be decided by community vote:

• Flavor Favorite — Best tasting soup overall and the 2026 Soup-er Star
• Presentation Prize — Most visually appealing soup and station setup
• The Storyteller — A soup that “tells a story” through heritage and unique ingredients

But we need more than great soup—we need great stories!

We’re also looking for local storytellers to join us in person and share something meaningful, entertaining or memorable. Share a personal story, favorite passage, poetry or something historical with your community.

Restaurants and storytellers can sign up by emailing zcooley@seymourin.org.

Visit a Park Today

In 2025, Seymour Parks had over 614,000 visits over 10 minutes. With over 157,000 of those at Freeman Field Recreational area. Seymour Parks and Recreation encourage you to grab lunch and enjoy some shade at one of our community parks today.

Did You know?

Since the City Hall Artwork Gallery began, more than 100 artists have displayed their work! The gallery has featured everything from photos and canvas pieces to embroidery and woodwork—and we would love to display your masterpieces next. Artwork may be brought to Seymour City Hall, 301-309 N. Chestnut St., Monday through Friday from 8 a.m.-4:30 p.m. Questions? Call 812-523-5880 or email mayor@seymourin.org.

Help Us Celebrate 175 years of Seymour!

Seymour, Indiana, will celebrate its 175th anniversary in 2027, and we’re planning a year full of ways to celebrate our community! As part of the celebration, the City of Seymour plans to feature ONE event, festival or special happening EACH WEEK throughout 2027 — and we need your help! Have an event you think should be part of Seymour’s 175th celebration? Submit it for consideration!

Events selected will:
• Be recognized as an official Seymour 175th event
• Be marketed and promoted by the City of Seymour
• Receive the official Seymour 175th Anniversary logo for promotional materials
• Become part of the City’s advertised lineup of 175th anniversary events

Whether it’s a festival, community gathering, concert, historical program, celebration or something completely unique, we want to hear your ideas!

Submit your event information by emailing mayor@seymourin.org.

Elves in Action Family Registration is OPEN!

Seymour Parks and Recreation is excited to bring a little extra Christmas joy to local families through our Elves in Action program!

Through the program, participating families will shop alongside Parks and Recreation employees to choose toys, clothing, food and other household needs for Christmas. We will serve at least 10 families this Christmas. Registration is first come, first served, so families are encouraged to sign up early. Children must be 18 or younger to be eligible for the program.

Register at 812-522-6420, at Seymour City Hall, 301-309 N. Chestnut St., Seymour, or at seymourin.recdesk.com/community/program

Registration ends Dec. 1. Please help us spread the word so families in our community who could use a little extra help this Christmas know about this opportunity!

Interested in being a sponsor? Please make donations by Dec. 1 by calling 812-522-6420, visiting Seymour City Hall, 301-309 N. Chestnut St., or at seymourin.recdesk.com/community/program. Businesses and organizations interested in sponsoring should provide a contact name, phone number, email and mailing address, donation amount, and whether you are comfortable being publicly recognized as a sponsor.

Help us choose the Marshal for the annual Christmas Parade of Lights!

Seymour Parks and Recreation is now accepting nominations for Parade Marshal for this year’s Christmas Parade of Lights! Do you know someone who has made a positive impact on Seymour, gives back to our community, or deserves to be recognized during one of our favorite holiday traditions? We want to hear about them!

Nominate someone today by completing the form: https://forms.gle/sRGFnPoiULZh1Tz99. Please help us spread the word by sharing this post and encouraging others to nominate someone deserving! We can’t wait to celebrate another magical Christmas Parade of Lights in Seymour!

Christmas at Crossroads is Coming to Downtown Seymour

Join Seymour Parks and Recreation for an evening full of Christmas cheer from 6p-8p on Saturday, Nov. 28. Meet Santa, an elf and live reindeer at Crossroads Park. Witness the lighting of the Seymour Christmas tree. Enjoy FREE refreshments served by the FOP.

Sponsorship packages are available to help make Christmas at Crossroads a special evening for the community.

Community Friend — $50
Holiday Helper — $150
Christmas Spirit — $250

To sponsor, call 812-522-6420, visit City Hall at 301-309 N. Chestnut St. seymourin.recdesk.com/community/program.