The Main Street Cultural District will host its holiday kickoff event Friday from 6–8:30 p.m.

The festival will include a tree-lighting ceremony, an appearance by Santa, horse and buggy rides, face painting, cookie decorating, open houses, performances by the Iowa Brass Quintet and more. In addition, Main Street businesses will be open until 8 p.m.

Events and open houses will also be held Saturday and Sunday from 1–5 p.m.

Visit www.mainstreetculturaldistrict.com for details.