Back to Stories

Festive Fun in Normal

Celebrating the 2025 holiday season at the Plant

EventsCommunityManufacturing
Festive Fun in Normal

Last weekend thousands of Rivian families and friends gathered for the fifth annual Holidazzler at the Plant in Normal. This event celebrates and appreciates the work done by all the teams throughout the year.

“The Holidazzler was the single best celebration for our Work Family that I’ve ever seen. I was amazed at the amount of activity and fun that our team shared together and feel much closer to home thanks to this wonderful team.”
Bobby Dean Parker, VP of Manufacturing Operations


This event featured over 20 complimentary activities and this year included the McLean County Humane Society who brought some furry friends to play with in hopes of being adopted as well as a Merry Market featuring local vendors selling a variety of goods and treats.

“The Rivian Holidazzler is extraordinary. You have to experience it to truly understand Holidazzler scale, energy, and celebration. It is the perfect culmination of Rivian Pride, Holiday festivities and a Community of Teamwork as employees and their families converge upon the plant.”

Scott Griffin, Chief People Officer

The Holidazzler is put on by the Rivian Employee Communications & Experience team with support from Facilities, Culinary and Security along with over 200 volunteers.

“My family and I had a wonderful time! My daughter is 2 years old and was talking about meeting the Reindeer and Santa since sign up. Thank you for an amazing experience!”

— Jonathan Wycoff, Warranty Parts Technician

Holidazzler By the Numbers

28,000 feet of candy cane tape

300 gallons of hot chocolate

250 gallons of soup

150 feet of garland

20 activities

4 circus performances






Back to Stories

© 2026 Rivian

Our goal is to accelerate the global transition to zero-emission transportation and energy by developing vehicles and technology that inspire people to get out and explore, helping preserve the natural world for generations to come.