Christmas in Northeast Ohio is one of our favorite times of the year. We love the lights, sitting in front of a fire with the Christmas tree glowing in the corner, and attending our favorite holiday events. So, we put together an extensive guide filled with virtual and in-person Christmas events happening across Northeast Ohio this year. Enjoy this special time of year as you create memories with your family and friends!
Many Thanks to Mr. Kringle & Company® for sponsoring our Holiday Fun Guide. Have a unforgettable experience Kringle's Inventionasium and welcome Christmas magic into your home this season with an eVisit with Mr. Kringle and a personalized letter! He’s been waiting all year to make your spirits bright!
Best Christmas Events in Northeast Ohio
Kringle's Inventionasium® Experience
Discover how holiday memories are made with an unforgettable adventure inside Mr. Kringle's top secret laboratory. Become an inventor and work with Kringle's elite team to create toys. Visit privately with the Master Toy Maker, himself, to discuss your invention and Christmas wish list. This STEM accredited experience sparks the imaginations of children and adults alike.
Kringle’s Inventionasium® Experience entertains diverse families from all over the world and boasts one of the “Best Santas in the U.S.” according to TIME.com.
Special Discount: Save 15% on a Classic, Deluxe or Christmas Eve Experience with Code: NEOFFG2022
When: November 25 – December 24 2022
Where: Tower City Center at 230 W. Huron Rd in Cleveland, Ohio
Admission: $34 – $59, Infants (0-23 Months) Free. Group rates available.
Phone: 1-855-MRKRINGLE (675-7464)
Reservations: Required
Canton Palace Theatre Hosts 2022 Holiday Movie Series
Experience your favorite holiday films on Canton's largest screen during the 2022 Holiday Movie Series!
The Holiday Movie Series is a beloved tradition for families throughout Northeast Ohio, offering a unique opportunity to see favorite holiday movies on the big screen once again in the historic theatre.
The atmosphere is further enhanced by holiday classics played on the Kilgen Theatre Organ prior to the showings, and the starlit sky of the auditorium.
And for those wanting the full movie theatre experience, the concession stand is always open, serving movie theatre favorites including popcorn, soft drinks, water and candy.
2022 Holiday Movie Schedule:
- A Christmas Story – November 26 at 7:30pm
- The Polar Express – December 2 at 7pm
- Elf – December 19 at 7:30pm
- White Christmas – December 20 at 7:30pm
- Home Alone – December 21 at 7:30pm
- National Lampoon's Christmas Vacation – December 22 at 7:30pm
Holiday Movies at the Canton Palace Theatre
When: Select dates between November 26 & December 22
Where: 605 Market Avenue North, Canton OH 44702
Visit the beautiful Canton Palace Theatre to continue your holiday traditions or make new ones!
Magic of Lights: Drive-Through Holiday Lights Experience
Drive-through holiday lights & digital animations of favorite scenes and characters of the festive season at the Cuyahoga County Fairgrounds.
SPECIAL DISCOUNT -> 27% Off tickets. Grab Yours Here
Dazzling lights shine brightly to bring a magic spark to the holiday season. At Magic of Lights, visitors sit comfortably in their cars and drive through holiday-themed light installations showcasing all that's best in winter. This family-friendly attraction can be the highlight of the season.
Find Specific Things to do this Christmas:
Christmas Lights | Christmas Tree Farms | Breakfast with Santa | Pictures with Santa | Letters from Santa | Virtual Christmas Events | Christmas Getaways | Live Nativity | Christmas Trains | Christmas Parade & Festivals | Holiday Markets & Craft Shows | Nutcracker Ballet | Tuba Christmas | Experience Gift Ideas
Wondering where to find Santa? You're in luck, we are tracking his sleigh and reindeer so we can give you in the inside scoop on where to find Santa this year.
Eat breakfast with Santa and his friends at one of these locations.
Or head out to get pictures with Santa, including details on soothing Santa events for those with special needs and even places to get photos with your pets.
The perfect tree is waiting for you at one of these local Christmas Tree Farms. Take the family on an adventure to cut down your tree or choose from one of the freshly cut trees. Plus many of the farms also offer fun activities and extra special touches.
Drive around and see the Amazing Christmas Lights. From community light displays to the neighborhood houses with thousands of choreographed Christmas lights set to music – and many are FREE!
Grab your family and head out to one of the seasonal outdoor skating rinks. Admission is typically inexpensive (and sometimes FREE) and there is a small fee to rent ice skates (assuming you don't have a pair of your own).
Looking for gift ideas? Check out our list of the best experience gifts for kids and families.
Virtual Christmas Experiences
eVisit With Mr. Kringle®
Have a magical holiday experience from the comfort of your own home by booking a virtual visit with Mr. Kringle!
Whether LIVE streaming or a pre-recorded video message, Mr. Kringle offers delightful new traditions guaranteed to make any spirit bright!
Mr. Kringle entertains diverse families from all over the world and boasts the “Best Santas in the U.S.” according to TIME.com.
When: November 25 – December 23, 2022
Where: Your own home
Options: Streaming
Cost: $49 – $59/Household
Phone: 1-855-MRKRINGLE (675-7464)
FREE Painesville's Santa Calls {Find Out More}
Where: Via phone
When: December 5, 7, 12 & 14, 2022 [REGISTER]
Letters from Santa
Letters From Mr. Kringle®
Receive official correspondence from the desk of Santa Claus!
Have a personalized letter from Mr. Kringle® delivered directly to your mailbox. Enjoy unforgettable Christmas memories postmarked for the most avid believers.
Choose from 9 endearing templates that can be customized to delight one very special recipient. Each letter is postmarked to perfection with authentic embellishments and delivered via USPS.
Ship Dates: November 25, December 2, 9, 14, 16, 20 2022
Delivered: Anywhere within the United States
Cost: $14/Letter
Phone: 1-855-MRKRINGLE (675-7464)
FREE Minerva Letters to Santa {Find Out More}
Where: 706 Elizabeth St., Minerva, OH 44657
When: November 18-December 21, 2022
FREE Santa's Mailbox {Find Out More}
Where: Clocktower Green, 139 N. Main St., Hudson, OH 44236
When: November 23-December 22, 2022
FREE Letters to Santa at Akron-Summit County Public Library {Find Out More}
Where: Maple Valley Branch Library, 1187 Copley Rd., Akron, OH 44320
When: Mondays, November 14-December 12, 2022
FREE Painesville's Letters to Santa {Find Out More}
Where: Painesville Square, Painesville, OH
When: November 18-December 18, 2022
FREE Write a Letter to Santa {Find Out More}
Where: Peninsula Library & Historical Society, 6105 Riverview Rd., Peninsula, OH 44264
When: November 26-December 10, 2022
FREE Santa's Mailbox {Find Out More}
Where: Located Outside Stow City Hall, 3760 Darrow Rd., Stow, OH 44224
When: November 28-December 14, 2022
FREE Letters to Santa Mailbox {Find Out More}
Where: Canton Garden Center, 1615 Stadium Park Dr. NW, Canton, OH 44718
When: Drop off by December 16, 2022
FREE Santa's Mailbox {Find Out More}
Where: Jackson Township Hall, 5735 Wales Ave., Massillon, OH 44646
When: December 1-16, 2022
Breakfast with Santa
Breakfast With Mr. Kringle®
Join Mr. Kringle & Friends for a delicious buffet style breakfast at The Burnham Restaurant inside Hilton Cleveland Downtown.
Honored guests will dine with Mr. Kringle and his fellow merry makers who, mingle during the meal, eventually making their way to everyone – remember to bring your camera!
Tickets Include: Holiday Breakfast Buffet, Meet & Greet with Mr. Kringle, Roaming Characters, Cookie Decorating Activity, Letter Writing Activity, Complimentary Self-Parking, Tax & Gratuity
When: December 3, 4, 10, 11, 17, 18, 8:30am-11:30am
Where: The Burnham Restaurant 100 Lakeside Ave E, Cleveland, OH 44114
Tickets: Adult Breakfast: $55 / Child Breakfast: $38 / Infants (0-23 Months) Free
Information: 216-413-5000
Christmas Parades, Tree Lightings & Festivals
FREE Santa's Arrival Parade & Santa's Wonderland Opening at Cabela's {Find Out More}
Where: Cabela's, 35685 Chester Rd., Avon, OH 44011
When: Saturday, November 5, 2022
FREE Akron Children's Hospital's 41st Annual Holiday Tree Festival {Find Out More}
Where: John S. Knight Center, 77 E. Mill St., Akron, OH 44308
When: November 12-19, 2022
FREE Summit Mall Tree Lighting {Find Out More}
Where: 4954 Great Northern Mall, North Olmsted, OH 44070
When: Friday, November 18, 2022
FREE Painesville's Spirit of the Season {Find Out More}
Where: Painesville Square, Painesville, OH
When: Friday, November 18, 2022
FREE New Philadelphia's Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony {Find Out More}
Where: On the Square in Downtown New Philadelphia, OH 44663
When: Friday, November 18, 2022
FREE Wooster's Window Wonderland {Find Out More}
Where: Downtown Wooster, OH 44691
When: Friday, November 18, 2022
FREE Candlelight Walk {Find Out More}
Where: Main Street, Wadsworth, OH 44281
When: Friday, November 18, 2022
Frostville Holidays {Find Out More}
Where: The Olmsted Historical Society, Frostville Museum, 24101 Cedar Point Rd., North Olmsted, OH 44070
When: November 18-19, 2022
FREE Medina Candlelight Walk {Find Out More}
Where: Medina Historic District, 5 Public Sq., Medina, OH 44256
When: November 18-20, 2022
FREE Minerva Letters to Santa {Find Out More}
Where: 706 Elizabeth St., Minerva, OH 44657
When: November 18-December 21, 2022
Winter Wonderland Open House {Find Out More}
Where: Penitentiary Glen Reservation, 8668 Kirtland Chardon Rd., Willoughby, OH 44094
When: Saturday, November 19, 2022
FREE Tree Lighting & Grinchmas Party with Santa at Crocker Park {Find Out More}
Where: Crocker Park, Westlake, OH 44145 (event locations vary)
When: Saturday, November 19, 2022
Santa’s Arrival & Opening of The Rink {Find Out More}
Where: DeBartolo Commons at the Southern Park Mall, 7401 Market St., Boardman, OH 44512
When: Saturday, November 19, 2022
FREE Massillon Holiday Parade & Light Up {Find Out More}
Where: Duncan Plaza, 2 James Duncan Plz., Massillon, OH 44646
When: Saturday, November 19, 2022
Twinkle in the 216 {Find Out More}
Where: Cleveland Botanical Garden, 11030 East Blvd., Cleveland, OH 44106
When: November 19-December 31, 2022 [REGISTER]
Memories of Christmas Past 2022 {Find Out More}
Where: Arms Family Museum, 648 Wick Ave., Youngstown, OH 44502
When: November 19-December 31, 2022
Winter Wonderland Lighting Celebration & Fireworks {Find Out More}
Where: City Commons, 18825 Royalton Rd., Strongsville, OH 44136
When: Sunday, November 20, 2022
FREE City of Bedford Tree Lighting Ceremony {Find Out More}
Where: Bedford Commons, Bedford, OH 44146
When: Wednesday, November 23, 2022
FREE Country Hearth Christmas Tree Lighting & Parade {Find Out More}
Where: Burton Village, OH 44021
When: Friday, November 25, 2022
FREE Welcome Santa Holiday Parade & Tree Lighting Ceremony at Lock 3 {Find Out More}
Where: The parade will step off at 6 pm in Downtown Akron
When: Friday, November 25, 2022
FREE Come Home to Hudson: Caroling on the Green {Find Out More}
Where: Gazebo Green, corner of Church St. and Route 91, Hudson, OH 44236
When: Friday, November 25, 2022
FREE Downtown Cleveland's WinterLand: Tree Lighting {Find Out More}
Where: Public Square in Downtown Cleveland
When: Saturday, November 26, 2022
FREE Downtown Conneaut Christmas Parade {Find Out More}
Where: Downtown Conneaut, OH
When: Saturday, November 26, 2022
FREE LuminoCity Light-Up Parade {Find Out More}
Where: Twinsburg City Hall, 10075 Ravenna Rd., Twinsburg, OH 44087
When: Saturday, November 26, 2022
Meet with Santa {Find Out More}
Where: Boardman Library, 7680 Glenwood Ave., Boardman, OH 44512
When: Saturday, November 26, 2022
FREE Christmas at the Mill {Find Out More}
Where: Lanterman's Mill, 1001 Canfield Rd. Youngstown, OH 44511
When: November 26-27, 2022
FREE Santa Nights at Lakeview Park {Find Out More}
Where: Lakeview Park, 1800 W. Erie Ave., Lorain, OH 44052
When: November 26 and December 3, 4, 7, 11, & 16, 2022
FREE Downtown Cleveland Winterfest {Find Out More}
Where: Public Square, Cleveland OH 44113
When: Saturday, November 26, 2022-February 28, 2023
– Lighting Ceremony + Fireworks: Saturday, November 26, 2022
FREE Winterfest at Bain Cabin {Find Out More}
Where: Bain Cabin, 21077 N. Park Dr., Cleveland, OH 44126
When: Sunday, November 27, 2022
Chardon Square Christmas Tree Lighting {Find Out More}
Where: Chardon Square, 100 Short Ct. St., Chardon, OH 44024
When: Thursday, December 1, 2022
FREE Candlelight Walk & Tree Lighting in Peninsula {Find Out More}
Where: Bronson Church, 1712 Main St., Peninsula, OH 44264
When: Thursday, December 1, 2022
FREE Light Up Downtown Canton {Find Out More}
Where: Central Plaza & Downtown Canton, OH
When: Thursday, December 1, 2022
Holiday Tours {Find Out More}
Where: Cleveland History Center, 10825 East Blvd., Cleveland, OH 44106
When: Thursdays, December 1, 8, 15, 22 & 29, 2022 [REGISTER]
FREE Miracle on Main in Downtown Amherst, OH {Find Out More}
Where: Downtown Amherst, 255 Park Ave., Amherst, OH 44001
When: Friday, December 2, 2022
FREE It's a Frosty the Snowman Old-Fashioned Christmas {Find Out More}
Where: Downtown Grafton, OH
When: Friday, December 2, 2022
FREE New Philadelphia's Christmas Parade {Find Out More}
Where: The parade steps off on North Broadway at Tuscora Park, 161 Tuscora Ave. NW, New Philadelphia, OH 44663
When: Friday, December 2, 2022
Deck the Halls 2022 at the Lake County History Center {Find Out More}
Where: 415 Riverside Dr., Painesville, OH 44060
When: December 2-3, 2022
FREE Santa on the Green + Winter Fireworks {Find Out More}
Where: Gazebo Green, corner of Church St. and Route 91, Hudson, OH 44236
When: Saturday, December 3, 2022
– Saturday, December 3, 2022: Winter Fireworks
FREE Downtown Hudson Holiday Fireworks {Find Out More}
Where: Downtown Hudson, OH 44236
When: Saturday, December 3, 2022
FREE Ashland Christmas Parade {Find Out More}
Where: Ashland Main Street, 211 Claremont Ave., Ashland, OH, 44805
When: Saturday, December 3, 2022
Christmas at Central Park {Find Out More}
Where: Central Park, 1795 Steese Rd., Green, OH 44685
When: Saturday, December 3, 2022
FREE Lehman's Old-Fashioned Christmas {Find Out More}
Where: 4779 Kidron Rd., Kidron, OH 44618
When: Saturday, December 3, 2022
FREE Jack Frost Festival of Lights & Parade {Find Out More}
Where: Downtown Berea & Coe Lake Park, Berea, OH 44017
When: Saturday, December 3, 2022
FREE Old-Fashioned Williamsburg Christmas Celebration {Find Out More}
Where: Jefferson Depot Village, 147 E. Jefferson St., Jefferson, OH 44047
When: Saturday, December 3, 2022
FREE Light Up Lakewood Holiday Parade, Lighting ceremony & Fireworks {Find Out More}
Where: Detroit Ave., Lakewood, OH 44107
When: Saturday, December 3, 2022
FREE Kent Festival of Lights {Find Out More}
Where: Downtown Kent, OH
When: Saturday, December 3, 2022
FREE Glow with Stow Holiday Lighting {Find Out More}
Where: Stow City Hall, 3760 Darrow Rd., Stow, OH 44224
When: Saturday, December 3, 2022
Krampus Night with Krampus of Cleveland {Find Out More}
Where: Cleveland Botanical Garden, 11030 East Blvd., Cleveland, OH 44106
When: Saturday, December 3, 2022 [REGISTER]
FREE Light Up Sugarcreek {Find Out More}
Where: 100 N. Broadway St., Sugarcreek, OH 44681
When: Saturday, December 3, 2022
FREE Santa Drive-Thru {Find Out More}
Where: Lakeview Park, 340 Erie St., Conneaut, OH 44030
When: Saturday, December 3, 2022
FREE Elyria Festival of Lights {Find Out More}
Where: Ely Square, Elyria, OH 44035
When: Saturday, December 3, 2022
FREE Downtown Wonderland: Minerva's Christmas Parade & Celebration {Find Out More}
Where: Minerva, OH 44657 (Santa and Mrs. Claus will come to town with the parade and will be available for free photos after the parade at the Minerva Area Historical Society at The Haas Museum)
When: Saturday, December 3, 2022
Old-Fashioned Holiday {Find Out More}
Where: Vermilion River Reservation (Mill Hollow side), 51211 North Ridge Rd., Vermilion, OH 44089
When: December 3-4, 2022 [REGISTER]
Christmas Tours of Historic Zoar Village {Find Out More}
Where: Zoar Village, 198 Main St., Zoar, OH 44697
When: December 3-4, 2022 [REGISTER]
FREE Annual Dalton Holiday Festival {Find Out More}
Where: Dalton High School, 177 N. Mill St., Dalton, OH 44618
When: December 3-4, 2022
Candlelight Holiday Tours at Malabar Farm {Find Out More}
Where: 4050 Bromfield Rd., Lucas, OH 44843
When: December 3-4 & 9-11, 2022 [REGISTER]
FREE Winter Nights {Find Out More}
Where: Fellows Riverside Gardens, 123 McKinley Ave., Youngstown, OH 44509
When: Saturdays, December 3-17, 2022
Holiday Lantern Tours at Hale Farm & Village {Find Out More}
Where: 2686 Oak Hill Rd., Peninsula, OH 44264
When: December 3, 9-10, 16-18, 20-23, 2022 [REGISTER]
FREE Winter Celebration: Festival of Trees {Find Out More}
Where: Fellows Riverside Gardens, 123 McKinley Ave., Youngstown, OH 44509
When: Tuesday-Sunday, December 3-31, 2022
FREE Roscoe Village Christmas Candlelighting {Find Out More}
Where: Roscoe Village, 600 N. Whitewoman St., Coshocton, OH 43812
When: Saturdays, December 3 & 10, 2022
FREE Hudson Holiday Walk {Find Out More}
Where: First & Main Green, Village Way, Hudson, OH 44236
When: Sunday, December 4, 2022
FREE City of Brunswick Christmas Party {Find Out More}
Where: Brunswick Recreation & Fitness Center, 3637 Center Rd., Brunswick, OH 44212
When: Sunday, December 4, 2022
FREE Christmas Family Experience {Find Out More}
Where: Crossroads Community Church Doylestown, 700 Gates, Doylestown, OH 44230
When: Sunday, December 4, 2022
St. Nick Light Walk {Find Out More}
Where: Miller Nature Preserve, 2739 Center Rd., Avon, OH 44011
When: Tuesday, December 6, 2022
Santa's Winter Workshop w/Breakfast for Dinner & Santa Photos {Find Out More}
Where: Lariccia Community Center at Boardman Park, 375 Boardman Poland Rd., Boardman, OH 44512
When: December 7-8, 2022 [REGISTER]
FREE Winterfest at Hartville Marketplace {Find Out More]
Where: Hartville Marketplace & Flea Market, 1289 Edison St. NW, Hartville, OH 44632
When: Friday, December 9, 2022
Deck the Hollow Holiday Lights Walk {Find Out More}
Where: Quail Hollow Park, 13480 Congress Lake Ave. NE, Hartville, OH 44632
When: December 9-11 & 16-20, 2022 [REGISTER]
Holiday Hayrides {Find Out More}
Where: Stadium Park, 1615 Stadium Park Dr., Canton, OH 44718
When: December 9 & 16, 2022
FREE TuscParks Luminary Walk {Find Out More}
Where: Norma Johnson Center, 3976 SR 39, Dover, OH 44622
When: Saturday, December 10, 2022
FREE Holiday in the Park {Find Out More}
Where: North Park, 7660 Fulton Rd. NW, Massillon, OH 44646
When: Saturday, December 10, 2022
FREE Heritage Park Holiday Drive-Thru {Find Out More}
Where: Silver Springs Park, 5238 Young Rd., Stow, OH 44224
When: Sunday, December 11, 2022
FREE Fulton Winterfest for Kids {Find Out More}
Where: Cleveland Public Library – Fulton Branch, 3545 Fulton Rd., Cleveland, OH 44109
When: Friday, December 16, 2022
FREE Community Lunch + Christmas Gifts Featuring Pictures with Santa {Find Out More}
Where: Garfield Memorial Church, 1534 S. Green Rd., South Euclid, OH 44121
When: Sunday, December 18, 2022 [REGISTER]
Frosty Five & Mistletoe Mile {Find Out More}
Where: Hudson Visitors Center, 27 E. Main St., Hudson, OH 44236
When: Saturday, December 24, 2022 [REGISTER]
FREE Kwanzaa Celebration {Find Out More}
Where: Cleveland History Center, 10825 East Blvd., Cleveland, OH 44106
When: Saturday, December 31, 2022 [REGISTER]
FREE Winter Night {Find Out More}
Where: Fellows Riverside Gardens, 123 McKinley Ave., Youngstown, OH 44509
When: Saturdays, December 31, 2022
Christmas Getaways
Mr. Kringle® Suite
Mr. Kringle has taken up residence at Hilton Cleveland Downtown hotel! He travels the globe and welcomes believers to look after his room while away. This Christmas, you’re invited to cuddle up cozy, and sit amidst the twinkle of Mr. Kringle’s private quarters.
This fully decorated holiday suite, features two sparkling Christmas trees, tabletop adornments, room decorations and holiday-themed furniture complete with seasonal velvet bedding and pillows. Perfect for up to 4 guests!
Overnight Includes: Note from Mr. Kringle, Milk and Cookies, Valet Parking
When: November 11, 2022 – January 8, 2023
Where: Hilton Cleveland Downtown, 100 Lakeside Ave E, Cleveland, OH 44114
Phone: 216-413-5000
Mrs. Kringle® Suite
Mrs. Kringle has taken up residence at the Hotel Indigo Cleveland Downtown! She keeps a busy schedule and welcomes believers to look after her room while away. This Christmas, you’re invited to snuggle up cozy, and sit amidst the sparkle of Mrs. Kringle’s private quarters.
This fully decorated holiday suite, features two sparkling Christmas trees, tabletop adornments, room decorations and holiday-themed furniture complete with seasonal velvet bedding and pillows. Perfect for up to 4 guests!
Overnight Includes: Note from Mrs. Kringle, Milk and Cookies, Self-Parking
When: November 4 – January 8, 2023
Where: Hotel Indigo Cleveland Downtown, 651 Huron Road, Cleveland, OH 44115
Phone: 216-377-9000
Craft Shows and Holiday Markets
FREE Marketplace Holiday Gala {Find Out More}
Where: Gervasi Vineyard Marketplace, 1700 55th St. NE, Canton, OH 44721
When: November 3-4, 2022
FREE Christmas Open House at Hartville Hardware {Find Out More}
Where: Hartville Hardware, 1315 Edison St. NW, Hartville, OH 44632
When: November 4-5, 2022
“Rec the Halls” Holiday Boutique {Find Out More}
Where: The Gemini Center, 21225 Lorain Rd., Fairview Park, OH 44126
When: Saturday, November 5, 2022
FREE Home for the Holidays Christmas Market {Find Out More}
Where: SouthPark Mall, 500 SouthPark Ctr., Strongsville, OH 44136
When: Saturday, November 5, 2022
FREE Harvest Bazaar Craft & Vendor Show {Find Out More}
Where: Crocker Park, 172 Market St., Westlake, OH 44145
When: Saturday, November 5, 2022
FREE Holly Days Artisan Boutique & Mistletoe Market
Where: The West Woods, 9465 Kinsman Rd. (Route 87), Russell, OH 44072
When:
– Saturday, November 4, 2022 {Find Out More}
– Saturday, November 5, 2022 {Find Out More}
FREE Louisville Holiday Shop Hop {Find Out More}
Where: Multiple locations in Louisville, OH
When: November 10-12, 2022
FREE Burton Village Holiday Open House {Find Out More}
Where: Participating businesses in Burton Village, OH
When: November 11-13, 2022
Undercover Charm's Christmas Open House {Find Out More}
Where: 14531 N. Cheshire, Burton, OH 44021
When: November 11-13, 2022
FREE 9th Annual Christmas Craft & Vendor Expo {Find Out More}
Where: St. Clement Hall (Holy Family Parish), 216 E. Wooster St., Navarre, OH 44662
When: Saturday, November 12, 2022
Rocky River Fall Avant-Garde Art & Craft Show {Find Out More}
Where: Rocky River Memorial Hall, 21016 Hilliard Blvd., Rocky River, OH 44116
When: Saturday & Sunday, November 12-13, 2022
29th Annual Warther Tree Festival {Find Out More}
Where: The Warther Museum and Gardens, 331 Karl Ave., Dover, OH, 44622
When: November 12-20, 2022
FREE Christmas in Killarney Craft Show {Find Out More}
Where: B&O Station, 530 Mahoning Ave., Youngstown, OH 44502
When: Sunday, November 13, 2022
FREE Holiday Market & Craft Show {Find Out More}
Where: Austintown Township Park, 6000 Kirk Rd., Austintown, OH 44515
When: Sunday, November 13, 2022
Painesville Holiday Shop & Stroll {Find Out More}
Where: Painesville, OH 44060
When: Thursday, November 17, 2022
FREE North Royalton High School PTA Holiday Craft Show {Find Out More}
Where: North Royalton High School, 14713 Ridge Rd., North Royalton, OH 44133
When: Saturday, November 19, 2022
FREE FAA Holiday Marketplace {Find Out More}
Where: The Fine Arts Association, 38660 Mentor Ave., Willoughby, OH 44094
When: Saturday, November 19, 2022
FREE Santa's Village & Holiday Market at Crocker Park {Find Out More}
Where: Crocker Park, 172 Crocker Park Blvd., Westlake, OH 44145 (near The Cheesecake Factory)
When: November 19-December 24, 2022
– Holiday Market
Avon Winter Avant-Garde Art & Craft Show {Find Out More}
Where: Emerald Event Center, 33040 Just Imagine Dr., Avon, OH 44011
When: Saturday, November 26, 2022
FREE Christmas on the Farm {Find Out More}
Where: Molnar Farms, 3115 E. Western Reserve Rd., Poland, OH 44514
When: Saturday, November 26, 2022
FREE Corso's Merry Market {Find Out More}
Where: Corso's Flower & Garden Center, 3404 Milan Rd., Sandusky, OH 44870
When: Thursday, December 1, 2022
FREE Holiday Market on the Farm {Find Out More}
Where: Hale Farm & Village, 2686 Oak Hill Rd., Peninsula, OH 44264
When: Friday, December 2, 2022
FREE Christmas Treasure Sale {Find Out More}
Where: Conneaut Arts Center, 1025 Buffalo St., Conneaut, OH 44030
When: December 2-3, 2022
FREE 51st Annual American Holiday at The Butler Arts & Crafts Show {Find Out More}
Where: Butler Institute of American Art, 524 Wick Ave., Youngstown, OH 44502
When: December 3-4, 2022
FREE The Van Aken District Holiday Makers Market {Find Out More}
Where: The Van Aken District Market, 3401 Tuttle Rd., Shaker Heights, OH 44122
When: Saturdays, December 3 & 17, 2022
FREE Christkindl Markt {Find Out More}
Where: Boulevard of 500 Flags, 35150 Lake Shore Blvd., Eastlake, OH 44095
When: Sunday, December 4, 2022
FREE Holiday Craft Fair at Lorain Metroparks {Find Out More}
Where: Henry’s Barn, 46223 US-20, Oberlin, OH 44074
When: Sunday, December 4, 2022
FREE ODDMALL: Chrishanukwanzmadan {Find Out More}
Where: Cultural Center for the Arts, 1001 Market Ave. N, Canton, OH 44702
When: December 9-11, 2022
FREE Hudson Christkindlmarkt {Find Out More}
Where: Clocktower Green, 139 N. Main St., Hudson, OH 44236
When: December 9-11, 2022
FREE Solon Hometown Holiday Market {Find Out More}
Where: Solon Community Center, 35000 Portz Pkwy., Solon, OH 44139
When: Saturday, December 10, 2022
FREE Hudson Christkindlmarkt {Find Out More}
Where: Clock Tower Green, 139 N. Main St., Hudson, OH 44236
When: December 9-11, 2022
Holiday Performances
A Celtic Christmas {Find Out More}
Where: Hanna Theatre, 2067 E. 14th St., Cleveland, OH, 44115
When: Saturday, November 26, 2022 [REGISTER]
Great Lakes Theater Presents “A Christmas Carol” {Find Out More}
Where: Mimi Ohio Theatre, 1511 Euclid Ave., Cleveland, OH 44115
When: Select days, November 25-December 23, 2022 [REGISTER]
Cleveland Pops Holiday Spectacular {Find Out More}
Where: Connor Palace, 1615 Euclid Ave., Cleveland, OH 44115
When: Sunday, November 27, 2022 [REGISTER]
Cleveland Opera Theatre Holiday Performance {Find Out More}
Where: Cleveland Foundation Skating Rink, 3 Public Square, Cleveland, OH 44115
When: Friday, December 2, 2022
Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer {Find Out More}
Where: Connor Palace, 1615 Euclid Ave., Cleveland, OH 44115
When: December 2-4, 2022 [REGISTER]
FREE Holiday Planetarium Show: Let it Snow {Find out More}
Where: Ward Beecher Planetarium at Youngstown State University, Lincoln Ave., Youngstown, OH 44502
When: Fridays & Saturdays, December 2-17, 2022
FREE Holiday Planetarium Show: The Alien Who Stole Christmas {Find out More}
Where: Ward Beecher Planetarium at Youngstown State University, Lincoln Ave., Youngstown, OH 44502
When: Saturdays, December 3 & 10, 2022
Cleveland Play House Presents “Light it Up! {Find Out More}
Where: Allen Theatre, 1407 Euclid Ave., Cleveland, OH 44115
When: Select days, December 3-22, 2022 [REGISTER]
FREE Christmas Family Experience & Jingle Jam Show {Find Out More}
Where: Crossroads Community Church Doylestown, 700 Gates, Doylestown, OH 44230
When: Sunday, December 4, 2022
Baby Shark Live! The Christmas Show {Find Out More}
Where: Akron Civic Theatre, 182 S. Main St., Akron, OH 44308
When: Wednesday, December 7, 2022 [REGISTER]
Sounds of the Holiday Concert {Find Out More}
Where: Exploration Gateway @ Sippo Lake Park, 5712 12th St. NW, Canton 44708
When: Thursday, December 8, 2022
Alliance Symphony Orchestra Big Band's Christmas Concert {Find Out More}
Where: Minerva High School, 501 Almeda Ave., Minerva, OH 44657
When: Friday, December 9, 2022 [REGISTER]
Lightwire: A Very Electric Christmas {Find Out More}
Where: Akron Civic Theatre, 182 S. Main St., Akron, OH 44308
When: Saturday, December 17, 2022 [REGISTER]
Sparkly Bows & Mistletoe – Nostalgic Holiday Harmony {Find Out More}
Where: Akron Civic Theatre, 182 S. Main St., Akron, OH 44308
When: Sunday, December 18, 2022 [REGISTER]
Winter Wonderettes {Find Out More}
Where: Ashtabula Arts Center, 2928 W. 13th St., Ashtabula, OH 44004
When: Sundays, December 11 & 18, 2022 [REGISTER]
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