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Things to do in January – Best Events, Outings & More!

Last Updated: 1/7/2021

Kick 2021 off on a high note with family fun around town. From outdoor activities to winter getaways, there’s lots to do!

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As low as $99 per night for a Family Suite at Great Wolf Lodge. Spring Break Dates included.

Play 3 games of laser tag and get a $5 game card to play vintage arcade games for only $16 Details here​​

Still Available -> Up to 50% off self-guided tours of Mansfield Reformatory. This is where The Shawshank Redemption was filmed. Get tickets here

Top Things to do in January

Discover the Best Sledding Hills in Northeast Ohio

If you are wondering where the Best Places to Go Sledding in Northeast Ohio, this list is for you! From state parks to top neighborhood hills, browse through the list of top sledding spots organized by county.

Experience Toboggan Chutes

You've been sledding down hills but have you ever been to the toboggan chutes? If not, it's time to make your way to the Cleveland Metroparks and try it out! This year reservations are required and time slots are filling fast. {Find Out More}

Feed Chickadees from the palm of your Hand

It's an experience you won't want to miss! The feeling of tiny bird feet on your hand as they snack on the sunflower seeds is sure to bring a smile to your face. During the winter months, the following locations offer this fun filed experience.

Bird in Hand at Beech Creek – Saturdays & Sundays from noon-3pm – Enjoy the fresh winter air as you explore the outdoors and connect with nature. Visitors will also enjoy a warm outdoor fire, hot cocoa, and marshmallows for roasting. Bring the whole family to this unique experience! Admission rates apply {Find Out More}

FREE Hand-Feed Chickadee at Brecksville Reservation – Saturday & Sundays from 10am-noon – Bring your own black oil sunflower seed and stop by the nature center for instructions on how to make this experience one to remember. {Find Out More}

FREE Bird in the Hand Feeding Station at The West Woods – Daily between 10am-4pm – Geauga Parks District has a dedicated spot at The West Woods where guest can hand feed birds. {Find Out More}

Head to a First Friday Celebration

During the first Friday of the month, these events typically highlight local small businesses, attractions and restaurants with fun activities the entire family can enjoy! Here's a few happening in this month:

Canton First Friday Ice and Light – Friday, January 1, 2021 – It's ICE NIGHT and the Kickoff of The Illumination Festival. Check out 20 carvings throughout the Canton Arts District. {Find Out More}

First Friday Medina: Bundle Up & Step Out – Friday, January 8 – Put on your warm woolens and step our for some fun hot deals, warm meals and good exercise. {Find Out More}

Partake in Winter Festival Fun

Yes, many of the festivals are canceled this year, but there are still some options you can enjoy. 

Illumination Canton Light Festival – Every Friday & Saturday 6pm-9pm – Outdoor visual experience spanning multiple downtown destinations. Start at the Cultural Center for the Arts and continue to visit all eight Illumination locations. Check-in at each location on the path with the Illumination Pass and you're entered to win a getaway to Gervasi Vineyard. {Find Out More}

Mohican Winter Fest – January 9; 11am-6pm – Bring the family down to check out all the ice sculptures that line the street and watch the live carving demos. {Find Out More}

Stay Out of the Cold and Burn Off Energy at One of the Indoor Fun Spots

Character Appearances at Cafe O'Play – Saturday mornings at 11am – During Open Play, a different special character makes an appearance. This month characters include: Little Mermaid, Captain America, Wonder Woman, Peter Pan & Tinkerbell and Elena of Avalor. Let your kids meet and greet them while they play. For everyone's health and safety, space is limited, so make your reservations today! {Find Out More}

Body Worlds Exhibit at the Great Lakes Science Center – BODY WORLDS Rx gives unprecedented look inside the human body. Explore the human body in a fascinating way – from organs to muscles to the nervous system and to skeletal structures. It's such a unique experience. {Find Out More}

Book a Winter Getaway 

Want a change of scenery without going too far from home? We've got you covered with ideas for an adult weekend away or a family adventure.

Stay Overnight in a Treehouse – Our top picks for Treehouse Rentals in Ohio includes 11 locations with options for families and date night. 

Head out on a Romantic Getaway – Get a sitter for the kids and head to one of these amazing Romantic Getaways in Ohio including suites with private swimming pools, luxury villas, inns and spas. Yes Please!

Splash in an Indoor Waterparks – Pretend it's actually summer at one of these Indoor Waterparks in Ohio. And bonus, you don't need to worry about applying sunblock or getting a sunburn!

Celebrate Martin Luther King Jr. Day

Because schools are closed to observe the holiday, you may be looking for fun things to do. Thankfully there are many fun activities planned. Some of the events are specifically designed to remember Martin Luther King Jr., while others are just fun options to get you out of the house. {Find Out More}

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