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November 17, 2024 - November 24, 2024
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November 17
The North Pole Adventure
November 17
26-mile, 90-minute excursion to the enchanting North Pole. Cuyahoga Valley Scenic Railroad, Akron Northside Station, 27 Ridge St., cvsr.com
November 17
Trekking Through Autumn
November 17
Hike eight or more designated trails and receive an award. Medina County Park District, medinacountyparks.com
November 17
Fall Hiking Spree
November 17
Explore the colors while enjoying the fall colors. First-year hikers earn a staff and shield. summitmetroparks.org
November 17
Wild Hikes Challenge
November 17
Walk, hike, skip, jog, run or stroll on eight designated trails before Dec. 31 to earn a hiking staff (first year) and/or a 2024 Wild Hikes medallion. portgageparkdistrict.org
November 17
Garden of Lights: Alice in Wonderland
November 17
Dazzling light display inspired by the classic fairy tale, with illuminated character lanterns like Alice, the Mad Hatter, and the Queen of Hearts. The Crawford Barn, 5563 Raiders Road, Frazeysburg, gardenoflights.com
November 18
The North Pole Adventure
November 18
26-mile, 90-minute excursion to the enchanting North Pole. Cuyahoga Valley Scenic Railroad, Akron Northside Station, 27 Ridge St., cvsr.com
November 18
Trekking Through Autumn
November 18
Hike eight or more designated trails and receive an award. Medina County Park District, medinacountyparks.com
November 18
Fall Hiking Spree
November 18
Explore the colors while enjoying the fall colors. First-year hikers earn a staff and shield. summitmetroparks.org
November 18
Wild Hikes Challenge
November 18
Walk, hike, skip, jog, run or stroll on eight designated trails before Dec. 31 to earn a hiking staff (first year) and/or a 2024 Wild Hikes medallion. portgageparkdistrict.org
November 18
Garden of Lights: Alice in Wonderland
November 18
Dazzling light display inspired by the classic fairy tale, with illuminated character lanterns like Alice, the Mad Hatter, and the Queen of Hearts. The Crawford Barn, 5563 Raiders Road, Frazeysburg, gardenoflights.com
November 19
The North Pole Adventure
November 19
26-mile, 90-minute excursion to the enchanting North Pole. Cuyahoga Valley Scenic Railroad, Akron Northside Station, 27 Ridge St., cvsr.com
November 19
Trekking Through Autumn
November 19
Hike eight or more designated trails and receive an award. Medina County Park District, medinacountyparks.com
November 19
Fall Hiking Spree
November 19
Explore the colors while enjoying the fall colors. First-year hikers earn a staff and shield. summitmetroparks.org
November 19
Wild Hikes Challenge
November 19
Walk, hike, skip, jog, run or stroll on eight designated trails before Dec. 31 to earn a hiking staff (first year) and/or a 2024 Wild Hikes medallion. portgageparkdistrict.org
November 19
Garden of Lights: Alice in Wonderland
November 19
Dazzling light display inspired by the classic fairy tale, with illuminated character lanterns like Alice, the Mad Hatter, and the Queen of Hearts. The Crawford Barn, 5563 Raiders Road, Frazeysburg, gardenoflights.com
November 20
The North Pole Adventure
November 20
26-mile, 90-minute excursion to the enchanting North Pole. Cuyahoga Valley Scenic Railroad, Akron Northside Station, 27 Ridge St., cvsr.com
November 20
Trekking Through Autumn
November 20
Hike eight or more designated trails and receive an award. Medina County Park District, medinacountyparks.com
November 20
Fall Hiking Spree
November 20
Explore the colors while enjoying the fall colors. First-year hikers earn a staff and shield. summitmetroparks.org
November 20
Wild Hikes Challenge
November 20
Walk, hike, skip, jog, run or stroll on eight designated trails before Dec. 31 to earn a hiking staff (first year) and/or a 2024 Wild Hikes medallion. portgageparkdistrict.org
November 20
Garden of Lights: Alice in Wonderland
November 20
Dazzling light display inspired by the classic fairy tale, with illuminated character lanterns like Alice, the Mad Hatter, and the Queen of Hearts. The Crawford Barn, 5563 Raiders Road, Frazeysburg, gardenoflights.com
November 21
The North Pole Adventure
November 21
26-mile, 90-minute excursion to the enchanting North Pole. Cuyahoga Valley Scenic Railroad, Akron Northside Station, 27 Ridge St., cvsr.com
November 21
Trekking Through Autumn
November 21
Hike eight or more designated trails and receive an award. Medina County Park District, medinacountyparks.com
November 21
Fall Hiking Spree
November 21
Explore the colors while enjoying the fall colors. First-year hikers earn a staff and shield. summitmetroparks.org
November 21
Wild Hikes Challenge
November 21
Walk, hike, skip, jog, run or stroll on eight designated trails before Dec. 31 to earn a hiking staff (first year) and/or a 2024 Wild Hikes medallion. portgageparkdistrict.org
November 21
Garden of Lights: Alice in Wonderland
November 21
Dazzling light display inspired by the classic fairy tale, with illuminated character lanterns like Alice, the Mad Hatter, and the Queen of Hearts. The Crawford Barn, 5563 Raiders Road, Frazeysburg, gardenoflights.com
November 22
The North Pole Adventure
November 22
26-mile, 90-minute excursion to the enchanting North Pole. Cuyahoga Valley Scenic Railroad, Akron Northside Station, 27 Ridge St., cvsr.com
November 22
Medina Candlelight Walk
November 22
Shops and restaurants of the nine-block Medina historic district will be open later to welcome local residents and visiting guests. Medina Public Square, mainstreetmedina.com
November 22
Magic of Lights
November 22
Family-friendly drive-through of holiday lights. Cuyahoga County Fairgrounds, 19201 E. Bagley Rd., Middleburg Hts., magicoflights.com
November 22
Trekking Through Autumn
November 22
Hike eight or more designated trails and receive an award. Medina County Park District, medinacountyparks.com
November 22
Fall Hiking Spree
November 22
Explore the colors while enjoying the fall colors. First-year hikers earn a staff and shield. summitmetroparks.org
November 23
Event of the Week: Crocker Park's Annual Tree Lighting Celebration
November 23
Visit Crocker Park for the Annual Tree Lighting Celebration on Saturday, November 23. The party starts with the Holiday Block Party at 4 p.m. The evening features live performances, food trucks, and magical entertainment, all building toward the highlight of the evening—Santa's arrival and the lighting of the tree.
November 23 @ 11:00 am - 2:30 pm
Winter Blitz Brunch with Grinch
November 23 @ 11:00 am - 2:30 pm
Join us for a festive Character Brunch at Gridiron Gastropub, where holiday cheer meets delicious food!
November 23
The North Pole Adventure
November 23
26-mile, 90-minute excursion to the enchanting North Pole. Cuyahoga Valley Scenic Railroad, Akron Northside Station, 27 Ridge St., cvsr.com
November 23
Santa Visits Lehman's
November 23
Bring the little ones to meet Santa. Lehman’s, 4779 Kidron Rd., Dalton, lehmans.com
November 23
Medina Candlelight Walk
November 23
Shops and restaurants of the nine-block Medina historic district will be open later to welcome local residents and visiting guests. Medina Public Square, mainstreetmedina.com
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