Things to do

Looking for a socially distanced way to connect with the jolly old elf this year? Make a splash with these unique opportunities from the Greater Cleveland Aquarium: Scuba Claus Meet & Greet Days and Personalized Underwater Scuba Claus Greetings. ...

View the cast of 25 Beck Center Youth Theater student performers in a play that drops them into a whirlwind plot where everything goes wrong. This live, virtual production, perfect for all ages, opens today, Thursday, December 10 through 13. ...

Whether it’s in-person or online via livestream and Zoom, celebrate Chanukah at one of the following family-friendly events taking place in the greater Cleveland/Akron area this month. ...

Even during the COVID-19 pandemic, the magic of the holiday season still shines brightly. While photos with Santa may look a little different this year, there still are many opportunities in the greater Cleveland/Akron area to take your kids to visit jolly old St. Nick. ...

StoneWater Golf Club in Highland Heights has a 2020 approach, which includes more seating times, but fewer guests per seating, social distance guidelines, and a family-style meal. Santa will be on hand, but behind a plexi shield barrier. Families will be called up by table to say hello and safely take their photo with Santa.  ...

Hale Farm & Village transport guests to the holiday season in the nineteenth century Western Reserve. Attendees will take a lantern-lit stroll through Wheatfield Village in small groups for the outdoor programming. The historic houses set a backdrop to explore holiday customs and folklore. ...

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Now through April, the "Bird in the Hand Feeding Station" has returned to The West Woods in Russell Township. Find out how to bundle up and feed these hungry birds with your family for this educational adventure. ...

Magic of Lights is a dazzling, drive-through holiday lights experience at the Cuyahoga Country Fairgrounds, featuring favorite holiday scenes and characters of the season using the latest LED technology and digital animations. Find out more how your family can wind through the sparkling path of this holiday tradition. ...

Compounding the gift selection problem is the increase in technology-based toys and games. Parents, grandparents, aunts, uncles or anyone giving gifts this year can choose any of these options for the holidays. ...