While we make every effort to ensure events are up-to-date, some may have been postponed or canceled. We recommend checking with the venue or organization before attending any of the following events.
Events Search and Views Navigation
All Day
Holiday Silent Comedy Shorts Family Matinee
Bring the kids for a pre-holiday family matinee of comedy shorts! Dr. Philip Carli, pianist at the George Eastman Museum, who wowed
Find out more »
Funny Bus Lights & Laughs Holiday Tours
Put some spice into your winter holidays with Funny Bus Lights & Laughs Holiday Tours! These tours feature a special route and
Find out more »The North Pole Adventure
26-mile, 90-minute excursion to the enchanting North Pole. Cuyahoga Valley Scenic Railroad, Akron Northside Station, 27 Ridge St., cvsr.com
Find out more »Magic of Lights
Family-friendly drive-through of holiday lights. Cuyahoga County Fairgrounds, 19201 E. Bagley Rd., Middleburg Hts., magicoflights.com
Find out more »Ballet Theatre of Ohio presents “The Nutcracker”
This classic has become a treasured holiday tradition for families of all ages. Akron Civic Theatre, 182 S. Main St., akroncivic.com
Find out more »A Christmas Story
The record-breaking show returns in all its pink-bunny-suit, glowing-leg-lamp, triple-dog-daring glory. Allen Theatre at Playhouse Square, 1407 Euclid Ave, Cleveland, playhousesquare.org
Find out more »Event of the Week: Holiday Sip, Shop & Stroll
Immerse yourself in the festive spirit as you explore the latest seasonal fashion trends. Enjoy making delicious s’mores on The Lawn, capturing joyful holiday photos, meet costumed characters, watch an ice carver and soak in the magic of a strolling Santa on Saturday, December 7, from 3-6 p.m at Legacy Village.
Find out more »Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat
The irresistible family-friendly musical about family! Go on the journey of the trials and triumphs of Joseph, the favorite son of Israel. Beck Center for the Arts, 17801 Detroit Ave., Lakewood, beckcenter.org
Find out more »Matilda The Musical
Captivating masterpiece that revels in the anarchy of childhood, the power of imagination and the inspiring story of a girl who dreams of a better life. The Fine Arts Association, 38660 Mentor Ave., Willoughby, fineartsassociation.org
Find out more »Breakfast with Santa at Lake Metroparks Farmpark
November 30, December 1, 7–8, 14–15, & 21–22, 2024 Breakfast times: 9:00 or 10:30 a.m. Families are invited to share a festive
Find out more »Santa’s Sleigh
Take your picture in the fastest sleigh in the world. Crocker Park, 177 Market St., Westlake, crockerpark.com
Find out more »Magic of Lights
Family-friendly drive-through of holiday lights. Cuyahoga County Fairgrounds, 19201 E. Bagley Rd., Middleburg Hts., magicoflights.com
Find out more »Frost: An Ice-capped Garden Experience
Winter botanical displays, holiday lights and immersive, themed rooms will transport you to an enchanting world. Cleveland Botanical Garden, 11030 East Blvd., University Circle, cbgarden.org
Find out more »A Christmas Carol
A spectacular adaptation of Charles Dickens' most well-known story. Akron Civic Theatre, 182 S. Main St., akroncivic.com
Find out more »The Best Christmas Pageant Ever
Riotous laughter and unexpected sweetness emerge in this hilarious holiday story. Magical Theatre Company, 565 W. Tuscarawas Ave., Barberton, magicaltheatre.org
Find out more »Celebrate the Season
A celebration of dance including ballet, jazz, tap and contemporary to well known and loved holiday music. Beck Center for the Arts, 17801 Detroit Ave., Lakewood, beckcenter.org
Find out more »Winter Blitz Brunch
Come celebrate the season with our Grinch and Santa Winter Blitz Brunch every Saturday from November 23 to December 21 at Gridiron
Find out more »Ongoing
Garden of Lights: Alice in Wonderland
Garden of Lights invites you to experience the enchantment of Alice in Wonderland at The Crawford Barn in Frazeysburg, Ohio. This unique,
Find out more »Photos with Santa at Belden Village Mall
Make merry memories and visit Santa at Belden Village Mall November 15th through Christmas Eve! Reservations for the Santa photo experience are
Find out more »Holiday Annual Pass Sale @CLEAquarium
Looking for a gift that’s big enough to wow but small enough to wrap? Now through December 31, Greater Cleveland Aquarium is
Find out more »9:00 am
Santa in the Cabin
Meet and Greet, including photo opportunities, with Mrs. Claus and Santa Claus begin at 9 a.m. in the Boy Scout Cabin. 27 E. Main St., Hudson, hudson.oh.us
Find out more »10:00 am
Candy Land: It’s Wild in Ohio
An indoor magical wonderland brings this favorite family game to life! 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Penitentiary Glen Reservation, 8668 Kirtland Chardon Road, Kirtland, lakemetroparks.com
Find out more »BAYarts Kids Santa Shop
Our Kids Santa Shop is back! Bring your children in to pick out special gifts for the whole family with the help
Find out more »10:30 am
Brunch with Santa
Get ready to kick off the holiday season at our very first Brunch With Santa at 159 Events on Main! This whimsical
Find out more »Brunch with Santa @ 159 Events on Main
Get ready to kick off the holiday season at our very first Brunch With Santa at 159 Events on Main! This whimsical
Find out more »11:00 am
Winter Blitz Brunch with Santa
Join us for a festive Character Brunch at Gridiron Gastropub, where holiday cheer meets delicious food! Enjoy a delightful meal filled with
Find out more »1:00 pm
A Year with Frog and Toad
Talespinner Children's Theatre presents "A Year with Frog and Toad" Performance runs approximately 60 minutes. All tickets Pay-What-You-Choose. A hit on Broadway,
Find out more »Reindeer Day in Peninsula
Live reindeer will be behind the Bronson Church from Noon. 1-3 p.m. 1712 Main St., Peninsula, peninsulaohio.com
Find out more »Autism Society of Greater Akron: Visit with Santa
Play games, create crafts with ASGA Elves, and visit with Santa in a welcoming, non-judgmental, Autism-friendly atmosphere. 1-4 p.m. Quirk Cultural Center, 1201 Grant Ave., Cuyahoga Falls, mcbdd.org
Find out more »4:00 pm
Light Up Lakewood
The most joyous of Lakewood traditions is returning to Downtown Lakewood for the 16th annual celebration. 4-8 p.m. 14701 Detroit Ave., Lakewood, lakewoodalive.com
Find out more »4:30 pm
Holiday Lights
Immerse yourself in the spirit of the holidays with the beautiful glow of these festive lights. 4:30-10 p.m. Eton Chagrin Boulevard., 28699 Chagrin Blvd., Woodmere, etonchagrinblvd.com
Find out more »5:00 pm
Wild Lights
Enjoy the wildest lighting display this holiday season. 5-9 p.m. Akron Zoo, 505 Euclid Ave., Akron, akronzoo.org
Find out more »Nature’s A-Glow
The beautiful botanical garden turns it into a winter wonderland. Friday-Sunday. 5-9 p.m. Beech Creek Botanical Garden, 11929 Beech St. NE, Alliance, beechcreekgardens.org
Find out more »Santa Claus and Furry Paws
Crafts, activities, photos, stuffed animal hospital and see animals open gifts from Santa. 5-8 p.m. Sippo Lake Park-North, 5712 12th St. NW, Canton, starkparks.com
Find out more »Lights on the Lake
Experience a free lakefront drive-thru lighted holiday display at Lakeview Park. Dusk-9 p.m. 1800 West Erie Ave., Lorain, loraincountymetroparks.com
Find out more »5:30 pm
Holiday Lights
5:30-9 p.m. Carlisle Equestrian Center, 13630 Diagonal Road (drive-through), and Carlisle Visitor Center, 12882 Diagonal Road (in person) in LaGrange. Wednesday-Sunday. loraincountymetroparks.com
Find out more »Winter Wonderland – A Holiday Celebration
It’s that time of year and Santa Claus is coming to Twinsburg’s Winter Wonderland, A Holiday Celebration on Saturday, December 7, 2024.
Find out more »7:00 pm
Disney’s Alice in Wonderland Jr.
Fall down the rabbit hole with Alice in this youth adaptation, brought to you by the student actors of Fairmount Center for the Arts! 7 p.m. 8400 Fairmount Road, Novelty, fairmountcenter.org
Find out more »7:30 pm
Winter Wonderettes
The Wonderettes transform Harper’s Hardware into a magical winter wonderland but when Santa turns up missing, the girls use their talent and creativity to save the holiday party. French Creek Theater, Avon. loraincountymetroparks.com.
Find out more »Find the best family-friendly events in Greater Cleveland! Also be sure to Like us on Facebook where we giveaway Free tickets to great events like these.