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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
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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 »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 »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 »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 »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 »Family FUNday
Family-friendly games, movement-based activities, art and more. First Sunday of each month. 1-4 p.m.
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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 »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 »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,
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Sensory Santa
Visit Santa with the music off and guest traffic limited. 8:30-10:30 a.m. Great Northern Mall, 4954 Great Northern Mall, North Olmsted, greatnorthernohio.com
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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 »Hands on Holidays
Join us for a festive celebration filled with holiday cheer! Enjoy holiday craft stations, engaging hands-on science activities, and a special visit
Find out more »Storytime with Santa
Join us for a magical storytime at the Botanical Garden, where holiday tales come to life in a winter wonderland! Enjoy a
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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
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Kids Maker Fest
For young entrepreneurs who are just starting out or who have established businesses. 11 a.m.-3 p.m. Akron Art Museum, 1 S. High St., Akron, akronartmuseum.org
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Hudson Holiday Walk
Join the Merchants of Hudson as they welcome shoppers and diners with activities for the entire family. 12-4 p.m. firstandmainhudson.com
Find out more »Hudson Holiday Walk
Join Downtown Hudson businesses as they welcome shoppers and diners with activities for the entire family. Enjoy an appearance by Santa, children's crafts and activities, a hot cocoa warm up station, and more!
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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.
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Santa’s Wild Workshop
Make a toy in Santa's workshop, decorate cookies with Mrs. Claus, play games and visit with Old Saint Nick. 4-6 p.m. Wildwood Cultural Center, 7645 Little Mountain Road, Mentor, cityofmentor.com
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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
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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 »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
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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
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