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Events for December 5, 2026

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$60 – $110

The North Pole Adventure

November 13 - December 22
Cuyahoga Valley Scenic Railroad, Rockside Station, 7900 Old Rockside Road
Independence,

Enjoy a festive 90-minute train ride featuring holiday music, treats, elves and a visit from Santa. Trains depart from Rockside Station at

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Sweet Street

November 17, 2026 - January 4, 2027
Eton Chagrin Boulevard, 28601 Chagrin Blvd.
Woodmere, OH 44122 United States

Stroll through a colorful display of gummy bears, lollipops and other sweet-themed artwork. The art show is painted by teen and young-adult

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Free

Candy Land: Wild About Winter

November 21, 2026 - January 3, 2027
Penitentiary Glen Reservation, 8668 Kirtland Chardon Road
Kirtland, OH 44094 United States

An indoor magical wonderland brings this favorite family game to life! This year, Candy Land has gone Wild About Winter, taking families

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Free – $21

Tropical Holiday

November 21, 2026 - January 3, 2027
Cleveland Botanical Garden, 11030 East Blvd.
Cleveland, OH 44106 United States

Explore lush tropical plants, island-inspired adventures, a festive marketplace and holiday surprises throughout the gardens at Cleveland Botanical Garden. This year's show

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$28 – $60

A Christmas Carol

November 27 - December 20
Mimi Ohio Theatre, 1511 Euclid Ave.
Cleveland, OH 44115 United States

Open your heart to Charles Dickens’ classic tale of one man’s ultimate redemption in Great Lakes Theater’s production of A Christmas Carol,

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$12 – $28

Deck the Hall: Holidays Through the Decades

November 27 - December 30
Stan Hwyet Hall & Gardens, 714 North Portage Path
Akron, OH 44303 United States

Experience the estate illuminated with sparkling holiday lights and beautifully decorated rooms. This year's theme, Holidays Through the Decades, takes visitors through

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$36 – $90

Annie

November 28 - December 27
Allen Theatre at Playhouse Square, 1407 Euclid Ave.
Cleveland,

Because sometimes, all it takes is one plucky dreamer—bright, bold, and unshakable—to remind us all that the sun will come out tomorrow!

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Free – $15.71

Matilda The Musical Jr.

December 4 - December 5
Berkshire Schools K-12, 14155 Claridon Troy Road
Burton, OH 44021 United States

Experience the magical story of Matilda and her schoolmates as they learn to change their stories. Fairmount Center for the Arts Youth

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Free – $27

Wild Lights

December 4 - December 5
Akron Zoo, 505 Euclid Ave
Akron, OH 44307 United States

Dazzling displays, festive treats, warm beverages and holiday activities light up the Akron Zoo this season, with Santa and Wild Lights "Wow!"

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Free – $12

A Bavarian Christkindlmarkt

December 4 - December 6
Cuyahoga County Fairgrounds, 19201 E. Bagley Road
Middleburg Heights, OH 44130 United States

Shop handcrafted gifts, enjoy authentic German food and Glühwein, and take in holiday entertainment at this outdoor German-style Christmas market with 50+

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$27.50

Country Lights Drive-Thru

December 4 - December 6
Lake Metroparks Farmpark, 8800 Euclid Chardon Rd.
Kirtland, OH 44094 United States

Enjoy the festivities from the warmth of your own vehicles. Wind through Farmpark's roadways for an evening of holiday lights and displays,

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How to Dance in Ohio

December 4, 2026 - January 3, 2027
Beck Center for the Arts, 17801 Detroit Ave.
Lakewood, OH 44107 United States

Based on the documentary, this heartfelt musical follows a group of teens with autism as they prepare for a dance while navigating

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$15

Bright Star

December 4 - December 6
French Creek Theatre, 4530 Colorado Ave,
Sheffield Village, OH 44054 United States

This moving tale explores love, loss, and the redemptive power of hope. French Creek Theatre's musical features a Tony-nominated score by Steve

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$14 – $18

A Night of Holiday One Acts

December 4 - December 20
Stow Players, 5238 Young Road
Stow, OH 44224 United States

A Night of Holiday One Acts features two comedies, “Santa Claus Might Not Be Coming to Town” and “Suzie Scrooge,” performed by

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Christmas in Zoar

December 5
Historic Zoar Village, 198 Main St.
Zoar, OH 44697 United States

Experience Historic Zoar Village in all its Christmas splendor! Listen to live, festive music as you learn about early American and German

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Acting Adventures

December 5
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An event every week that begins at 12:00 am on Saturday, repeating until December 19, 2026

Beck Center for the Arts 17801 Detroit Ave.
Lakewood, 44107
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Children are introduced to theater through improvised imagination. Each week, students collectively conquer a new adventure, focus on projecting their voices, taking

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Breakfast with Santa

December 5 - December 6
Lake Metroparks Farmpark, 8800 Euclid Chardon Rd.
Kirtland, OH 44094 United States

Enjoy breakfast, a winter wagon ride and witness a holiday-themed equine presentation. Families start with breakfast and a visit from Santa in

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Ballet Theatre of Ohio’s Nutcracker

December 5 - December 6
Akron Civic Theatre, 182 S Main St
Akron, OH 44308 United States

This classic has become a treasured holiday tradition for families of all ages. Ballet Theatre of Ohio brings its Nutcracker to the

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9:00 am

Free

Santa in the Cabin

December 5 @ 9:00 am - 3:00 pm
Rotary Club of Hudson Scout Cabin, 2 W. Streetsboro St.
Hudson, OH 44236 United States

Cozy visits with Santa in the Cabin and family portraits by the elves. Santa and Mrs. Claus arrive by firetruck at 9

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4:00 pm

Free

Light Up Lakewood

December 5 @ 4:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Downtown Lakewood, Detroit Avenue between Arthur and Marlowe Avenues
Lakewood, OH 44107 United States

Celebrate the holidays with a festive afternoon of community activities and seasonal entertainment. Presented by LakewoodAlive and sponsored by First Federal Lakewood,

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