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November 2026
Candy Land: Wild About Winter
An indoor magical wonderland brings this favorite family game to life! This year, Candy Land has gone Wild About Winter, taking families on a wintry adventure to discover the secrets above and beneath the snow. Enjoy a themed craft, scavenger hunts, hands-on exhibits and hot chocolate. On weekends, Saturdays feature animal chats and s’mores around a campfire, and Sundays offer animal enrichment demonstrations. Open 10 a.m.–5 p.m. daily. Closed Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve, Christmas, New Year’s Eve and New Year’s Day.…
Find out more »Tropical Holiday
Explore lush tropical plants, island-inspired adventures, a festive marketplace and holiday surprises throughout the gardens at Cleveland Botanical Garden. This year's show blends vintage Christmas with tropical tiki style. It includes a storybook scavenger hunt through the Madagascar and Costa Rica glasshouses, indoor and outdoor holiday lights, an expanded play area, the return of the big slide, holiday crafts and a tropical-themed gingerbread competition.Open Nov. 21–Jan. 3. Regular hours are Tue.–Wed., 10 a.m.–6 p.m.; Thu.–Sat., 10 a.m.–9 p.m.; and Sun.,…
Find out more »Light Up the Park Holiday Celebration
Enjoy a festive afternoon of live reindeer, ice sculptures, crafts, holiday shopping, carols, and more at Veterans' Memorial Park in Avon Lake. The city listing shows 3–6 p.m. on Saturday, Nov. 21.Last year's city-hosted celebration was free and ended with a park lighting ceremony. Check the city's website before you go to confirm this year's hours and activities. Visit avonlake.org for details.
Find out more »Crocker Park Tree Lighting
Crocker Park will welcome back the 50-foot Christmas tree with its annual tree-lighting ceremony. A holiday block party with live entertainment, family activities, local vendors and seasonal treats runs from 4–8 p.m., and Santa arrives at 7 p.m. to light the tree. Visit crockerpark.com for details.
Find out more »Thanksgiving Dinner
Enjoy a free traditional Thanksgiving meal with turkey, stuffing, mashed potatoes and dessert. The Warren Family Mission's annual dinner is served Wednesday, Nov. 25, from noon–2 p.m. at the mission, 155 Tod Ave. NW, Warren. That is the day before Thanksgiving.This year's menu also includes gravy, sweet potato, corn, rolls with butter, pop and coffee. Dine in, or pick up a to-go meal outside the red trailer. Visit warrenfamilymission.org for details.
Find out more »A Christmas Carol
Open your heart to Charles Dickens’ classic tale of one man’s ultimate redemption in Great Lakes Theater’s production of A Christmas Carol, a Northeast Ohio holiday tradition for all ages. Performances Thursdays and Fridays at 7:30 p.m., Saturdays at 1:30 and 7:30 p.m., and Sundays at 3 p.m. (opening Friday, Nov. 27). Visit playhousesquare.org for tickets.
Find out more »Holiday Ice & Lights Festival
Bundle up for a festive outdoor celebration featuring holiday lights and seasonal activities at Lake Metroparks Farmpark. Sit on Santa’s North Pole throne made of ice, watch ice carvers create holiday characters, take a tractor-drawn wagon ride through the light displays, and visit Santa in his sleigh. Also enjoy a holiday-themed horse show, the North Pole Train Display and cookie decorating at the North Pole Cookie Shop (small additional fee). Open 4–9 p.m. Nov. 27–29 and Dec. 18–23. Admission is…
Find out more »Wild Lights
Dazzling displays, festive treats, warm beverages and holiday activities light up the Akron Zoo this season, with Santa and Wild Lights "Wow!" moments throughout the park. Wild Lights runs 5–9 p.m. on select nights: Nov. 20–21, Nov. 27–28, Dec. 4–5, Dec. 11–13, Dec. 18–23 and Dec. 26–27. The event is closed on all other dates, including Dec. 24–25.Tickets are $20–$27 for adults and $16–$23 for children. Akron Zoo members pay $16–$23 for adults, and member children are free. Dates can…
Find out more »Deck the Hall: Holidays Through the Decades
Experience the estate illuminated with sparkling holiday lights and beautifully decorated rooms. This year's theme, Holidays Through the Decades, takes visitors through the Manor House from the 2020s back to the Victorian era. Guests can also see the Dazzle Light Show and the poinsettia display in the Corbin Conservatory, and try the famous gingerbread cookies. Santa visits from 4–8 p.m. through Dec. 23.Deck the Hall runs Nov. 27–Dec. 30 from 3–9 p.m., with last admission at 8 p.m. It is…
Find out more »Christmas Tours
Experience the holiday season like never before with a Christmas tour at Historic Zoar Village. Learn about the rich history of German and American Christmas customs while enjoying the festive atmosphere of Zoars charming, historically preserved village. Its a perfect way to celebrate the season and immerse yourself in a unique holiday experience that’s fun for the whole family! Guided tours take you around the village as you hear the stories and history of Christmas past. Tours are by reservation…
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