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December 2025
Light Up Lakewood
The most joyous of Lakewood traditions is returning to Downtown Lakewood for the 16th annual celebration. This is a free, family-friendly event on Detroit Avenue in Downtown Lakewood. It features a holiday parade, lighting ceremony, a beer garden, holiday train, live music, ice carvings, hot chocolate, food trucks, children’s games and more. Stroll downtown Lakewood and visit local shops and restaurants while enjoying the sights and sounds of one of Northeast Ohio’s largest holiday celebrations. 4-8 p.m.
Find out more »Santa on the Green
Santa on the Green is sponsored by the Rotary Club of Hudson. It has been a tradition in Hudson for over 45 years. During last year's celebration, more than 350 children visited Santa assisted by numerous Rotarians. The event takes place on the Hudson Gazebo Green. Santa will arrive via fire engine at 9 a.m. The Gazebo is a great place for photos with Santa and Mrs. Claus. Hudson’s Restaurant helps keep everyone warm with hot chocolate and candy canes.…
Find out more »Santa’s Wild Workshop in the Woods
Santa's Workshop is a fun holiday treat for kids ages 2 to 12. Meet Santa, Mrs. Claus, and the elves and make a toy in Santa’s workshop, decorate cookies with Mrs. Claus, play holiday games, and take a ride on the holiday train. This event is perfect way to celebrate the holiday season. Santa’s Workshop is offered at various times on December 7, 8, 9 & 12th. Residents of Mentor will pay $14 per child. Register online or call 440-974-5720.…
Find out more »Light Up Lakewood
Celebrates the season and the richness of Lakewood's vibrancy for the 16th annual celebration. This is a free, family-friendly event on Detroit Avenue in Downtown Lakewood featuring a parade, lighting ceremony, a beer garden, holiday train, live music, ice carvings, hot chocolate, food trucks, children’s games and more. Stroll downtown Lakewood and visit local shops and restaurants while taking in the sights and sounds of one of Northeast Ohio’s largest holiday celebrations. 4-8 p.m.
Find out more »Santa on the Green
Cozy visits with Santa in the Cabin and family portraits by the elves. 8 a.m.-3 p.m.
Find out more »Kids Santa Shop
Children can pick out special gifts for the whole family with the help of personal shoppers. 12-3 p.m.
Find out more »Ballet Theatre of Ohio presents “The Nutcracker”
This classic has become a treasured holiday tradition for families of all ages.
Find out more »Hands-On Holidays & Hotcakes
Families can explore the traditions of Christmas, Hanukkah, and Kwanzaa while eating pancakes and enjoying exciting STEM winter activities. 10 a.m.-3:30 p.m.
Find out more »Sensory Santa
Visit Santa with the music off and guest traffic limited. 8:30-10:30 a.m.
Find out more »Hands-On Holidays & Hotcakes
Families can explore the traditions of Christmas, Hanukkah, and Kwanzaa while eating pancakes and enjoying exciting STEM winter activities. 10 a.m.-3:30 p.m. Akron Children’s Museum, 216 S. Main St., akronkids.org
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