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December 2025
Holiday Lights
5:30-9 p.m. Wednesday-Sunday Through 12/21. Carlisle Equestrian Center, 13630 Diagonal Road (drive-through), and Carlisle Visitor Center, 12882 Diagonal Road (in person) in LaGrange. loraincountymetroparks.com
Find out more »Cleveland Orchestra Holiday Concerts
An unforgettable experience that will fill Mandel Concert Hall with the sounds of the holiday season.
Find out more »Nature’s A-Glow
The beautiful botanical garden turns it into a winter wonderland. Friday-Sunday. 5-9 p.m.
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Event of the Week: Lake Metroparks Farmpark Country Lights Drive-thru
Seasonal splendor and festive fun are just around the corner at Lake Metroparks Farmpark with the return of the Country Lights Drive-thru! Families can enjoy a sparkling winter wonderland from the comfort of their own vehicles, taking in the magic of the season without stepping outside or facing the chilly weather.
Find out more »Country Lights Drive-Thru
Enjoy the festivities from the warmth of your own vehicles. 6-8:30 p.m.
Find out more »Wild Lights
Wild Lights, the Akron Zoo’s popular holiday lighting event, runs Nov. 28 through Dec. 30. The zoo is decorated in more than one million lights, with a refreshed look for this year. Guests can visit with Santa through Dec. 30, and the Grinch will be onsite every evening. The Akron Zoo will also offer Wild Lights Safari Tours, exclusive golf cart tours available on all Wild Lights dates. Tours are at 5, 5:15, 6 or 6:15 p.m. and include a 45-minute…
Find out more »Holiday Ice & Lights Festival
Bundle up and head outside to sit on Santa’s ice throne. Also, check out some of northeast Ohio’s best ice carvers in action. There will be plenty of photo opportunities. Each evening, enjoy a wagon ride through the Farmpark’s classic light displays. Visit the Well Bred Shed and the arena where Farmpark staff and volunteers have created a holiday-themed equine show. Santa and his elves will set up his tremendous North Pole Train Display in the Exhibit Hall. Visit to…
Find out more »January 2026
Candy Land: It’s Wild in Ohio
A FREE indoor family tradition where the Candy Land game comes to life. Enjoy a colorful adventure and discover what’s wild in Ohio. Also, enjoy a themed craft, scavenger hunts, hands-on exhibits and more. Shop for nature-themed gifts and enjoy hot chocolate in Snowshoe Lodge. Enjoy an outdoor campfire with s’mores from 12-3 p.m., animal chats at 11 a.m., 1 p.m. and 3 p.m. and meet-the-keeper chats in the Wildlife Yard at 11 a.m., 1 p.m. and 3 p.m. Snowshoe…
Find out more »March 2026
Sensory Bunny
A quieter, sensory-friendly experience that will allow families to visit the Easter Bunny prior to the mall opening in a calmer environment with minimal guest traffic. Reservations are recommended, but not required. 9-10:30 a.m.
Find out more »November 2026
Christmas in the Woods
More than 100 craft vendors, unique gifts and a visit with Santa. Maplewood Career Center's annual holiday craft show runs Friday, Nov. 6, and Saturday, Nov. 7, at the school in Ravenna.Show hours are 5–9 p.m. Friday and 10 a.m.–3 p.m. Saturday. Santa arrives at 5 p.m. Friday and 10 a.m. Saturday. Visit mwood.cc for details.
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