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November 2025
Christmas Lighting of the Square
Enjoy colorful lights, live music from Chardon High School’s Free Harmony and a visit from Santa and Mrs. Claus. The Chamber of Commerce will be handing out apple cider and cookies from Sage’s Apples and Chardon Healthcare Center. 6:30-8 p.m.
Find out more »Breakfast with Santa
Enjoy breakfast, a winter wagon ride and witness a holiday-themed equine presentation. 9 or 10:30 a.m.
Find out more »Holiday Tree Lighting Festival
Enjoy food trucks, live performances, a trackless train, S'mores roasting, a Santa meet & greet, and more. 4:30-7 p.m.
Find out more »Ballet Theatre of Ohio presents “The Nutcracker”
The Nutcracker will be brought to life through ballet for the delight of Northeast Ohio audiences for the 33rd consecutive year. This production has been voted Akron’s favorite holiday show for it's dazzling dancers, stunning costumes, and breathtaking sets. Audience members of all ages will enjoy this performance. Be transported to a beautiful Victorian Christmas and swept away by Tchaikovsky’s brilliant score into Clara’s magical dream.
Find out more »Nature’s A-Glow
The beautiful botanical garden turns it into a winter wonderland. Fridays-Sundays. 5-9 p.m.
Find out more »A Christmas Story
The record-breaking show returns in all its pink-bunny-suit, glowing-leg-lamp, triple-dog-daring glory.
Find out more »December 2025
The North Pole Adventure
26-mile, 90-minute excursion to the enchanting North Pole.
Find out more »Black Nativity
Joyous retelling of the traditional new testament account of the nativity story, using gospel music, dramatic dance and more.
Find out more »Tree Lighting Ceremony
Santa will arrive in his horse drawn carriage and local choirs will sing holiday favorites at this free event. 6-6:30 p.m.
Find out more »Celebration of Kwanzaa
Explore the elements of Kwanzaa and make a craft. 6:30-7:30 p.m.
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