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November 2026
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 »Storytime with Josh!
Storytime with Josh! A Cleveland-born zoologist will share stories about amazing animals, wild places and the science behind it all. Each Friday at 10:30 a.m., host Josh Avsec brings a children's book to life and ties it to real Museum artifacts, natural wonders or science topics.Storytime is free with general admission and is a good fit for curious kids and their grown-ups. Ask at the Welcome Desk for that week's storytime location in the galleries. There is no storytime on…
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…
Find out more »Annie
Because sometimes, all it takes is one plucky dreamer—bright, bold, and unshakable—to remind us all that the sun will come out tomorrow! Cleveland Play House stages the classic musical Annie in the Allen Theatre at Playhouse Square, with songs including “Tomorrow,” “Easy Street” and “It’s the Hard-Knock Life,” plus a lovable stray dog named Sandy.Performances run Nov. 28–Dec. 27, with evening shows at 7:30 p.m. and weekend matinees at 2 p.m. Shows are Wednesday–Sunday most weeks, plus Tuesday, Dec. 22…
Find out more »Breakfast with Santa
Enjoy breakfast, a winter wagon ride and witness a holiday-themed equine presentation. Families start with breakfast and a visit from Santa in the Farmpark café, then visit Santa on his sleigh before a wagon ride that stops at the arena for the horse show. Breakfast is scrambled eggs, bacon, sausage, breakfast potatoes, pancakes, coffee, juice and milk. Morning times are 9 a.m.–10:30 a.m. on Saturdays and Sundays: Nov. 28–29, Dec. 5–6, Dec. 12–13 and Dec. 19–20.This event is sold out.…
Find out more »Ballet Theatre of Ohio’s Nutcracker
This classic has become a treasured holiday tradition for families of all ages. Ballet Theatre of Ohio brings its Nutcracker to the Akron Civic Theatre for the 34th year, with dazzling dancers, stunning costumes and Tchaikovsky's score.There are six performances over two weekends. Shows are Saturday, Nov. 28, at 2 p.m. and 7 p.m.; Sunday, Nov. 29, at 2 p.m.; Saturday, Dec. 5, at 2 p.m. and 7 p.m.; and Sunday, Dec. 6, at 2 p.m. Families can also visit…
Find out more »2026 FAIRLAWN FALL AVANT-GARDE ART & CRAFT SHOW
Join us on Small Business Saturday and support our local makers! Enjoy the change of seasons and come shop with us! This event will feature artists and crafters selling their original handmade items. Admission is $3 to the public, children under 12 are free. A portion of proceeds will benefit the local non-profit, the CarsonStrong Foundation. All tickets for our events are available for sale at both the door (morning-of) and now online at https://www.avantgardeshows.com/tickets. Again, you do have the…
Find out more »Thanksgiving Break STEAM Camp
Kids in grades 1–5 explore fun, hands-on science, technology, engineering, art and math activities. The listing gives the time as 11 a.m.–1 p.m. at the North Olmsted Branch Library, 27403 Lorain Road.Check the library's event calendar to confirm the date, time and whether registration is required before you go. Visit cuyahogalibrary.org for details.
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