Head to Newark on the day after Thanksgiving for the Annual Lighting of the Licking County Courthouse on Friday, November 28, 2025 at 6pm. The beautiful Licking County Courthouse looks AMAZING all lit up, and courthouse square is filled with larger than life Christmas displays. Enjoy … [Read more...] about Annual Lighting of The Licking County Courthouse
Holiday Season
Butch Bando’s Holiday Fantasy of Lights
Load the family into the car and enjoy Butch Bando's Holiday Fantasy of Lights at Alum Creek State Park Campgrounds from November 21, 2025 through January 4, 2026. The drive-thru light show features 3 miles of magical twinkling light displays that will amaze all ages from the comfort of your … [Read more...] about Butch Bando’s Holiday Fantasy of Lights
Restaurants open on Thanksgiving in Columbus (and to-go options)
Thanksgiving can be stressful. Not everyone wants to (or can) spend hours in the kitchen making Thanksgiving. If you're looking to dine out for Thanksgiving (or carry out), the following restaurants are open on Thanksgiving Day around Columbus in 2024. There are also many options for heat and … [Read more...] about Restaurants open on Thanksgiving in Columbus (and to-go options)
FREE things to do Thanksgiving weekend with friends and family
Whether you have friends and family visiting for Thanksgiving Day Weekend, or you're looking for something to do to get out of the house, we have the list for you! We've gathered LOTS of things to do Thanksgiving weekend in Columbus besides eating turkey and shopping (though we included a … [Read more...] about FREE things to do Thanksgiving weekend with friends and family
2025 Worthington Holiday Open House and Tree Lighting
Head to Worthington Thanksgiving weekend to get into the holiday spirit with the Holiday Open House and Tree Lighting on Sunday, November 30, 2025. Stroll streets and enjoy musical entertainment during this traditional holiday festival. Sunday Funday Holiday Open House Old … [Read more...] about 2025 Worthington Holiday Open House and Tree Lighting
Walmart offers Thanksgiving Feast for 10 at under $4 per person
Making a holiday meal can be expensive, and Walmart has a budget-friendly holiday meal deal. For less than $4 per person, you can serve a feast for 10, complete with all the trimmings with the Walmart Thanksgiving Meal bundle. Available now through December 26, 2025, Walmart’s Thanksgiving meal … [Read more...] about Walmart offers Thanksgiving Feast for 10 at under $4 per person
Oakland Nursery Holiday Season and Santa visits start Nov. 29
Oakland Nursery locations around Columbus are a must-visit tradition during the Holiday season. From visits with Santa, live music, reindeer, carriage rides, and all of the beauty of Christmas, it's a great stop to get in the spirit of the season. Oakland Nursery always has an … [Read more...] about Oakland Nursery Holiday Season and Santa visits start Nov. 29
Free Pet Photos with Santa at PetSmart 2025
Santa is coming to PetSmart, and you know your pets need a photo with Santa! Santa Photo Days at PetSmart PetSmart is offering FREE photos of your pet with Santa on December 13-14, 2025 at all PetSmart locations in the United States and Canada (excluding PetSmart Groomery … [Read more...] about Free Pet Photos with Santa at PetSmart 2025
Jolabokaflod: Books and chocolates for a cozy Christmas Eve tradition
The Christmas season is such a rush of events, shopping, decorating, wrapping, prepping, cooking and socializing, that it can feel rushed and stressful. End the wind-up to the season with the peaceful and indulgent Christmas eve Icelandic tradition of JĂłlabĂłkaflóðiĂ°. What is … [Read more...] about Jolabokaflod: Books and chocolates for a cozy Christmas Eve tradition
Get 3 months of Audible for just .99 cents PLUS a $20 Audible credit
Love audio books (or want to give them a try)? Audible has a great limited time offer that is 90% off the original price! It's the perfect time of year to snuggle in for a good book, or listen while you're on the go during the holiday season. Limited time Audible deal Sign up for Audible … [Read more...] about Get 3 months of Audible for just .99 cents PLUS a $20 Audible credit
Christmas in Ash Cave in Hocking Hills
Head to the Hills for Christmas in Ash Cave this holiday season. Ash Cave in Hocking Hills will feature a cozy holiday set up and activities on Saturday, December 13, 2025 from 5 pm - 7 pm. Christmas in Ash Cave This holiday program begins with a lighted walk along the paved … [Read more...] about Christmas in Ash Cave in Hocking Hills
Huge list of Christmas Stocking Stuffers
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There is still time to grab some grab stocking stuffers! Many of these things are available via Amazon or at local stores! Christmas stockings have always been one of my favorite things about Christmas Day. Stocking Memories Growing up, we were allowed to get up as early as we wanted, … [Read more...] about Huge list of Christmas Stocking Stuffers
Skate Zone 71 Holiday and Winter Break Parties
With the cold and/or wet weather, it's harder to get the kids outside to run off energy. Head to Skate Zone 71 and let them skate off their energy. They offer skate sessions most days and have a bunch of holiday and winter break sessions with special guests, as well as other deals. Best yet, … [Read more...] about Skate Zone 71 Holiday and Winter Break Parties
Holidays with Grandview Heights Public Library
Enjoy the holidays with Grandview Heights Public Library, including Letters to Santa, holiday-themed story festivals, and more. Letters to Santa with GHPL Send a letter to Santa and let him know your holiday wishes starting November 25! You can use holiday templates provided by the library, or … [Read more...] about Holidays with Grandview Heights Public Library
A Winter Evening on the Farm
Celebrate the holiday spirit as people would have in the 1930s at A Winter Evening on the Farm at Gallant Farm Preserve on Saturday, December 6, 2025 from 3 pm - 7 pm. Things slow down on the farm in winter allowing more time for simple pleasures. Come to Gallant Farm for an evening of … [Read more...] about A Winter Evening on the Farm
