Naughty or nice, it's time for kids to write their Letters to Santa! There are drop-off locations for Santa's Mailbox around Columbus that will be sent to the North Pole for Santa to read. It's a great way to get kids excited about the holiday season and to make sure they stay on the 'good' … [Read more...] about Sending Letters to Santa in Columbus and where to find Santa’s Mailbox
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Holiday fun at Buckeye Lake
Buckeye Lake, just 30 minutes east of Columbus, is the optimal city-life escape for all things lake, land + leisure. From dining or shopping, to walking, biking, and watersports, there's something at Buckeye Lake for everyone! Buckeye Lake History The destination was once the go-to hub for … [Read more...] about Holiday fun at Buckeye Lake
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
The Ugly Sweater Bar Crawl in Columbus
The annual Ugly Sweater Bar Crawl is back on December 13, 2025 from 1 pm - 8 pm! Get that Goodwill sweater or make your own, find those tacky holiday pants, and get ready to jingle bell ROCK! Tickets are just $15-$26 and include, Exclusive Bar Crawl LIVE Wristband. Free … [Read more...] about The Ugly Sweater Bar Crawl in Columbus
Restaurants with Igloos for outdoor dining in Columbus
One good thing came from the year we shall not mention... outdoor dining in winter with igloos in Columbus! In order to allow customers to dine outside in winter in Ohio, restaurants around Central Ohio came up with creative outdoor dining experiences. And many of these have come back year after … [Read more...] about Restaurants with Igloos for outdoor dining in Columbus
Letters to Santa at Ohio Railway Museum – Saturdays in December!
Train loving kids will be thrilled with this holiday event at Ohio Railway Museum. Letters to Santa at Ohio Railway Museum returns for 2025 and features Santa letters, ornament-making, train rides, and visits with Mrs. Claus! Trains + Santa + Holiday fun The fun takes place on Saturdays, … [Read more...] about Letters to Santa at Ohio Railway Museum – Saturdays in December!
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 Jólabókaflóðið. What is … [Read more...] about Jolabokaflod: Books and chocolates for a cozy Christmas Eve tradition
Best White Elephant gift exchange ideas
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White Elephant gift exchanges, or as some call them, Yankee Swaps or Greed, are about as popular as ugly Christmas sweater parties. Gifts for these exchanges can be hard to choose because there are often a variety of people participating and you may have to gear the appropriateness around the … [Read more...] about Best White Elephant gift exchange ideas
Your 2025 Guide to Christmas and Holiday Events in Columbus
There are so many events to enjoy the Christmas and Holiday season in Columbus, including family activities, date ideas, community tree lightings, and more. More details can be found through the links, or on the individual event websites. Mark your calendars so you don't miss … [Read more...] about Your 2025 Guide to Christmas and Holiday Events in Columbus
Short North Holiday Hop and Holiday Trails
Celebrate holiday fun, shopping, tastes, sights, and sounds on High Street in the Short North with Holiday Hop and Holiday Trail! Short North Hops on High Holiday Hop On Saturday December 6, 2025 from 12 p.m. - 8 p.m., celebrate the art + soul of the holiday season during the biggest … [Read more...] about Short North Holiday Hop and Holiday Trails
