It's time to get serious about planning for the holidays! Many Holiday, Polar Express, and Santa Trains are now accepting reservations and many will book up way before the season begins! Christmas train rides are a magical journey for children, and a holiday tradition that your family won't … [Read more...] about Book your Polar Express, Santa Trains, and Christmas Train Rides in Ohio
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Celebrations for Kwanzaa in Columbus
Kwanzaa is an annual celebration of African-American culture that lasts from December 26 to January 1, ending in a communal feast called Karamu, held on the 6th day. The Official Pre-Kwanzaa Celebration November 27-28, 2021 from 12 pm - 7 pm on Saturday and 12 pm - 5 pm on Sunday. Learn about … [Read more...] about Celebrations for Kwanzaa in Columbus
Wonderlight’s Christmas in Ohio at Hartford Fairgrounds
Get ready to be WOWED! WonderLight's Christmas in Ohio moved to a new location for 2021! Just 30 minutes from Columbus, you'll find a drive-through Christmas lights display featuring over 1 million LED lights. WonderLight's Christmas in Ohio is aglow at Hartford Fairgrounds from November 12, … [Read more...] about Wonderlight’s Christmas in Ohio at Hartford Fairgrounds
Merriment Market at Land-Grant Brewing Company
Do some holiday shopping, have a couple of beers, and enjoy Land-Grant Brewing Beer Garden this holiday season. It's a perfect day out with friends or family. Merriment Market at Land-Grant Brewing Company Matchmakers Studio + Shop and Land-Grant Brewing are hosting a festive two-day market … [Read more...] about Merriment Market at Land-Grant Brewing Company
Ice Sculpture Tour and other Holiday fun in Uptown Westerville
Find holiday fun throughout the season in Uptown Westerville. From Santa sightings, to tree lightings, local shopping and more, there's a lot going on this holiday season! Uptown Designated Outdoor Refreshment Area (DORA) When you visit Uptown Westerville, you can enjoy the Uptown shopping … [Read more...] about Ice Sculpture Tour and other Holiday fun in Uptown Westerville
Great gifts for your parents or grandparents
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Every year I struggle with what gifts to get my parents. They are HARD to buy for (whether its Christmas, birthdays, or their anniversary), because if they need something, they buy it. It takes more thought to come up with what they need (but don't know they need), or what I know they'd … [Read more...] about Great gifts for your parents or grandparents
Butch Bando’s Holiday Fantasy of Lights and Santa’s House
Load the family into the car and enjoy Butch Bando's Holiday Fantasy of Lights at Alum Creek State Park Campgrounds from November 19, 2021 through January 2, 2022. 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 and Santa’s House
Santa Pictures around Columbus
Santa makes his appearance all over Columbus for the holiday season, so get out your festive clothing for Santa Pictures! This list isn't anywhere near all-inclusive, as he's hard to keep track of, but here are some options for photos with Santa around Columbus for 2021. Some photos with Santa … [Read more...] about Santa Pictures around Columbus
Holiday Film Series at Drexel: Elf
Drexel Theatre will be celebrating the season with the Holiday Film Series. Grab the family or friends for some cheap holiday fun at the Drexel! ELF (pg) Join Drexel for the Elf Hot Cocoa and PJ Party. Wear your PJ's, bring your blankets! The Hot Cocoa Bar will start 30 minutes before the … [Read more...] about Holiday Film Series at Drexel: Elf
The 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 The Best White Elephant Gift Exchange Ideas
Your 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. Mark you calendars so you don't miss out. More details can be found through the links, or on the individual event … [Read more...] about Your Guide to Christmas and Holiday Events in Columbus
Columbus Gift Guide: Teacher Gifts and other Small Gifts
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Need a small gift of appreciation for someone in your life? Since there won't be many Christmas parties and holiday celebrations this year, you probably won't need hostess gifts. This list of small gift ideas is great for teacher gifts, as well as office, friend, or extended family gifts - … [Read more...] about Columbus Gift Guide: Teacher Gifts and other Small Gifts
Enjoy the holidays in Fairfield County
There's so much Christmas fun going on for the Holidays in Fairfield County. From tree lightings, to holiday markets, to nativities and more, there's always some holiday cheer to find in Lancaster and the surrounding communities of Fairfield County. Lancaster Holiday Festival Parade: … [Read more...] about Enjoy the holidays in Fairfield County
Santa Photos and Christmas at Polaris Fashion Place
Don't miss Santa at Polaris Fashion Place, starting Friday, November 12, 2021. In addition to Santa Pictures, there's so much holiday fun going on through the season at Polaris. Photos with Santa at Polaris Fashion Place Get photos with Santa at the Santa Photo Experience starting on November … [Read more...] about Santa Photos and Christmas at Polaris Fashion Place
Sending Letters to Santa in Columbus and where to find Santa’s Mailbox
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
