If you grew up in Columbus, you probably remember visiting Santa at The Lazarus Building. He's coming back in 2025 as one of the most anticipated events for Christmas in Downtown Columbus! Santa at the Lazarus Building Take photos with Santa in the original sleigh from the former Lazarus … [Read more...] about Santa at The Lazarus Building in Downtown Columbus
Holidays
Upper Arlington Winter Festival, Visits with Santa, and other holiday fun
Upper Arlington is celebrating the winter season with a weekend of fun in December, including the Winter Festival and Tree Lighting, Santa visits, and other holiday fun. Upper Arlington Winter Festival Get in the spirit of the season with the UA Winter Festival and Tree Lighting Ceremony … [Read more...] about Upper Arlington Winter Festival, Visits with Santa, and other holiday fun
Columbus Christmas lights displays, and a Google map to find them!
Columbus LOVES Christmas lights! From free but amazing neighborhood displays, to immersive paid Christmas lights experiences, you'll find plenty of holiday joy around the city with the best Christmas lights in Columbus. Driving around to see Christmas lights is always fun during the holiday … [Read more...] about Columbus Christmas lights displays, and a Google map to find them!
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
Dublin’s Christmas Tree Lighting, Downtown Holiday fun, and Elves Scavenger Hunt
Dublin, Ohio has so much fun planned for the 2025 holiday season. It kicks off with the Annual Tree Lighting on December 4, 2025 and continues through December! Plus, downtown Dublin and Bridge Park are SO PRETTY during the holidays! City of Dublin Christmas Tree Lighting The Dublin … [Read more...] about Dublin’s Christmas Tree Lighting, Downtown Holiday fun, and Elves Scavenger Hunt
(614) Santa Crawl at Easton on Dec 6 – just $5!
Get ready to celebrate the season in style at the (614) Santa Crawl on Saturday, December 6, 2025, from 1–6 p.m. at various bars and restaurants around Easton Town Center. Throw on your Santa suit or your tackiest holiday sweater and join hundreds of festive friends for an afternoon of … [Read more...] about (614) Santa Crawl at Easton on Dec 6 – just $5!
Christmas Open House in Veterans Park
The Licking County Historical Society hosts annual open house events, at The Buckingham House, Sherwood-Davis House and the Webb House, on Saturday, November 29, 2025 from 5:00-8:00 p.m. The stunning Sherwood-Davidson House Museum will be decorated in the styles of the turn of the … [Read more...] about Christmas Open House in Veterans Park
Polar Express, Santa Trains, and Christmas Train Rides in Ohio
The year has flown by, and it's time to get serious about planning for the holidays! Many Holiday, Polar Express, and Santa Trains are 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 … [Read more...] about Polar Express, Santa Trains, and Christmas Train Rides in Ohio
Stroll Through a Holiday Wonderland: Dawes Arboretum Winter Wonders Walk
Take a stroll through a winter wonderland during The Dawes Arboretum Winter Wonders Walk on December 5, 6, 11, 12 and 13, 2025 from 6 – 9pm. Members can enjoy an exclusive night on December 4. There is something for everyone in the family to enjoy, with illuminated trees, food trucks, live … [Read more...] about Stroll Through a Holiday Wonderland: Dawes Arboretum Winter Wonders Walk
Huge list of Christmas Stocking Stuffers
As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases.
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
Where to find 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 2025. Don't miss the section … [Read more...] about Where to find Santa Pictures around Columbus
Lights at Pastime Park and Christmas in Plain City
Head to Plain City for some old-time holiday spirit with Christmas Under the Clock and Route 42 Holiday Hop on Saturday, December 6, 2025. Lights at Pastime Park Beginning November 24, 2025 - January 4, 20256 The free drive-through display features thousands of Christmas lights along with … [Read more...] about Lights at Pastime Park and Christmas in Plain City
Christmas in Obetz: Tree lighting, Santa, Holiday lights, and more
Obetz has plenty of Christmastime fun going on this year. From the tree lighting, pictures with Santa, and light displays - there's seasonal activities going on through the month. Christmas Kickoff in Obetz The season kicks off in Obetz on Saturday, December 6, 2025 from 4:30 pm - 8 pm … [Read more...] about Christmas in Obetz: Tree lighting, Santa, Holiday lights, and more
SantaCon Columbus Bar Crawl
Pull out your Santa Suit (everyone has one, right?) and head to the Short North for SantaCon on Saturday, December 6, 2025 beginning at 4 p.m. Bar hop around the District with hundreds of Santas, Reindeer, and Elves, and enjoy jolly drink specials. You'll start at Bernards … [Read more...] about SantaCon Columbus Bar Crawl
$6 holiday movies Season’s Screenings Retro Series at Marcus Theatres
Watch your favorite holiday movies on the big screen at Marcus Theatres with the Season's Screenings Retro Series from December 5 - December 18, 2025. Holiday Movies Retro Series Schedule December 5-11, 2025 Dr. Suess' The Grinch Elf December 12-18, 2025 White Christmas It's … [Read more...] about $6 holiday movies Season’s Screenings Retro Series at Marcus Theatres
