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SUMMARY:Waynesville Fall Fest
DESCRIPTION:The Waynesville Fall Fest is every Saturday and Sunday from mid-September to the beginning of November. A great fun day out for the whole family to enjoy. \n\n\n\nImage courtesy of Waynesville Fall Fest\n\n\n\nThe Waynesville Fall Fest is a celebration of the state’s heritage and autumn’s beauty. With a big focus on pumpkins\, there are also many other activities and events here! \n\n\n\nSplash Landing Expeditions will take you deep into the Ohio woods to discover the town of Skeleville\, home of the Skelepeople! The Wildwater Mining Co. is themed on an abandoned mining company and is a 3 story playset. \n\n\n\nThere is also mini golf\, a corn maze\, pedal cars\, Ghost Town Village\, a petting farm\, giant porch games\, and much more. \n\n\n\nWith many food vendors and an indoor one-stop shop\, your day will be complete! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDo you have an event that you want to feature (for free) on our VisitOhioToday events calendar? Just send us an email at team@visitohiotoday.com. All submissions subject to approval.
URL:https://visitohiotoday.com/event/waynesville-fall-fest-event/
LOCATION:Waynesville Fall Fest\, 7392 OH-73\, Waynesville\, OH\, 45068\, United States
CATEGORIES:Festival
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SUMMARY:Spooky Ranch at Rockin‘-R Ranch
DESCRIPTION:Be prepared to be scared at this terrifying event! Held on weekend nights from late September to early November\, in Columbia Station\, Cleveland. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSpooky Ranch at Rockin’-R Ranch offers five of the scariest attractions in Ohio! \n\n\n\n\nThe Extreme Nightmares Haunted House (visitors must be over 11 years old)\n\n\n\nThe Famous Haunted Hayride (great for kids accompanied by parents/adults)\n\n\n\nThe Haunted Barn\n\n\n\nBloodslingers’ Saloon\n\n\n\nMonster Vision in 3-D\n\n\n\n\nThere will be food tents\, pumpkins\, a farm market\, souvenirs\, and more. \n\n\n\nEvent Hours: \n\n\n\n\nFriday & Saturday: 7 pm – 11.30 pm\n\n\n\nThursday & Sunday: 7 pm – 9.30 pm\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDo you have an event that you want to feature (for free) on our VisitOhioToday events calendar? Just send us an email at team@visitohiotoday.com. All submissions subject to approval.
URL:https://visitohiotoday.com/event/spooky-ranch-at-rockin-r-ranch-event/
LOCATION:Spooky Ranch at Rockin’-R Ranch\, 19066 East River Road\, Columbia Station\, OH\, 44028\, United States
CATEGORIES:Festival
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SUMMARY:Old West Pumpkin Fest
DESCRIPTION:The Old West Pumpkin Fest is presented by Rockin ‘R Ranch in Columbia Station\, Lorain County. Open on weekends from late September to early November. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThe Old West Pumpkin Fest opens at 12 noon and closes at 5 pm every Saturday and Sunday throughout the fall season. \n\n\n\nThere are lots of activities for the kids\, including pony rides\, a kids’ super slide\, an animal petting farm\, face painting\, and much more. \n\n\n\nThe tractor-pulled wagon ride will drop you at the pumpkin patch\, or if you don’t want to pick a pumpkin\, it will take you on a tour of the farm. \n\n\n\nFood vendors\, a farm market\, souvenirs\, and gem mining are also available. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDo you have an event that you want to feature (for free) on our VisitOhioToday events calendar? Just send us an email at team@visitohiotoday.com. All submissions subject to approval.
URL:https://visitohiotoday.com/event/old-west-pumpkin-fest-event/
LOCATION:Old West Pumpkin Fest\, 19066 E. River Road\, Columbia Station\, OH\, 44028\, United States
CATEGORIES:Festival
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SUMMARY:Ironton Wizardfest
DESCRIPTION:The Ironton Wizardfest is a two-day extravaganza of all things Harry Potter! Held in early November. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nImage courtesy of Ironton Wizardfest \n\n\n\nThe Ironton Wizardfest is organized by fans\, for fans\, of J.K. Rowling’s Harry Potter novels. \n\n\n\nAt this festival\, visitors can meet actors from the film series\, feed and pet exotic animals\, take part in broom racing trials\, enter cosplay competitions\, tackle the riddle rooms\, and interact with spontaneous street performers. \n\n\n\nExplore large LEGO displays\, take photos with an authentic Ford Anglia car\, attend Wizardry Academy Classes\, and take advantage of the many themed photo opportunities. \n\n\n\nGrab a drink at the Two Beaters Wizard’s Pub\, discover Batch 1313 butterscotch drink\, shop the marketplace with over 60 handcraft vendors\, and visit the wizardry heritage market for demonstrations of broom making\, blacksmith forging\, and wood carving. \n\n\n\nThe Wizard’s Ball takes place on Saturday 8pm to Midnight (over 18s only). \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDo you have an event that you want to feature (for free) on our VisitOhioToday events calendar? Just send us an email at team@visitohiotoday.com. All submissions subject to approval.
URL:https://visitohiotoday.com/event/ironton-wizardfest-event/
LOCATION:Ironton Wizardfest\, 312 S 3rd St\, Ironton\, OH\, 45638\, United States
CATEGORIES:Festival
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SUMMARY:Fallen Timbers Art Festival
DESCRIPTION:Fallen Timbers Art Festival takes place at The Shops at Fallen Timbers in Maumee. A weekend of art and entertainment in early November. \n\n\n\nImages courtesy of Fallen Timbers Art Festival\n\n\n\nFallen Timbers Art Festival is a free event that aims to uplift the community and bring local and fine artists into the spotlight. \n\n\n\nThere will be an opportunity to purchase art made from materials such as glass\, metal\, fiber\, clay\, and wood- Including sculpture\, jewelry\, paintings\, photography\, and more. \n\n\n\nThere will be wine tastings\, indoor coffee service\, and food trucks. \n\n\n\nThere is a silent auction to raise funds for the Anthony Wayne Area Arts Commission & Bittersweet Farms. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDo you have an event that you want to feature (for free) on our VisitOhioToday events calendar? Just send us an email at team@visitohiotoday.com. All submissions subject to approval.
URL:https://visitohiotoday.com/event/fallen-timbers-art-festival-event/
LOCATION:Fallen Timbers Art Festival\, 3100 Main Street\, Maumee\, OH\, 43537\, United States
CATEGORIES:Festival
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SUMMARY:Mustard Seed Market
DESCRIPTION:The Mustard Seed Market is a Christmas-inspired shopping experience hosted by Rustic Grains at the Clermont County Fairgrounds in November. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nImages courtesy of Rustic Grains/Mustard Seed Market \n\n\n\nLocal family artisans\, Daniel and Sarah Cox of Rustic Grains\, are Greater Cincinnati’s newest upscale shopping market and family experience\, located at the Clermont County Fairgrounds. \n\n\n\nNearly 100 talented makers\, vintage curators\, as well as specialty artisans will be spread throughout 3 heated barns for a unique and festive shopping experience. \n\n\n\nYou’ll be sure to stay snuggly with the warmth of the outdoor fires and gather together with the Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony happening on Friday evening\, and enjoy a live nativity all weekend long. \n\n\n\nAs a holiday favorite\, Santa will be stopping by the market for those memorable holiday photos and jolliness that he brings to all. \n\n\n\nThere will be a Santa parade that your family can be a part of. Enjoy Milk and Cookie Storytime with Santa and Mrs. Claus as they read their favorite Christmastime story. \n\n\n\nEvent hours: \n\n\n\n\nFriday: 4 pm – 8 pm\n\n\n\nSaturday: 10 am – 4 pm\n\n\n\nSunday: 10 am – 4 pm\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nEvent submitted by Rustic Grains/Mustard Seed Market \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDo you have an event that you want to feature (for free) on our VisitOhioToday events calendar? Just send us an email at team@visitohiotoday.com. All submissions subject to approval.
URL:https://visitohiotoday.com/event/mustard-seed-market-event/
LOCATION:Mustard Seed Market\, Clermont County Fairgrounds\, 1000 Locust St\, Owensville\, OH\, 45160\, United States
CATEGORIES:Festival
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SUMMARY:Warther Museum Christmas Tree Festival
DESCRIPTION:The Warther Museum Christmas Tree Festival takes place in November\, with over 100 decorated trees\, wreaths\, and home décor! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThe Warther Museum Christmas Tree Festival has a host of decorated trees and items\, none of which have the same theme\, so you surely won’t get bored seeing them all! \n\n\n\nThe display is open until 7 pm each night of the festival\, except the final night when the event closes at 5 pm. \n\n\n\nThere is a small admission charge for adults; children under the age of 12 go free. Proceeds go to the Cleveland Clinic Union Hospital Auxiliary. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDo you have an event that you want to feature (for free) on our VisitOhioToday events calendar? Just send us an email at team@visitohiotoday.com. All submissions subject to approval.
URL:https://visitohiotoday.com/event/warther-museum-christmas-tree-festival-event/
LOCATION:Warther Museum Christmas Tree Festival\, 331 Karl Avenue\, Dover\, OH\, 44622\, United States
CATEGORIES:Festival
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SUMMARY:PNC Festival of Lights
DESCRIPTION:PNC Festival of Lights is at Cincinnati Zoo and Botanical Garden from mid-November to early January. A stunning light show for the whole family to enjoy! \n\n\n\nPhoto credit: PNC Festival of Lights Cincinnati Zoo and Botanical Garden\n\n\n\nOver 4 million LEDs are lit around the zoo to create an amazing light display at the PNC Festival of Lights. \n\n\n\nFeaturing a tunnel of lights\, a candy cane forest\, and over 30 lit\, larger-than-life animal displays. \n\n\n\nVisit the Fairyland and search for the 5 Fiona Fairies. Take a ride on the North Polar Express train and on the Conservation carousel. \n\n\n\nMeet Santa\, Mrs. Claus and other characters at Santa Village. \n\n\n\nFood and drink stations are located around the zoo. \n\n\n\nPNC Festival of Lights is included in zoo admission. The zoo is closed on Thanksgiving\, Christmas Eve\, and Christmas Day. Note: The zoo opens each day at 10 am\, and the festival activities start at 4 pm. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDo you have an event that you want to feature (for free) on our VisitOhioToday events calendar? Just send us an email at team@visitohiotoday.com. All submissions subject to approval.
URL:https://visitohiotoday.com/event/pnc-festival-of-lights-event/
LOCATION:PNC Festival of Lights\, Cincinnati Zoo and Botanical Garden\, 3400 Vine St\, Cincinnati\, OH\, 45220\, United States
CATEGORIES:Festival
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SUMMARY:Christmas Drive Through Park
DESCRIPTION:The Christmas Drive Through Park by Elegant Illusions is at Portage County Randolph Fairgrounds from late November through the end of December. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThis drive through light display uses the best animatronics\, lighting technology\, and professional display designs to offer over 50 holiday scenes. \n\n\n\nStop by the Santa Shack to visit Santa\, Mrs. Claus Kitchen\, and Mr. Grinch for a great photo op. \n\n\n\nThe display is open each Thursday\, Friday\, Saturday\, and Sunday night for six weeks. \n\n\n\nOpening Hours: \n\n\n\n\nThursday and Sunday: 6 pm – 9 pm\n\n\n\nFriday and Saturday: 6 pm – 10 pm\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDo you have an event that you want to feature (for free) on our VisitOhioToday events calendar? Feel free to send us an email at team@visitohiotoday.com. All submissions subject to approval.
URL:https://visitohiotoday.com/event/christmas-drive-through-park/
LOCATION:Christmas Drive Through Park\, Portage County Fairgrounds\, 4215 Fairground Rd\, Atwater\, OH\, 44201\, United States
CATEGORIES:Festival
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SUMMARY:Toledo Zoo Lights
DESCRIPTION:Toledo Zoo Lights Before Christmas is an extravaganza running from late November through December 31\, with lots of fun for the whole family! \n\n\n\nImage courtesy of Toledo Zoo\n\n\n\nToledo Zoo Lights Before Christmas kicks off with the tree-lighting ceremony. Watch the big tree lights being turned on\, with over 35\,000 LEDs lighting up the night sky. \n\n\n\nActivities include Ice Slide\, Ice Carving Demo\, Holly Jolly Express train ride\, Swanton Model Train Railroad Club\, and much more. \n\n\n\nYou can sing your favorite festive songs along with the Talking Tree\, and of course\, Santa will make an appearance! \n\n\n\nEnjoy the Zoo’s famous hot chocolate\, homemade fudge\, and baked goods during your visit. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDo you have an event that you want to feature (for free) on our VisitOhioToday events calendar? Just send us an email at team@visitohiotoday.com. All submissions subject to approval.
URL:https://visitohiotoday.com/event/toledo-zoo-lights-event/
LOCATION:Toledo Zoo Lights\, 2 Hippo Way\, Toledo\, OH\, 43609\, United States
CATEGORIES:Festival
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SUMMARY:Medina Candlelight Walk
DESCRIPTION:The Medina Candlelight Walk is held in late November. Medina is a wonderland of lights for these three days. \n\n\n\nImage courtesy of Main Street Medina\n\n\n\nThe Medina Candlelight Walk opens on Friday with the tree lighting in the gazebo. There is Holiday shopping and a Holiday market all day. \n\n\n\nThe Holiday Parade of Lights is on Saturday evening\, after which there are photo opportunities with Santa and Mrs. Claus. Saturday is rounded off with ‘Light Up The Night’ fireworks display. \n\n\n\nSanta will be available for visitors to take breakfast with on Sunday morning\, with more photo opportunities. At midday\, the live reindeer will be on Broadway Street. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDo you have an event that you want to feature (for free) on our VisitOhioToday events calendar? Just send us an email at team@visitohiotoday.com. All submissions subject to approval.
URL:https://visitohiotoday.com/event/medina-candlelight-walk-event/
LOCATION:Medina Candlelight Walk\, Downtown Medina\, Medina\, OH\, 44256\, United States
CATEGORIES:Festival
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SUMMARY:The Christmas Ranch
DESCRIPTION:The Christmas Ranch is a light show and much more in Morrow\, central Ohio. An evening of family fun is guaranteed! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThe Christmas Ranch has seven Christmas shops including Christmas Memories\, Santa’s Castle\, and Stocking Stuffers. \n\n\n\nOpportunities for photos with Santa in the perfect setting and take a train ride and wagon ride around the light show. The kids will have lots of fun in Toyland\, featuring tunnel slides\, tire swing\, rock climbing wall\, and much more. \n\n\n\nTake a break in Santa’s Bakery and Café and enjoy a hot chocolate\, soft drink\, or coffee\, a selection of sweets and warm food such as hamburgers\, hotdogs\, and pizzas.
URL:https://visitohiotoday.com/event/the-christmas-ranch/
LOCATION:The Christmas Ranch\, 3205 S Waynesville Road\, Morrow\, OH\, 45152\, United States
CATEGORIES:Festival
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SUMMARY:Wildlights at Columbus Zoo
DESCRIPTION:Columbus Zoo springs to life during the evenings from late November to early January . Enjoy all the sights and sounds of winter at the zoo with millions of LED lights! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThe season comes alive during Wildlights at Columbus Zoo\, with animated musical light shows\, Santa\, reindeer\, and more holiday festivities. \n\n\n\nTake the HOOFit 3-mile stroll around the zoo with 30 designated stop locations to see most of the zoo and to keep you healthy at the same time! \n\n\n\nTake the North American Train Ride to visit the native animals such as wolverine\, reindeer\, and moose. Or enjoy a golf cart ride around the zoo and see the animals from the best viewpoint. Book this tour early as it sells out quickly! \n\n\n\nOther activities include the 4D theater and a ride on the 1914 Mangels-lllions carousel. \n\n\n\nYou can grab refreshments at locations around the zoo\, from warm pretzels to the best fried chicken. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDo you have an event that you want to feature (for free) on our VisitOhioToday events calendar? Just send us an email at team@visitohiotoday.com. All submissions subject to approval.
URL:https://visitohiotoday.com/event/wildlights-at-columbus-zoo-event/
LOCATION:Wildlights at Columbus Zoo\, 4850 W Powell Rd\, Powell\, OH\, 43065\, United States
CATEGORIES:Festival
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SUMMARY:Butch Bando’s Fantasy of Lights
DESCRIPTION:Butch Bando’s Fantasy of Lights is at Alum Creek State Park Campgrounds from mid-November to early January. \n\n\n\nPhoto courtesy of Butch Bando’s Fantasy of Lights\n\n\n\nButch Bando’s Fantasy of Lights is a locally operated drive-thru light show in the Columbus area. \n\n\n\nThe drive-thru is three miles long and has over 300 displays\, multiple tunnels\, and light walls. It is about a 30-minute drive from start to finish. \n\n\n\nChildren can bring letters to Santa. Mrs Claus will deliver them to the North Pole! They are scanned and emailed back to the parents so they know what their children have asked for. \n\n\n\nThe busiest times are normally weekends in the lead-up to Christmas. \n\n\n\nThis drive-thru is open every day\, including Thanksgiving Day\, Christmas Eve\, Christmas Day\, New Year’s Eve\, and New Year’s Day. The show will only be closed in such severe weather conditions that could jeopardize the safety of visitors. \n\n\n\nCheck out my review of Butch Bando’s Fantasy of Lights! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDo you have an event that you want to feature (for free) on our VisitOhioToday events calendar? Just send us an email at team@visitohiotoday.com. All submissions subject to approval.
URL:https://visitohiotoday.com/event/butch-bandos-fantasy-of-lights-event/
LOCATION:Butch Bando’s Fantasy of Lights\, Alum Creek State Park Campgrounds 3311 South Old State Road\, Delaware\, OH\, 43015\, United States
CATEGORIES:Festival
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SUMMARY:Woodland Lights
DESCRIPTION:Woodland Lights is a fantasy land of light displays held each Friday\, Saturday\, and Sunday from late November through late December. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWoodland Lights events and activities end on December 23\, but the lights remain until December 30. \n\n\n\nWalk through the ten acres of lights and displays along a half-mile paved path. \n\n\n\nBoard the four-car Rieck Express train for a scenic ride past the Pollinator Garden and the vernal pond. \n\n\n\nChildren can share their wish list with Santa at the historic log cabin. Visitors can take a traditional carriage ride on most nights of the festival. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDo you have an event that you want to feature (for free) on our VisitOhioToday events calendar? Just send us an email at team@visitohiotoday.com. All submissions subject to approval.
URL:https://visitohiotoday.com/event/woodland-lights-event/
LOCATION:Woodland Lights\, Countryside Park\, 895 Miamisburg-Centerville Rd\, Washington Twp\, OH\, 45459\, United States
CATEGORIES:Festival
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SUMMARY:Cheese\, Wine\, and Chocolate Fest Cleveland
DESCRIPTION:The Cheese\, Wine\, and Chocolate Fest Cleveland is held in November at Landerhaven in Mayfield Heights. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThe Cheese\, Wine\, and Chocolate Fest Cleveland starts at 5 pm and continues until 9 pm. Featuring over 50 cheeses and more than 50 wines. \n\n\n\nThe price of entry includes unlimited samples of cheese and wine. Chocolate vendors will also be there\, allowing you to sample chocolates and purchase some for later. Early bird tickets are available at the door and VIP tickets include exclusive tasting of high-end wines. \n\n\n\nLive music will be provided throughout the event. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDo you have an event that you want to feature (for free) on our VisitOhioToday events calendar? Just send us an email at team@visitohiotoday.com. All submissions subject to approval.
URL:https://visitohiotoday.com/event/cheese-and-wine-fest-cleveland-event/
LOCATION:Cheese\, Wine\, and Chocolate Fest Cleveland\, 6111 Landerhaven Dr\, Mayfield Heights\, OH\, 44124\, United States
CATEGORIES:Festival
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251122T170000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251231T190000
DTSTAMP:20260419T082619
CREATED:20230928T091756Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250923T090916Z
UID:10000092-1763830800-1767207600@visitohiotoday.com
SUMMARY:Christkindlmarkt
DESCRIPTION:The Cincinnati Christkindlmarkt is a European and Cincinnati holiday-themed festival\, open from late November to the end of December. \n\n\n\nImage courtesy of Cincinnati Christkindlmarkt\n\n\n\nThe Cincinnati Christkindlmarkt is a German-American festival with a European\, yet Cincinnati holiday theme. \n\n\n\nThis event is an open-air market with festive activities and events\, including holiday lights and live entertainment. \n\n\n\nVendors will be offering such items as Cuckoo Clocks\, Nutcrackers\, ornaments\, and candies. \n\n\n\nYou can rent an igloo that is heated and furnished for your family and friends. \n\n\n\nThere will be winter-themed activities\, great fun for both kids and adults! \n\n\n\nFestival Hours: \n\n\n\n\nMon\, Tues\, Wed: Closed\n\n\n\nThursday and Friday: 5 pm – 9 pm\n\n\n\nSaturday: Noon – 9 pm\n\n\n\nSunday: Noon – 7 pm\n\n\n\nBlack Friday: Noon – 9 pm\n\n\n\nThere are other special hours. Check the website for updates.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDo you have an event that you want to feature (for free) on our VisitOhioToday events calendar? Just send us an email at team@visitohiotoday.com. All submissions subject to approval.
URL:https://visitohiotoday.com/event/christkindlmarkt-event/
LOCATION:Christkindlmarkt\, 115 Joe Nuxhall Way\, Cincinnati\, OH\, 45202\, United States
CATEGORIES:Festival
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DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260109T235959
DTSTAMP:20260419T082619
CREATED:20230929T121138Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250904T101238Z
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SUMMARY:Steubenville Nutcracker Village
DESCRIPTION:The Steubenville Nutcracker Village has the largest collection of life-size nutcrackers in the world\, and they will be on display from late November to early January\, 24 hours a day. \n\n\n\nImage courtesy of Steubenville Nutcracker Village\n\n\n\nImage courtesy of Steubenville Nutcracker Village \n\n\n\nSteubenville Nutcracker Village is a free display of 200 nutcrackers around the streets and shops of downtown Steubenville. \n\n\n\nThere are nutcrackers such as Starman David Bowie\, Hermey the Elf\, Audrey Hepburn as ‘Holly Golightly’\, Uncle Drosselmeyer Steampunk Nutcracker\, Captain Nemo\, Johnny Appleseed\, and many\, many more. \n\n\n\nApart from strolling around the town and seeing all the nutcrackers\, activities and events include Nutcracker StoryWalk\, German Gluhwein Garden\, Children’s Corner\, St. Nicholas Lantern Parade\, Nutcracker Christmas Ball\, and much more. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDo you have an event that you want to feature (for free) on our VisitOhioToday events calendar? Just send us an email at team@visitohiotoday.com. All submissions subject to approval.
URL:https://visitohiotoday.com/event/steubenville-nutcracker-village-event/
LOCATION:Steubenville Nutcracker Village\, 155 N. 4th Street\, Steubenville\, OH\, 43952\, United States
CATEGORIES:Festival
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DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251230T210000
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CREATED:20241118T101359Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250923T094306Z
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SUMMARY:A Carillon Christmas Dayton
DESCRIPTION:A Carillon Christmas Dayton is a holiday event at Carillon Historical Park from late November to the end of December. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nCarillon Historical Park in Dayton transforms into a wintery wonderland each year\, full of lights and holiday spirit. Historic buildings and bridges sparkle with thousands of lights\, and the Carillon Tree of Light is a sight to behold! \n\n\n\nEnjoy holiday shopping\, stop for a bite to eat at the local cafes\, and relax at a Deeds Carillon Christmas Concert. There will be model train displays\, train rides\, puppet shows\, visits with Santa\, and much more! \n\n\n\nFestival Hours: \n\n\n\n\nSunday to Thursday: 5 pm – 9 pm\n\n\n\nFriday and Saturday: 5 pm – 10 pm\n\n\n\nClosed: Thanksgiving\, Christmas Eve\, and Christmas Day\n\n\n\n\nCheck out our article about A Carillon Christmas! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDo you have an event that you want to feature (for free) on our VisitOhioToday events calendar? Just send us an email at outreach@visitohiotoday.com. All submissions subject to approval.
URL:https://visitohiotoday.com/event/a-carillon-christmas-dayton/
LOCATION:A Carillon Christmas\, 1000 Carillon Blvd\, Dayton\, OH\, 45409\, United States
CATEGORIES:Festival
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251127T180000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251231T220000
DTSTAMP:20260419T082620
CREATED:20230925T095900Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250923T091422Z
UID:10000091-1764266400-1767218400@visitohiotoday.com
SUMMARY:Light up Middletown
DESCRIPTION:Light Up Middletown is a drive-through fantasy light display open Thanksgiving through New Year’s Eve. \n\n\n\nImage courtesy of Light Up Middletown\n\n\n\nLight Up Middletown has themed displays such as Santa’s Workshop\, the Penguin Village\, and more. There is a tunnel with thousands of twinkling LEDs to drive through. \n\n\n\nThe Balloon Glow is not to be missed. See and hear the flames light up the sky from ground level. Be sure to have your camera ready for some spectacular shots! \n\n\n\nThis event is open 6 pm to 10 pm every night. Admission is by cash donation – you choose your price! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDo you have an event that you want to feature (for free) on our VisitOhioToday events calendar? Just send us an email at team@visitohiotoday.com. All submissions subject to approval.
URL:https://visitohiotoday.com/event/light-up-middletown-event/
LOCATION:Light Up Middletown\, Smith Park\, 500 Tytus Avenue\, Middletown\, OH\, 45042\, United States
CATEGORIES:Festival
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251128T120000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260104T190000
DTSTAMP:20260419T082620
CREATED:20231116T074711Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251027T142441Z
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SUMMARY:Winterfest at Market Square
DESCRIPTION:The Winterfest at Market Square is held from late November through early January at Boneyfiddle’s Market Square\, Portsmouth\, Ohio. \n\n\n\nImage courtesy of Winterfest – Friends of Portsmouth\n\n\n\nThe Winterfest at Market Square transforms Boneyfiddle’s Market Square into a winter wonderland with skating\, millions of lights\, snow tubing\, a vendor village\, and much more. \n\n\n\nThe Gift Shop is not only enticing for some wonderful festive purchases\, but at specified times\, Santa will be in residence. \n\n\n\nAt this Winterfest\, you can enjoy ice skating and carriage rides. There is a window decoration contest for local businesses too\, and you can vote for your favorite. \n\n\n\nYou can register to take ice skating or ice hockey lessons at certain times on some days of the festival. \n\n\n\nThere will also be food trucks. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDo you have an event that you want to feature (for free) on our VisitOhioToday events calendar? Just send us an email at team@visitohiotoday.com. All submissions subject to approval.
URL:https://visitohiotoday.com/event/winterfest-at-market-square/
LOCATION:Winterfest at Market Square\, Market Square\, Portsmouth\, OH\, 45662\, United States
CATEGORIES:Festival
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DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251231T200000
DTSTAMP:20260419T082620
CREATED:20231116T131820Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250923T093158Z
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SUMMARY:Dayton Holiday Festival
DESCRIPTION:The Dayton Holiday Festival is from late November to the end of December. More than a month of family fun awaits at this festive event. \n\n\n\nImage courtesy of Downtown Dayton.com\n\n\n\nThe Dayton Holiday Festival kicks off with the Grande Illumination tree lighting and the Dayton Children’s Parade Spectacular in Lights. \n\n\n\nCourthouse Square hosts live entertainment\, live reindeer\, and Gingerbread Homes for the Holidays contest on the opening night. \n\n\n\nThere will be a street fair\, horse-drawn wagon rides\, holiday village\, and the Junior League of Dayton’s Holiday Village. \n\n\n\nThroughout December there will be events and activities including Virginia Kettering’s Holiday Train Display\, Downtown Jingle Lights\, Whimsical Windows\, Noontime Entertainment\, and much more. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDo you have an event that you want to feature (for free) on our VisitOhioToday events calendar? Just send us an email at team@visitohiotoday.com. All submissions subject to approval.
URL:https://visitohiotoday.com/event/dayton-holiday-festival-event/
LOCATION:Dayton Holiday Festival\, Downtown\, Dayton\, OH\, 45402\, United States
CATEGORIES:Festival
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DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251230T210000
DTSTAMP:20260419T082620
CREATED:20250926T132114Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250926T132115Z
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SUMMARY:Christmas Lights at Clifton Mill
DESCRIPTION:Clifton Mill Christmas lights always open the day after Thanksgiving and continue until December 30. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nOver 4 million lights illuminate the mill\, the gorge\, the riverbanks\, trees\, and bridges. There is even a 100-foot “waterfall” of twinkling lights. The flip of one switch turns all the lights on at once\, transforming night into a fantastical winter wonderland which includes a Miniature Village\, a Santa Claus Museum\, a Toy Collection\, and a spectacular synchronized lights and music show that features the old Covered Bridge. \n\n\n\nThe lights are turned on at 5 pm every night\, and turned off at 9 pm\, except for Christmas Eve and Christmas Day\, when they are turned off at 8 pm. \n\n\n\nFor more information and a review of our visit\, check out our article about Clifton Mill Christmas Lights. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDo you have an event that you want to feature (for free) on our VisitOhioToday events calendar? Feel free to send us an email at team@visitohiotoday.com. All submissions subject to approval.
URL:https://visitohiotoday.com/event/christmas-lights-at-clifton-mill/
LOCATION:Christmas Lights at Clifton Mill\, 75 Water Street\, Clifton\, OH\, 45316\, United States
CATEGORIES:Festival
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251129T110000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251213T160000
DTSTAMP:20260419T082620
CREATED:20250923T105556Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250923T105556Z
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SUMMARY:Christmas in Zoar
DESCRIPTION:Christmas in Zoar is a series of guided tours of Historic Zoar Village over three Saturdays in late November and early December. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThe Christmas tours at Zoar Village take visitors back in time to explore beautifully decorated historic buildings\, each showcasing German Christmas traditions and the origins of Christmas traditions. \n\n\n\nEnjoy the festive atmosphere of Zoar’s historically preserved village and hear stories of Christmas past. \n\n\n\nThe Christmas tours are held on the last Saturday of November and the first two Saturdays of December. \n\n\n\nTours begin every half hour\, the first is at 11 am and the last is at 4 pm on each of the three days. There is a small charge for tickets. \n\n\n\nIf you wish to attend this event\, online reservation is required. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDo you have an event that you want to feature (for free) on our VisitOhioToday events calendar? Feel free to send us an email at team@visitohiotoday.com. All submissions subject to approval.
URL:https://visitohiotoday.com/event/christmas-in-zoar/
LOCATION:Christmas in Zoar\, Historic Zoar Village\, Zoar\, OH\, 44697\, United States
CATEGORIES:Festival
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251129T163000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251129T210000
DTSTAMP:20260419T082620
CREATED:20231116T132423Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250926T123919Z
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SUMMARY:Lorain Winterfest
DESCRIPTION:The Lorain Winterfest is a one-day festival held in late November. Many activities and events happen in the evening\, and some continue throughout December. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThe parade kicks off Lorain Winterfest\, and Santa arrives later that night. There will be lots of live entertainment and the official Christmas tree lighting. \n\n\n\nSanta will be at Black River Landing each Saturday and Sunday before Christmas. \n\n\n\nThe International Trees and Trains exhibit opens on the day of the Winterfest and continues each Friday\, Saturday\, and Sunday throughout December at the Black River Transportation Center\, where Lorain’s Caboose C-3855 is lit with hundreds of lights. \n\n\n\nLorain County Community College at City Center will have activities for children throughout December. The shops and restaurants will also have extended opening hours during December. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDo you have an event that you want to feature (for free) on our VisitOhioToday events calendar? Just send us an email at team@visitohiotoday.com. All submissions subject to approval.
URL:https://visitohiotoday.com/event/lorain-winterfest-event/
LOCATION:Lorain Winterfest\, 300 Broadway\, Lorain\, OH\, 44052\, United States
CATEGORIES:Festival
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251129T170000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251230T210000
DTSTAMP:20260419T082620
CREATED:20251031T142442Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251031T142443Z
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SUMMARY:Nature's A-Glow
DESCRIPTION:Nature’s A-Glow is a walk-through Christmas light display at Beech Creek Botanical Garden in Alliance from late November through late December each year. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nNature’s A-Glow is a winter wonderland of Christmas light displays at Beech Creek Botanical Garden and Nature Preserve. \n\n\n\nMany of the light displays are synchronized to music as visitors walk around the garden. This experience takes anywhere from 40 minutes to 3 hours. \n\n\n\nHot chocolate\, popcorn\, hot dogs\, soft pretzels\, and nachos are available to purchase\, or roast marshmallows by the fire. \n\n\n\nBe sure to take the kids to visit Santa’s Workshop with their wish list! \n\n\n\nCreate a festive wreath at the Williamsburg Wreath Workshop. \n\n\n\nTickets are available online\, and hours vary\, so check the website for the times you wish to visit. The gardens are closed on December 24 and 25. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDo you have an event that you want to feature (for free) on our VisitOhioToday events calendar? Feel free to send us an email at team@visitohiotoday.com. All submissions subject to approval.
URL:https://visitohiotoday.com/event/natures-a-glow/
LOCATION:Nature’s A-Glow\, Beech Creek Botanical Garden\, 11929 Beech St NE\, Alliance\, OH\, 44601\, United States
CATEGORIES:Festival
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