Ultimate Guide to Holiday Events in Columbus and Central OH

Scioto Mile Holiday Lights

Thu, Nov 30 +more dates • All Day

The Scioto Mile • 233 S Civic Center Dr Columbus, 43215

Central

Each year, the Scioto Mile glows with holiday lighting, adding an air of festivity in downtown Columbus. While construction takes place in Bicentennial ...

Season of Celebrations

Thu, Nov 30 +more dates • All Day

COSI – Center of Science and Industry • 333 West Broad St. Columbus, 43215

Central

Season of Celebrations is a new seasonal exhibit experience, starting on Friday, November 24, 2023, that will transform the museum into a winter wonderland, ...

Holiday Blooms

Thu, Nov 30 +more dates • All Day

Franklin Park Conservatory and Botanical Gardens • 1777 E. Broad Street Columbus, 43203

Central

We’ve decked the Conservatory’s halls, and they’re blooming with holiday spirit! Visitors can spend the season amidst extravagant scenes featuring ...

Gifts of the Craftsmen 2023

Thu, Nov 30 - Sat, Dec 23 • All Day

Ohio Craft Museum • 1665 W. Fifth Ave. Columbus, 43212

Central

A unique holiday shopping experience! Handcrafted jewelry, glass, pottery, whimsical animals and puppets, original holiday cards and ornaments—made by ...

The Santa Experience

Thu, Nov 30 - Sun, Dec 24 • 10:00 am - ?

Easton • 160 Easton Town Ctr, Columbus, 43219

Central

November 18 – December 24 Various times Sunday: 12-6PM, break 2-3PM Monday – Saturday: 10AM – 9PM, breaks at 1-1:45PM, 4:45-5:30PM Christmas ...

WILDLIGHTS 2023

Thu, Nov 30 +more dates • 5:00 pm - ?

Columbus Zoo and Aquarium • 4850 Powell Rd Powell, 43065

North

One of Ohio’s Favorite Holiday Traditions! The yuletide season comes alive with millions of LED lights, animated musical light shows, Santa, reindeer, ...

Conservatory Aglow

Thu, Nov 30 +more dates • 5:00 pm - ?

Franklin Park Conservatory and Botanical Gardens • 1777 E. Broad Street Columbus, 43203

Central

Join us as the gardens and interior biomes transform into a wonderland of lights and experiences. Explore captivating new displays, including mesmerizing ...

Columbus Commons Holiday Lights

Thu, Nov 30 +more dates • 5:00 pm - 11:00 pm

Columbus Commons • 160 S High St Columbus, 43215

Central

COLUMBUS COMMONS HOLIDAY LIGHTS POWERED BY THE AEP FOUNDATION The annual tradition is back for another year! Enjoy the festive lights at Columbus Commons ...

Butch Bando’s Fantasy Of Lights

Thu, Nov 30 +more dates • 5:30 pm - ?

Alum Creek State Park Campgrounds • 3311 South Old State Road Delaware, OH

Check out Columbus' original drive thru light show! This locally owned + family operated show is located at Alum Creek State Park Campground 3311 South ...

Treats for Santa Painting Class

Thu, Nov 30 • 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm

Other

Make your kiddos a special Cookies for Santa plate that they will be excited to use year after year. Feel free to change colors/design to meet your wishes. ...

SegAway Holiday Lights Tour

Thu, Nov 30 - Sat, Dec 23 • 6:00 pm - 8:30 pm

• Columbus, OH

Enjoy the beautiful sights and sounds of the holiday season as you glide through downtown Columbus! Listen to all of your favorite holiday music through ...

Fashion Friday’s

Fri, Dec 1 +more dates • 8:00 am - 2:00 am

Alley Burger • 26 N. High St. Rear Columbus , Ohio 43215

Central

Fashion Fridays is a CME VIP Experience at Alley Burger located in Downtown Columbus, OH with special guest Dj IQ & Annie Bee from Radio Station 106.7 ...

Pickerington Holiday Gathering and City Christmas Tree Lighting

Fri, Dec 1 • 5:00 pm - ?

Combustion Brewery & Taproom – Pinkerton • 80 W. Church St. Pickerington, 43147

Eastside

Annual family friendly event with activities all around the Pickerington Village area 5-8pm. Many participating businesses provide a place to warm up ...

WCOL Winter Wonder Jam

Fri, Dec 1 • 5:30 pm - ?

Ohio Expo Center & State Fair • 717 E 17th Ave Columbus, 43211

Central

92.3 WCOL, Columbus’s #1 for New Country, brings country music stars together for one incredible night at the 2023 Winter Wonder Jam on Friday, December ...

Santa House in Worthington Park, Logan

Fri, Dec 1 +more dates • 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm

Hocking Hills • 13178 State Route 664 S. Logan, 43138

Other

The Santa House in Logan Ohio has been making magical memories for children for decades. Santa Clause has a warm house nestled in Worthington Park. Come ...

Mr. Scrooge: The Musical

Fri, Dec 1 +more dates • 7:00 pm - ?

Riffe Center • 77 S High St Columbus, 43215

Central

December 1 - 7 :00 PM December 2 - 1:00 PM, 4:00 PM, 7::00 PM December 3 - 1:00 PM & 4:00 PM December 8 - 10:00 AM December ...

Breakfast with Santa

Sat, Dec 2 +more dates • 8:00 am - 12:00 pm

Franklin Park Conservatory and Botanical Gardens • 1777 E. Broad Street Columbus, 43203

Central

Katie’s pancakes will be on-site flipping pancakes for you to “catch” your breakfast! Enjoy all the pancakes and sausage you can eat, real orange ...

Holiday Wow and Wonder Weekend

Sat, Dec 2 • 10:00 am - 5:00 pm

Columbus Museum of Art • 480 East Broad Street Columbus, 43215

Central

Start your holiday celebrations at CMA during Holiday Wow & Wonder! Embrace holiday wow moments with shopping deals, membership discounts, tastes of ...

holiday vendor weekend

Sat, Dec 2 - Sun, Dec 3 • 10:00 am - ?

Polaris Fashion Place • 1500 Polaris Pkwy Columbus, 43240

North

Join My Time Events at Polaris Fashion Place 3 weeks before Christmas for their Holiday Vendor Show! For any inquiries on the event, call My Time Events ...

Holiday Hop

Sat, Dec 2 • 11:00 am - 8:00 pm

Short North Arts District • 875 N. High St. Columbus, 43215

Central

Holiday Hop is back and bigger than ever this year! Bring your Holiday Trail and Elf Trail cards and your holiday spirit, and get ready to take a stroll ...

Holiday Trolley Hop Open House

Sat, Dec 2 • 1:00 pm - 6:00 pm

Thurber House • 77 Jefferson Ave Columbus, 43215

Central

Get in the holiday spirit at Thurber House during this FREE pop-in family-friendly event! Join us for seasonal music, treats, arts and crafts, museum tours, ...

Needle Felted Ornament

Sat, Dec 2 • 1:00 pm - 2:30 pm

Franklin Park Conservatory and Botanical Gardens • 1777 E. Broad Street Columbus, 43203

Central

This is a hands-on class led by Conservatory educator, Nicole Tabit. Learn the basics of needle felting by designing a festive floral and greenery themed ...

Not So Silent Night

Sat, Dec 2 +more dates • 2:00 pm - ?

Shadowbox Live • 503 S Front St, Ste 260 Columbus, 43215

Central

OPENS NOVEMBER 26TH It’s Christmas Eve, and a DJ takes requests and tributes from listeners. But as his town  celebrates the season, he still hopes ...

Letters to Santa

Sat, Dec 2 +more dates • 5:00 pm - 9:00 pm

Ohio Railway Museum • 990 Proprietors Road Worthington, 43085

North

The Ohio Railway Museum would like to invite all our young and young at heart train enthusiasts to visit with Mrs Claus and write a personal letter to ...

Christmas on the Farm

Sat, Dec 2 • 5:00 pm - 9:00 pm

Hocking Hills • 13178 State Route 664 S. Logan, 43138

Other

Santa is almost as excited for Christmas on the Farm as we are! He will be at the Farm on Dec 2 from 5:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. We hope to see you there! ...

sensitive santa

Sun, Dec 3 +more dates • 10:00 am - 11:30 am

Polaris Fashion Place • 1500 Polaris Pkwy Columbus, 43240

North

Sensitive Santa is coming to Polaris Fashion Place on Dec. 3 and Dec. 10. Join us for a sensory-friendly Santa experience! There will be a variety of sensory ...

Holiday Wow and Wonder Weekend

Sun, Dec 3 • 10:00 am - 5:00 pm

Columbus Museum of Art • 480 East Broad Street Columbus, 43215

Central

Start your holiday celebrations at CMA during Holiday Wow & Wonder! Embrace holiday wow moments with shopping deals, membership discounts, tastes of ...

Holiday Wonderland Market

Sun, Dec 3 • 11:00 am - 4:00 pm

Understory • 2571 Neil Ave Columbus, 43202

Central

Join us for our annual Holiday Wonderland Market on December 3rd! We’re hosting 40+ local vendors and makers in our second floor event space from 11a-4p, ...

Holiday Wreath Decorating Class

Sun, Dec 3 • 11:00 am - 12:30 pm

The Flourish Studio • 655 North Cassady Ave Columbus, OH 43219

Central

It's time to decorate! Let's kickstart the holiday season by creating a beautiful wreath for your door! We will start with a fresh balsam wreath and ...

Not Your Mama’s Village Lights Craft Market

Sun, Dec 3 • 3:00 pm - 8:00 pm

Schiller Community Center • 1069 Jaeger Street Columbus, OH 43206

Central

Have the BEST time at Not Your Mama’s 4th Holiday Market of the year! Over 100 handpicked and curated Makers, Vintage Shops and Boutiques will be ...

Village Lights 2023

Sun, Dec 3 • 5:00 pm - 9:00 pm

German Village • 588 S 3rd St Columbus, 43215

Central

It’s time to get into the holiday spirit with Village Lights 2023! German Village is gearing up to dazzle visitors from all over Central Ohio with a ...

SOUL SUNDAY: SOUL DOPE CHRISTMAS WITH JAMAR JAMERSON – Music Hall Stage

Sun, Dec 3 • 6:30 pm - ?

Natalie’s Grandview • 945 King Ave Columbus, 43212

Central

The Soul Sunday series continues at Natalie’s Grandview featuring a variety of R&B/Soul artists and bands. Join us for a holiday concert with special ...

Holiday Centerpiece: Floral Design Class

Mon, Dec 4 • 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm

BrewDog Brewery & Taproom • 96 Gender Road Canal Winchester, 43110

Southside

Let the hosting begin! Bring some joy into the holiday season by gathering your fellow "hostess-with-the-mostest" friends to put together the centerpiece ...

The Divas Takeover XO

Mon, Dec 4 - Tue, Dec 5 • 9:00 pm - 2:30 am

XO Nightlife • 40 E. Long St. Rear Columbus, Ohio 43215

Central

Xo The DIVAS TAKEOVER XO Party is an exciting CME VIP EXPERIENCE happening at XO NIGHTCLUB , located at 40 E. Long St. Columbus, OH, USA. Get ready for ...

Adult Stained Glass Sugar Cookie Baking and Decorating

Tue, Dec 5 • 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm

Our CupCakery • 54 South High Street Dublin, OH 43017

Northwest

Stain Glass Sugar Cookie Decorating with Royal Icing Accents $59………….Tuesday 12/5, 6-7:30pm Begin your holiday baking by rolling, cutting, baking, ...

Holiday Creative Art Sampler

Tue, Dec 5 • 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm

• 190 W Winter St, Delaware, OH 43015

North

If you love to play with all types of art and craft supplies, this class is for you! We will create seasonal holiday projects using a variety of materials: ...

Winter Wreath Workshop

Tue, Dec 5 - Wed, Dec 6 • 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm

Franklin Park Conservatory and Botanical Gardens • 1777 E. Broad Street Columbus, 43203

Central

This is a hands-on class led by Conservatory Educator, Nicole Tabit. Learn how to create a wonderful DIY wreath suitable to adorn any front door ...

Create Your Own Holiday or Christmas Tree Design

Tue, Dec 5 • 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm

Mimi’s Cafe • 1428 Polaris Pkwy Columbus, 43240

North

Green thumb or not this event is for you! Learn about succulents as you create and decorate your very own terrarium to take home! Bring your friends, ...

Sounds of the Season 2023

Thu, Dec 7 - Fri, Dec 8 • 11:00 am - 8:30 pm

Polaris Fashion Place • 1500 Polaris Pkwy Columbus, 43240

North

Sounds of the Season is a program where local schools, organizations, dance groups and singers can spread holiday cheer for all to hear. Performances ...

Cocktails at the Conservatory – Making Spirits Bright

Thu, Dec 7 • 5:30 pm - 9:30 pm

Franklin Park Conservatory and Botanical Gardens • 1777 E. Broad Street Columbus, 43203

Central

Plan a date night for a winter wonderland at Cocktails at the Conservatory. Tickets are available now and may sell out quickly! Enjoy holiday-themed ...

HOLIDAY TRIVIA NIGHT NORTH MARKET BRIDGE PARK HOSTED BY LAST CALL TRIVIA

Thu, Dec 7 • 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm

North Market Bridge Park • 59 Spruce Street Columbus, 43215

Central

Trivia Night at North Market Bridge Park Presented by Last Call Trivia Theme: Holiday Test your Holiday knowledge and join us at North Market ...

The Hip Hop Nutcracker

Thu, Dec 7 • 7:30 pm - ?

Palace Theatre • 34 West Broad St Columbus, 43215

Central

What do you get when you combine the elegant holiday score of Tchaikovsky's Nutcracker and a DJ with pin-sharp contemporary hip hop dance? This hit show ...

One Light 6pm

Fri, Dec 8 • 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm

Columbus Dance Theater • 592 E Main St. Columbus, OH 43215

Central

Join us as we celebrate the winter holiday season by embracing the light and warmth shared by many holiday traditions. The show features dance, music, ...

Breakfast with Santa at Cherry Valley Hotel

Sat, Dec 9 • 8:00 am - ?

Craftsman Kitchen & Terrace • 2299 Cherry Valley Rd SE Newark, OH 43055

Other

Santa Breakfast Adult 8am to 10am $29 per ticket Tax and gratuity INCLUDED in ticket price. Please select items to purchase children's tickets ...

Annual Dublin Scioto High School PTO Santa Breakfast and Craft Fair

Sat, Dec 9 • 8:30 am - ?

Dublin Scioto High School • 4000 Hard Road Dublin, OH 43016

Other

The Dublin Scioto High School PTO Annual Santa Breakfast and Craft Fair is back with fun for everyone – kids from 1 to 92! Brought to you by Fit, Fresh ...

Breakfast with Santa

Sat, Dec 9 • 9:00 am - ?

Dave and Buster's - Polaris • 1554 Polaris Parkway Columbus, OH 43240

North

Santa Claus is coming to Dave & Buster’s Polaris! Skip the long line at the mall and score an exclusive meet & greet. Invite your family & ...

Frozen Sisters Ice Skate Performance and Meet & Greet!

Sat, Dec 9 • 11:00 am - 1:00 pm

Franklin Park Conservatory and Botanical Gardens • 1777 E. Broad Street Columbus, 43203

Central

Watch the frozen sisters perform on ice, followed by a meet & greet with opportunities to get your picture taken with this famous duo! The program ...

ELF in Concert

Sat, Dec 9 - Sun, Dec 10 • Times Vary

Palace Theatre • 34 West Broad St Columbus, 43215

Central

Buddy was accidentally transported to the North Pole as a toddler and raised to adulthood among Santa’s elves. Unable to shake the feeling that he doesn’t fit ...

Menorah Lighting at Easton Town Center

Sat, Dec 9 • 7:30 pm - 9:00 pm

Easton • 160 Easton Town Ctr, Columbus, 43219

Central

Join Easton and Chabad of Columbus for a special menorah lighting at the Town Square. It’s a family party with sufganiot, dreidels, raffle prizes, music, ...

Brunch with Santa

Sun, Dec 10 • 11:00 am - 4:00 pm

BrewDog Brewery & Taproom • 96 Gender Road Canal Winchester, 43110

Southside

Reindeer, Santa and Shopping… OH MY! Who is ready to feel great about their Holiday purchases?!?! We all are! Celebrating its 11th year of handmade ...

Sensory-Friendly Santa Experience

Sun, Dec 10 • 12:00 pm - 4:00 pm

Columbus Zoo and Aquarium • 4850 Powell Rd Powell, 43065

North

At the Columbus Zoo, we're dedicated to making the holidays a wonderful experience for all! Guest with sensory needs will have the chance to meet the ...

Fire and Ice – Chanukah Menorah Lighting at the Easton Chiller

Mon, Dec 11 • 4:30 pm - ?

Easton Chiller • , OH

The light of the Menorah brings warmth to the coldest places- even on ice! Join us as we celebrate Chanukah on ice at the Easton Chiller! Featuring a skating ...

Holiday Apron

Tue, Dec 12 • 5:30 pm - 8:30 pm

• 190 W Winter St Delaware, OH 43015

North

Create a fun bib style reversible apron (one solid pattern/one holiday pattern) to wear this holiday season! Want to add trim, embellishments or even a ...

The Tony Hagood Quartet performs the music of Vince Guaraldi – Music Hall Stage

Thu, Dec 14 • 6:30 pm - ?

Natalie’s Grandview • 945 King Ave Columbus, 43212

Central

For the Second Year in a Row, The Tony Hagood Quartet performs the music of Vince Guaraldi, the composer of music for Charlie Brown/Peanuts.  Just in ...

A Christmas Carol

Thu, Dec 14 +more dates • 7:30 pm - ?

CATCO • 77 South High Street, Second Floor Columbus, 43215

Central

Get ready for the magic of the holiday season like never before with a unique retelling of the classic holiday tale “A Christmas Carol.” This one-person ...

Cake Decorating: Holiday Drip Cake

Fri, Dec 15 • 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm

Franklin Park Conservatory and Botanical Gardens • 1777 E. Broad Street Columbus, 43203

Central

This is a cooking class taught by a local baker, Elaine Li. Elaine, from Sweet & Shiny Bakery, will provide a 6” white cake for class participants ...

Latrice Royale – Why It Gotta Be WHITE Christmas?!?

Fri, Dec 15 • 7:00 pm - ?

Newport Music Hall • 1722 N High St Columbus, 43201

Central

Why It Gotta Be WHITE Christmas?!? LATRICE ROYALE Ages: All Ages Doors Open: 07:00PM This December, Latrice Royale asks the age-old question, “Why ...

Ugly Sweater Party

Fri, Dec 15 • 7:00 pm - ?

Howl at the Moon Columbus • 504 Park St Columbus, 43215

Central

BRING ON THE UGLY! Wear your most hideous, most horrendous, ugliest holiday sweater to our Ugly Sweater Bash! The uglier, the better because your crime ...

THE HOLIDAVE SPECTACULAR WITH DAVID Z PRICE AND FRIENDS – Charlie’s Stage

Fri, Dec 15 • 8:00 pm - ?

Natalie’s Grandview • 945 King Ave Columbus, 43212

Central

Come get in that holiday spirit with David Z Price as he puts on a show filled with holiday music, comedy and cheer. Dave will sing all the classics, backed ...

Santa & The Symphony

Sat, Dec 16 • 11:30 am - ?

McCoy Center for the Arts • 100 W Dublin Granville Rd New Albany, 43054

Northeast

Sensory Friendly Performance Luis Biava, conductor The magic of the season comes alive on stage at the McCoy with the New Albany Symphony Orchestra ...

Sensory Friendly Holiday Concert

Sat, Dec 16 • 4:30 pm - ?

Stuart’s Opera House • 52 Public Sq Nelsonville, 45764

Other

This 30-minute Sensory Friendly concert in the Lobby of Stuart’s Opera House welcomes individuals with sensory input disorders and autism spectrum disorder, ...

SAINT RUSSELL’S HOLIDAY BASH FEATURING DAVE BUKER & THE HISTORIANS WITH OCTOBER

Sat, Dec 16 • 8:00 pm - ?

Natalie’s Grandview • 945 King Ave Columbus, 43212

Central

Saint Russell Productions brings you Saint Russell’s Holiday Bash featuring the award-winning Columbus, OH Americana outfit, Dave Buker & The Historians ...

Lovebirds Christmas

Sun, Dec 17 • 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm

Rambling House • 310 E Hudson St Columbus, 43202

Central

Tickets: $15 -- Music: 5:00 PM // Doors: 7:00 PM The “Lovebirds” consist of a couple who met right on a Columbus stage singing back-up vocals for ...

Bexley Menorah Lighting

Wed, Dec 20 • 6:00 pm - ?

Drexel Circle! • 2242 E. Main Street Bexley, OH 43209

Central

The Bexley Blast Email is a weekly email distributed to residents looking for timely information regarding city news and events, as well as any upcoming ...

A Warrior Christmas ft ABK / Jay Villain

Fri, Dec 22 • 6:00 pm - ?

The Summit Music Hall • 2210 Summit St Columbus, 43201

Central

A Warrior Christmas ft ABK / Jay Villain Dec 22nd at The Summit Music Hall Doors at 6pm 18+ or all ages with a legal guardian only Free Gifts and Food ...

Cirque Dreams Holidaze

Fri, Dec 22 - Sat, Dec 23 • Times Vary

Palace Theatre • 34 West Broad St Columbus, 43215

Central

A specially themed holiday show, Holidaze sees various Christmas ornaments magicked to life as the seasoned troupe of 30 performers from over 12 different ...