Canton Christmas Events & Things to Do 2025

Your complete guide to the best christmas events in Canton and surrounding areas

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Christmas Lights (28 events) Christmas Markets (20 events) Christmas Shows (16 events) Christmas Parties (5 events) Other Christmas Activities (30 events)

Canton showcases the Christmas season near the central districts and the downtown theater corridor with joyful events, holiday activities and twinkling Christmas lights. Enjoy special screenings like National Lampoon’s Christmas Vacation and The Polar Express Holiday Movie Special, and attend the Sixth Annual Christmas Truce Ball for festive events and seasonal entertainment. Between caroling, community parades and winter festivals, Canton offers a lively mix of holiday attractions, family-friendly activities and cultural events that celebrate the season across town.

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Christmas Lights

28 events
WinterLand CLE • Nov 29 – Dec 31

Downtown Cleveland winter festival with ice skating and holiday pop-up bars

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Christmas Markets

20 events
44th Annual Holiday Tree Festival • Nov 15 – Nov 23

Hundreds of decorated trees and gifts benefiting children's hospital.

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Christmas Shows

16 events
Irving Berlin's White Christmas • Dec 5 – Dec 14

Irving Berlin's classic musical based on the beloved film

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Christmas Parties

5 events
Sixth Annual Christmas Truce Ball • Jan 17

1940s big band music and WWII reenactors

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Other Christmas Activities

30 events
Lock 3 Park Winter Wonderland and Ice Skating • Nov 19 – Dec 31

Cozy heated igloo rentals and vintage animated holiday displays

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Editor's Picks (6)

  1. WinterLand CLE (Cleveland)
    Downtown Cleveland winter festival with ice skating and holiday pop-up bars
  2. Cleveland Winterfest (Cleveland)
    Cleveland's official holiday season kickoff with European market inspiration.
  3. Wooster Winterland (Cleveland)
    Community-partnered winter holiday celebration
  4. Akron Zoo's Wild Lights (Akron)
    Over one million lights at the Akron Zoo
  5. Lock 3 Park Winter Wonderland and Ice Skating (Akron)
    Cozy heated igloo rentals and vintage animated holiday displays
  6. 44th Annual Holiday Tree Festival (Akron)
    Hundreds of decorated trees and gifts benefiting children's hospital.

This Week / Coming Up (6)

Christmas on the Canal Sat, Nov 8
North Pole Adventure Fri, Nov 14
Reithoffers Holiday Market Fri, Nov 14
Warther's Christmas Tree Festival Sat, Nov 15
Christmas Lights Near Canton, Ohio Wed, Nov 19
Window Wonderland Fri, Nov 21

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Canton Christmas FAQ

When are the best times to visit?

Weekday evenings tend to be less crowded. Peak times are weekends in December, especially closer to Christmas.

Is parking available?

Most events offer on-site parking. Check individual event pages for specific parking information and fees.

Are venues accessible?

Most venues are accessible. Contact individual events for specific accessibility accommodations.