Cleveland Christmas Connection
Visitors can browse hundreds of vendor booths offering holiday décor, apparel, toys, treats, and handcrafted gifts. Attractions include SantaLand with Santa and Mrs. Claus, live stage entertainment, Mahjong demonstrations, and a large-scale model train village. Guests can also view historic amusement park ride cars and see a 30-foot Santa greeting shoppers at the decorated entrance.
What to Expect
Cleveland holiday shopping show with over 500 vendors and festive attractions.
Event Details
Ages
All ages
Timed Entry
No
Organizer
Marketplace Events
Food & Drink
Vendors offer food and treats, including handcrafted chocolates from Gorant Chocolatier.
Local Insight & Ratings
Family Friendly
Best For
Holiday shoppers and families with children
Vibe
Festive and bustling
Energy Level
Moderate
Budget
$
Photo Friendly
High
Weather Sensitivity
None
Location
Know Before You Go
- Tickets: Early Bird Admission: $20 (online only); the Early Bird ticket is valid all day Friday. On Friday, November 20, bring 2 cans of vegetables to get $4 off regular admission. Subscribe to the mailing list to receive a promotional code for $1 off adult tickets. – Get tickets
- Hours: Early Bird Shopping: 8–10 AM; Tyler Hynes live on stage at 1PM on Friday, November 20.
- Parking: General parking at the I-X Center is $12 per vehicle. Exact cash is preferred. The East Entrance is the show's main entrance; the West Entrance is used for overflow parking, and visitors entering through the West should head to the East Entrance for the front entrance holiday displays. Parking is not included in admission.
Tips & Advice
- Buy the Early Bird ticket online ahead of time, since it's online only and gets you in first on Friday with vendor deals and a tote.
- If you go on Friday, bring 2 cans of vegetables for the Greater Cleveland Food Bank to get a discount on regular admission.
- Bring exact cash for parking, which is paid separately from admission, and use the East Entrance to see the front entrance holiday displays.
- First responders, veterans and active military should come on Sunday's Hero Day and bring valid ID to the Box Office for free admission.
- Subscribe to the show's mailing list before you go to get a promo code that takes a little off adult tickets.
Special Events & Promotions
- Friday: Tyler Hynes from The Hallmark Channel appears live on stage.
- Friday is Greater Cleveland Food Bank Day: bring 2 cans of vegetables for a discount on regular admission.
- Sunday is Hero Day: active military, veterans, police, fire and first responders get in free with valid ID at the Box Office. Family members aren't included.
- Early Bird Shopping on Friday morning (online-only ticket, valid all day Friday), with vendor deals and an exclusive tote.
- New for 2026: Merry Mahjong, with lessons on Friday, Saturday and Sunday and open play throughout the show.
Quick Actions
Frequently Asked Questions
What's new at the show this year?
Merry Mahjong, presented by Tiles & Tonic, offers demonstrations, beginner instruction, tips and tricks, and Mahjong products for sale. Lessons run Friday, Saturday and Sunday, with open play throughout the show.
Where should I park?
I-X Center parking is paid per vehicle and isn't included in admission, and exact cash is preferred. The East Entrance is the main entrance. If you're sent to the West Entrance for overflow, walk over to the East Entrance to see the front entrance holiday displays.
What does the Early Bird ticket include?
First access to the show on Friday, vendor deals and an exclusive shopping tote. The ticket is sold online only and is valid all day Friday.
Are there any celebrity appearances?
Tyler Hynes from The Hallmark Channel appears live on stage on Friday.
Is there anything for kids?
Flower Entertainment does face painting and balloon creations throughout the weekend.
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