Christmas at Central Park
Guests can explore a Christmas Village featuring festive houses decorated by local community partners. Activities include train rides around the park, a letter-to-Santa station, and live animal photo opportunities. The event also features live music from The Canal Street Ramblers and the Green Middle School Choir, followed by a tree lighting ceremony with Santa Claus and a fireworks show.
What to Expect
Holiday celebration featuring a Christmas Village, train rides, and fireworks.
Event Details
Ages
All ages
Timed Entry
No
Organizer
City of Green
Food & Drink
Free cotton candy and popcorn are provided by Maranatha Bible Church; no other food or drink options are specified.
Local Insight & Ratings
Family Friendly
Best For
Families with young children
Vibe
Festive and community-centered
Energy Level
Moderate
Budget
Free
Photo Friendly
High
Weather Sensitivity
High
Location
Know Before You Go
- Tickets: Admission and parking are free. No registration required. Free cotton candy and popcorn are provided by Maranatha Bible Church.
- Hours: 2:30pm - 5:30pm.
- Parking: Parking is available at the Central Park lot (1795 Steese Rd), the Central Administration lot (1755 Town Park Blvd), and the Green Memorial Stadium lot (1737 Steese Rd). Parking is free.
- Pets: Pets are not permitted at special events.
Tips & Advice
- Stay until the very end, because the Mayor and Santa Claus light the tree and kick off the fireworks as the event's finale.
- If the Central Park lot fills, use the free Central Administration or Green Memorial Stadium lots, both close by on Town Park Blvd and Steese Rd.
- Leave pets at home, since the City of Green does not allow them at any of its special events.
- Have the kids think about their Christmas wishes before you arrive, so they're ready for the letter-to-Santa station.
- Dress warmly for an afternoon outdoors in the park in December, especially if you plan to stay for the tree lighting and fireworks.
Special Events & Promotions
- Mayor Rocco Yeargin and Santa Claus light the tree and set off the fireworks to close the event.
- The Canal Street Ramblers play festive instrumentals.
- Green Middle School Choir performance.
- Christmas Village houses decorated by Parks & Recreation, AFSCME Local Union 2741, Summit County Sheriff's Department, Green Fire Division and Green Primary PTA.
Quick Actions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is there for kids to do?
There are train rides around the park, a letter-to-Santa station and live animal photo opportunities. Kids can also walk through the Christmas Village of houses decorated by community partners.
Is there food?
Yes. Maranatha Bible Church hands out free cotton candy and popcorn, and there are other snacks too.
Who performs?
The Canal Street Ramblers play festive instrumentals, and the Green Middle School Choir performs.
Do we need to register?
No. Registration isn't required.
Where can we park?
Parking is free at the Central Park lot (1795 Steese Rd), the Central Administration lot (1755 Town Park Blvd) and the Green Memorial Stadium lot (1737 Steese Rd).
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