Kent Christmas Lights 2026

Visitors drive through illuminated displays featuring LED lights, animatronics, and over fifty holiday scenes, including the 12 Days of Christmas. After driving through, guests can stop to explore Santa's Workshop, Mrs. Claus Kitchen & Gifts, and meet Mr. Grinch. Photo...

Visitors explore the zoo transformed by dazzling holiday light displays, illuminated trees, and festive photo opportunities around animal habitats. Guests can enjoy seasonal goodies, warm beverages, and s'mores while taking in the sights. Special elf-led golf cart tours are also...

Singers of all ages participate in a neighborhood caroling stroll starting from Old School Park before heading to the Greens. Attendees gather at the Gazebo Green to celebrate the official illumination of downtown Hudson. Food trucks serve visitors along East...

Guests explore a curated selection of historic and contemporary private residences decorated for the holiday season throughout Greater Akron. The tour showcases distinctive properties such as a 1929 French Eclectic home with custom murals, a 1953 home featuring an imported...

The annual festival transforms Downtown Lakewood into a festive winter destination with live entertainment, local shopping, and family activities. Visitors can browse street and food vendors or visit an indoor Holiday Market featuring goods from local small businesses and makers....

Visitors can experience a tree and community lighting, a parade, and an evening fireworks display. Festivities also feature a holiday market, Santa photos and activities at the Santa House, s'mores, and a window design contest.

Visitors can bundle up outside to watch regional ice carvers craft holiday characters and pose for photos on an ice throne. As evening falls, guests take a tractor-drawn wagon ride through classic light displays and head indoors to see a...

Visitors experience festive illuminated displays from the comfort of their own vehicles. The route winds through the fairgrounds, showcasing seasonal light setups.

Step into a dazzling holiday wonderland at Stan Hywet Hall & Gardens' Deck the Hall event. The estate comes alive with 1.4 million lights, transforming the grounds into a magical spectacle. Inside the Manor House, discover enchanting winter-themed décor and...

Step into a breathtaking winter wonderland at Nature's A-Glow, where Beech Creek Gardens is transformed by over 500,000 shimmering lights. Wander through dazzling displays, many synchronized to music, creating a magical atmosphere. Enjoy classic holiday activities like roasting marshmallows by...

Step back in time at the Perkins Stone Mansion for a Society Centennial Christmas. Each room is a festive journey through different decades, showcasing popular styles, toys, and gifts from the past, all drawn from the Society's collection. Explore the...

Orrville's annual holiday tradition celebrates its 26th year with a magical evening. Visitors can look forward to Santa's grand arrival, opportunities to pet a reindeer, and a dazzling display of over 50 ice sculptures. Enjoy iceless skating, explore local businesses,...

Frost returns to the Cleveland Botanical Garden, transforming it into an enchanting winter wonderland. This immersive holiday experience features a dozen themed rooms, sparkling lights, delightful plants, and captivating sounds. Families can enjoy crafts, activities, and numerous photo opportunities, making...

Country Lights Drive-Thru at Farmpark offers lighting displays viewed from vehicles. Advance ticket purchase is required for this event.

University Circle transforms into a winter wonderland with 'Illuminate the Circle,' a magical holiday light experience. From November 22 through New Year's Day, Wade Oval glitters with thousands of twinkling lights. The free Tree Lighting Ceremony on November 22 features...