Illustration of two small figures in winter hats and scarves with snowmen near red market stalls and a decorated tree in snow (The Great Ohio Christmas Cookie Festival 2026)
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The Great Ohio Christmas Cookie Festival 2026

Bakers, specialty food makers, and artisans gather to offer holiday cookies, pastries, pies, breads, candies, fudge, and other gourmet treats. Attendees can browse handcrafted gifts and home décor alongside live demonstrations, seasonal music, and tasting samples.

Sun, Dec 6, 2026 All ages

Plan Your Visit

Food & Drink

Shop for cookies, pastries, pies, breads, candies, fudge, gourmet treats, spice blends, jams, and savory treats; tasting samples are available, and VIP ticket holders receive complimentary coffee and gourmet hot cocoa.

Location

The Ohioan Hotel & Event Center · 100 Green Meadows Drive South, Lewis Center, OH 43035 Get Directions

Local Insight & Ratings

Family Friendly

🎄 🎄 🎄 ⚪ ⚪ (3/5)

Best For

Holiday shoppers and fans of baked goods

Vibe

Festive and food-focused

Energy Level

Moderate

Photo Friendly

Moderate

Weather Sensitivity

Low

Tips & Advice

  • Book a VIP ticket early if you want early access; the VIP tickets are limited.
  • If you are 12 or older, make sure you have a ticket for admission outside the free final two hours.
  • Consider the free final-two-hours session for holiday shopping, keeping in mind that supplies may run out.
  • Bring a shopping list to help you browse the food, handmade gifts and home décor on offer.

Special Events & Promotions

  • VIP ticket holders get early access and complimentary coffee and gourmet hot cocoa, an exclusive market tote, demonstrations and tasting samples.
  • Early general admission is offered as a separate session.
  • Admission is free during the final two hours, while supplies last.

Links & Contact

Run by Made Local Events

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Frequently Asked Questions

What kinds of food and gifts will be available?

Vendors will offer cookies, pastries, pies, breads, candies, fudge, gourmet treats, spice blends, jams, handcrafted gifts and home décor.

What else is there to see or do besides shopping?

The festival includes live demonstrations, holiday music and tasting samples from participating vendors.

Do children need tickets?

Ages 12 and older must have a ticket.

Is there a free admission option?

Admission is free during the final two hours, with shopping available while supplies last.

What does the VIP experience include?

VIP admission includes early access, complimentary coffee and gourmet hot cocoa, a market tote, live demonstrations and tasting samples. Tickets are limited.

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