Last updated: November 11, 2024
Feel the community spirit this holiday season in Piqua! Explore our guide for all the events and activities. From Piqua enthusiasts to curious explorers, our guide illuminates the path to holiday wonder.
This season, immersing yourself in the enchanting atmosphere of the Piqua's Holiday Horse Parade is a delightful tradition, showcasing vibrant floats and festive equestrian displays. Meanwhile, the Dayton Holiday Festival offers a variety of fun activities, from live entertainment to seasonal markets, perfect for families and friends. And don’t forget the Wildlights at Columbus Zoo, where the zoo transforms into a winter wonderland of twinkling lights and holiday cheer. See more details on these and other fun events and activities below!
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Over 1 million lights and 250 displays in a drive-through format.
Holiday in Lights is an outdoor light display at Armco Park in Warren County, featuring over 1 million lights and 250 displays. The event showcases holiday-themed displays, including Santa Claus and his elves, and every animal on the ark. It is an established Cincinnati holiday family tradition.
Where: Lebanon | More Info: Holiday in Lights
Early holiday shopping with historical vendors.
The Fall Market Faire at Johnston Farm in Piqua, Ohio, offers an early holiday shopping experience with historical vendors selling unique gifts and seasonal items. Visitors can explore the largest log barn in Ohio and enjoy the festive atmosphere.
Where: Piqua | More Info: Fall Market Faire at Johnston Farm
Live performance by Piqua High School show choir.
Christmas on the Green is a community event in downtown Piqua featuring carriage rides, community caroling, children's activities, and live music. The highlight includes a live performance by the Piqua High School show choir. Community caroling at the gazebo occurs at 7 p.m.
Where: Piqua | More Info: Christmas on the Green
Horse-drawn carriages with Holiday Lights.
Horse-drawn carriages, hitches, and riders all outfitted with Holiday Lights, making their way down Main Street in downtown Piqua. Christmas banners and decorated street trees create a dazzling backdrop for this family-friendly event.
Where: Piqua | More Info: Piqua's Holiday Horse Parade
Traditional hometown parade with Santa visit.
The Downtown Piqua Holiday Parade is an old-fashioned hometown parade celebrating the holiday season. Families and friends of all ages fill the streets for this festive event. After the parade, kids can visit Santa in the lobby of the Piqua Public Library.
Where: Piqua | More Info: Downtown Piqua Holiday Parade
Scenic out-and-back course along the Piqua PATH.
The Holly Jolly 5K/10K Run is an annual event hosted by Mainstreet Piqua, taking place on December 14, 2024. The race features a scenic out-and-back course along the Piqua PATH, with registration starting at 9:00 AM and the race beginning at 10:00 AM. Participants receive a long-sleeve cotton T-shirt with registration before December 1st. The event includes age divisions and awards for overall and category winners.
Where: Piqua | More Info: Holly Jolly 5k/10k
Historic holiday dinner with candle-lit tour and live music.
Join a candle-lit tour of the 1815 Johnston Home at the Johnston Farm & Indian Agency. Enjoy an authentic 1815 meal prepared over an open hearth, accompanied by live music and a special take-home treat.
Where: Piqua | More Info: An 1815 Johnston Christmas
Immersive historical reenactments with period demonstrations and vendors.
Participate in autumnal festivities and interact with trades-people and characters from the mid-18th to mid-19th centuries at Johnston Farm and Indian Agency. Food and craft vendors will be on hand, and the Johnston home will be open for tours. The General Harrison canal boat will operate throughout the event, with all activities included in the admission price.
Where: Piqua | More Info: Historic Fall Trade Faire at Fort Piqua
Traditional tree lighting and children's parade with over 100,000 lights.
The Dayton Holiday Festival is a family-friendly event in downtown Dayton, featuring a tree lighting ceremony, children's parade, live entertainment, reindeer, and various holiday activities.
Where: Dayton | More Info: Dayton Holiday Festival