Last updated: November 11, 2024
Celebrate the best of the holidays in Toledo with our ultimate guide. Whether you're rediscovering your city or seeing it anew, our guide reveals the best of Toledo's holidays.
In the heart of the season, the Lights Before Christmas transforms the Toledo Zoo into a dazzling spectacle with over a million lights illuminating the winter nights. With the Columbus Zoo's Wildlights, visitors can experience enchanting displays while enjoying the unique atmosphere of the zoo after dark. And the Hensville Lights is something you definitely don't want to miss, as it brings the urban spirit of Toledo alive with festive decor and special activities. See more details on these and other fun events and activities below!
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Holiday celebration in a zoo setting
The Toledo Zoo's Lights Before Christmas features over one million lights, an award-winning Big Tree, and 200+ illuminated animal images. Enjoy ice slides, carousels, and holiday train rides amidst a festive atmosphere.
Where: Toledo | More Info: Lights Before Christmas
Live music and character appearances.
Hensville Lights features a 45-foot tall Christmas tree, live music, food, character appearances, and holiday ice carving in Hensville Park.
Where: Toledo | More Info: Hensville Lights
Community-driven holiday transformation of a historic mansion.
The 50th annual Holidays at the Manor House features over 30 areas of the 30,000-square-foot Manor House transformed into a holiday celebration by community volunteers. Admission is free, and no reservations are required. The event includes a model train exhibit at Metroparks Hall and offers accessible tours for visitors with wheelchairs.
Where: Toledo | More Info: Holidays at the Manor House
