Upper Arlington Christmas Events & Things to Do 2025
Your complete guide to the best christmas events in Upper Arlington and surrounding areas
Upper Arlington celebrates the Christmas season with holiday activities and festive events centered near the downtown and Tremont Center, featuring community markets like the Bethel Holiday Market and the CAG Annual Holiday Art Sale. Seasonal tours and light displays bring a warm, small-town feel to neighborhood streets. With parades, markets, and family-friendly performances, there are plenty of things to do that make the season special for families and local visitors.
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Christmas Markets
25 eventsAnnual holiday bazaar benefiting children's hospital with handcrafted items.
Christmas Lights
18 eventsMillions of dazzling LED lights and animated musical shows.
Christmas Shows
10 eventsClassic holiday ballet with enchanting music and choreography.
Christmas Activities
14 eventsAnnual community tree lighting ceremony
Editor's Picks (6)
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Columbus Zoo Wildlights
(Powell)
Millions of dazzling LED lights and animated musical shows.
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TWIG Bazaar Benefiting Nationwide Children's Hospital
(Powell)
Annual holiday bazaar benefiting children's hospital with handcrafted items.
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The Nutcracker
(Columbus)
Classic holiday ballet with enchanting music and choreography.
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Columbus Symphony Holiday Pops
(Columbus)
Holiday Pops concert with symphony, chorus, and children's choir.
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A Charlie Brown Christmas – Live On Stage
(Springfield)
Live stage musical adaptation of the 60th anniversary of "A Charlie Brown Christmas."
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Holiday Hop in the Short North Arts District
(Columbus)
Pedestrian-only High Street with 100+ artisan vendors and live performances.
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Upper Arlington Christmas FAQ
The Upper Arlington Winter Festival and Tree Lighting at Mallway Park is one of the biggest annual events, featuring Santa visits, horse-drawn carriage rides, ice sculpting, and a community tree lighting ceremony.
Upper Arlington’s Winter Festival with its tree lighting, live reindeer display, and community bonfire with s’mores is a cherished local tradition that brings residents together to celebrate the season.
Several residential neighborhoods throughout Upper Arlington are known for their festive holiday lights and neighborhood displays, offering great spots for walking or driving tours during the season.
Christmas markets and local artisan fairs are often held at community centers and parks like Mallway Park, as well as at seasonal events organized by the Upper Arlington Civic Association and local vendors.
Enjoying neighborhood light displays, attending the free Winter Festival tree lighting, and visiting local markets with no admission fees are great budget-friendly ways to celebrate the holidays in Upper Arlington.
Families can enjoy visits with Santa at the Winter Festival, horse-drawn carriage rides, holiday crafts, and the Christmas bus ride through Thompson Park to meet Santa, all offering memorable experiences for children.