KINKY BOOTS
Dates: September 30 - October 24, 2021
Location: WEATHERVANE PLAYHOUSE
1301 Weathervane Ln., Akron, OH 44313
Tele: 330-836-2626 | weathervaneplayhouse.com

TRICK OR TREAT Wine & Cocktail Trail
Date: October 1-31, 2021
Time: Noon-5pm
At Grand River Cellars, Debonne Vineyards, Cask 307, South River Vineyard and Red Eagle Distillery, enjoy 2 wine samples (cocktail at Red Eagle) and a fall-themed or ghoulish appetizer for $8 per person at each location.

For more information click here.

Local visitor bureau

FALL FUN AT RAMSEYER FARMS
Date: September 1 - October 31, 2021
Time: Tues.-Fri. 10AM-7PM, Saturday 11AM-7PM, Sunday 1-6PM
Location
Ramseyer Farms, 4000 Ramseyer Lane, Wooster
330-264-0264 | ramseyerfarms.com
Come visit Ramseyer Farms where family-friendly fun is the focus. Ramseyer Farms is a beautifully-kept, working farm in the heart of Wayne County, Ohio, and the site of the only Ohio Corn Maze. Open in September and October, with two giant corn mazes, corn slides, Hide and Seek Hill with tunnels and 60 foot slides, hayrides, animals, pedal cart race tracks, pumpkin picking and so much more! There is something for everyone to enjoy. Bringing a group? Rent a campfire site to top off the day with gooey S'mores or roasted hotdogs! Tent rentals are also available for a group picnic or other event gatherings. Spend a fall day in beautiful country surroundings, making memories for all ages. See our website for more information and hours.

Closed Mondays, open Sundays beginning Sept. 26. Themed weekends begin Sept. 25.

Visitor information:

Cuyahoga Valley Scenic Railroad Fall Flyer
Starting October 1-31, 2021 (weekends)
Enjoy a 2-hour-sight-seeing excursion of Cuyahoga Valley National Park.

Boarding stations:

9:45 a.m. and 1:30 p.m. departure from Rockside Station on Saturdays
11:30 a.m. and 3:30 p.m. departure from Akron Northside on Sundays
Tickets are $20-$30, depending on seating class
To purchase tickets CLICK HERE.

Advertisement: Tours of Cleveland

October 15-31, 2021
Cuyahoga County NEOH

FALL FOLIAGE DRIVE-IT-YOURSELF TOUR
Date: October 17-31, 2021
Location:Mohican Country Ohio

Experience the beauty of Mohican Country on a drive-it-yourself tour or a hike through the Mohican State Park. With many winding roads and attractions, you can fill your day in Mohican Country with your drive, and maybe a hike, followed by a visit to our many local restaurants and retail shops.


Downloadable maps: Loudonville Mohican Chamber of Commerce

Local visitor information:

Pumpkins & Piranhas SEAsonal Fun Days
Date: October 27-29, 2021
Time: 10am-7pm
Location: Greater Cleveland Aquarium
2000 Sycamore St., Cleveland, OH
greaterclevelandaquarium.com

Get in costume and join baby sharks, superheroes, princesses, scarecrows and seahorses as they roam the Greater Cleveland Aquarium galleries. The family friendly fun days are included with general admission and feature extended hours, underwater pumpkin decorations, costumed SCUBA divers, a small, take-home treat bag for children, pop-up animal enrichment and I Spy/trivia activities focused on some of the curious creatures residing at the Aquarium. Capacity is limited and guests must purchase advance general admission tickets to ensure social distancing and guarantee entry.

History on Tap | Haunted History
Cleveland History Center
Date: October 28, 2021
Time: 5pm-8pm
Location: 10825 East Blvd., Cleveland, OH 44106
216.721.5722 | website

Delve into the dark side of Cleveland's history as you make your way through our historic Hay-McKinney Mansion, where you'll meet some of the most notorious figures from our city's past. Then, explore a selection of the strangest and spookiest items from the WRHS collection in a special pop-up exhibit, Oddities from the Archives.

Be sure to come in costume and enjoy our Halloween-themed photo ops! A cash bar will be available with light snacks for purchase.

Spooky Stories by The Haunted Housewives
Dates: Thursday, October 28, 2021
Time: 6:30pm
Location: Steele Mansion Inn & Gathering Hub - 348 Mentor Avenue, Painesville, OH 44077

Admission: $15 per person, pre-paid.

Join your favorite ghost hunters at Ohio's most beautiful, haunted location!
Hear ghostly tales of Steele Mansion and other historic buildings!
Afterwards, you'll have the chance to explore the mansion and see why we think it's a historic haunted treasure.
What kind of paranormal activity will we find???
*Reservations Required*
$15 per person, pre-paid.
Limited Space.
CALL FOR RESERVATIONS: (440) 639-7948
www.steelemansion.com

October 28-29, 2021
Summit County NEOH

October 28-30, 2021
Tuscarawas County NEOH

Gilligan's Haunted Island
Dates: October 8, 9, 15, 16, 22, 23, 29, 30, 2021
Showtimes: Fri @ 7:30pm | Sat @ 6:30pm
*Doors open 30 minutes before show times for seating.
Location: Noble Art Entertainment Dinner Theater
5475 Lake Rd, Geneva-on-the-Lake, OH 44041
nobleartentertainment.com

Join the most entertaining crew around to see who, or what, has been haunting Gilligan's Island! Full of crazy antics, secret plots, and a Costume Halloween Party; this island adventure is sure to have you in stitches.

$65+ tax/person Show admission & dinner

Local visitor bureau

October 29-30, 2021
Wayne County NEOH

BEST OF OHIO'S AMISH COUNTRY SAVOR
THE FLAVORS OF FALL
Date: October 29-30, 2021
Time: 9am - 5pm

Location: Throughout the "Best of Ohio's Amish Country

Enjoy the scenic rolling hills awash in colorful changing leaves, the crisp autumn air, and the wonderful flavors of fall on this unique tour through Ohio's Amish Country.

Best Of Ohio's Amish Country brings presents a unique tour of our seven stops featuring seven different fall treats celebrating all things autumn.

7 stops with 7 special treats, including a Fry Pie, Caramel Apple, Apple or Pumpkin Butter, Pumpkin Fudge, Sour Apple Cheesecake, Pumpkin Whoopie Pies, and Corn Bread with Ohio Honey. Plus extra discounts at select stops!

To learn more or to purchase tickets:  CLICK HERE. 

Leave your hectic world behind and journey to a place time
has forgotten - Ohio's Amish Country. It's a place where you
can truly slow down and enjoy the little things, the handmade
things, the best things that Amish country has to offer.

Local visitor bureau

The NWORRP Trick or Treat Halloween Train
Dates: October 23 & 30, 2021
Times: October 23 6:30 PM to 9:00 PM
October 30 1:00 PM to 4:00 PM & 6:30 PM to 9:00 PM

Admission: $3.00 Adults, $2.00 Children 12 and under

Two nights of special Halloween Express train rides – take a ride around our tracks and enjoy the Halloween displays as our train makes trick or treat stops. No scary sites – just fun and treats for all!

Watch our website and Facebook page for additional information.

Northwest Ohio Railroad Preservation Inc.
12505 County Road 99, Findlay, Ohio 45840
Website: www.nworrp.org Phone: 419-423-2995
Facebook: www.facebook.com/nworrp

HANDS-ON HALLOWEEN
Akron Children's Museum
Saturday, October 30, 2021
Times: 10:00-11:30am, 12:00-1:30pm, 2:00-3:30, or 4:00-5:30
Location: 216 S. Main Street, Akron OH 44308
330.396.6103 |akronkids.org

Purchase tickets to pick your time slot.
Tickets: $12/Child & $7/Adult (Members save $2 per ticket)

Design a Cookie
Hands-on Craft Stations
Spooky Halloween Concert with Mr. Jeff! (20 Minute Concert Times included in event ticket: 11:00, 1:00, and 2:00)
Make a Cardboard Mini Car and Park at our Indoor Drive-in Movie Theater
Activity Passport
Don't forget to wear your favorite costume!

Open Air Car Pumpkin Hayride on a Train
The Orrville Railroad Heritage Society
Dates: October 9,16, 23, and 30,2021
Departure times will be 10AM, 11AM, 1PM, 2PM and 3PM. Boarding begins 15 minutes prior to departure.
Rides are 30 minutes.
Location: 145 Depot Street, Orrville, OH 44667
330.683.2426 | orrvillerailroad.com/index.html

Pricing is $24.00 per seat in car #501 (non-refundable). This car holds a maximum of 28 guests. Pricing for #330 is $100 for the entire caboose (also non-refundable, individual seats not sold separately). The caboose holds a maximum of 10 guests. Please note that the trains will run rain or shine.

Visitor Bureau

Smithville Community Historical Society -
TRICK OR TREAT AT THE PIONEER VILLAGE
Date: October 30, 2021
Time : 5:30 -pm
Location:Smithville Community Historical Society
381 Main Street, Smithville,Ohio 44677.
Admission:Free
Contact: https://www.facebook.com/SCHSMishler
Website: sohchs.org

Visitor Bureau

October 30-31, 2021
Summit County NEOH

BOO AT THE ZOO
Dates: October 30-31, 2021
Time: 11am - 7pm
Location: Akron Zoo
505 Euclid Ave., Akron, Ohio 44307
akronzoo.org

All guests must have a ticket to enter, including free MEMBER observers. Tickets are available online and at the Akron Zoo box office. Tickets are not available at Acme Fresh Market stores this year. CHECK WEBSITE FOR ADDITIONAL DETAILS.

HALLOWEEN MOVIE NIGHT
Steubenville Parks and Recreation
Date: October 31, 2021
Time: 6:45 PM
Location Belleview Park, Steubenville, OH
website

Bring lawn chair and blankets
Food will be available to purchase.

Nightmare on Front Street
Date: October 31, 2021
Time: Noon - 5pm
Location: 2085 Front St., Cuyahoga Falls

downtowncf.com

It is an indoor and outdoor event in the heart of our downtown. This 5-hour craft beer and art festival is taking place on the plaza, amphitheater and within the pavilion in downtown Cuyahoga Falls featuring Ohio breweries, live entertainment, vendors, food trucks, costume contests, prizes, and more!

Murder Mystery Tour at the Reeves Museum
Dates: November 5-6, 2021
Location: Reeves Victorian Home and Museum
325 East Iron Ave., Dover, OH 44622
doverhistory.org

Please call 330-343-7040 for reservations

This year's mystery is titled, "Till Death Do Us Depart".

It's 1925 and we are on board the SS Reeves for the joyous occasion of a high society wedding and YOU are invited. Everything is not rosy for our couple though-there are strong currents of trouble and seas are definitely choppy! Will this marriage be smooth sailing or is it headed for the rocks? And why are so many guests making waves?

The evening will begin with a short interactive scene, and dinner will take place afterward in the Carriage House.
After dinner, guests will be able to ask questions to help determine the guilty party, and tables will put forth theories after the interrogations. The table with the best guess will be the winner.

Oberlin Heritage Center Hosts One Last Big History Walk Weekend
Date: November 5-7, 2021
Location: Oberlin Heritage Center
73 1/2 South Professor Street
Oberlin, OH 44074-0455
(440) 774-1700

History walks are open to the public as well as to campus visitors, and include opportunities to participate in the Civil War to Civil Rights History Walk (Friday at 3:00 p.m.); the Freedom's Friends History Walk (Saturday at 10:30 a.m.); and the Scholars and Settlers History Walk (Saturday and Sunday at 1:30 p.m.). Self-guided tours of the Monroe House will also be offered throughout the weekend. Visit the Oberlin Heritage Center's website at oberlinheritagecenter.org/ for more on fees and starting locations.

Advance Registration is required for the history walks. Visit the OHC website to make your reservation, or call (440) 774-1700.

NUNSENSE
DeYor Performing Arts Center
Dates: November 5-7, 2021
Time: 7:00 PM
Location: Edward W. Powers Auditorium
260 West Federal Street, Youngstown, OH
330-744-0264 | deyorpac.org

Local Visitor information:

Fuel Cleveland 2021 - Free Motorcycle, Art & Photography Show
Dates: Nov 6th, 2021
Time: 12pm - 8pm
Location: Twist Drill Cleveland Building 4700 Lakeside Ave. Cleveland OH 44114
Admission: FREE
Description: Fuel Cleveland is a FREE vintage Motorcycle show featuring motorcycle builders, rare bike owners, painters, and photographers from all over the world. Honoring the industry and it's crafts by carefully curating it and presenting it to the interested masses. This year's show will take place on Nov 6th, 2021 at the legendary Twist Drill Cleveland Building on Cleveland's East side. This is a family friendly event.
Contact info and/or website: Mikey Revolt - fuelcleveland@gmail.com and fuelcleveland.com

WINE AND PAINT
Dates: November 10, 2021
Time: 6pm-8pm
Location: Akron Zoo
505 Euclid Ave., Akron, Ohio 44307
akronzoo.org

Enjoy a colorful night of animal themed painting led by an instructor! Tickets include one drink, appetizers and a painting to take home. No experience necessary.

Prices

Akron Zoo members: $35
Non-members: $40
Tickets on sale in late April.

*Event subject to change due to COVID-19 pandemic.

Dickens Victorian Village CHOCOLATE WALK
Date: November 11, 2021
Time: 2pm or 5pm
Location: Downtown Cambridge
Cambridge Ohio
website

Our most popular event will be offered Thursday, November 11, 2021. Participants will walk the streets of historical downtown Cambridge and receive a chocolate treat from all participating businesses.

Tickets are $25. You will chose either 5 pm or 6:00pm when you purchase your ticket. $25 limit of 2, adults only.

November 11, 2021
Holmes County NEOH

Dean Martin & Jerry Lewis Tribute Show
Date: November 11, 2021
Time: 11:30 am - 2:30 pm
Location: Amish Door
1210 Winesburg St., Wilmot, OH
Tickets: amishdoormarketplace.com

"The Martin and Lewis Tribute" is a show in a class all its own. Never have two artists captured the very essence and chemistry of the celebrities they perform as have Tom Stevens and Tony Lewis. Together they are undeniably a one of a kind show that will make you feel as if Dean Martin and Jerry Lewis are still performing together today. Not only will this show bring back memories to those who remember the Martin and Lewis era but will also entertain a whole new generation of fans who will grow to respect the talents of Tom Stevens and Tony Lewis as two of the world's best tribute artists.

Leave your hectic world behind and journey to a place time
has forgotten - Ohio's Amish Country. It's a place where you
can truly slow down and enjoy the little things, the handmade
things, the best things that Amish country has to offer.

Spend a day on the homestead with Doug and Stacy Lehman's.
Date: November 13, 2021
Time: 10am-4pm
Location: Lehman's
On the Square in Kidron, Ohio!
Location: 4779 Kidron Rd., Dalton, OH 44618
800.438.5346 | website

Learn how they live off grid with food, light, heat and water. They will be speaking each hour on a different topic with the final hour being a Q and A session.

Local visitor bureau

Warther's Tree Festival
Date: November 13-21, 2021
Time: 11AM-8PM

The Ernest Warther Museum & Gardens
331 Karl Ave., Dover, OH

The 28th Annual Warther's Tree Festival kicks off on November 13th this year. Over 100 pre-decorated trees, wreaths, and home decor fill our museum. The holiday season comes to life each year and this year will be no different. With no two trees themed alike, this fundraiser has been delighting families for 28 years. Festival admission is $5 for anyone 12 and older (under 12 is free). The festival runs from 11am to 8pm daily until November 21st when the festival closes at 5pm.

HOLIDAYS AT THE MANSION
November 20, 2021 - December 31, 2021
Location: Victorian House
484 Wooster Road, Millersburg, OH 44654
330-674-0022 | holmeshistoy.com

MOTOWN CHRISTMAS
DeYor Performing Arts Center
Dates: November 21, 2021
Time: 7:00 PM
Location: Edward W. Powers Auditorium
260 West Federal Street, Youngstown, OH
330-744-0264 | deyorpac.org

Local Visitor information:

Steubenville Lights Up the Night!
Tuesday, November 23, 2021
Time: 3pm-9pm
Location: Historic Fort Steuben
120 S. 3rd St., Steubenville, OH
Facebook event page.

The annual celebration to usher in the holiday season includes music, dance, lighting of trees, Advent Market, opening of the Steubenville Nutcracker Village, fireworks and Courthouse Light Show.

Steubenville Nutcracker Village​™
Dates: November 23, 2021-January 8, 2022
Location: Downtown Steubenville, Ohio
https://www.steubenvillenutcrackervillage.com/

"The world's largest collection of life-size nutcrackers will be on display in historic downtown Steubenville ​throughout the entire holiday season. The exhibit is free and open to the public 24 hours a day."

The State Ballet Theatre of Ukraine presents Swan Lake
DeYor Performing Arts Center
Dates: November 24, 2021
Time: 7:00 PM
Location: Edward W. Powers Auditorium
260 West Federal Street, Youngstown, OH
330-744-0264 | deyorpac.org

Local Visitor information:

November 26-28, 2021
Summit County NEOH

WILD LIGHTS AT THE AKRON ZOO
Dates: November 26-28, December 3-5, 10-12, 17-23 & 26-30, 2021
Time: 5pm-9pm
Location: Akron Zoo
505 Euclid Ave., Akron, Ohio 44307
akronzoo.org

• Visit Santa Land and tell Santa your holiday wishes. Professional photos with Santa available for purchase in Santa Land.
• Listen to performances from local choirs.
• Holly Jolly Hillside featuring lighted North American animals & trees synchronized to music.
• Classic Holiday Town in Grizzly Ridge
• Rockin' Lighted Spectacular with a wall of animated lights set to holiday music
• Stop by Panda Treats for a s'more, fresh donut and other treats.
• Take a photo at Candy Cane Way.
• Buy a glass of beer or wine, or add an adult jolt in your hot chocolate or coffee.
  
  

November 26 -
December 23, 2021 Cuyahoga County NEOH

The NWORRP North Pole Express
Dates: November 26 - January 2, 2021
Fridays and Saturdays 5:30 PM - 9:00 PM
Sundays 5:30 PM - 8:30 PM

Admission: $4.00 Adults and $3.00 Children 12 and under

Don't miss our most popular event! Hop on board our quarter scale trains for a magical trip through a winter wonderland of sparkling lights and festive decorations. See delightful toy trains running in our beautifully decorated museum and train barn. Hundreds of decorated trees inside and out, plus Santa and Mrs. Claus are here to visit on select nights. A great place to bring visiting family and friends that has become a family tradition for many. Be sure to bundle up for the train ride!

Watch our website and Facebook page for additional information.

Northwest Ohio Railroad Preservation Inc.
12505 County Road 99, Findlay, Ohio 45840
Website: www.nworrp.org Phone: 419-423-2995
Facebook: www.facebook.com/nworrp

LORAIN WINTERFEST
Date: November 27, 2021
Location: Lorain, OH

lorainwinterfest.org

BACK IN TIME CHRISTMAS
Dates: November 27-28, 2021
Time: 11am-3pm
Location: Century Village Museum
​14653 E. Park St., Burton, OH 44021
(440) 834-1492
Tickets: centuryvillagemuseum.org

Meet our Doctor and Nurse in the Apothecary to start your journey

Stop in the Bainbridge Store to pick up your mail and "buy" toys

Go to the Train Depot for a surprise and to pick your travel destination

Visit the Hitchcock family for a holiday party

The Auburn Church will have music, crafts for the kids and letters to Santa

Ballet Theatre of Ohio presents Nutcracker
Dates: Saturday, November 27 at 2pm & 7pm
Sunday, November 28 at 2pm
Saturday, December 4 at 2pm & 7pm
Sunday, December 5 at 2pm
Location: Akron Civic Theatre
182 S. Main St. Akron, Ohio 44308
akroncivic.com

Steubenville Nutcracker Village​™
Dates: November 23, 2021-January 8, 2022
Location: Downtown Steubenville, Ohio
https://www.steubenvillenutcrackervillage.com/

"The world's largest collection of life-size nutcrackers will be on display in historic downtown Steubenville ​throughout the entire holiday season. The exhibit is free and open to the public 24 hours a day."

BALLET THEATRE ASHTABULA presents The Nutcracker
Dates: December 3-5, 10-11, 16-19, 2021
Times: Friday 7:30 PM, Saturday 2PM & 7:30 PM, Sunday at 2 PM
Location: 2928 W. 13th Street, Ashtabula, Ohio 44004
440.964.3396 | website

Enchanting audiences for more than a century, The Nutcracker is a holiday treat for the entire family. Tchaikovsky's classic, celebrated score will fill the theater as Ballet Theatre Ashtabula's dancers tell the story of heroine Clara and her adventure into a magical world with her gallant Nutcracker prince.

Local visitor bureau

ELF THE MUSICAL
Dates: December 3-5 and 10-12, 2021
Location: Fremont Community Theatre
1551 Dickinson St., Fremont, OH 43420
419-332-0695 | fremontcommunitytheatre.org

41st Annual E.J. Thomas Christmas Arts & Crafts Show

Dates: December 3-5, 2021 (Fri.-Sun.)
Times: Friday Noon-7, Saturday 10-6, Sunday 10-4
Location: E.J. Thomas
198 Hill St., Akron, OH 44325
website

Held at E.J. Thomas Hall, Akron, OH (University of Akron Campus)
Always the first weekend in December
Featuring 106 Artists and Craftspeople…many of them local

December 3-5, 2021
Summit County NEOH

WILD LIGHTS AT THE AKRON ZOO
Dates: November 26-28, December 3-5, 10-12, 17-23 & 26-30, 2021
Time: 5pm-9pm
Location: Akron Zoo
505 Euclid Ave., Akron, Ohio 44307
akronzoo.org

• Visit Santa Land and tell Santa your holiday wishes. Professional photos with Santa available for purchase in Santa Land.
• Listen to performances from local choirs.
• Holly Jolly Hillside featuring lighted North American animals & trees synchronized to music.
• Classic Holiday Town in Grizzly Ridge
• Rockin' Lighted Spectacular with a wall of animated lights set to holiday music
• Stop by Panda Treats for a s'more, fresh donut and other treats.
• Take a photo at Candy Cane Way.
• Buy a glass of beer or wine, or add an adult jolt in your hot chocolate or coffee.
  
  

THE POLAR EXPRESS at the Dennison Depot
Dates: December 3-5, 10-12, 2021
Time: Fridays at 6pm and 8pm, Saturdays and Sundays at 2pm, 4pm, 6pm, and 8pm.
Location:
740.922.6776 | dennisondepot.org

Believe in the magic of Christmas as you climb aboard our enchanted train that's destination is the North Pole. On board sing carols, play games, meet with elves, listen t the story, drink hot cocoa, and eat cookies. On the way back to Dennison Santa will visit with each child and give them the signature bell from the POLAR EXPRESS. Train rides are approximately 90 minutes long and depart on Fridays at 6pm and 8pm, Saturdays and Sundays at 2pm, 4pm, 6pm, and 8pm.

The 50th Annual American Holiday at the Butler Arts and Craft Show
Date: December 4-5, 2021
Time: Saturday December 4, 2021 from 10am-5pm
Sunday December 5, 2021 from 10am -4pm
Location: 524 Wick Avenue, Youngstown, Ohio 44502
website

Adult Admission: $7
Kids 12 and under: Free
An American Holiday at The Butler is an annual arts and craft show. The Butler's annual holiday show and sale will feature original, one of a kind creations of over 90 artists and artisans inside the museum – a historical architectural masterpiece! Holiday entertainment is scheduled throughout the event as well. Visitors can browse a variety of beautifully unique, hand-crafted pieces that will satisfy most everyone on their gift lists. From pottery, paintings and prints, glass and decor to jewelry, toys, herbal products, yummy treats and more.

Local Visitor information:

BALLET WESTERN RESERVE presents THE NUTCRACKER
DeYor Performing Arts Center
Dates: December 4-5, 2021
Time: Saturday 7pm, Sunday 2:30 pm
Location: Edward W. Powers Auditorium
260 West Federal Street, Youngstown, OH
330-744-0264 | deyorpac.org

Local Visitor information:

Smithville Community Historical Society -
CHRISTMAS IN THE VILLAGE
Date: December 4-5, 2021
Time : Saturday, 5:30-7:30 pm | Sunday 1:30-4pm
Location:Smithville Community Historical Society
381 Main Street, Smithville,Ohio 44677
Admission:Free
Contact: facebook.com/SCHSMishler
Website: sohchs.org

Visitor Bureau

Ballet Theatre of Ohio presents Nutcracker
Dates: Saturday, November 27 at 2pm & 7pm
Sunday, November 28 at 2pm
Saturday, December 4 at 2pm & 7pm
Sunday, December 5 at 2pm
Location: Akron Civic Theatre
182 S. Main St. Akron, Ohio 44308
akroncivic.com

MANNHEIM STEAMROLLER
DeYor Performing Arts Center
Dates: December 7, 2021
Time: 7:30 PM
Location: Edward W. Powers Auditorium
260 West Federal Street, Youngstown, OH
330-744-0264 | deyorpac.org

Local Visitor information:

December 9, 2021
Summit County NEOH

BREW AT THE ZOO
Dates: December 9, 2021
Time: TBA
Location: Akron Zoo
505 Euclid Ave., Akron, Ohio 44307
akronzoo.org

Tickets must be purchased online. No tickets will be available for purchase at the door.

Prices

Akron Zoo member: $27
Akron Zoo member designated driver: $16
Non-member: $33
Non-member designated driver: $22
Akron Zoo member discounts will appear once tickets have been been added to your cart. Please make sure to log in and then continue to check-out to view your member discount.

We do have a new online system and all guests will need to create a new account if you have not done so already after March 1, 2019.

21 and older only, including designated drivers. Registration is required. Tickets are non-refundable or transferable. Guests MUST bring ID to be admitted into the event, no matter the age of the guest. Infants and children will not be admitted.

BALLET THEATRE ASHTABULA presents The Nutcracker
Dates: December 3-5, 10-11, 16-19, 2021
Times: Friday 7:30 PM, Saturday 2PM & 7:30 PM, Sunday at 2 PM
Location: 2928 W. 13th Street, Ashtabula, Ohio 44004
440.964.3396 | website

Enchanting audiences for more than a century, The Nutcracker is a holiday treat for the entire family. Tchaikovsky's classic, celebrated score will fill the theater as Ballet Theatre Ashtabula's dancers tell the story of heroine Clara and her adventure into a magical world with her gallant Nutcracker prince.

Local visitor bureau

ELF THE MUSICAL
Dates: December 3-5 and 10-12, 2021
Location: Fremont Community Theatre
1551 Dickinson St., Fremont, OH 43420
419-332-0695 | fremontcommunitytheatre.org

December 10-12, 2021
Summit County NEOH

WILD LIGHTS AT THE AKRON ZOO
Dates: November 26-28, December 3-5, 10-12, 17-23 & 26-30, 2021
Time: 5pm-9pm
Location: Akron Zoo
505 Euclid Ave., Akron, Ohio 44307
akronzoo.org

• Visit Santa Land and tell Santa your holiday wishes. Professional photos with Santa available for purchase in Santa Land.
• Listen to performances from local choirs.
• Holly Jolly Hillside featuring lighted North American animals & trees synchronized to music.
• Classic Holiday Town in Grizzly Ridge
• Rockin' Lighted Spectacular with a wall of animated lights set to holiday music
• Stop by Panda Treats for a s'more, fresh donut and other treats.
• Take a photo at Candy Cane Way.
• Buy a glass of beer or wine, or add an adult jolt in your hot chocolate or coffee.
  
  

THE POLAR EXPRESS at the Dennison Depot
Dates: December 3-5, 10-12, 2021
Time: Fridays at 6pm and 8pm, Saturdays and Sundays at 2pm, 4pm, 6pm, and 8pm.
Location:
740.922.6776 | dennisondepot.org

Believe in the magic of Christmas as you climb aboard our enchanted train that's destination is the North Pole. On board sing carols, play games, meet with elves, listen t the story, drink hot cocoa, and eat cookies. On the way back to Dennison Santa will visit with each child and give them the signature bell from the POLAR EXPRESS. Train rides are approximately 90 minutes long and depart on Fridays at 6pm and 8pm, Saturdays and Sundays at 2pm, 4pm, 6pm, and 8pm.

NORTH POLE MEET AND GREET
Date: December 11, 2021
Time: 11am-1pm
Location: Lehman's
On the Square in Kidron, Ohio!
Location: 4779 Kidron Rd., Dalton, OH 44618
800.438.5346 | website

Come meet some furry friends from the north pole! A few of Santa's reindeer will be outside our store on December 11 from 10am-1pm

Visit Santa in the store too! Even one of his elves will be walking around the store to meet our little visitors.
Shop the store to find the perfect and unique gifts for everyone on your list young and old and even the hard to shop for

Local visitor bureau

Annual Christmas Open House
Dates: December 12, 2021
Location: Reeves Victorian Home and Museum
325 East Iron Ave., Dover, OH 44622
doverhistory.org

Admission $3

CIRQUE DREAMS HOLIDAZE
Date: December 14, 2021
Time: 7:30 PM
Location: E. J. Thomas Hall
University of Akron, Akron, OH
For more information click here.

CIRQUE DREAMS HOLIDAZE lights up the stage in this popular and dazzling family holiday spectacular.

THE AKRON NUTCRACKER: A HOLIDAY IN THE RUBBER CITY
Date: December 16, 2021
Time: 7:30 PM
Location: E. J. Thomas Hall
University of Akron, Akron, OH
For more information click here.

BALLET THEATRE ASHTABULA presents The Nutcracker
Dates: December 3-5, 10-11, 16-19, 2021
Times: Friday 7:30 PM, Saturday 2PM & 7:30 PM, Sunday at 2 PM
Location: 2928 W. 13th Street, Ashtabula, Ohio 44004
440.964.3396 | website

Enchanting audiences for more than a century, The Nutcracker is a holiday treat for the entire family. Tchaikovsky's classic, celebrated score will fill the theater as Ballet Theatre Ashtabula's dancers tell the story of heroine Clara and her adventure into a magical world with her gallant Nutcracker prince.

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MIRACLE ON EASY STREET
DeYor Performing Arts Center
Dates: December 17-19
Location: Edward W. Powers Auditorium
260 West Federal Street, Youngstown, OH
330-744-0264 | deyorpac.org

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December 17-23, 2021
Summit County NEOH

WILD LIGHTS AT THE AKRON ZOO
Dates: November 26-28, December 3-5, 10-12, 17-23 & 26-30, 2021
Time: 5pm-9pm
Location: Akron Zoo
505 Euclid Ave., Akron, Ohio 44307
akronzoo.org

• Visit Santa Land and tell Santa your holiday wishes. Professional photos with Santa available for purchase in Santa Land.
• Listen to performances from local choirs.
• Holly Jolly Hillside featuring lighted North American animals & trees synchronized to music.
• Classic Holiday Town in Grizzly Ridge
• Rockin' Lighted Spectacular with a wall of animated lights set to holiday music
• Stop by Panda Treats for a s'more, fresh donut and other treats.
• Take a photo at Candy Cane Way.
• Buy a glass of beer or wine, or add an adult jolt in your hot chocolate or coffee.
  
  

TUBA CHRISTMAS
Date: December 18, 2021
Time: Noon - 1:30 PM
Location: E. J. Thomas Hall
University of Akron, Akron, OH
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Magical, musical, and in person for 2021, conducted by professor emeritus Tucker Jolly.

The 35th Anniversary of
MANNHEIM STEAMROLLER CHRISTMAS
by Chip Davis
Date: December 19, 2021
Time: 7PM
Location: E.J. Thomas Performing Arts Hall
University of Akron, Akron, OH

A Grammy Award winner, Mannheim Steamroller has sold more than 41 million albums, 30 million in the Christmas genre. Their holiday CD's have become synonymous with Christmas and occupy top positions on Billboard's Seasonal Chart every year.

This year's show will feature all of your favorite original classic Christmas hits from the first Mannheim Steamroller Christmas album, along with multimedia effects in an intimate setting.

Gingerbread House Workshop at Coblentz Chocolate Company
Ages 4-12
Date: December 22, 2021
Time: 10AM-5:30PM
Location: 4917 Walnut St., Walnut Creek, Ohio

Tickets will go on sale December 1, 2021 for the Gingerbread House Workshop. The workshop is a half hour of creative time for your little one to decorate the "gingerbread" house of their dreams. We supply the house (made of graham crackers) and candy of every shape and size along with a bottle of glue (white chocolate).
The workshop is for children only. Parents may watch from the viewing gallery.
Tickets will go on sale Wednesday, December 1. Please note that the tickets are by time and are available every half hour beginning at 10:00 am.

To learn more or to purchase tickets:  CLICK HERE. 

Leave your hectic world behind and journey to a place time
has forgotten - Ohio's Amish Country. It's a place where you
can truly slow down and enjoy the little things, the handmade
things, the best things that Amish country has to offer.

BIG BAD VOODOO DADDY
Date: December 20, 2021
Time: All day.
Location: E. J. Thomas Hall
University of Akron, Akron, OH
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Big Bad Voodoo Daddy rolls into town on December 20th, 2021 with their holiday set of rockin' tunes and festive jams at E. J. Thomas Performing Arts Hall. On Sale July 25 at 10 AM.

A CARPENTER'S CHRISTMAS
Date: December 22, 2021
Time: 7:30 pm
Location: E. J. Thomas Hall
University of Akron, Akron, OH
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Snowy days and Mondays…International vocalist and entertainer Helen Welch takes you on a nostalgic seasonal journey of song and stories December 22 at 7:30 PM. Tickets ON SALE July 25 at 10 AM.

December 26-30, 2021
Summit County NEOH

WILD LIGHTS AT THE AKRON ZOO
Dates: November 26-28, December 3-5, 10-12, 17-23 & 26-30, 2021
Time: 5pm-9pm
Location: Akron Zoo
505 Euclid Ave., Akron, Ohio 44307
akronzoo.org

• Visit Santa Land and tell Santa your holiday wishes. Professional photos with Santa available for purchase in Santa Land.
• Listen to performances from local choirs.
• Holly Jolly Hillside featuring lighted North American animals & trees synchronized to music.
• Classic Holiday Town in Grizzly Ridge
• Rockin' Lighted Spectacular with a wall of animated lights set to holiday music
• Stop by Panda Treats for a s'more, fresh donut and other treats.
• Take a photo at Candy Cane Way.
• Buy a glass of beer or wine, or add an adult jolt in your hot chocolate or coffee.
  
  

Steubenville Nutcracker Village​™
Dates: November 23, 2021-January 8, 2022
Location: Downtown Steubenville, Ohio
https://www.steubenvillenutcrackervillage.com/

"The world's largest collection of life-size nutcrackers will be on display in historic downtown Steubenville ​throughout the entire holiday season. The exhibit is free and open to the public 24 hours a day."

STOMP
DeYor Performing Arts Center
Dates: January 5, 2022
Time: 8:00 PM
Location: Edward W. Powers Auditorium
260 West Federal Street, Youngstown, OH
330-744-0264 | deyorpac.org

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MOHICAN WINTERFEST
Date: January 8, 2022
Location: Downtown Loudonville

Centering around Olympic Ice Carvings and the Model Train Expo this event has much to offer in the way of free family entertainment and many other activities.

Sponsored by the Loudonville Mohican Chamber of Commerce

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KALAMAZOO
Dates:January 28-30 and February 4-6, 2022
Location: Fremont Community Theatre
1551 Dickinson St., Fremont, OH 43420
419-332-0695 | fremontcommunitytheatre.org

KALAMAZOO
Dates:January 28-30 and February 4-6, 2022
Location: Fremont Community Theatre
1551 Dickinson St., Fremont, OH 43420
419-332-0695 | fremontcommunitytheatre.org

NBA ALL-STAR GAME 2022
Dates: February 18-20, 2022
Location: Rocket Mortgage Field House
Cleveland, Ohio

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WAITING FOR GODOT
Dates:March 11-13 and 18-20, 2022
Location: Fremont Community Theatre
1551 Dickinson St., Fremont, OH 43420
419-332-0695 | fremontcommunitytheatre.org

WAITING FOR GODOT
Dates:March 11-13 and 18-20, 2022
Location: Fremont Community Theatre
1551 Dickinson St., Fremont, OH 43420
419-332-0695 | fremontcommunitytheatre.org

HAIRSPRAY
Date: April 12-13, 2021
Time: 7:30 pm
Location: E. J. Thomas Hall
University of Akron, Akron, OH
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Taco & Tequila Crawl: Cleveland
Date: May 7, 2022
Time: 1PM-6PM
Location: Downtown Cleveland
Cleveland, OH
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THE WIZARD OF OZ
Dates:May 13-15 and 20-22, 2022
Location: Fremont Community Theatre
1551 Dickinson St., Fremont, OH 43420
419-332-0695 | fremontcommunitytheatre.org

THE WIZARD OF OZ
Dates:May 13-15 and 20-22, 2022
Location: Fremont Community Theatre
1551 Dickinson St., Fremont, OH 43420
419-332-0695 | fremontcommunitytheatre.org

OHIO WONDERSTRUCK
Dates: July 9-10, 2022
Location: Lakeland Community College
7700 Clocktower Dr., Kirtland, OH, 44094
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GENEVA GRAPE JAMBOREE
Date: September 24-25, 2022
Location: Route 20 & Route 534, Geneva, OH 44041
grapejamboree.com

Celebrate the grape harvest at this two day festival! Visitors may taste freshly squeezed grape juice, wine, and various other grape products.

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