International Holiday Market
2025-11-21 16:00 - 22:00 (America/Detroit) | Levis Square, 285 N St Clair St, Toledo, OH, 43604, United States
The holiday season is almost here, and this year, the city of Toledo is bringing something brand-new to downtown Toledo!

Stop by Toledo’s first International Holiday Market at Levis Square Park on Friday, November 21 & Saturday, November 22.

Shop unique, handcrafted gifts and treats from local vendors and organizations celebrating Toledo’s diverse cultures. Enjoy live music, dance, and cultural performances throughout the day that showcase traditions from around the world.

Plus, this year’s Holiday Tree Lighting at Promenade Park on Friday, November 21st at dark. Don’t miss these holiday season kickoff events!

Sleigh Bellwether | A Holiday Cocktail Party
2025-11-28 16:00 - 2025-11-29 01:00 | Toledo Spirits Company, 1301 N Summit St, Toledo, OH, 43604, United States
The holidays are rolling into Bellwether in true Toledo Spirits fashion with twinkling lights, festive tunes, and a cocktail menu that’ll have you jingling all the way!

Celebrate the season with holiday cocktails, cozy vibes, and a dash of mischief. This isn’t your average holiday bar; it’s a full-on winter wonderland of creativity and cheer.

Enjoy returning favorites and brand-new creations inspired by sugarplums, cocoa, peppermint, and a little North Pole spirit (distilled locally, of course).

A festive cocktail menu packed with holiday cheer.
Over-the-top décor straight from Santa’s dreams.
Warm lights, cozy corners, and music that makes spirits bright!

Holiday Sip + Shop
2025-11-30 11:00 - 15:00 | Toledo Spirits Company, 1301 N Summit St, Toledo, OH, 43604, United States
Sip, Shop, & Soak Up the Holiday Vibes at Toledo Spirits Company!
Get ready for a cozy, upscale-rustic Holiday Sip & Shop at the distillery on November 30th! Join Toledo Spirits in the heart of our production room—where our three mighty stills shine—for a day filled with craft cocktails, local treasures, and festive fun!

Boozy Brunch (11 AM – 3 PM): Kick back with our handcrafted holiday cocktails, poured with the bold flavors of our signature spirits!

Local Vendors (11 AM – 3 PM): Browse unique, handcrafted gifts from talented local vendors, set up amidst the rustic charm of our production room’s towering stills!

FREE BINGO (12 PM – 2 PM): Jump into the fun with free bingo and score some cool prizes to keep the holiday spirit flowing!

More Festive Fun (3 PM – 5 PM): Stay tuned for extra holiday activities to wrap up the day with warmth and cheer!

Grab your friends, slip into something cozy, and celebrate the season with Toledo Spirits! Space is limited, so swing by early to enjoy the full experience. Follow Toledo Spirits on social media for updates on vendors and activities!

Holiday Movie Trivia | Toledo Spirits Company
2025-11-30 15:00 - 17:00 | Toledo Spirits Company, 1301 N Summit St, Toledo, OH, 43604, United States
Grab your friends, order a festive cocktail, and get ready for an afternoon of laughs & nostalgia at Holiday Movie Trivia at Toledo Spirits! Test your knowledge of holiday favorites like Elf, Home Alone, A Christmas Story, and National Lampoon’s Christmas Vacation while sipping Toledo-made spirits in one of the city’s coziest spots.

Whether you’re a trivia pro or just in it for the laughs, this is one of Toledo’s must-do Christmas events this season!

Maumee Holiday Light Parade
2025-11-30 18:00 - 20:00 | Uptown Maumee, 122 E John St, Maumee, OH, 43537, United States
Come to Uptown Maumee for this Annual holiday Tradition. The Holiday Light Parade will start immediately after the last Runners have cleared the Route from the Holiday Hustle 5k and Walk. (Approximately 6:00 pm)

The parade starts at Conant Street, near the Maumee Indoor Theatre, and travels to West Wayne Street. West Wayne to Ford Street and ends.

Grab your hot cocoa and enjoy the show! For more information, visit Uptown Maumee’s website.

Miracle on Main Street
2025-12-05 17:00 - 20:00 | OH
Our two-day event showcases the spirit of Sylvania during the holiday season.

December 5th | 5-8 PM Tree lighting, First Friday Art Walk + Holiday Events

6 pm Tree Lighting at the Corner Park: Sponsored by The Sandlot Barber
Hear from our Red Bird President, Mayor, and SponsorsHillview Elementary

Holiday Cheer Tent: Live music with Dave Pfenning & PFAM JAMTaco food trucks and more!

Hot Cocoa Bar: Sponsored by Carr Apartments

6:30 PM – 8 PM Santa at Heritage Sylvania

5 PM – 8 PM Children’s Winter Wonderland at Heritage Sylvania
including: Buddy the Elf, The Grinch, Jovi + Crafts in the Village

Sunday, December 7th | Holiday Parade and more!

3:30 PM – 5:30 PM Children’s Winter Wonderland continues at Heritage Sylvania

Holiday Cheer Tent: Live Music from school performances (to be announced)

5:30 PM – Miracle on Main Street Holiday Parade: Sponsored by Black and white Transportation

KRAMPUS: A Holiday Circus Tale
2025-12-05 19:00 - 21:00 | Collingwood Arts Center, 2413 Collingwood Blvd, Toledo, OH, 43620, United States
“Generation after generation knows – at this time of year, everyone must be on their best behavior or…it might come and snatch you up.”
Who says spooky season has to end at Halloween? Welcome to KRAMPUS: A Holiday Circus Tale! Told through the magic of circus, KRAMPUS is a dark holiday tale featuring aerial arts, juggling, stilt dancing, acrobatics, and more! Join Bird’s Eye View Circus December 5-6, 2025 in the theater at the Collingwood Arts Center and don’t miss out on this one-of-a-kind experience in the Toledo area. Suitable for families and audiences of all ages.

Toledo Symphony's Christmas at the Peristyle
2025-12-06 16:00 - 18:00 | Toledo Museum of Art, 2445 Monroe St, Toledo, OH, 43620, United States
Celebrate the season with Christmas at the Peristyle! The Toledo Symphony fills the Peristyle with festive cheer, performing holiday classics, beloved carols, and symphonic favorites. Sing along, enjoy heartwarming music, and experience the magic of the holidays with family and friends. From joyful melodies to peaceful winter tunes, this concert brings the spirit of the season to life in a spectacular way. Make it part of your holiday tradition!

Christmas Village 5K
2025-12-06 16:30 - 18:00 | Village of Whitehouse, 6925 Providence St, Whitehouse, OH, 43571, United States
LET IT SNOW IN WHITEHOUSE
The Village of Whitehouse is thrilled to announce the expansion of their tree lighting event with a 5K run/walk, parade, beer garden, kids activities and more to help you get in the Christmas spirit. Come for the run, stay for the festivities.

Start Time: 4:30pm
Course Open: 1 hour (1/2 mile kids run immediately follows)
Minimum Age: 6
Premium Perks

Long Sleeve Shirt
Hot Chocolate Courtesy of Generals Ice Cream
Beer Garden Courtesy of Cycle Werks
Candy Canes, and Jingle Bells
Fun Course & Holiday Atmosphere
Post-race Refreshments
Free Kids Reindeer Dash
Online Results
Shareable Photos
and more…

TIMELINE

3:00pm — Race Packet Pickup begins | Beer Garden opens | Vendor Tables Open
4:00pm — Kids Crafts | Photos with Santa
4:30pm — Christmas Village 5k Run/Walk
5:30pm — Reindeer Kids Dash
6:00pm — Village of Whitehouse Parade
6:30pm — Christmas Tree Lighting

Finders Keepers Market
2025-12-07 10:00 - 16:00 | Glass City Center, 401 Jefferson Ave, Toledo, OH, 43606, United States
Experience 𝟏𝟓𝟎 𝐕𝐞𝐧𝐝𝐨𝐫𝐬 at The Glass City Center in 𝐓𝐨𝐥𝐞𝐝𝐨, 𝐎𝐡𝐢𝐨
Special Guests: 𝐒𝐚𝐧𝐭𝐚, 𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐆𝐫𝐢𝐧𝐜𝐡 & 𝐂𝐢𝐧𝐝𝐲 𝐋𝐨𝐮 𝐖𝐡𝐨𝟏𝟓𝟎 𝐕𝐞𝐧𝐝𝐨𝐫𝐬, live music, food trucks, and more!
$5 cash admission | 12 & under are free

Toledo Ballet's The Nutcracker
2025-12-12 19:00 - 21:30 | The Stranahan, 4645 Heatherdowns Blvd, Toledo, OH, 43614, United States
Toledo Ballet celebrates 85 years of The Nutcracker! A holiday tradition for millions, The Nutcracker continues to delight audiences around the world. In Toledo, a Christmas Eve celebration turns into a high-stakes battle between the Mouse King and the Nutcracker Prince. Clara and her Prince travel to the Land of the Sweets to be enchanted by dances and offerings from around the world. The Sugar Plum Fairy then sends Clara and her Prince off to live happily ever after. Toledo Symphony performs Tchaikovsky’s timeless score for the longest-running production of The Nutcracker in North America.

Toledo Zoo's Polar Paws & Santa Claws 5K
2025-12-14 15:00 - 17:00 | Toledo Zoo & Aquarium, Hippo Way 2, Toledo, OH, 43609, United States
Get ready to move your paws at this family-friendly 5k run or walk event! Choose to run or walk in the 5k of the season that features a custom bib with chip timing, wearable swag, and a collectible cup with complimentary hot cocoa! The Cub Run is for kids 12 & under and includes an ice slide pass! Participants in both races are invited to stay and enjoy the Lights Before Christmas.
3 pm – Kids’ Cub Run
4 pm – 5K Run or Walk
All participants are encouraged to deck themselves out in holiday-themed attire and light-up accessories as they participate in this festive event!
