Family events in Toledo · December 2026
Everything family-friendly on the Toledo calendar for December 2026.
Holiday Brass Columbus
Holiday brass concert brings festive seasonal music to First Community Church.
Not So Silent Night
Musical sketch comedy show with holiday songs and entertainment at Shadowbox Live.
FREE Wanderlights
Half a million twinkling lights across Columbus Commons, West Town Street & Bicentennial Park — free.
Lift Like a Girl: Fall #2 Series (Grades 7-10)
Strength-training series for middle & high school girls at Philip Heit Center.
Holiday Cheer Tour
Guided holiday tour through Short North's festive lights, window displays & seasonal charm.
Starting Strength Fall #2 Series (grades 5-6)
Strength-building program for middle-grade students at Philip Heit Center in New Albany.
Happening Hour with Micah Kesselring
Happening Hour with Micah Kesselring at Natalie's Grandview
Saul Blinkoff, Disney Animator & Director
Saul Blinkoff, Disney Animator & Director at Columbus, Ohio
Ohio State Buckeyes Womens Basketball vs. Akron Zips Womens Basketball
Ohio State women's basketball vs. Akron at Schottenstein Center.
An Acoustic Christmas with Over the Rhine
Festive acoustic holiday concert with indie folk band Over the Rhine.
Wheeler Creek Happy Hour Concert
Wheeler Creek Happy Hour Concert at Rumba Cafe
Women's Basketball vs. Akron
Ohio State women's basketball vs. Akron at Schottenstein Center.
First Thursdays Fall 2026
First Thursdays Fall 2026 at Wexner Center for the Arts
Parents Day Out at The Schoolhouse
Supervised playtime and activities for preschoolers while parents get a break.
Anthony Saxson
Anthony Saxson at Natalie's Grandview
Conversations and Coffee: Char Norman
Conversations and Coffee: Char Norman at Priscilla R. Tyson Cultural Arts Center
bluemouth inc. | Game of Life
bluemouth inc. | Game of Life at Wexner Center Performance Space
Morgan, MacDonell & Maneri
Morgan, MacDonell & Maneri at Natalie's Grandview
Artist-guided gallery tour with Parvaneh Hosseini
Artist-guided gallery tour with Parvaneh Hosseini at Peggy R. McConnell Arts Center
Levi Kreis 12th Annual Home for the Holidays
Levi Kreis 12th Annual Home for the Holidays at Natalie's Grandview
NCAA Divison III Soccer
Watch NCAA Division III Men's Soccer Semifinals at Historic Crew Stadium.
Jesse Henry & The Lovecats 'The Cure' Tribute
Jesse Henry & The Lovecats 'The Cure' Tribute at Rumba Cafe
The Warped Band: The Official Tribute of Warped Tour
The Warped Band: The Official Tribute of Warped Tour at A & R Music Bar
Sketch
Drop-in drawing session led by local artists in the Wexner galleries—all skill levels welcome.
Men's Ice Hockey vs. Michigan State
Ohio State men's ice hockey game against Michigan State — college sports action.
Vincent Royale LIVE at The Walrus
Vincent Royale LIVE at The Walrus in Columbus
Brews & Blankets by Canal Winchester Chamber
Blanket-making community event supporting local human services.
Fall 2026 Pop-Up Community Studios
Drop-in creative workshops at Wexner Center where kids explore art with professional artists at their own pace.
Sirens - FREE Happening Hour Show
Sirens - FREE Happening Hour Show at Natalie's Grandview
Ohio State Buckeyes Mens Hockey vs. Michigan State University Hockey
Watch college hockey as Ohio State takes on Michigan State.
Cozy Raccoon
Paint a cozy raccoon at Brush Crazy following easy step-by-step lessons.
Micky Dolenz - 60 YEARS OF THE MONKEES
Micky Dolenz celebrates 60 years of The Monkees with a live concert at KEMBA Live! Columbus.
Micky Dolenz
Micky Dolenz celebrates 60 years of The Monkees with a live concert tour.
The Wise Woman of Hoxton
The Wise Woman of Hoxton at Columbus Performing Arts Center
Home For The Holidays
Celebrate the holidays with the Columbus Jazz Orchestra's festive jazz concert.
Constellation Confessions - An Listening Room Experience
Constellation Confessions - An Listening Room Experience at Mercury Diner
Holiday Pops with the Columbus Symphony
Festive symphony concert with lights and holiday music at Ohio Theatre.
We The Sound radio - FREE Happening Hour Show
WE THE SOUND radio - FREE Happening Hour Show at Natalie's Grandview
Galaxycon Columbus
Three-day festival of fandom with celebrities, cosplay, artists, and voice actors.
Wonderment
CDT's family-friendly holiday musical inspired by The Snow Queen at Lincoln Theatre.
A Christmas Carol: The Musical
Musical adaptation of Dickens' A Christmas Carol at The Avalon Theatre.
CCT's Mr. Scrooge
A lively 60-minute musical take on A Christmas Carol with ghosts, laughs, and festive spirit.
Loft Gallery: Chasing the Light: Artists Speak | Opening Reception
Loft Gallery: Chasing the Light: Artists Speak | Opening Reception in Columbus
House of Heavy
HOUSE OF HEAVY - Nu Metal + Metalcore Night at Skully's Music Diner
Yuletide on Gay Street
Winter street festival with ice sculptures, seasonal music, and festive cheer downtown.
Ohio State Buckeyes Women's Hockey vs. Minnesota State University Women's Hockey
Ohio State women's hockey team takes on Minnesota State University.
Holiday Hoopla
A 45-minute holiday comedy show mixing sketches and music for families who love—or hilariously hate—the holidays.
Main Gallery: Common Threads by Char Norman
Main Gallery: Common Threads by Char Norman | Opening Reception at Priscilla R. Tyson Cultural Arts Center
Columbus Winterfair
Holiday gift shopping and festive vendor market at the Ohio Expo Center.
The Everlasting Happiness
The Everlasting Happiness at Natalie's Grandview
Tree Lighting
Community holiday celebration with tree lighting, music, and carousel rides.
Wander Nights at Wanderlights
Free festive weekends in December with carousel rides, hot chocolate, Santa photos, and holiday market.
Wonderment
Free family-friendly event at Lincoln Theatre Columbus—all-ages wonder and discovery.
CMN Ent. LLC Presents The Winter Takeover featuring Belly Gang Kushington x YKNIECE
CMN Ent. LLC Presents The Winter Takeover featuring Belly Gang Kushington x YKNIECE at KEMBA Live! Columbus, OH
614 Winter Takeover featuring Skilla Baby x YKNIECE
614 Winter Takeover featuring Skilla Baby x YKNIECE at KEMBA Live! Columbus, OH
Cozy Stockings
Paint a cozy stocking design at this step-by-step guided art session, or choose your own canvas.
Leah Miller + Art Motel
Leah Miller + Art Motel at Sweet Harmony Canal
First Friday Archaeology Tour
Guided archaeological walk through Fort Ancient with a museum historian.
Holiday Open House (FREE)
Free holiday pop-in with seasonal music, treats, and crafts at Thurber House.
Swingin' N Shakin' with Whirlybirds
Free live swing music and dancing with Whirlybirds every Saturday at Natalie's Grandview.
Short North Holiday Hop
Pedestrian-only holiday celebration in Short North with interactive art, performances, and hands-on activities for families.
43rd Annual Hollyfest Arts & Crafts Show Presented by the Hilliard Area Chamber of Commerce
Browse handmade gifts and crafts at the 43rd annual Hollyfest Arts & Crafts Show near Columbus.
Uptown Scrooge: Abridged!
Interactive holiday comedy where the audience joins the action in this wild twist on A Christmas Carol.
A Christmas Carol
Experience the timeless holiday tale A Christmas Carol brought to life on stage.
Kyle Eldridge
Kyle Eldridge at Natalie's Grandview
Dinner Detective Columbus- December 5th Public Show
Dinner Detective Columbus- December 5th Public Show at Embassy Suites Columbus
URSH Tribute to Rush
URSH Tribute to Rush at Natalie's Grandview
Trans-Siberian Orchestra
Trans-Siberian Orchestra's festive rock spectacular brings Christmas magic to life at Nationwide Arena.
Hanby House Holiday Open Houses
Tour the holiday-decorated Hanby House, home of "Up on the Housetop" composer Ben Hanby, during festive open houses.
Model Train Clinic
Bring your model train for expert troubleshooting and care tips from veteran hobbyists—$5 admission.
Christmas in Zoar
Experience Christmas traditions at Historic Zoar Village with live music, wagon rides, and a tree lighting.
Merry Market at Bridge Park
Holiday market with local shopping, live music, and photos with Santa at Bridge Park.
Zoar Christmas Tours
Tour Historic Zoar Village during the Christmas season and learn about German and American holiday customs.
An 1815 Johnston Christmas
Step back to 1815 and celebrate Christmas as the Johnston family did—dinner, tour, and historic program included.
CCAD Art Fair & Marketplace
Browse and buy original art and crafts from local makers at CCAD's winter fair and marketplace.
18th Annual "Guided By Voices" Appreciation Night— Benefitting Matter News
18th Annual "Guided By Voices" Appreciation Night— Benefitting Matter News at Rumba Cafe