Or: Center Court on the lower level of the Mall at Fairfield Commons, 2727 Fairfield Commons Drive, Beavercreek
When:
Dates: from November 9 to December 8
Hours: Monday to Saturday from 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. and Sunday from 12 p.m. to 6 p.m.
Dates: December 9-15
Hours: Monday to Sunday from 10 a.m. to 9 p.m.
Dates: December 16-23
Hours: Monday to Sunday 9 a.m. to 9 p.m.
Date: Christmas Eve
Time: 9 a.m. – 6 p.m.
Cost: Free | Photo packages are available for purchase
More information: Website
Stories of Santa Claus
Meet Mrs Claus and one of Santa’s elves for story time, snacks, crafts, and a great party time with the kids. It’s a free event. Each child can take home an event book for free.
Or: Center Court du Mall at Fairfield Commons, 2727 Fairfield Commons Drive, Beavercreek
When: 5:30 p.m. to 7 p.m. Thursday December 9
More information: Website
🎅Sensitive Santa Claus sponsored by Therapy Connections
The Fairfield Commons Mall will be hosting a special meet and greet with Santa for children with sensory sensitivities and special needs on December 5. The experience will be quieter and more subdued in order to meet the needs of children with special needs and sensory sensitivities. . In fact, even shopping mall traffic will be reduced in Santa Claus Village for the duration of the event to reduce sensory stimuli.
Or: Center Court du Mall at Fairfield Commons, 2727 Fairfield Commons Drive, Beavercreek
When: 9 am-10.30am Sunday December 5
More information: Website
Paws and Christmas
Pet owners can bring their cat or dog to visit Santa at the Fairfield Commons Mall during an event that will also include photo ops with Santa and gift of toys and treats.
Or: Center Court du Mall at Fairfield Commons, 2727 Fairfield Commons Drive, Beavercreek
When: 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. Monday December 13
More information: Facebook
Dayton Mall
Stories with Mrs. Claus
Children can sit down for story time, song time, dance time and a happy time with the kids. It’s a free event.
Or: the central court at Dayton Shopping Center, 2700 Miamisburg Centerville Road, Dayton
When: 3:30 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. Thursday, December 16
More information: Website
Photos with Santa Claus
St. Nick will be in the building taking pictures with the kids and asking them what they want for Christmas this year until Christmas Eve.
Or: the central court at Dayton Shopping Center, 2700 Miamisburg Centerville Road, Dayton
When: Until December 24. Hours vary; see the full program here.
Cost: The visit is free, photo packages are available for purchase.
More information: Website
Other locations
??Photos of Petco with Santa Claus
Find out what your furry friends want for Christmas this year by taking them to visit St. Nicholas at Petco Pictures with Santa, hosted by the Humane Society of Greater Dayton. This event will take place at Petco Town & Country on Saturday December 4 and Saturday December 11 from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. A donation bin will be set up at each event to help the animals of The Humane Society of Greater Dayton.
Or: Petco, 300 E. Stroop Road in Dayton
When: Saturday 4 and Saturday 11 December from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m.
Cost: Free, photos available for purchase
More information: Facebook
??Northridge Community Tree Lighting
On Saturday, December 4, the New City Church of Dayton is hosting its fifth annual Northridge Community Tree Lighting event. At the tree lighting event, Santa Claus fans can take photos with him, indulge themselves with free cookies and hot chocolate, and decorate the community tree.
Or: New Town Church, 4800 N. Dixie Drive in Dayton
When: Saturday December 4 from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m.
Cost: To free
More information: Facebook
Cupcakes with Santa Claus
Twist Cupcakery hosts their annual cupcakes with Santa at their bakery on Saint Clair Street in Dayton. Parents can take pictures of their child with Santa Claus and they will also receive a free mini cupcake and a special treat from Santa Claus. Other treats will also be available for purchase.
Or: Twist Cupcakery, 25 S. St. Clair St., Dayton
When: 12 p.m. to 3 p.m. on Saturday, December 18
Cost: To free
More information: Facebook
🎅 Carriage parade and Christmas festival in Lebanon
Across the Midwest, the Lebanon Horse-drawn Carriage Parade and Christmas Festival is the only horse-drawn carriage parade of its size. Between the horse-drawn carriage parades, entertainment will include live performances, Christmas carols, train rides on Lebanon’s North Pole Express Mason Monroe Railroad, and photos with Santa from 10:30 a.m. to noon and 4 p.m. at 18 o’clock.
Or: Lebanon city center
When: 10:30 a.m. to noon and 4 to 6 p.m. on Saturday, December 4
More information: Website
Ohio Renaissance Festival Christmas Village: Season of Lights
Over four weekends in November and December, the Ohio Renaissance Festival will host a Christmas Village. This celebration of the holiday season will include visits with Woodland Santa Claus and Krampus, a Christmas market with many potential gift ideas, from jewelry to classic wooden toys, themed light areas, a colorful Gum Drop alley, costumed singers, cheerful food and drink menu, and live entertainment.
Or: Renaissance Park, 10542 OH-73, Waynesville
When: Every Friday and Saturday from November 26 to December 18. Hours of operation are 5:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. Friday and 3:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. Saturday.
Cost: Admission is $ 15 per person. Children 12 and under enter free. Tickets can be purchased online and at the door.
More information: yuletidevillage.com
Tipp City Downtown Community Tree Lighting
The Downtown Tipp City Partnership will host the annual Tipp City Tree Lighting Event. Performances by local musicians, delicious treats and tours with Santa Claus will also be present at the event.
Or: Zion Lutheran Church, Corner of N. 3rd Street and Main Street, Tipp City
When: Friday December 3, from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m.
More information: Facebook
🎅Hometown Party Festival, Parade & Tree Lighting in Fairborn
Following the popular Fairborn Hometown Holiday Parade, the Tree Lighting Ceremony will take place on Central Ave. in downtown Fairborn on a date yet to be announced. Santa Claus will be available for visits after the tree is lit. The Fairborn Civic Band will provide holiday music during the parade, festival and tree lighting ceremony.
Or: Central Ave., in front of the Fairborn Chamber of Commerce building in Fairborn
When: Friday December 3 from 4 p.m. to 8 p.m.
More information: Website
🎅Miami Tree Lighting Ceremony
Mayor Michelle Collins will light up the Miamisburg Christmas tree at Riverfront Park. Tree lighting will take place after the Town’s Holiday Parade, which begins at 4 p.m. and takes place along Main Street. Tree-lighting guests can also stop by the Elven Workshop, visit Santa Claus and Mrs. Claus, or view the holiday window at Baum Opera House and Market Square.
Or: Riverfront Park, 3 N. Miami Ave., Miamisburg
When: Saturday December 4 from 6.30 p.m. to 8 p.m.
More information: www.playmiamisburg.com
🎅Vandalia Tree Enlightenment Ceremony
The Town of Vandalia will hold its annual Holiday Tree Lighting Ceremony at the Vandalia Recreation Center. The tree lighting ceremony will take place at the Vandalia Sports Complex at 6 p.m. Guests will also enjoy refreshments, music and sightseeing with Santa Claus.
The Holiday Market will also be operational from 4 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. inside the gymnasium of the Vandalia Leisure Center.
Or: Vandalia Leisure Center, 1111 Stonequarry Road, Dayton
When: Sunday December 5 at 6 p.m.
More information: Website
Light up oak wood
Starting at 6 p.m., lit lights will line the boulevards of Far Hills Avenue, Shafor Boulevard and other important Oakwood buildings. At 6.30 p.m., the city’s Christmas tree lighting will take place at Shafor Park, with live entertainment, refreshments, tours with Santa Claus and horse-drawn carriage rides.
Or: Shafor Park, located on Shafor Boulevard and Patterson Road in Oakwood
When: Sunday December 12 at 6.30 p.m.
More information: Website
Christmas light in the land of illusion
Celebrate the season at Christmas Glow, a mile of 3 million lights during the Christmas Around the World drive-thru experience. A petting zoo, gift shop, Santa’s Workshop and Christmas Village will also be available for tours.
Or: Land of Illusion, 8762 Thomas Rd., Middletown
When: From November 24 to December 30. Closed from November 29 to December 1 and Christmas Day. The hours are from 6 p.m. to 10 p.m.
Cost: $ 7 per person, children 3 and under enter free.
More information: www.landofillusion.com/glow/attractions/christmas-drive-thru
Woodland lights
Woodland Lights is a beloved holiday light display featuring a half-mile-long paved path of holiday lights and displays. This year’s event will feature train rides, but not amusement park rides which have been featured annually through 2019. Horse-drawn carriage rides and Santa Claus will be part of this year’s event, but not the white-tailed deer. Special nights include Pet Night on December 3 and 21, giving visitors the option to bring their friendly puppies on a leash to walk around the park and have their photo taken with Santa.
Or: Countryside Park on the Washington Twp campus. RecPlex, 895 Miamisburg-Centerville Rd.
When: From Friday to Sunday from November 19 to December 19 and every evening from December 20 to 30, except Christmas Eve and Christmas Day. Hours are from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. Doors close at 8:30 p.m.
Cost: Tickets can be purchased for $ 9 at www.woodlandlights.org or at the door. Children 2 and under are admitted free. The entrance fee covers all expenses except concessions.
More information: www.washingtontwp.org/recreation/woodland_lights
A Christmas Carillon
During the holiday season, Carillon Historical Park turns into a winter wonderland with the dazzling The 200-foot-tall Carillon Tree of Light illuminates the sky every night and the remaining acres of land are illuminated with Christmas lights. Visitors will also be able to visit Santa until December 23, tour acres of magical lights, go holiday shopping and treat themselves to holiday-inspired treats.
Or: Carillon Historical Park, 1000, boul. Carillon, Dayton
When: From November 23 to December 30. Closed on Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Eve and Christmas Day. The hours are from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m.
Cost: $ 12 per adult (18-59 years old); $ 10 per senior (60 years and over); $ 8 per child (3-17 years old) and free for children under 3 and Dayton History members.
More information: www.daytonhistory.org/events/special-events/a-carillon-christmas
