Rosary Cathedral | 4 p.m. Handel's Messiah Alain Trudel, conductor It’s so much more than the Hallelujah chorus. Almost three centuries since its debut, Handel’s Messiah—with its dramatic arias and rousing choruses—is arguably “the greatest story ever told.”
Rosary Cathedral | 4 p.m. Handel's Messiah Handel’s Messiah has been described as “a commentary on Jesus Christ’s Nativity, Passion, Resurrection, and Ascension beginning with God’s promises as spoken by the prophets and ending the Christ’s glorification in heaven.” This holiday tradition continues at Rosary Cathedral with the Toledo Symphony led by Alain Trudel.
Copper Moon Studio | December 6-8, 13-15, 20-22 Open late, every Tues, Wed and Thurs evening - from now till Christmas! Join us for ornament making, popcorn and Christmas movies. Ages 4 and up. $25 each. Walk-ins welcome, but groups of 6 or more should RSVP in our Lil Chips Group Seating to save your […]
Rutherford B. Hayes Presidential Center | 6 p.m. Get into the holiday spirit by seeing Spiegel Grove light up for Christmas with more festive lights added to the grounds this year during Lights of Spiegel Grove on Thursday, Dec. 8. This event is from 6 to 8 p.m. at Spiegel Grove, the grounds of the Hayes Presidential […]
Tam-O-Shanter | December 9-24 Children’s Wonderland began as a northwest Ohio holiday tradition over 50 years ago. For decades, families from all over northwest Ohio have been coming to find the holiday spirit at Children’s Wonderland. As always, dozens of classic exhibits will be on display, train rides will be available, and there will be […]
Stranahan Theater | December 10-11 Saturday, December 10: 2 p.m. & 7 p.m. Sunday, December 11: 2 p.m. Toledo Ballet Toledo Symphony Orchestra Alain Trudel, conductor Continuing its record of the longest-running, annual production of The Nutcracker in North America, Toledo Ballet’s 82nd Nutcracker brings E.T.A. Hoffman’s story of The Nutcracker and the Mouse King to life with fresh choreography and […]
Fifth Third Building | December 10-11 Saturday, December 10: 4-10 p.m. Sunday, December 11: 2-8 p.m. Celebrate the holiday season with a unique two-day shopping experience! Join us in the Grand Lobby of the Fifth Third Building at One Seagate and take a nostalgic trip down the escalator to the Lower Level for a vintage […]
Copper Moon Studio | 10 a.m. Holiday Open House 'Tis the season to shop! We will have the gallery brimming with unique creations and a great deal with $5 Off all our Picture Frames! Open 10-6. Make it a Copper Moon Christmas!
Lourdes University Franciscan Center | 10 a.m. Toledo Craftsman's Guild. Free admission and parking. * A beautiful setting for our last show of the year. * Pick up that last-minute holiday gift or decoration that will make your holiday bright! * Crafts by the Craftsman ... No Imports HERE! * Papi's and Hahny's food truck […]
Fort Meigs | Noon Admission is free. Join us in the Visitor Center to celebrate the holidays! War of 1812 soldiers and civilians will be on hand to provide demonstrations and answer questions about the War of 1812 and camp life. Enjoy holiday music, refreshments, and hands-on activities. While you’re here, shop our museum store […]
Toledo Zoo | 3 p.m. Polar Paws & Santa Claws 5K 4 p.m. Polar Paws Kids Cub Run 3 p.m. Open to ages 12 and under. Ready, set, run! Get ready to move your paws at this family-friendly 5k walk-and-run event. 5k Registrants will receive: Collectible medal Tech-friendly gloves Collectible cup Custom bib with chip […]
Copper Moon Studio | December 6-8, 13-15, 20-22 Open late, every Tues, Wed and Thurs evening - from now till Christmas! Join us for ornament making, popcorn and Christmas movies. Ages 4 and up. $25 each. Walk-ins welcome, but groups of 6 or more should RSVP in our Lil Chips Group Seating to save your […]
Valentine Theatre | 7:30 p.m. ProMedica Pick 4 Series - JIM BRICKMAN: A Very Merry Christmas Jim Brickman, the multiple Grammy-nominated songwriter and piano sensation, is back this festive season with his annual holiday tour A Very Merry Christmas. Join Brickman for this LIVE and joyous concert experience that blends yuletide memories and holiday favorites […]
Huntington Center | December 15-18 Dec. 15 at 7:00 PM Dec. 16 at 7:00 PM Dec. 17 at 11:00 AM, 3:00 PM, 7:00 PM Dec. 18 at 1:00 PM, 5:00 PM All ages 2 and older require a ticket. Discover why no dream is too big at Disney On Ice presents Into the Magic! Seek […]
Valentine Theatre | 7:30 p.m. ProMedica Pick 4 Series - It's A Wonderful Life: Live from WVL Radio Show It’s Christmas Eve in 1945, and only a handful of WVL Radio’s actors have braved the blizzard to perform that evening’s broadcast of It’s a Wonderful Life and keep the station afloat. This clever stage adaptation […]