Get ready for holiday fun, Ashland! Our guide has all the top events and activities for the season. From Ashland residents to seasonal tourists, our guide is your gateway to holiday magic.
One highlight you won’t want to miss is the Akron Children’s Hospital’s 41st Annual Holiday Tree Festival, featuring beautifully themed trees decorated by local organizations and businesses. The 30th Annual Warther Tree Festival showcases stunning handcrafted creations that reflect the artistry of the region. And definitely don't forget Christmas at Kingwood Center Gardens, where enchanting light displays transform the gardens into a winter wonderland. See more details on these and other fun events and activities below!
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Top Holiday Events In and Around Ashland
Ashland Holiday Light Displays
Christmas at Kingwood Center Gardens
What to Expect:
Seven linear miles of festive outdoor lighting.
Description:
Christmas at Kingwood Center Gardens features seven linear miles of lights, beautifully decorated Kingwood Hall, and a festive Community Tree Walk. Each week includes special features like the Stuff the Sleigh toy drive, train displays, live music, Santa, and reindeer. Exclusive holiday concerts are planned on December 3rd and 10th, with bonus open days added on December 17, 23, and 30. The event is pleased to be featured on the Ohio Holiday Lights Trail.
Where: Mansfield | More Info: Christmas at Kingwood Center Gardens
Ashland Holiday Shows and Entertainment
Akron Children’s Hospital’s 41st Annual Holiday Tree Festival
What to Expect:
Unique holiday decorations and gifts benefiting children's healthcare.
Description:
The Akron Children’s Hospital Holiday Tree Festival features 150 decorated trees, 80 wreaths, and 175 holiday gifts, with all items donated by local corporations, groups, and individuals. The event includes local entertainment and offers a retail table with holiday decorations for sale. It is a fundraiser for Akron Children’s Hospital, supporting medical research, education, and patient care programs.
Where: Akron | More Info: Akron Children’s Hospital’s 41st Annual Holiday Tree Festival
Ashland Other Holiday Activities
30th Annual Warther Tree Festival
What to Expect:
Unique tree themes and decorations.
Description:
The 31st Annual Warther's Tree Festival features over 100 pre-decorated trees, wreaths, and home decor at the Ernest Warther Museum. This annual fundraiser benefits the Cleveland Clinic Union Hospital Auxiliary and has been delighting families for 31 years with its unique tree themes. Admission is $5 for adults, and children under 12 are free. The festival runs from 11 AM to 7 PM daily until November 24th, with a closing time of 5 PM on the final day.
Where: Dover | More Info: 30th Annual Warther Tree Festival
Festive Fun in Nearby Cities!
Discover Holiday events in hundreds of cities worldwide. Check out these nearby locations for more festive fun!
- Mansfield (13 miles)
- Wooster (20 miles)
- Medina (30 miles)
- Wadsworth (33 miles)
- Brunswick (36 miles)
- Elyria (36 miles)
- Barberton (39 miles)
- North Ridgeville (39 miles)
- Strongsville (40 miles)
- Lorain (41 miles)
- Massillon (42 miles)
- Avon (43 miles)
- North Olmsted (43 miles)
- North Royalton (44 miles)
- Green (44 miles)
- Akron (44 miles)
- Sandusky (45 miles)