Discover the festive delights of Wadsworth with our holiday guide. From Wadsworth stalwarts to wandering visitors, our guide ensures a holiday season to remember.
One highlight of the season is the Wadsworth Annual Candlelight Walk, where local shops open their doors for an enchanting evening filled with music, warmth, and community spirit. Another must-see is the Holiday Lights Drive-Thru, where families can enjoy a dazzling display of festive lights from the comfort of their car. And the Christmas in the Valley is something you definitely don't want to miss, showcasing delightful performances and seasonal crafts. See more details on these and other fun events and activities below!
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Top Holiday Events In and Around Wadsworth
- Wadsworth Annual Candlelight Walk
- Holiday Lights Drive-Thru (Medina)
- Christmas in the Valley (Valley City)
- PNC Festival of Lights (Cincinnati)
- Magic of Lights (Middleburg Heights)
- The Legendary Lights of Historic Clifton Mill (Clifton)
- Christmas at the Castle: A Kingdom of Lights (Loudonville)
- Woodland Lights (Washington Township)
See these and even more events listed below!
Wadsworth Holiday Light Displays
Wadsworth Annual Candlelight Walk
What to Expect:
Decorated downtown sidewalks and buildings.
Description:
The Wadsworth Annual Candlelight Walk is a festive event where Main Street Wadsworth is beautifully illuminated, featuring local shopping and dining, horse and carriage rides, a tree lighting ceremony, and photos with Santa.
Where: Wadsworth | More Info: Wadsworth Annual Candlelight Walk
Holiday Lights Drive-Thru
What to Expect:
Drive-thru holiday light display with various dates and times.
Description:
The Medina County Fair's Holiday Lights Drive-Thru features a festive light display at the fairgrounds, open on various dates from November 29 to December 29. The event is open from 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM on Sundays through Thursdays and from 6:00 PM to 10:00 PM on Fridays and Saturdays. Admission costs $10 per vehicle, $20 for small buses, and $50 for large buses, with cash or check accepted for payment.
Where: Medina | More Info: Holiday Lights Drive-Thru
Magic of Lights
What to Expect:
Over 2 million sparkling lights in a drive-through display.
Description:
Magic of Lights is a drive-through holiday lights experience featuring spectacular light displays, festive favorites, and digital animations, creating a memorable holiday experience for all ages.
Where: Middleburg Heights | More Info: Magic of Lights
PNC Festival of Lights
What to Expect:
Holiday celebration with synchronized lights and animal exhibits.
Description:
The PNC Festival of Lights at the Cincinnati Zoo & Botanical Garden features 4 million LED lights, 5 Fiona fairies in Fairyland, a blacklight puppet show, and Wild Lights on Swan Lake. Visitors can also enjoy seasonal concessions, meet ambassador animals, and participate in activities like the North Polar Express train ride and scavenger hunt.
Where: Cincinnati | More Info: PNC Festival of Lights
The Legendary Lights of Historic Clifton Mill
What to Expect:
Synchronized light and music show on historic mill and bridge.
Description:
The Legendary Lights of Historic Clifton Mill features over 4 million lights illuminating the mill, gorge, riverbanks, trees, and bridges. The display includes a 100-foot "waterfall" of twinkling lights, a Miniature Village, a Santa Claus Museum, and a spectacular synchronized lights and music show. Every night, guests can peek into Santa's Workshop to see a live Santa at work.
Where: Clifton | More Info: The Legendary Lights of Historic Clifton Mill
Christmas at the Castle: A Kingdom of Lights
What to Expect:
Over 150,000 lights and festive atmosphere.
Description:
Stroll through the grounds of Landoll's Mohican Castle, adorned with over 150,000 lights and outdoor Christmas trees, while enjoying festive tunes and the possibility of meeting Jolly Old Saint Nick.
Where: Loudonville | More Info: Christmas at the Castle: A Kingdom of Lights
Woodland Lights
What to Expect:
Interactive holiday light displays with train rides and character meet-and-greets.
Description:
Woodland Lights is a holiday event at Countryside Park featuring ten acres of sparkling lights, whimsical displays, and family-friendly activities. Visitors can stroll through the illuminated path, take a ride on the Rieck Express train, and meet Santa in a cozy log cabin. The event includes pet-friendly nights, character nights, and various themed activities.
Where: Washington Township | More Info: Woodland Lights
Wadsworth Holiday Markets and Shopping
Christmas in the Valley
What to Expect:
Community-driven holiday market with diverse activities.
Description:
Christmas in the Valley is a community celebration featuring a holiday market with unique vendors, a festive singalong, and a holiday-themed 5K race. The event includes various sponsorship levels and activities like a chili cook-off and tree lighting.
Where: Valley City | More Info: Christmas in the Valley
Festive Fun in Nearby Cities!
Discover Holiday events in hundreds of cities worldwide. Check out these nearby locations for more festive fun!
- Barberton (7 miles)
- Medina (10 miles)
- Akron (12 miles)
- Green (14 miles)
- Cuyahoga Falls (15 miles)
- Brunswick (16 miles)
- Stow (18 miles)
- Wooster (19 miles)
- Massillon (19 miles)
- North Royalton (20 miles)
- Strongsville (21 miles)
- Hudson (21 miles)
- Kent (21 miles)
- Canton (24 miles)
- Parma Heights (25 miles)
- Parma (26 miles)
- Garfield Heights (28 miles)
- Maple Heights (28 miles)
- North Olmsted (29 miles)
- North Ridgeville (29 miles)
- Solon (29 miles)
- Elyria (31 miles)
- Westlake (31 miles)
- Rocky River (32 miles)
- Lakewood (32 miles)
- Shaker Heights (33 miles)
- Ashland (33 miles)
- Cleveland (33 miles)
- Alliance (33 miles)
- Avon (33 miles)
- Cleveland Heights (35 miles)
- Glenville (36 miles)
- South Euclid (36 miles)
- Avon Lake (37 miles)
- Lorain (38 miles)
- Collinwood (38 miles)
- Euclid (41 miles)
- Mansfield (45 miles)