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Toledo launches Christmas 2025 with lights around the Toledo Museum of Art and Canal District, filling streets with warmth. You'll discover festive tours, winter celebrations and holiday gatherings where markets, performances and family activities light up the season.
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Top Christmas Events In and Around Toledo
- Lights Before Christmas
- Christmas at the Peristyle
- A Christmas Carol
- Holidays at the Manor House
- Libbey House Christmas Tours & Cocktails
- Miracle on Main Street (Sylvania)
- Polar Paws & Santa Claws 5K and Kids' Cub Run
- Hometown Holiday Lights (Monroe)
- The Town Center at Levis Commons Tree Lighting Ceremony (Perrysburg)
- Bowling Green Community Holiday Parade (Bowling Green)
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Toledo Christmas Events
Toledo Christmas Light Displays
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Step into a magical holiday experience at the Toledo Zoo's Lights Before Christmas event. This beloved annual tradition transforms the zoo grounds into a dazzling spectacle with over one million lights. While specific details for this year are still emerging, past events have featured stunning light displays, including the iconic Malawi Elephant Habitat illuminated in a breathtaking fashion. It's a perfect opportunity to create lasting holiday memories.
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Step into a festive holiday wonderland at the Manor House, where volunteers have transformed over 30 areas of the grand mansion into a dazzling spectacle. This cherished community tradition offers a magical experience for all, with a model train exhibit and scenic carriage rides available on select dates. It's a perfect way to immerse yourself in the holiday spirit.
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Step into the holiday spirit at the historic Libbey House in Toledo. This National Historic Landmark transforms into a festive wonderland, offering enchanting Christmas house tours. For a special evening, join the Christmas Cocktails event for a delightful blend of seasonal drinks and a guided tour through the beautifully decorated home.
Toledo Christmas Movies, Theater and Entertainment
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Experience the magic of the holiday season with 'Christmas at the Peristyle,' a festive concert by the Toledo Symphony. They will fill the Peristyle with joyful holiday classics, beloved carols, and symphonic favorites. It's the perfect event to share heartwarming music with family and friends, making it a cherished holiday tradition.
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Celebrate the holiday season with Toledo Repertoire Theatre's production of 'A Christmas Carol.' This community classic brings Ebenezer Scrooge, Tiny Tim, and the spirits of Christmas past, present, and future to life at Notre Dame Academy. Brimming with joyful songs and holiday cheer, the performance embodies the true spirit of Christmas, joy, and redemption.
Toledo Christmas Markets and Shopping
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Immerse yourself in the holiday spirit at Miracle on Main Street in Downtown Sylvania. This festive two-day event features a tree lighting ceremony, a lively art walk, and a spectacular holiday parade. Explore unique shops, enjoy live music and food trucks, and delight in a magical Winter Wonderland with beloved holiday characters. It's the perfect way to experience the joy of the season.
Toledo Other Christmas Activities
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Lace up your running shoes for the Polar Paws & Santa Claws 5K and Kids' Cub Run at the Toledo Zoo. This festive event invites participants of all ages to run or walk a scenic 5K, or join the shorter Cub Run designed for children 12 and under. Participants receive a custom bib, wearable swag, and a collectible cup with hot cocoa, while Cub Run participants get an ice slide pass. After the races, all participants are welcome to enjoy the enchanting 'Lights Before Christmas' display at the zoo.
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