Families from throughout the region are invited to ring in the holiday season at the free Christmas at the Cabin event at the Fulton County Fairgrounds in Wauseon, Ohio. On Friday, December 6 and Saturday, December 7, guests can enjoy hands-on activities, visit a petting zoo, meet Santa and the Grinch and so much more!
“The 4th annual Christmas at the Cabin event is a wonderful way for families to create special memories together,” shared Judy Warncke from the Museum of Fulton County. “This annual event is free of charge, thanks to our generous sponsors. Families can visit the cabin, blacksmith shop and Junior Fair Building where you will find Fulton County employers/organizations with fun activities for all ages to enjoy!”
Families can gather in the historic Canfield Cabin to have a picture taken with Santa and Mrs. Claus and visit the Grinch and Cindy Lou Hoo at the Sheriff’s Office. At the Reighard Blacksmith Shop guests can watch the blacksmith working at the forge.
There will be fun, hands-on activities and crafts in the Junior Fair Building. Children can build an ornament, make a jingle bell craft and watch the model trains on display. The holiday event also features a petting zoo where families can meet and feed a variety of animals including goats, alpacas, rabbits and sheep.
New this year, guests can enjoy breakfast and have their picture taken with Olaf on Saturday morning. The free breakfast will include pancakes & sausage on a stick, muffins, bananas, oranges or apples, milk, juice and coffee. A free will offering is suggested to help cover the expenses of the meal.
Christmas at the Cabin is presented annually by the Museum of Fulton County. Open Monday thru Saturday from 10 a.m.–4 p.m., this world-class museum shares 5000 years of history with exhibits highlighting the men and women who shaped Fulton County. The museum and Legacy Gift Shop are located at 8848 State Highway 108, across from the Fulton County Fairgrounds.
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Other Christmas at the Cabin partners include OhioMeansJobs|Fulton County, Fulton County Visitors Bureau, Worthington Steel, North Star BlueScope, Walmart Community Grants and several other community organizations and businesses.
“Christmas is a time for togetherness, joy, and the warmth of shared experiences and the collective spirit of our community,” shared Chris Beck, event co-chair. “By working together with the Museum of Fulton County and all the other participants, we created an event that not only celebrates the Christmas season but also strengthens the fabric of our community.”
The 2024 Christmas at the Cabin hours are from 5-8 p.m. on Friday, December 6 and from 9 a.m. until noon on Saturday, December 7. The event is held annually at the Futon County Fairgrounds located at 8514 State Route 108, Wauseon (Exit 34 of the Ohio Turnpike). Parking is free and there is no admission fee for this memorable Christmas event.
To learn more about the Christmas at the Cabin event or planning a visit to the nearby Museum of Fulton County call 419-337-7922 or visit museumoffultoncounty.org. Additional information is also available on the Museum Facebook and Instagram pages.
