Where to visit Santa in Toledo
Ongoing
Santa’s Wonderland at Bass Pro Shops in Rossford
Bass Pro Shops, 10000 Bass Pro Blvd., Rossford
Come see Santa here at The Shops at Fallen Timbers.
The Shops at Fallen Timbers, 3100 Main Street, Suite 1599, Maumee
Bring your family and little ones to meet Santa for an unforgettable photo experience.
Franklin Park Mall, 5001 Monroe St., Toledo
Dec. 13-Dec. 24
Explore dozens of classic exhibits, enjoy rides, and snap plenty of pictures with Santa! A festive experience for the whole family!
Sylvania’s Tam-O-Shanter, 7060 W Sylvania Ave., Sylvania
Dec. 6
Sponsored by Lucas County Children Services.
Lagrange Branch Library, 3422 Lagrange St., Toledo
Free pictures with Santa at the fire station 3:30-5:30 p.m.
Downtown Perrysburg, Louisiana Ave., Perrysburg
Dec. 7
Breakfast with Santa by Oregon-Northwood Rotary
Join Santa for a pancake breakfast.
Clay High School, 5665 Seaman Rd., Oregon
Breakfast with Santa at Dave & Buster’s
Score a ho-ho-whole morning of family fun with exclusive early access to the store. Ticketed.
Dave and Buster’s – Toledo, 5001 Monroe St., Toledo
Pets, families and children are welcome at this fundraiser benefitting K9 Cancer Research.
Gladieux Home Center, 5120 Navarre Ave., Oregon
Pictures can be sent digitally or printed while you wait. Humans only, please!
Olde Schoolhouse Commons, 8336 Monroe Rd., Lambertville, MI
Santa Claus will visit the library to share songs and stories with families.
Bowling Green Library, 251 N Main St., Bowling Green
Friendly pets on leashes are welcome.
Three Dog Bakery Perrysburg, 26611 N Dixie Hwy, Perrysburg
Santa is Coming to Toledo Harley-Davidson
Snap a picture with Santa and create memories to treasure forever. Santa will be visit from Noon-2 p.m.
Toledo Harley-Davidson, 1176 Professional Dr., Toledo
Whitehouse Holiday Celebration
Enjoy a parade, crafts, visits with Santa, and more.
Downtown Whitehouse, Providence St., Whitehouse
Dec. 8
Enjoy a calm, welcoming event designed for children of all ages and abilities, featuring softer lighting and quieter surroundings. Registration is required.
Franklin Park Mall, 5001 Monroe St., Toledo
Get in the spirit with some tasty food, fun activities, cookie decorating station and maybe even share your Christmas wishes with the man in red. Ticketed.
Maumee Bay Brewing Co., 27 Broadway St., Toledo
Santa Paws Photos for Pups & People
Photo packages benefit the medical expenses of our dogs at Golden Retriever Rescue Resource.
Rover Come Over, 3945 Albon Rd., Monclova
The Bene Italiano Christmas Artistry Event…featuring Santa’s Visit
Join Santa, artisans and crafters and the Bene Italiano team in the Banquet Room to welcome in the Holiday season together!
Keith and Chris Incorvaia’s Bene Italiano Restaurant, 4751 Monroe St., Toledo
Bring your cameras and come meet Santa, while enjoying crafts and cookies!
Collingwood Arts Center, 2413 Collingwood Blvd., Toledo
Mrs. Claus will visit the library to share songs and stories with families.
Bowling Green Library, 251 N Main St., Bowling Green
Dec. 10
Reading, writing, singing and play with Mrs. Claus.
Walbridge Library, 108 N. Main St., Walbridge
Dec. 11
Bring your family and friends to meet Santa and enjoy a magical holiday experience.
Monclova Community Center, 8115 Monclova Rd., Monclova
Dec. 13 and Dec. 14
Enjoy delicious cookies and hot cocoa, while listening to holiday music and joining in on various fun-filled activities.
Maumee Bay Lodge and Conference Center, 1750 Park Rd., Oregon
Dec. 14
Enjoy a Bake Sale, Raffle Baskets Train and Winter Village table.
Whitmer High School, 5601 Clegg Dr., Toledo
Enjoy a delicious breakfast, animal encounter and festive activities. Also on Sunday, Dec. 15. Ticketed.
The Toledo Zoo, 2 Hippo Way, Toledo
Mingle with the Kringles at Med1Care
Photos, crafts, story time & more. RSVP requested.
Med1Care, LLC, 1225 Corporate Dr, Holland
Echo Meadows Breakfast with Santa
Breakfast will be provided for the kids, themed crafts available and of course, Santa will be there for pictures.
Echo Meadows Church of Christ, 2905 Starr Ave., Oregon
Visit with Santa, Mrs. Claus and their reindeer before they head back to the North Pole.
Nature’s Corner, 6036 Angola Rd., Holland
Sponsored by Lucas County Children Services
Mott Branch Library, 1085 Dorr St., Toledo
Pick up your free ticket(s) at Great American Cookies in Suite 750. Limited tickets.
The Shops at Fallen Timbers, 3100 Main St., Suite 1599, Maumee
Dec. 15
Enjoy a calm, welcoming event designed for children of all ages and abilities, featuring softer lighting and quieter surroundings. Registration is required.
Franklin Park Mall, 5001 Monroe St., Toledo
Unicorn Farts cotton candy will be joining Learning Express Toys for this fun event before the holidays!
Learning Express Toys, 5577 Monroe St., Sylvania
Christmas Carols with Santa in the Old West End
All are invited to sing Christmas Carols with Santa! Join The Old West End Social Circle to spread goodwill and holiday cheer!
Old West End Commons, Corners of Bancroft & Robinwood, Toledo
5th Annual Officer Dia Christmas Cruz
Bring the kids to meet Santa and all his helpers. Take pictures, have cookies and see all the toy trucks lit up to be escorted to ProMedica Russell J Ebeid Children’s Hospital.
Wheelin’ on the Rocks, 2640 W. Laskey Rd., Toledo
Dec. 17
Enjoy decorating delicious cookies, a hot cocoa bar, photos with Santa and Christmas crafts!
Fort Meigs YMCA, 13415 Eckel Junction Rd., Perrysburg
Dec. 18
Kids are invited to wear their favorite PJs and snuggle up for a magical evening with Santa. Registration is required.
Franklin Park Mall, 5001 Monroe St., Toledo
Bring your kids and yourselves and get a free photo with Santa!
Ventura’s Mexican Restaurant, 7742 W Bancroft St., Toledo
Other holiday events
Ongoing
The Toledo Zoo, 2 Hippo Way, Toledo
St. Paul’s Lutheran Church, 428 N. Erie St., Toledo
Toledo Repertoire Theatre, 16 W. 10th St., Toledo
50th Annual Holidays at the Manor House
Wildwood Preserve Metropark, 5100 W. Central Ave., Toledo
Family Think Tank Workshops: Gingerbread Houses
Imagination Station, 1 Discovery Way, Toledo
Dec. 6
KRAMPUS: A Holiday Circus Tale
A family-friendly dark holiday tale told through the magic of circus. Ticketed.
Collingwood Arts Center, 2413 Collingwood Blvd., Toledo
Dec. 7
Camp for a Day: Reindeer Games
While parents prepare for the holidays, kids can enjoy a day at camp and see if they have what it takes to compete in the Reindeer Games! Ticketed.
The Toledo Zoo, 2 Hippo Way, Toledo
An inclusive and accessible holiday celebration for kids of all abilities! Registration is required.
4765 N. McCord Rd(old Five Lakes building), Sylvania
The Christmas Tree Ship is presented by UToledo Health and supported by the Port of Monroe. Enjoy free museum admission all day long and make memories that last a lifetime! Watch Santa arrive at the museum’s dock aboard a Geo. Gradel Co. tugboat delivering a Christmas Tree into your hands or the hands of someone in need.
National Museum of the Great Lakes, 1701 Front St., Toledo
Meet & Greet with The Mean One & Cindi Lou Who
Meet your favorite characters from the Grinch. This is a free event! Register on Facebook – Learning Express Toys of Sylvania.
Learning Express Toys, 5577 Monroe St., Sylvania
Downtown Toledo will be full of holiday cheer with curated events December 7-8.
Various locations
WINTERFEST: Libbey House Christmas Tour
Tour the Libbey House exploring the magic of Christmas on all three floors.
Libbey House, 2008 Scottwood Ave., Toledo
Join Creations by Gifted for a budget-friendly event featuring great gifts at great prices! Enjoy food, music and fun for the whole family!
Frederick Douglass Community Association, 1001 Indiana Ave., Toledo
Bring the whole family to enjoy a complimentary cup of hot chocolate while listening to cherished children’s Christmas tales throughout the museum!
Monroe County Museum System, 22 W 2nd St., Monroe, MI
Christmas Movies at the Peristyle!
The Toledo Symphony brings nostalgic Christmas movies to the Peristyle for a family-friendly afternoon of mischief and adventure. Ticketed.
Toledo Museum of Art, 2445 Monroe St, Toledo
Two levels are filled with local artisans, one-of-a-kind gift ideas, food, drinks, music and a whole lot of holiday cheer!
Fifth Third Building, One Seagate, Toledo
Enjoy twinkling lights, beautiful music and inspiring scenes from the Christmas story that capture the true spirit of the season.
Lial Catholic School, 5700 Davis Rd., Whitehouse
Dec. 7
YesterWays is a free hands-on drop-in activity that focuses on a skill or craft from times past.
Monroe County Museum, 126 S. Monroe St., Monroe, MI
Historic Holidays – Fort Meigs Winter Festival
Enjoy holiday music, refreshments and hands-on activities. Ticketed.
Fort Meigs, 29100 W River Rd., Perrysburg
Celebrate the magic of the season with Elsa, Anna and all the beloved Frozen songs at Laurel’s Characters & Co.’s Frozen Holiday Sing Along! Ticketed.
Maumee Indoor Theater, 601 Conant St., Maumee
Run or walk the festive 5K featuring a custom bib with chip timing, wearable swag, and a collectible cup with complimentary hot cocoa! Kids 12 & under can join the Cub Run, which includes an ice slide pass!
The Toledo Zoo, 2 Hippo Way, Toledo
Experience the magic of the holidays with games, arts and crafts, and captivating musical performances.
Ottawa Park Ice Rink, 2015 Parkside Dr., Toledo
Dec. 10
Join Lucas DD for this FREE, family-friendly event open to the community! Perfect for children 6 and under, with activities welcoming all abilities. Registration is required.
Lucas County Board of Developmental Disabilities, 1155 Larc Ln, Toledo
Dec. 12 -Dec. 15
Disney On Ice presents Mickey’s Search Party
Experience captivating storytelling through dynamic production numbers in this magical quest. Ticketed.
Huntington Center, 500 Jefferson Ave., Toledo
Dec. 13 – Dec. 15
Toledo Ballet w/ The Nutcracker
Toledo Ballet’s annual production of The Nutcracker continues to delight audiences of all ages. Ticketed.
Stranahan Theater, 4645 Heatherdowns Blvd., Toledo
Dec. 14
A full day of holiday festivities celebrating the annual Light of the Night event in Downtown Grand Rapids.
Downtown Grand Rapids, Front St., Grand Rapids
Polar Express 3D at Imagination Station
The Polar Express 3D is returning to Imagination Station! Ticketed.
Imagination Station, 1 Discovery Way, Toledo
Make a paper plate Grinch Santa and watch him wreak havoc on the holiday.
King Road Branch Library, 3900 King Rd., Toledo
Santa has invited his special winter friends, Elsa and Ana, for an enchanting meet and greet that will warm your heart. Registration is required.
Franklin Park Mall, 5001 Monroe St., Toledo
YesterWays is a free hands-on drop-in activity that focuses on a skill or craft from times past.
Monroe County Museum, 126 S Monroe St., Monroe, MI
Enjoy wagon rides, warm beverages, cookie decorating, crafts, classic games, carols on the player piano, traditional decorations, and one-room schoolhouse activities for a truly festive experience!
Carter Historic Farm, 18331 Carter Rd., Bowling Green
Family Movie Time at Walbridge
Watch The Santa Clause at the library.
Walbridge Library, 108 N. Main St., Walbridge
Visit The Ribbon to ice skate and enjoy live carols from the Candy Cane Carolers. Reservations are encouraged.
Glass City Riverwalk, 1001 Front St., Toledo
December Movie Night at Callisto Terra
Get cozy at Callisto Terra and enjoy The Santa Clause.
Callisto Terra, 5223 Hill Ave., Toledo
Dec. 15
Enjoy a day of holiday shopping with local artists and makers, live music, food trucks and a cash bar. Family-friendly fun for all!
Elks Maumee, 137 W. Wayne Street, Maumee
Dec. 16
Ugly Holiday Sweater Cookie Decorating
Create, and then devour your very own ugly holiday sweater sugar cookie! An extra treat for the one deemed the ugliest!
Toledo Heights Branch Library, 423 Shasta Dr., Toledo
Dec. 17
Celebrate the holidays with a fun family storytime.
Waterville Branch Library, 800 Michigan Ave., Waterville
Create your own winter wonderland within a Christmas bulb ornament. Registration is required.
Reynolds Corners Branch Library, 4833 Dorr St., Toledo
Dec. 19
A holiday-themed STEM workshop that sparks curiosity! Meet Stacie, Sam, and Kai from The Tree Lab Trio in a festive comic, followed by a hands-on “Racing Reindeer” activity. Registration is required.
Waterville Branch Library, 800 Michigan Ave., Waterville
Dec. 20
Holiday Glow Skate at The Ribbon
The Ribbon transforms into a glowing holiday wonderland for a special Holiday Glow Skate featuring holiday colors, music and more! Reservations are encouraged.
Glass City Riverwalk, 1001 Front St., Toledo
An Evening with Peter Billingsley and A Christmas Story
A Q&A with Peter Billingsley after a screening of A Christmas Story. Ticketed.
Stranahan Theater, 4645 Heatherdowns Blvd., Toledo
Dec. 21
Celebrate the shortest day of the year with glow-in-the-dark games and activities!
Main Library, 325 N Michigan St, Toledo
Dec. 22
Join Cornerstone Church for a special service filled with fun for the whole family! Sing along to festive music, enjoy activities together, and experience the Christmas story.
Cornerstone Church, 1520 S Reynolds Rd., Maumee
Sing favorite Christmas carols accompanied by choir, strings, and brass, and featuring the newly restored E.M. Skinner organ.
Rosary Cathedral, 2535 Collingwood Blvd., Toledo
Dec. 27-29
Enjoy hands-on art experiences in the galleries, cookie decorating, live performances, captivating glassblowing demonstrations and much more. There are themed journeys available, including flashlight, date night and superhero tours. This event will take place on December 27 and 28 from 11 a.m.-8 p.m. and December 29 from 11 a.m.-5 p.m.