Experience the holiday season like never before in Toledo. Enjoy the beauty and brightness of The Lights Before Christmas at the Toledo Zoo & Aquarium or add some sparkle to your skate on The Ribbon for the Holidays at Glass City Metropark – there’s plenty of festive fun to be had this season! From dazzling light displays to cool skating rinks with a side of yummy snacks, experience the unique magic of Toledo’s modern holiday traditions firsthand this year.
Experience Toledo’s unique holiday spirit and make the most of your hometown this season. From dazzling light displays to delightful winter traditions, The Lights Before Christmas is the perfect guide to having a jolly good time during the holidays in Toledo. Embark on a joyful journey through the heartwarming festivities that make this city shine and enjoy hot cocoa while you take in the sights and sounds of the season. Make it a holiday season to remember with The Lights Before Christmas!
Experience the Magic of Lights Before Christmas
The Toledo Zoo & Aquarium proudly presents the annual Lights Before Christmas event, a breathtaking display of over one million lights that transform the picturesque landscape into a mesmerizing tapestry of colors and shapes. Guests can admire the towering Big Tree adorned with colorful bulbs, as well as animated light sculptures of animals and holiday characters that adorn every corner of the zoo. This family-friendly event is sure to bring joy and delight to all who experience it.
Come Skate at The Ribbon for the Holidays!
Glass City Metropark is proud to introduce The Ribbon for the Holidays this year – a 1,000-foot loop trail with rolling hills and soft curves for an enjoyable ice skating experience. Connected to a 5,000-square-foot skating pond, visitors will have the chance to participate in traditional ice rink activities as well as special events and programs. To make it even more special, there will be a light display at The Ribbon and families can warm up by the fire while enjoying food and drinks in Markethall nearby. It’s a destination that promises to be both memorable and fun!
Reserve Your Skating Slot Now!
Starting October 16, visitors will be able to make reservations for a skating slot at the Manor House in Metroparks Toledo. Don’t miss out on this exciting opportunity to take part in a holiday tradition!
Enjoy Holiday Fun at Metroparks Hall
Experience an unforgettable holiday celebration this year at Metroparks Hall! The annual Holidays at the Manor House is a festive event that brings together volunteers from the community to transform the 30,000-square-foot space into a winter wonderland. With more than 40,000 visitors each year, it has become a beloved tradition for many. Guests can enjoy all of the holiday decorations, music, and special events, as well as the model train exhibit by the Swanton Area Railroad and Model Club – no reservations are required, although limited numbers will be allowed inside the building at one time. Celebrate the holidays in style at Metroparks Hall!
And of course, no winter in Toledo would be complete without a game of Walleye Hockey at the Huntington Center Arena. This year, they are doing Peanuts: A Christmas Celebration | Saturday, December 23, which will include a specialty jersey, giveaway, and much more. Enjoy an adrenaline-fueled spectacle with your loved ones this holiday season!
Toledo’s holiday season is full of festive experiences and moments worth cherishing with family and friends. From the fascinating lights show at The Toledo Zoo & Aquarium to the unique Ribbon for the Holidays light display in Glass City Metropark, this destination offers seemingly endless opportunities to make memories that last a lifetime. Whether it be hitting the ice beneath enchanting over one million holiday lights or admiring winter activities by the fire, make the most of your hometown this season and visit all that ‘Toledo the Friendly City’ has to offer.
