2025 Preview: Holiday Events in Lake County
🎄Holly Jolly All The Way🎄
One of our favorite times of the year is almost here, and Lake County, OH, is ready to welcome visitors with open arms and a festive spirit! We’ve put together a quick list of the holliest and jolliest upcoming events near Mentor, Willoughby, Painesville, Madison and all of Lake County, OH.
Nestled just a short drive from Columbus, Cleveland, Pittsburgh, and Canton, this charming region offers a delightful array of holiday events near Cleveland, OH. Whether you're seeking cozy small-town charm or vibrant holiday activities, you'll find plenty of holiday things to do that will create lasting memories.
From dazzling light displays to nostalgic village celebrations, Lake County promises a magical holiday experience that captures the heart of the season.
Start planning your trip now, or check out our Events Calendar anytime for upcoming live music, winery events, and festivals throughout the holiday season!
November
November - February 15th: Lake County Hot Chocolate Trail ☕
Saturday, November 1st - Wednesday, November 26th: Turkey Trot Wine Tasting Event
Sunday, November 2nd: Crafts, Corks, & Christmas Holiday Craft Show at Grand River Cellars
Thursday, November 6th: Santa's Wine-Shop: Tasting and Boutique
Saturday, November 8th: Comfort & Joy: A Holiday Open House
Saturday, November 15 - Sunday, November 16th: Winter Village Market at Holden Arboretum
Wednesday, November 19th - January 11th: Annual Grinchmas Bar at Grand River Cellars
Wednesday, November 19th - Tuesday, December 31st: Rudolph’s Revenge Christmas Wine Bar at Debonne Vineyards
Thursday, November 20th: Painesville's Holiday Shop & Stroll
Friday, November 21st: Painesville’s Spirit of the Season - Community Tree Lighting🎄
Saturday, November 22nd - January 1st: Candy Land It’s Wild in Ohio
Friday, November 28th - Sunday, November 30th: NEW! Holiday Ice & Lights Festival at the Lake Metroparks Farmpark
Select Dates from Saturday, November 29th - December 20th: Breakfast with Santa at the Lake Metroparks Farmpark
Saturday, November 29th & Sunday, November 30th: Breakfast with Santa at the Everly
Sunday, November 30th: Wildwood Holiday Boutique
Saturdays in November: Oliver’s Marketplace at the Great Lakes Mall
Painesville’s Spirit of the Season
Downtown Willoughby Tree Lighting
December
December - January 11: Annual Grinchmas Bar at Grand River Cellars
Tuesday, December 2nd: Opus 216 Holiday Show at Cask 307 Winery
Thursday, December 5th: Willoughby Annual Holiday Lighting 🎄
Select Dates beginning Thursday, December 5th - December 28th: Country Lights Holiday Drive-Thru at Lake Metroparks Farmpark
Friday, December 5th: Naughty/Nice Dinner at Classic Auto Group Park - Lake County Captain’s
Saturday, December 6th: Miracle on Erie Street 5K
Select Dates between Saturday, December 6th - December 14th : Painesville’s Santa in the Square
Saturday, December 6th: Harbor Holidays & a Day with the Grinch 🎄
Saturday, December 6th: Willowick Holiday Craft Fair
Saturday, December 6th: Christmas in the Village Park 🎄
Saturday, December 6th: Naughty/Nice Dinner at Classic Auto Group Park - Lake County Captain’s
Saturday, December 6th: Santa’s Wild Workshop in the Woods!
Tuesday, December 9th: Julie Anna Gulenko & Co Holiday Dinner Show at Cask 307
Sunday, December 14th: 2025 Willoughby Winter Pop-Up Shop
Tuesday, December 16th: Holiday Mansion Tours at The Steele Mansion
Friday, December 19th: A Holiday Cabaret at Steele Mansion Inn & Gathering Hub
Saturday, December 20th: Debonne Vineyards Annual Ugly Sweater Party
Saturdays in December: Oliver’s Marketplace at the Great Lakes Mall
Holiday Lights at the Lake Metroparks Farmpark
Grand River Cellars Grinchmas Bar
Are you interested in joining our list? Email elyse@tourlakecounty.com to learn more about how to partner with Tour Lake County!
