Holiday Circlefest
(courtesy of University Circle Inc.)
This free University Circle event is held the first Sunday of December each year and features a lantern procession around Wade Oval as well as exhibits, music, food and activities at many of the area's museum's and institutions. Free transportation is offered from place to place.
Cleveland Indians Snow Days
The Cleveland Indians organization is transforming Progressive Field into a winter wonderland for the 2011 holiday season. This holiday attraction features snow tubing down the bleachers, ice skating around the ball field, a 3000-square foot snow maze, and fire pits as well as a variety of winter activities and on-field experiences.
"Snopening Day" is November 25 and the park is open until January 16. Tickets start at $5.
Little Italy Holiday Art Walk
(© 2007 S. Mitchell)
On Saturday at 5pm, the Christmas tree in front of the old Mayfield Theater will be lit.
The Nutcracker
(© John Gerbetz/courtesy of the San Jose Ballet)
Though the Cleveland Ballet is no longer with us, guest companies traditionally perform this holiday favorite in Northeast Ohio. In 2011, the Ohio Ballet Theater will perform the Nutcracker at E.J. Thomas Hall in Akron November 26 - December 4. For tickets, call 330 688-6065.
Twelve Days of Christmas at Penitentiary Glen
Step into the lifesize board game with this new holiday attraction. There'll be wildlife, music, food and prizes. Admission is free. Twelve Days of Christmas will be open every day from November 29, 2011 to January 1, 2012, except for Thanksgiving and Christmas Day, from noon to 5pm.
