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Families can enjoy free skating while donating food items to help local families. Kids will like the evening ice time and the easy, drop in format. Bring a nonperishable item for admission and rental.
Event cost: Free with a donated nonperishable food item
Event times: 5 to 6:50 p.m. Nov. 24...
Families can shop seasonal decor, gifts and treats from local vendors while enjoying holiday music and a festive atmosphere. Kids will love the reindeer photos, s’mores station and wagon rides. No registration is needed to join the event.
Event cost: Free admission; vendor items priced individually
Event times: 3-7 p.m. Dec....
Families can explore lantern-lit streets, enjoy free rides and watch holiday vignettes throughout the village. Kids will love the ice skating, Model T rides and fireworks at the end of the night. Plan for possible traffic delays on Oakwood Boulevard due to construction.
Event cost: $36-$44 public; $30.50-$37.50 members; 10%...
Enjoy an afternoon of nostalgic holiday fun with roasted chestnuts, wagon rides, live music, and hands-on crafts. Families can explore the All Aboard Model Train display, visit museum buildings, and take festive winter photos. Most activities are outdoors, so dress warmly.
Event cost: $0-$5 per person; limited tickets at the...
