Location: Ottawa Park Ice Rink, 2015 Parkside Dr.
Date: Sunday, December 8
Time: 3 p.m. - 7 p.m.
Join us in celebrating the holiday season at the City of Toledo's Annual Holiday Tree Lighting event! Experience the magic of this festive gathering with games, arts and crafts, and captivating musical performances.
In the true spirit of the holidays, we're also collecting non-perishable food items to support local food banks. Don't miss the chance to meet Santa Claus and other beloved holiday characters before the magical tree-lighting moment at 6:30 p.m. It's a joyous occasion you won't want to miss!
Holiday Character Meet and Greets
- Santa
- Elsa
- The Grinch
- Cinderella
Holiday activities
- Free ice skating (weather dependent) 3-4:30/4:45-6:15 p.m.
- Ice Carving Demonstration 3-5 p.m.
- Make Your Own Ornament
- Face Painting
- Cookie Decorating
- Book Giveaway with Read for Literacy
- Santa Workshop
- Toledo Fire and Rescue Demo Truck
Musical performances
- Open Mic, 3:15-3:30
- Waite High School Show Choir, 3:30 to 4
- Sing-along with Elsa, the Grinch, and Cinderella, 4:10-4:20
- The Glow Foundation Choir, 4:30-5:00
- Scott High School Choir, 5:10-5:25
- F.A.M.E.D. Studios, 5:30-6
- Toledo Rep Dickens Singers, 6:10-6:20
- My5stery Music Drumline, Step Team, and Choir, 6:30-7
Snacks and Treats
- Free smores, popcorn, and hot chocolate
- Pizza available for purchase by the slice
Non-Perishable Food Drive
We are proud to partner with Monroe Street Neighborhood Center and Grace Community Center to collect canned and non-perishable food items to help those in need for the holidays. If you're joining us at the holiday event, consider bringing along a can or non-perishable food item per person.
Examples of acceptable food items:
- Boxed items: Macaroni and cheese, rice, pasta
- Canned items: Tuna, fruit, vegetables, soup
- Item is within its sell by date
Volunteers needed!
Do you want to be part of creating a memorable holiday event? We're on the lookout for dedicated volunteers to assist with event activities, parking, and setup/tear down. Be a part of the magic! Sign up as a volunteer using the form below.