There's always plenty to do in Ohio over the weekend, but Spectrum News 1 gathered some of the highlights around each major metropolitan area across the state.
Also consider checking out our list of holiday-specific events occurring throughout the season here.
Here's some of this weekend's events:
Cleveland
Cleveland Bazaar 20th anniversary
- When and where: 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. Dec. 14 and 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Dec. 15 at 78th street studios, located at 1305 West 80th St. in Cleveland
- Info: The holidays are approaching, and this is an opportunity to snag some unique gifts from more than 125 artists at this market, celebrating its 20th year
- When and where: 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Dec. 14 at the Ames Family Atrium at The Cleveland Museum of Art
- Cost: Free
- Info: The atrium hosts an event with a different artist. This weekend's is an event by the Morgan Conservatory, who will be explaining the process of papermarking, allowing attendees to keep some handmade paper
Columbus
- When and where: Dec. 14 at the National Veterans Memorial and Museum
- Cost: Price varies depending on distance, see website for details
- Info: Enjoy a 5k, a half-mile Santa stroll, a kids fun run and more at this event
- When and where: 7:30 p.m. on Dec. 14 and 2 p.m. on Dec. 15 at the Riffe Center's Davidson Theatre
- Cost: Ticket prices vary, see website for details
- Info: Enjoy holiday music from the Columbus Gay Men's Chorus at this show
Cincinnati
- When and where: 2 p.m. Dec. 14 at 946 Pavilion St. in Cincinnati
- Info: Join others and bring you pup to the 35th annual Reindog Parade "for a unique holiday celebration" with proceeds headed to the League of Animal Welfare
Servatii Cincinnati Christkindlmarkt at Moerlein Lager House
- When and where: Dec. 13 to 15 (check website for time details) at the Moerlein Lager House, located at 115 Joe Nuxhall Way in Cincinnati
- Cost: Admission is free
- Info: This is your chance to experience a German-American Christmas festival at the Schmidlapp Event Lawn and Stage in Smale Riverfront Park
Dayton
- When and where: 2 to 4 p.m. Dec. 14 and 15 at the historic Patterson Homestead, located at 1815 Brown St. in Dayton
- Cost: The price is $40 for members and $50 for non-members
- Info: Enjoy a cup of tea and a three-course meal at the Patterson Homestead while also learning about the Patterson family
- When and where: Dec. 14 at the MetroParks Ice Rink, located at 237 East Monument Ave. in Dayton
- Info: Really want to ice skate but still struggling to find the time to go holiday shopping? Why not both? Enjoy ice skating and shopping at this event hosted by RiverScape MetroPark
Toledo
- When and where: Dec. 13-15 (times vary, see website for details) at Cornerstone Baptist Church
- Cost: Free
- Info: This event allows attendees to experience the story of Jesus "first hand" with real animals and people in costume. "Immerse yourself among real animals, people, and places as the life of Bethlehem comes alive around you," the website reads
- When and where: 9 to 11 a.m. Dec. 14 and 15 at the Toledo Zoo & Aquarium
- Cost: Non-member children (2-11) $40, adults $55. Member children $35, adults $50
- Info: Meet Santa, enjoy some food and even have an "animal encounter" at this holiday event