Celebrate the final days of a Lakeside Christmas from Dec. 9-10! This special weekend features fun for the whole family, a visit with Santa, carolers, concert with Chip Richter, a cookie decorating workshop, holiday shopping, Christmas lights and more! View the schedule of events and pre-register for select activities.
Eat, drink and shop local this weekend. While you’re in town for Lakeside’s Christmas festivities, finish up your holiday shopping in the downtown business district and the Village of Marblehead. Select shops and restaurants will be open all weekend long with specials and discounts.
When a man inadvertently makes Santa fall off his roof on Christmas Eve, he finds himself magically recruited to take his place. The film stars Tim Allen, Judge Reinhold, Eric Lloyd and Wendy Crewson.Donations appreciated for admission. (PG, 1 hr 37 min)
Explore Heritage Hall Museum and take part in a scavenger hunt adventure. Then stop by the Archives along Walnut Plaza, which will feature vintage Christmas displays and a holiday gift market.
Take a break from holiday shopping downtown and enjoy music by the Lakeside United Methodist Church (UMC) choir. The group will lead the singing of Christmas carols on Walnut Plaza. All are welcome to join in the holiday spirit.
Bring the entire family for singing, dancing and “more fun than a kid should be allowed to have” with Chip Richter & The Munks. This is a free concert, but all must pre-register to attend.
After dancing with Chip Richter & the Munks, stick around Orchestra Hall for a festive meet & greet with Santa Claus. Children of all ages are invited to share their Christmas wish-list!
A special hotel package for Lakeside Christmas is available at the Fountain Inn. Standard rooms start at $169 (+tax) for two nights on Dec. 9-10. Reservations include continental breakfast and early check-in and check-out at 1 p.m.
To make a reservation, call (419) 798-4461, ext. 230 and ask for the ‘Lakeside Christmas Hotel Package.’ View additional details.
This year, create new winter traditions with your nearest and dearest at Lakeside! Celebrate Christmas and New Year's Eve and enjoy snowy views of the lake. Select cottages are available year-round to meet all your travel needs.
After Labor Day, a Chautauqua Pass is not required to enter Lakeside. The Fifth St. Gate is accessible 24 hours. The East/West Second Street, Cedar Avenue., East Fourth Street and South Gates are closed from 9 p.m.-6 a.m.
Save the date for the 2023 New Year’s Eve Donut Drop! Watch as a giant inflatable donut drops from the Pavilion to ring in 2023. Enjoy music with DJ Sean Gill, Patio donuts and a blessing for the new year.
