Christmas Events for Kids in Toledo (2026)

Christmas Events for Kids
Written by Kelsey Cecil

14 min read

The Toledo area has 14 Christmas events for kids we could confirm for the 2026 season, from Lights Before Christmas in Toledo on November 20 to Gingerbread Houses Workshop in Toledo, which runs through December 26. 9 of them are free, and every listing links straight to the host. It is one stop on our guide to Christmas events for kids in Ohio, part of our guide for every state.

The short version

  • 14 kids’ Christmas events confirmed in Toledo for 2026, in Toledo, Maumee, Oregon, Perrysburg and Sylvania
  • First: Lights Before Christmas, Toledo, November 20. Runs latest: Lights Before Christmas, Toledo, through December 31
  • Free: Winter Wonderland, Christmas Tree Ship 2026, Inclusive Holiday Crafts, Handmade Holiday: Faux Gingerbread Houses, Winter Wonderland, Gingerbread Storytime, Handmade Holiday Cards, Winter Celebration and Winter Wonderland with Santa Clause
  • Checked on each host’s own page; each listing links straight to it
Watercolor illustration: Rally the corgi stands on a red train seat looking out at falling snow, a lit Christmas tree and a white dove. Text: Choo choo! The train starting could be heard. Hello cute white bird!
Rally watching the snow and a lit Christmas tree, from the pages of Rally Takes the Train.

Below is every event we could confirm, grouped by city, with the date, time, cost and the small things parents ask about (sign-ups, ages, what is included). Looking for a Santa train instead? Those are on our Ohio Christmas train rides page.

Toledo Christmas events for kids at a glance

Kids’ Christmas events
14 confirmed for 2026
Cities
Toledo, Maumee, Oregon, Perrysburg and Sylvania
Season
November 20 to December 31, 2026
Free events
9
Kinds of events
holiday crafts, Santa visit, holiday story time and tree lighting
Last checked

Plan your December

When each Toledo Christmas event for kids happens

The first is Lights Before Christmas in Toledo on November 20; the last runs to December 26. Each bar spans an event’s dates, not every hour in them, so check the host’s page for times.

Look inside the book

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Rally Takes the Train is a five-minute rhyming picture book about a corgi’s first train ride, hand-painted in real watercolor. It makes a cozy bedtime story after a big day with Santa. Turn a few pages here.

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Rally Takes the Train book cover: a watercolor corgi peeking from a red train

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Christmas events for kids in Toledo

10 confirmed events for kids in Toledo, soonest first.

Toledo: Lights Before Christmas

Tree lightingToledo Zoo and Aquarium · Toledo

Host
Toledo Zoo and Aquarium (opens in a new tab)
Where
Toledo Zoo and Aquarium, 2 Hippo Way, Toledo, OH 43609
When
Friday, November 20, 2026 to Thursday, December 31, 2026 (nightly; lights 3 to 8 pm Mon to Thu, 3 to 9 pm Fri to Sun), 3 pm
Cost
$32 adults, $29 children 2 to 11 and seniors; under 2 free; reservations required
Ages
All ages; children under 2 free
Sign-up
Required ahead of time
Confirmed
On the host’s page, checked

The Toledo Zoo's Lights Before Christmas fills the grounds with more than one million lights, over 200 illuminated animal images and the legendary Big Tree, an 85 foot Norway spruce. Opening night, Friday, November 20, includes a drone show around 6 pm followed by the Big Tree lighting, with roaming holiday characters, caroling and ice carving. During Lights, the zoo opens at 3 pm and lights run until 8 pm Monday to Thursday and 9 pm Friday to Sunday.

Santa visits at Santa's Lodge from 4 to 8 pm daily, November 20 to December 23, and reindeer are in the Broadway Pavilion. Winter Village offers fire pits and s'mores, plus an ice slide and carousel at $3.50 per ride. Admission is $32 for adults and $29 for children 2 to 11 and seniors, and children under 2 are free. Reservations are required, including for members.

Parent tip: Book a timed reservation before you go; the zoo page also mentions a New Year celebration at the stroke of noon.

See dates and details from Toledo Zoo and Aquarium (opens in a new tab)

Toledo: Promenade Park Tree Lighting

Santa and Mrs. ClausCity of Toledo · Toledo

Host
City of Toledo (opens in a new tab)
Where
Promenade Park, 400 Water St, Toledo, OH 43604
When
Friday, November 20, 2026, 5 to 8 pm
Cost
Not stated
Ages
All ages
Confirmed
On the host’s page, checked

The City of Toledo kicks off the season at Promenade Park on Friday, November 20, 2026, from 5 to 8 pm. The mayor and city officials light the tree at 7 pm.

Santa and Mrs. Claus greet families on the lower level, next to a Candyland games area. Upstairs, kids can get their faces painted and try arts and crafts. The Grinch, Elsa and Cindy Lou are also expected on site, and hot chocolate and popcorn are served on both levels. The city page does not list an admission price.

Parent tip: Santa and Mrs. Claus are on the lower level; crafts and face painting are on the upper level.

See dates and details from City of Toledo (opens in a new tab)

Toledo: Capt. Scupper's Kids Club: Create a Watercolor Christmas Card like Alex Cook

Holiday craftsNational Museum of the Great Lakes · Toledo

Host
National Museum of the Great Lakes (opens in a new tab)
Where
National Museum of the Great Lakes, 1701 Front St, Toledo, OH 43605
When
Saturday, November 28, 2026, 11:30 am to 2:30 pm
Cost
Included with regular museum admission
Confirmed
On the host’s page, checked

For more than 50 years, Great Lakes artist Alexander Burns Cook created the original art for the National Museum of the Great Lakes' annual Christmas cards. On Saturday, November 28, the museum invites kids to carry on the tradition. Young artists look at examples of Cook's holiday work, then use watercolors to paint their own Christmas cards to take home and share.

The drop in activity runs from 11:30 am to 2:30 pm, and no registration is required. Art supplies are provided, and the activity is included with regular museum admission. Families can also watch screenings of The Adventures of Kitty Smoke and Her Friends, based on Cook's children's story, and pick up coloring pages and activity sheets. The program ties in with the temporary exhibit An Artist at the Water's Edge.

Parent tip: Drop in any time during the three hour window; supplies are provided.

See dates and details from National Museum of the Great Lakes (opens in a new tab)

Toledo: Winter Wonderland

Santa visitFreeToledo Lucas County Public Library · Toledo

Host
Toledo Lucas County Public Library (opens in a new tab)
Where
Point Place Branch Library, 2727 117th St, Toledo, OH 43611
When
Wednesday, December 2, 2026, 3:30 to 5 pm
Cost
Free
Ages
Kids (6 to 10), All Ages
Confirmed
On the host’s page, checked

The Point Place Branch of the Toledo Lucas County Public Library hosts Winter Wonderland on Wednesday, December 2, from 3:30 to 5 pm. The library sums it up as crafts, cookies and Santa, all in one holiday event for all ages.

The program is listed for kids ages 6 to 10 as well as all ages, so younger and older siblings can come together. No registration is required, and there is no cost. The after school time slot works well for a quick stop on the way home, and children can make a seasonal craft, enjoy a cookie and see Santa in a cozy neighborhood library setting rather than a busy mall. This is the first of several Winter Wonderland events across the library system this season, with another at the King Road Branch on December 8.

Parent tip: No sign up is needed; arrive early in the window for the shortest wait to see Santa.

See dates and details from Toledo Lucas County Public Library (opens in a new tab)

Toledo: Christmas Tree Ship 2026

Santa visitFreeNational Museum of the Great Lakes · Toledo

Host
National Museum of the Great Lakes (opens in a new tab)
Where
National Museum of the Great Lakes, 1701 Front St, Toledo, OH 43605
When
Saturday, December 5, 2026, 1 to 4 pm
Cost
Free museum admission all day
Confirmed
On the host’s page, checked

The National Museum of the Great Lakes on Toledo's east side brings back its Christmas Tree Ship tradition on Saturday, December 5. Families gather to watch Santa Claus arrive by tugboat with a boatload of Christmas trees, and museum admission is free all day. The event is presented by UToledo Health.

The tradition honors the schooner Rouse Simmons, the original Christmas Tree Ship, whose captain was remembered as Captain Santa for giving trees to families in need. The museum sells live trees, which must be ordered by 1 pm on Sunday, November 29, and also collects gift cards for local families. With free admission, it is a good day to explore the museum's ships and exhibits with kids after Santa docks.

Parent tip: Dress for time outside on the riverfront while you wait for Santa's tugboat.

See dates and details from National Museum of the Great Lakes (opens in a new tab)

Toledo: Gingerbread Houses Workshop

Holiday craftsImagination Station · Toledo

Host
Imagination Station (opens in a new tab)
Where
Imagination Station, 1 Discovery Way, Toledo, OH 43604
When
Sat December 5, Sat December 12, Sat December 19 and Sat December 26, 2026, 2 pm
Cost
Ticketed workshop; see ticket page for price
Sign-up
Required ahead of time
Confirmed
On the host’s page, checked

Imagination Station, Toledo's hands on science center on the riverfront, runs a Gingerbread Houses Workshop on four Saturdays: December 5, 12, 19 and 26, each at 2 pm. The museum describes it as a holiday favorite with a twist, where kids use their engineering skills to build their very own candy covered festive home.

The workshop is listed under the museum's Think Tank programs, and each date has its own ticket link on the events page, so plan to book ahead. The December 26 session falls during winter break, which makes it a handy outing after Christmas. Families can pair the workshop with time in the science center's exhibits on the same visit, from the riverfront museum's interactive exhibit floors.

Parent tip: Book the specific date through the events page ticket link, since each session is ticketed separately.

See dates and details from Imagination Station (opens in a new tab)

Toledo: Winter Wonderland

Santa visitFreeToledo Lucas County Public Library · Toledo

Host
Toledo Lucas County Public Library (opens in a new tab)
Where
King Road Branch Library, 3900 King Rd, Toledo, OH 43617
When
Tuesday, December 8, 2026, 4 to 6:30 pm
Cost
Free
Ages
Young Children (0 to 5), Kids (6 to 10), Teens (11 to 17)
Confirmed
On the host’s page, checked

The King Road Branch Library holds its Winter Wonderland on Tuesday, December 8, from 4 to 6:30 pm. The library promises crafts, cookies and Santa at this holiday event for all ages.

The listing welcomes young children up to age 5, kids 6 to 10 and teens 11 to 17, so the whole family can come. There is no fee and no registration. The long two and a half hour window means families can arrive after school or after work and still have plenty of time to make a craft, enjoy a treat and say hello to Santa. It is one of several Winter Wonderland events across the library system this December. Check the library calendar for the other branch dates if this one does not fit.

Parent tip: The event runs until 6:30 pm, so it fits an after work visit.

See dates and details from Toledo Lucas County Public Library (opens in a new tab)

Toledo: Gingerbread Storytime

Holiday story timeFreeToledo Lucas County Public Library · Toledo

Host
Toledo Lucas County Public Library (opens in a new tab)
Where
Washington Branch Library, 5560 Harvest Ln, Toledo, OH 43623
When
Friday, December 11, 2026, 11 am to noon
Cost
Free
Ages
Ages 2 to 5 with their grown ups
Confirmed
On the host’s page, checked

The Washington Branch Library hosts a Gingerbread Storytime on Friday, December 11, from 11 am to noon. Children ages 2 to 5 and their grown ups are invited to talk, sing, read, write and play together as the librarian shares stories, music and movement.

The hour ends with a special themed craft, so little ones go home with a gingerbread creation of their own. There is no cost and no registration is required. Storytimes like this one build early literacy skills through play, and the seasonal theme makes it a cozy December morning outing for preschoolers who are not yet in school all day. Come ready to move and sing, since music and movement are part of the hour along with the stories and the craft.

Parent tip: Plan to stay with your child; the program is designed for kids and grown ups to take part together.

See dates and details from Toledo Lucas County Public Library (opens in a new tab)

Toledo: Winter Celebration

Holiday story timeFreeToledo Lucas County Public Library · Toledo

Host
Toledo Lucas County Public Library (opens in a new tab)
Where
West Toledo Branch Library, 1320 W Sylvania Ave, Toledo, OH 43612
When
Wednesday, December 16, 2026, 4 to 5:30 pm
Cost
Free
Ages
Kids (6 to 10)
Confirmed
On the host’s page, checked

The West Toledo Branch Library throws a festive Winter Celebration on Wednesday, December 16, from 4 to 5:30 pm. The library promises holiday stories, crafts and plenty of cheer for the whole family.

The program is listed for kids ages 6 to 10, though the description welcomes families, so younger siblings can tag along. It is free, and no registration is required. With stories as part of the plan, this is a good pick for families who want a reading centered holiday outing, and the late afternoon time works after school. The branch sits on West Sylvania Avenue, an easy drive from much of north Toledo. Other branches host Handmade Holiday crafts the same week if you want a second outing.

Parent tip: Drop in after school; no sign up is required.

See dates and details from Toledo Lucas County Public Library (opens in a new tab)

Toledo: Winter Wonderland with Santa Clause

Story time with SantaFreeToledo Lucas County Public Library · Toledo

Host
Toledo Lucas County Public Library (opens in a new tab)
Where
Heatherdowns Branch Library, 3265 Glanzman Rd, Toledo, OH 43614
When
Wednesday, December 16, 2026, 6:30 to 7:30 pm
Cost
Free
Ages
All Ages
Confirmed
On the host’s page, checked

The Heatherdowns Branch Library in south Toledo hosts Winter Wonderland with Santa Claus on Wednesday, December 16, from 6:30 to 7:30 pm. The evening includes Storytime with Santa, holiday cheer and crafts.

The program is open to all ages, free and requires no registration. The evening start time makes it one of the easier library Santa events for working parents to reach, and the story time with Santa himself is a special way for young children to meet him in a calm, familiar setting. Bring a camera, and plan to stay for a craft after the story. The branch is on Glanzman Road in south Toledo, and the program lasts one hour, which suits younger children who tire quickly in the evening.

Parent tip: Arrive a few minutes early to find a seat for Santa's story.

See dates and details from Toledo Lucas County Public Library (opens in a new tab)

Christmas events for kids in Maumee

1 confirmed event for kids in Maumee, soonest first.

Maumee: Handmade Holiday Cards

Holiday craftsFreeToledo Lucas County Public Library · Maumee

Host
Toledo Lucas County Public Library (opens in a new tab)
Where
Maumee Branch Library, 501 River Rd, Maumee, OH 43537 (near Toledo)
When
Saturday, December 12, 2026, 10 to 11 am
Cost
Free
Ages
Kids (6 to 10)
Confirmed
On the host’s page, checked

The Maumee Branch Library invites kids to make Handmade Holiday Cards on Saturday, December 12, from 10 to 11 am. Children use a variety of art supplies to create a card for a special someone, whether a grandparent, teacher or friend.

The program is listed for ages 6 to 10, is free and needs no registration. A Saturday morning time slot makes it easy to fit in before other weekend plans, and handmade cards are a simple way for kids to take part in holiday giving. The Maumee Branch also hosts a Handmade Holiday craft on Tuesday, December 15, and a free holiday concert by the Maumee Community Band on December 8. The library sits on River Road near the river in Maumee.

Parent tip: Bring a list of who your child wants to make cards for so they can make more than one.

See dates and details from Toledo Lucas County Public Library (opens in a new tab)

Christmas events for kids in Oregon

1 confirmed event for kids in Oregon, soonest first.

Oregon: Handmade Holiday: Faux Gingerbread Houses

Holiday craftsFreeToledo Lucas County Public Library · Oregon

Host
Toledo Lucas County Public Library (opens in a new tab)
Where
Oregon Branch Library, 3340 Dustin Rd, Oregon, OH 43616 (near Toledo)
When
Monday, December 7, 2026, 5:30 to 6:30 pm
Cost
Free
Ages
Kids (6 to 10)
Confirmed
On the host’s page, checked

The Oregon Branch Library hosts Handmade Holiday: Faux Gingerbread Houses on Monday, December 7, from 5:30 to 6:30 pm. In the spirit of the season of giving, kids make a gift to share with someone special, and the library promises it will make the recipient grin.

The program is aimed at children ages 6 to 10, is free and does not require registration. Because the gingerbread houses are crafted rather than baked, there is no mess of icing at home, and the finished piece can be kept as a decoration. The branch runs other Handmade Holiday nights in December, including Hot Cocoa Reindeer on December 14 and Beeswax Candles on December 21. The branch is on Dustin Road in Oregon, east of the Maumee River.

Parent tip: If this date does not work, the Oregon Branch has more Handmade Holiday craft nights on December 14 and 21.

See dates and details from Toledo Lucas County Public Library (opens in a new tab)

Christmas events for kids in Perrysburg

1 confirmed event for kids in Perrysburg, soonest first.

Perrysburg: Home for the Holidays Parade and Drone Show

Holiday paradePerrysburg Area Chamber of Commerce · Perrysburg

Host
Perrysburg Area Chamber of Commerce (opens in a new tab)
Where
Downtown Perrysburg, Louisiana Ave, Perrysburg, OH 43551 (near Toledo)
When
Friday, December 4, 2026, 6 to 8 pm
Cost
No fee listed
Confirmed
On the host’s page, checked

The Perrysburg Area Chamber of Commerce hosts its Home for the Holidays celebration in Downtown Perrysburg on Friday, December 4. Festivities begin at 3 pm, and families can take photos with Santa until 5:15 pm. The celebration takes place in the historic downtown district, and the chamber lists the event under its community and holiday categories.

The Holiday Light Up Parade starts at 6 pm, and a drone show follows, with the event running until about 8 pm. Local groups can sign up to march through a form on the chamber's page, so expect lit floats and community entries. The early Santa photo window lets families with younger children see Santa in daylight, take a dinner break downtown and come back for the parade and drone show.

Parent tip: Arrive before 5:15 pm if you want Santa photos, since they end before the parade begins.

See dates and details from Perrysburg Area Chamber of Commerce (opens in a new tab)

Christmas events for kids in Sylvania

1 confirmed event for kids in Sylvania, soonest first.

Sylvania: Inclusive Holiday Crafts

Holiday craftsFreeToledo Lucas County Public Library · Sylvania

Host
Toledo Lucas County Public Library (opens in a new tab)
Where
Sylvania Branch Library, 6749 Monroe St, Sylvania, OH 43560 (near Toledo)
When
Saturday, December 5, 2026, 2 to 3 pm
Cost
Free, registration required
Ages
Kids (6 to 10), Teens (11 to 17)
Sign-up
Required ahead of time
Confirmed
On the host’s page, checked

The Sylvania Branch Library hosts Inclusive Holiday Crafts on Saturday, December 5, from 2 to 3 pm. This interactive craft hour is built for child and teen learners of various abilities. It is open to all children and teens, and activities are adapted for those with intellectual or developmental disabilities, with music, movement and reading woven in.

Low lighting is available on request. The room is on the first floor with no stairs, automatic or propped doors and low pile carpet. To request an accommodation, call Public Services at 419-259-5293 at least two weeks before the program. The event is free, and registration is required through the library's event page. The Sylvania Branch is on Monroe Street in Sylvania.

Parent tip: Register in advance, and call at least two weeks ahead if your child needs a specific accommodation.

See dates and details from Toledo Lucas County Public Library (opens in a new tab)

Looking further afield? Our Ohio Christmas events for kids guide lists every confirmed event in the state, and we have city guides for Cincinnati, Columbus, OH, Cleveland, Dayton and Akron. The national search sorts every event by distance from your town.

A story for the drive home

A morning with Santa or an evening of holiday stories tends to end the same way: tired kids, a long drive and one more book before bed. Our picture book follows Rally the corgi on his first train ride to see his grand-paw-rents, and every page is painted by hand. If your family is spending December missing someone, it was written for that too. For the car, print our free corgi and train coloring pages.

Rally Takes the Train book cover: a watercolor corgi peeking from a red train

A bedtime story after seeing SantaRally Takes the Train is a five-minute rhyming picture book about a corgi’s first train ride, hand-painted in real watercolor by Leslie Dunn. $16.99 on Amazon, ages 0 to 8.

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Toledo Christmas events for kids: questions parents ask

What Christmas events for kids are in Toledo in 2026?

We confirmed 14 Christmas events for kids in Toledo for 2026 on each host’s own page: Lights Before Christmas in Toledo (November 20), Promenade Park Tree Lighting in Toledo (November 20), Capt. Scupper's Kids Club: Create a Watercolor Christmas Card like Alex Cook in Toledo (November 28), Winter Wonderland in Toledo (December 2), Home for the Holidays Parade and Drone Show in Perrysburg (December 4), Christmas Tree Ship 2026 in Toledo (December 5), Gingerbread Houses Workshop in Toledo (December 5), Inclusive Holiday Crafts in Sylvania (December 5), Handmade Holiday: Faux Gingerbread Houses in Oregon (December 7), Winter Wonderland in Toledo (December 8), Gingerbread Storytime in Toledo (December 11), Handmade Holiday Cards in Maumee (December 12), Winter Celebration in Toledo (December 16) and Winter Wonderland with Santa Clause in Toledo (December 16). Every one is listed below with times, cost and a link to the host.

What Christmas events for kids are in Toledo, Ohio?

For families in and around Toledo, the confirmed Christmas events for kids this season are: Lights Before Christmas (Nightly, Nov 20 to Dec 31, from 3 pm, $32 adults, $29 children 2 to 11 and seniors; under 2 free; reservations required); Promenade Park Tree Lighting (Fri, Nov 20, 5 to 8 pm; tree lights at 7 pm, not stated); Capt. Scupper's Kids Club: Create a Watercolor Christmas Card like Alex Cook (Sat, Nov 28, drop in 11:30 am to 2:30 pm, included with regular museum admission); Winter Wonderland (Wed, Dec 2, 3:30 to 5 pm, free); Christmas Tree Ship 2026 (Sat, Dec 5, 1 to 4 pm, free museum admission all day); Gingerbread Houses Workshop (Saturdays, Dec 5, 12, 19 and 26, 2 pm, ticketed workshop; see ticket page for price); Winter Wonderland (Tue, Dec 8, 4 to 6:30 pm, free); Gingerbread Storytime (Fri, Dec 11, 11 am to noon, free); Winter Celebration (Wed, Dec 16, 4 to 5:30 pm, free); Winter Wonderland with Santa Clause (Wed, Dec 16, 6:30 to 7:30 pm, free). Details and the host’s link for each are in the Toledo section of this page.

What Christmas events for kids are in Maumee, Ohio?

For families in and around Maumee, the confirmed Christmas events for kids this season are: Handmade Holiday Cards (Sat, Dec 12, 10 to 11 am, free). Details and the host’s link for each are in the Maumee section of this page.

What Christmas events for kids are in Oregon, Ohio?

For families in and around Oregon, the confirmed Christmas events for kids this season are: Handmade Holiday: Faux Gingerbread Houses (Mon, Dec 7, 5:30 to 6:30 pm, free). Details and the host’s link for each are in the Oregon section of this page.

What Christmas events for kids are in Perrysburg, Ohio?

For families in and around Perrysburg, the confirmed Christmas events for kids this season are: Home for the Holidays Parade and Drone Show (Fri, Dec 4; Santa photos from 3 pm, parade at 6 pm, no fee listed). Details and the host’s link for each are in the Perrysburg section of this page.

What Christmas events for kids are in Sylvania, Ohio?

For families in and around Sylvania, the confirmed Christmas events for kids this season are: Inclusive Holiday Crafts (Sat, Dec 5, 2 to 3 pm, free, registration required). Details and the host’s link for each are in the Sylvania section of this page.

Are there free Christmas events for kids in Toledo?

Yes. 9 of the 14 events here are free: Winter Wonderland in Toledo, Christmas Tree Ship 2026 in Toledo, Inclusive Holiday Crafts in Sylvania, Handmade Holiday: Faux Gingerbread Houses in Oregon, Winter Wonderland in Toledo, Gingerbread Storytime in Toledo, Handmade Holiday Cards in Maumee, Winter Celebration in Toledo and Winter Wonderland with Santa Clause in Toledo. Some free events still ask you to register, so check each listing.

Where can kids see Santa in Toledo this December?

Santa appears at Lights Before Christmas in Toledo (November 20), Promenade Park Tree Lighting in Toledo (November 20), Winter Wonderland in Toledo (December 2), Home for the Holidays Parade and Drone Show in Perrysburg (December 4), Christmas Tree Ship 2026 in Toledo (December 5), Winter Wonderland in Toledo (December 8) and Winter Wonderland with Santa Clause in Toledo (December 16). Times and booking rules are in each event’s listing above.

Where are there Christmas story times for kids in Toledo?

Holiday story times on this page: Gingerbread Storytime in Toledo, Winter Celebration in Toledo and Winter Wonderland with Santa Clause in Toledo. Library story times are usually free; story times with a meal or show are ticketed.

Which Toledo Christmas events are best for toddlers?

These are aimed at babies, toddlers and preschoolers: Winter Wonderland in Toledo (Young Children (0 to 5), Kids (6 to 10), Teens (11 to 17)) and Gingerbread Storytime in Toledo (Ages 2 to 5 with their grown ups).

Are there kids' Christmas events in Toledo on Christmas Eve or after Christmas?

Yes: Lights Before Christmas in Toledo (through December 31) and Gingerbread Houses Workshop in Toledo (through December 26).

How much is Lights Before Christmas in Toledo?

$32 adults, $29 children 2 to 11 and seniors; under 2 free; reservations required. Lights Before Christmas is on Friday, November 20, 2026 to Thursday, December 31, 2026 (nightly; lights 3 to 8 pm Mon to Thu, 3 to 9 pm Fri to Sun), 3 pm at Toledo Zoo and Aquarium. Confirm on the host’s page before you go.

How much is Promenade Park Tree Lighting in Toledo?

Not stated. Promenade Park Tree Lighting is on Friday, November 20, 2026, 5 to 8 pm at Promenade Park. Confirm on the host’s page before you go.

How much is Capt. Scupper's Kids Club: Create a Watercolor Christmas Card like Alex Cook in Toledo?

Included with regular museum admission. Capt. Scupper's Kids Club: Create a Watercolor Christmas Card like Alex Cook is on Saturday, November 28, 2026, 11:30 am to 2:30 pm at National Museum of the Great Lakes. Confirm on the host’s page before you go.

How much is Winter Wonderland in Toledo?

Free. Winter Wonderland is on Wednesday, December 2, 2026, 3:30 to 5 pm at Point Place Branch Library. Confirm on the host’s page before you go.

How much is Home for the Holidays Parade and Drone Show in Perrysburg?

No fee listed. Home for the Holidays Parade and Drone Show is on Friday, December 4, 2026, 6 to 8 pm at Downtown Perrysburg. Confirm on the host’s page before you go.

How much is Christmas Tree Ship 2026 in Toledo?

Free museum admission all day. Christmas Tree Ship 2026 is on Saturday, December 5, 2026, 1 to 4 pm at National Museum of the Great Lakes. Confirm on the host’s page before you go.

How much is Gingerbread Houses Workshop in Toledo?

Ticketed workshop; see ticket page for price. Gingerbread Houses Workshop is on Sat December 5, Sat December 12, Sat December 19 and Sat December 26, 2026, 2 pm at Imagination Station. Confirm on the host’s page before you go.

How much is Inclusive Holiday Crafts in Sylvania?

Free, registration required. Inclusive Holiday Crafts is on Saturday, December 5, 2026, 2 to 3 pm at Sylvania Branch Library. Confirm on the host’s page before you go.

How much is Handmade Holiday: Faux Gingerbread Houses in Oregon?

Free. Handmade Holiday: Faux Gingerbread Houses is on Monday, December 7, 2026, 5:30 to 6:30 pm at Oregon Branch Library. Confirm on the host’s page before you go.

How much is Winter Wonderland in Toledo?

Free. Winter Wonderland is on Tuesday, December 8, 2026, 4 to 6:30 pm at King Road Branch Library. Confirm on the host’s page before you go.

How much is Gingerbread Storytime in Toledo?

Free. Gingerbread Storytime is on Friday, December 11, 2026, 11 am to noon at Washington Branch Library. Confirm on the host’s page before you go.

How much is Handmade Holiday Cards in Maumee?

Free. Handmade Holiday Cards is on Saturday, December 12, 2026, 10 to 11 am at Maumee Branch Library. Confirm on the host’s page before you go.

How much is Winter Celebration in Toledo?

Free. Winter Celebration is on Wednesday, December 16, 2026, 4 to 5:30 pm at West Toledo Branch Library. Confirm on the host’s page before you go.

How much is Winter Wonderland with Santa Clause in Toledo?

Free. Winter Wonderland with Santa Clause is on Wednesday, December 16, 2026, 6:30 to 7:30 pm at Heatherdowns Branch Library. Confirm on the host’s page before you go.

Are there Christmas train rides for kids in Toledo?

Yes, but they have their own guide. Santa trains and holiday train rides are listed in our Toledo Christmas train rides guide, so this page sticks to story times, Santa visits and other events off the rails.

How do you confirm these events?

We list an event only after we find this season’s date on the host’s own website or an official city or tourism calendar. We last checked every listing on November 2, 2026. Hosts change details, so always confirm on the host’s page before you go.

Event names belong to their hosts. Rally Takes the Train is a family picture book and is not affiliated with, sponsored by or endorsed by any host listed here. Confirm dates, times and prices on each host’s own site before you go.

Kelsey Cecil
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