Santa arrives and the community Christmas tree lights up
By Chuck Gibson
LOVELAND, OH (November 30, 2022) – It’s Christmas Time in our city. Loveland swings into the full spirit of the Christmas Holiday this Saturday, December 3.
Santa & Mrs. Claus – the main attraction at Santa Land (Chuck Gibson File photo)
The spirit of the season comes to life with the traditional arrival of Santa Claus at Loveland Santa Land from 11a.m.-4p.m. with fun for kids of all ages. Then, from 4-10 p.m., the 2nd Annual Lighting of the Community Christmas tree will continue to awaken the spirit of the season revealing sparkling lights all around Loveland. Many holiday events will keep good Christmas cheer alive all the way through to the traditional Christmas in Loveland celebration just a week before Christmas on Saturday, December 17.
Here’s a quick look into Christmastime in our city:
Loveland Santa Land –
- Saturday, December 3, 11a.m.- 4 p.m.
- 368 Loveland-Madeira Rd in the Loveland Plaza
- Santa House w/Santa and Mrs. Claus
- Christmas Train
- Balloon Elves
- Caricature Artist
- Face painting
- Alpine Slide
- Refreshments
Christmas Tree Lighting Festival
- Saturday, December 3, 4 – 8 p.m
- Jackson Street Market (on the trail)
- Family Activities – Holiday Market
- Live Entertainment – Photo op spots
- Holiday Character meet & greet
- Holiday treats – Food trucks
- 7 p.m. Tree lighting and Caroling
- NOTE: Mayor Bailey lights the tree w/TV personality Randi Rico
Jingle Mingle Sip & Shop at Brown’s Crossing
Friday, December 9, 5-8 p.m.
Jackson Street Market shops feature shopping specials
Alley Boutique
Haven Gray
Trailside Provisions
Blume Home
Spirit of the Season
- Presented by Loveland Show Choirs
- Saturday, December 10, 5 p.m. & 7:30 p.m performances
- Loveland High School Auditorium
- Show Choirs:
- Revolution
- Allure
- By Request
- A Capella
- Vocal Ensemble
- Chorale
- Tickets $5
- Purchase online at: www.lovelandshowchoirs.org
Giving Trees & Holiday Open House: Loveland Art Studios
- Saturday, December 10, 6-9:30 p.m.
- Loveland Art Studios on Main – 539 Main St. Loveland, OH 45140
- Silent Auction of very creative unique Giving Trees designed by area artists
- Browse and bid on trees M-F, 11 am-4 pm November 28th-December 9th
- Over 25 artist studios open for viewing
- Live Music: Slice of Orange 7p.m.
- Refreshments & appetizers for tasting
- Proceeds from auction benefit LIFE Food Pantry
- More info at: www.studiosonmain.com
A Visit with Santa Claus
- Saturday, December 17,
- B.F. Realty: Brittney Frietch Team – 102 Karl Brown Way
- Santa Claus visits with the children
- Photos with Santa
- Santa’s sleigh
3rd Annual Sip & Shop: The Holiday Edition
- Sunday, December 11, 11a.m.-4p.m.
- Landing Event Center – 119 Karl Brown Way
- Presented by Lemon & Limes Boutique
- Boutique Shopping Event
- Featuring boutiques from all around Greater Cincinnati
- Limited vendor space remaining: www.landingeventcenter.com
Breakfast with Santa: Landing Event Center
- Saturday, December 17, 10:30 a.m-12:00 p.m. (Noon)
- Landing Event Center – 119 Karl Brown Way
- Visit with Santa Claus
- Hot breakfast served
- Coffee and Hot Chocolate station
- Reserve your spot now: www.landingeventcenter.com
Christmas in Loveland
- Saturday, December 17, 4-8 p.m.
- All around Historic Downtown Loveland
- Carriage rides, Train ride, Trolley ride
- Complimentary Tastings & Holiday beverages
- Christmas show at Loveland Stage Company
- Live Nativity – Santa’s Wonderland
- Caroling & Holiday entertainment on stage
- Victorian Christmas at Loveland Museum Center
- Free to all with Free shuttle from parking at Shoppers Haven
- All you need to know at: www.lmrchamberalliance.org
