Dublin’s Christmas Tree Lighting, Downtown Holiday fun, and Elves Scavenger Hunt

Dublin, Ohio has so much fun planned for the 2024 holiday season. It kicks off with the Annual Tree Lighting on December 5, 2024 and continues through December!

Plus, downtown Dublin and Bridge Park are SO PRETTY during the holidays!

City of Dublin Christmas Tree Lighting

The Dublin Christmas Tree Lighting is Thursday, December 5, 2024, in Coffman Park, located at 5600 Post Rd. See details here.

The City of Dublin invites all to enjoy seasonal activities and entertainment, including letters to Santa, crafts, holiday stilt walkers, ice sculpting, trackless train, and character appearance. There will also be food available for purchase. 

Parking for the Tree Lighting

Free event parking is available in Coffman Park, Dublin Community Recreation Center (5600 Post Road) and the Southwest Field (6670 Commerce Parkway).

During the event, visitors to the Dublin Community Recreation Center will need to enter from Post Road or Downpatrick, off Tara Hill. The portion of Coffman Park Drive in front of Coffman Park Pavilion will be closed for the event.

More Dublin holiday spirit…

12 Days of Bridge Park

Thursdays-Sundays, December 5-22, 2024

Bridge Park is in the holiday spirit for its return of “12 Days of Bridge Park”. Every Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday, visitors can have “not so silent nights” with new and exciting holiday-inspired events each day. Find full schedule here!

Holiday Happenings, Santa, and Shopping at Dublin Bridge Park

Ice Skating Rink at Riverside Crossing

Dublin Ice Rink at Riverside Crossing, 6635 Riverside Dr.
Open Friday-Sunday, starting Thursday, November 21, 2024. Cooling system allows rink to be used in temperatures up to 60 degrees.

Admission is $12 and includes skate rental. Guests can bring their own ice skates, but admission is still $10. Always check the City of Dublin website to ensure the rink is open or to verify hours.

Photo by Robb McCormick Photography www.robbmccormick.com ©2022 via Visit Dublin

Run Santa Run 5k

Saturday, December 14, 2024 at 9 am 

The Run Santa Run 5K will be held in Historic Dublin. The race is for all ages; dress in your festival Christmas gear!

Register today: https://www.runsanta5k.com 

Wreaths Across America – Dublin Cemetery

Saturday, December 14, 2024 at 10:30 am. 

Please join us at the Annual Wreaths Across America Dublin Cemetery. We will be placing wreaths on all of the veterans grave sites that have served this great country.

Lunch with Santa at North High Brewing

Saturday, December 14, 2024 from 11 am – 1 pm
North High Brewing – Dublin, 56 North High Street 
Get ready to feast on delicious brunch favorites while hanging out with the big man himself, Santa Claus! Bring the whole family for a fun-filled morning of food, drinks, and holiday cheer. Don’t forget to snap a picture with Santa to capture the memories. See Eventbrite.

Fill A Cruiser Holiday Toy Drive at Dublin Police Dept

December 14, 2024 from 10 am – 1 pm

The Dublin Police Department hosts the 5th annual “Fill A Cruiser” event to collect donated toys for local kids. This is in partnership with the Get Behind The Badge initiative aimed at supporting families of first responders in need.

Drop off unwrapped gifts at the Dublin Justice Center. There will be a drive-thru area outside the Justice Center so people can make their donations from their vehicle.

To help represent all age groups, please consider donating presents for children in two age categories: newborn to 10 years old, and 11 to 17 years old. Gift cards are also accepted and can make an enjoyable gift for young adults. 

photo: Visit Dublin

Santa at the Toy Store

Sunday, December 22, 2024 at 3 pm.

Visit with Santa Claus in a “real” toy store! Kids can share their holiday wishes and capture the moment with a memorable photo. Details.

Dublin Toy Emporium, 28 N High St, Dublin, OH 43017

12 Elves of Dublin Scavenger Hunt

December 2 – December 23, 2024. Pick up your 12 elves card at one of the participating downtown locations, and then search through the shops of Historic Dublin to find the 12 Elves of Dublin.

When your kiddo finds the elf at each stop, have the entry card signed. Collect them all and return your completed card by December 23 to one of the retailers to be entered in the Grand Prize drawing.

Holiday Happenings, Santa, and Shopping at Dublin Bridge Park

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Holly Days in Dublin

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Come to Historic Dublin for Free Family Fun, Holiday Cheer and Live Entertainment during Holly Days in Dublin.

Shop -Dine and Be Merry in December Every weekend will also feature music, raffle prizes, and more! See details on website. 

Monday, December 4: 11 a.m. – 5 p.m. 12 Elves of Dublin begins! 
Saturday, December 9: 11 a.m. – 12 p.m. Groovin’ with the Grinch, 6 p.m. – 9 p.m. Ugly Sweater Crawl
Saturday, December 16: 10 a.m. – 12 p.m. Brunch with Santa, 10:30 a.m. Wreaths Across America   
Saturday, December 23: 2 p.m. – 4 p.m. Visit Santa and Mrs. Claus