Santa at The Lazarus Building in Downtown Columbus

If you grew up in Columbus, you probably remember visiting Santa at The Lazarus Building.

He’s coming back in 2024 as one of the most anticipated events for Christmas in Downtown Columbus!

Santa at the Lazarus Building

The free Santa Extravaganza at Lazarus is Saturday, December 7, 2024 from 4-7 pm.

Take photos with Santa in the original sleigh from the former Lazarus building! There will also be holiday activities for the whole family including arts and crafts, facepainting, letters to Santa, Secret Santa shopping and more. 

This is a popular event, so expect crowds!

Head to Columbus Commons for free carousel rides, hot chocolate, holiday music and more. Holiday lights come on in the park at 5 pm.

50 W Town Street, Columbus, OH 43215

The DAY of Holiday fun in Columbus

Saturday, December 7, 2024 – all day at various locations

SO much holiday fun is happening in Downtown Columbus on Saturday, December 7! From shopping at small businesses, trolley tours, photo ops with Santa, hot boozy beverages and more, this is the Holi-DAY you won’t want to miss Downtown.

Read more about these fun events below!

Winter Fest at Dorrian Green (11 am – 4 pm) 
Discovery District Trolley Hop (1-6 pm)
Short North Galley Hop  (1-8 pm)
CSO Holiday Pops at the Ohio Theatre (3 pm) 
Holiday Extravaganza at the Lazarus Building (4-7 pm) 
Santa and festivities at Columbus Commons (4-9 pm)
Common Thread Holiday Shopping (3-9 pm) 
Yuletide on Gay (3-8 pm)

Christmas in Downtown Columbus features Wanderlights, Santa, and entertainment in 2024

Find more upcoming holiday fun!

Find upcoming holiday events!