Holidays In Uptown
Deck the Halls for the Season.
From twinkling lights to festive events, Uptown Westerville is the place to celebrate, shop, and make memories this season.
November 29 -
December 19, 2026
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Celebrate the Season in Uptown
Holidays in Uptown bring our community together with festive traditions, beloved events, and unique local experiences all season long. There’s something for everyone to enjoy!
Holiday Season Events
Check out these holiday events and many more in our Uptown Calendar!
November 29
Small Business Saturday
Many Uptown shops open under their extended holiday hours for the national event.
November 30
Small Business Sunday
A local expansion of the event by Uptown Westerville, Inc. Grab a free Holidays in Uptown tote (while supplies last) and check out the Gingerbread Obstacle Course and Snowman Bounce House at State and Home streets, from noon-3PM
December 1-8
Snowflake Castle at Everal Barn
Two times daily.
December 2, 4, 6
Christmas Open House at Hanby House
December 5
City Tree Lighting Ceremony and Parade of Lights
6:30 PM - 8:00 PM
December 6
Return of the Westerville Christmas Parade
Staged by Good For Westerville. From St. Paul's Church to Walnut Street, 10 AM Pictures with Santa after the parade at COhatch, 240 S. State St.
December 6
Santa & Mrs. Claus
at Howard Hanna/The McCurdy Team, 42 N. State St.
December 7, 14, & 21
Good Medicine Productions presents Uptown Scrooge Abridged
Three performances each Sunday.
December 7
Westerville Lion's Club 5K Rudolph Run/Walk and Winter Fest
1:30 PM - 4:30 PM at the Westerville Sports Complex.
December 7
Handel's Messiah Sing-A-Long
7:00 PM Join the Westerville Symphony at the second annual Messiah sing-a-long at St. Paul Church, 313 N. State St.
December 12
Progressive Christmas Concert
for Habitat at local churches, 5-9 p.m.
December 14
Ugly Sweater Snack and Stroll
Noon to 4:00 PM
December 19
WUMA Ice Sculpture Tour
Sculptures outside 30 historical Uptown buildings to be in place by 6:00 PM - Self-guided tour continues until they melt!
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Join us is Uptown Westerville and experience the magic of the season – together!