Crocker Park Hosts Annual Tree Lighting with Santa

Oct 23, 2024

Crocker Park Hosts Annual Tree Lighting with Santa and Kicks Off Holiday Season & Attractions

Crocker Park, Northeast Ohio’s premier destination for shopping, dining, and entertainment, is delighted to announce the start of the holiday season with an exciting lineup of family-friendly events and activities. The Annual Tree Lighting, presented by ERIEBANK with support from: North Olmsted Chrysler, Jeep, Dodge, Ram, Merrill Lynch of Westlake, Royce US Protective Services, Ohio Basement Authority and Cleveland’s Star 102, will kick off on Saturday, November 23, starting with a festive Block Party at 4:00 PM and culminating with the highly anticipated Tree Lighting Ceremony at 7:00 PM. Starting at 4:00 PM, visitors are invited to enjoy live music from Joe Bell and the Swing Lizards, meet and get photos with some fun characters, and grab some festive treats. Following at 7:00 PM, join Jen & Tim from Cleveland’s Star 102 and prepare to be amazed by Magic Mike Productions and an appearance by Santa Claus himself at the center of Crocker Park, where a stunning 50-foot holiday tree will light up that night. With thousands of twinkling lights, the Tree Lighting Ceremony will officially mark the beginning of Crocker Park’s holiday magic.

Holiday Shopping & Dining

Shoppers can indulge in a holiday shopping experience like no other. Crocker Park features over 100 stores, from popular brands to unique boutiques, offering the perfect place to find gifts for everyone on your list. Extended holiday hours ensure plenty of time to explore beautifully decorated streets and take advantage of seasonal sales and promotions.

For food lovers, Crocker Park offers an array of dining options. Whether you’re seeking a cozy meal with family or a quick bite between shopping trips, the restaurants at Crocker Park will satisfy every taste, from comfort foods to festive holiday flavors.

Seasonal Attractions & Events

The fun doesn’t stop after the tree is lit! Throughout the holiday season, Crocker Park will host a variety of attractions and events that promise to create lasting memories, including:

Tree Lighting presented by ERIEBANK: November 23, Block Party from 4-8 PM, Tree Lighting at 7 PM
Santa’s House (Photos with Santa) presented by Stack Heating, Cooling, Plumbing and Electric: November 23 – December 24
Santa’s Sleigh presented by Lake Ridge Academy: November 23 – December 24
Holiday Express Train presented by Serpentini of Westlake: November 24 – January 5
Crocker Park Play Zone presented by Cleveland Monsters and Winterhurst Ice Arena, where you can purchase gift cards and let the kids enjoy a sock slide and play while you warm up: November 23-January 5
Christmas Tree Light Shows presented by MOEN | Fortune Brand Innovations: November 23 – January 5
Holiday Street Lights presented by Westland Heating, Air Conditioning & Plumbing: November 23- January 26
Snowflake Garden: November 23 – January 26
Walk Through Ornament presented by Cuyahoga Community College (Tri-C®): November 23 – January 5
Crocker Park Marquee: November 18 – January 26
Crocker Park Ice Festival presented by Westland Heating, Air Conditioning & Plumbing: January 24-26, 2025

Additional Holiday Events:

Run Santa Run 5K: December 23 at 292 Main Street; Across from World Market, 9 AM
Resolution Run 5K: January 4 at 292 Main Street; Across from World Market, 9 AM

“We are excited to welcome the community to celebrate the magic of the season at Crocker Park,” said Stacie Schmidt, VP of Marketing for Stark Enterprises. “With a variety of attractions, shopping, dining, and entertainment options, Crocker Park is the perfect place to create joyful holiday memories.”

For more information on holiday events and hours, visit crockerpark.com/treelighting