Let It Glow! Crocker Park Lights Up the Holidays

Let It Glow! Crocker Park Lights Up the Holidays with Santa and a Sparkling Tree Lighting Celebration!

Join the fun November 22 as Crocker Park kicks off the holiday season with live entertainment, festive activities, and the arrival of Santa Claus.

Crocker Park, Northeast Ohio’s premier destination for shopping, dining, and entertainment, is thrilled to announce the start of the holiday season with a festive lineup of family-friendly events and activities. Here’s what to expect at Crocker Park’s Annual Tree Lighting – Let it Glow

• Presented by Rainbow Restoration with support from L.LBean, Royce-U.S. Protection Service and Cleveland’s Star 102,
• Live Entertainment All Evening! Enjoy high-energy performances by RealPopFusion, Near West Theatre, Northeast Ohio Creatives, Caliber Dance Studios, and more local talent lighting up the stage.
• Shop, Play & Explore – Stroll through our local vendor market featuring small business shopping, games, giveaways, and fun for all ages.
• Free Family Fun – Kids can enjoy face painting and balloon twisting—complimentary for all party guests!
• Tasty Eats on the Street – Grab a bite (or two!) from your favorite food trucks, including Birdies, bRaised in the CLE, Cousins Maine Lobster, Cleveland Cookie Dough Co., FranksNShakes, Funnel Cakes, My Mini Me Donuts, and Original Steaks and Hoagies.
• Santa’s Grand Arrival – 6:00 PM – Watch as Santa Claus makes his big entrance, lights our 50-ft tree, and leads a joyful community sing-along to kick off the holiday season!

Seasonal Attractions & Events

The holiday fun lasts all season long with a variety of attractions and events designed to create lasting memories starting November 22:

• Crocker Park Tree Lighting – Let it Glow presented by Rainbow Restoration
• Photos with Santa presented by Stack Heating, Cooling, Plumbing and Electric
• Santa’s Sleigh presented by Circle K
• Santa Village & Play Zone
• Christmas Tree Light Shows
• Holiday Express Train
• Walk Through Ornament presented by Cuyahoga Community College (Tri-C®)
• Holiday Street Lights presented by Westland Heating, Air Conditioning & Plumbing:
• Snowflake Garden
• Crocker Park Marquee
• Crocker Park Ice Festival: January 30 – February 1

Holiday Shopping & Dining

Crocker Park is your go-to destination for holiday shopping, offering an unmatched experience with over 100 stores — from beloved national brands to charming local boutiques. Whether you’re hunting for the perfect gift or treating yourself to something special, you’ll find everything you need in one festive, beautifully decorated location. Dining options abound, whether you’re looking for a cozy sit-down meal or a quick bite between shopping stops. From comfort food to festive flavors, Crocker Park’s restaurants cater to every taste. “There’s truly nothing like the holidays at Crocker Park,” said Stacie Schmidt, VP of Marketing for Stark Enterprises. “From the moment Santa arrives, and the tree lights up, the entire property transforms into a winter wonderland filled with joy, wonder, and unforgettable experiences. This year’s lineup is bigger and better than ever — it’s the coolest holiday destination to shop, dine and play, and we can’t wait to celebrate the season with our community!” For more information on holiday events and hours, visit www.crockerpark.com/treelighting