Crocker Park Announces Holiday Event Schedule

WESTLAKE, OH — Crocker Park announced its 2021 holiday schedule this week.

The final fall event will be Crocker Park's Halloween Tricks & Treats on Oct. 30.

The holiday season will then kick-off Nov. 20 with a day of holiday activities starting at noon. The day will conclude with a tree lighting ceremony at 7 p.m., featuring The Toy Soldier and Santa Claus.

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Here's a list of planned holiday events coming up soon:

• Tree Lighting featuring The Toy Solider on Nov. 20 — The Toy Soldier makes his first appearance at Crocker Park. He'll join Santa Claus as they help light Crocker Park's 50 foot tree. There will also a musical performance at 5:45 p.m. featuring Hayden Grove.
• 50 Foot Tree Nightly Light Show — Between Nov. 20 and Jan. 2, Crocker Park will host daily choreographed light shows. The events will start at 4:30 p.m. and continue through 9 p.m.
• Santa's Village — Open Nov. 20 through Dec. 24 — This year's village will be located next to The Cheesecake Factory. Guests can get photos with Santa. Pets can be photographed with Santa on Dec. 5 and Dec. 12, from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. The Toy Soldier will be available for photos 12:30 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. on Sundays from Nov. 28 through Dec. 19. There will also be opportunities for free photos with Santa's sleigh.
• Holiday Market Pop-Up Shops — Nov. 20 through Dec. 24 — Local vendors will sell goods at Santa's Village.
• Express Train — Nov. 20 through Dec. 24 — Guests can ride Crocker Park's express train around the grounds to see all the holiday experiences on offer. Tickets can be purchased inside Santa’s Village near The Cheesecake Factory for $4 per person. Express Train pickup and drop off will be located just outside along Crocker Park Blvd.
• Polar X Ornaments & Gifts — Nov. 20 through Dec. 24 — Guests can create a personalized ornament for families and friends.
• The Toy Soldier — Performances begin Dec. 8
  • Mini-preview shows will start Nov. 28 and continue through Dec. 19.
  • A brunch with the Toy Soldier will be held at Burntwood Tavern at 9 a.m. on Dec. 5.
• Snowflake Garden — Nov. 20 through Jan. 2
  • Walk through a winter wonderland of lights and mistletoes and view snowflakes decorated by residents of Devon Oaks Assisted Living. Located on the West Park Lawn across from Apple.
• Ice-Skating Rink — Nov. 20 through Feb. 21
• This year's rink will be in Union Square, near Regal Cinemas.
• Tickets are $12 per person.
• Walkthrough Ornament — Nov. 20 through Jan. 2
  • Get a selfie with a lifesize holiday ornament
• Holiday street lights — Nov. 20 through Jan. 2
• Crocker Park will be decorated for the season, particularly Main Street.
• Black Friday — Nov. 26
  • Food trucks will offer shoppers breakfast and lunch.