Holiday Activities in Worthington
There’s plenty happening in Worthington throughout the holiday season, from shopping to special events, markets to open houses. Get a look at all the holiday activities in Worthington!
[Update 11/16/21]
Zaftig Crafts and Craft Beer | Saturday, Nov. 20
The Arts Council of Westerville and Zaftig Brewing are teaming up to help you kick off the holiday season in style. They’re welcoming kids of all ages to join us Saturday, Nov. 20 from 1-5 p.m. to decorate ornaments FOR FREE in their backroom event space. The day will also include a food truck from 1-4 p.m., live music from 2-4, and Zaftig’s I Believe in Santa Holiday Porter will be on tap, too. One dollar from every full pour goes directly to The Arts Council of Westerville. Keep an eye on their Facebook event.
HTH Farm Market Holiday Craft Market | Sunday, Nov. 21
Hope Thru Housing hosts its annual Holiday Craft Market featuring small Ohio businesses. Shop small for your holiday gifts at their location at 7082 Huntley Rd. Stay tuned for updates on vendors and their beautiful items! Find out more at their Facebook event here.
Random Precision’s Barrels & Brushes | Friday, Nov. 26
Random Precision Brewing Company gives you the option to paint one of four winter holiday options during this Barrels & Brushes event. Pop culture? Go with the Charlie Brown tree or the Grinch theme. More traditional? Christmas tree or red barn. Their house artist Zach will walk you through the process, so whether you're a seasoned artist or never picked up a brush before, you're sure to be excited and proud of your art. Admission fee overs all supplies and your first beer or glass of wine. Register for the event here.
Holiday Open House | Sunday, Nov. 28
The annual Holiday Open House is always the Sunday after Thanksgiving; this year it lands on Nov. 28 from noon till 5:00 p.m. Bring the family to enjoy the sights and sounds of the holiday season, including horse-drawn carriage rides, live music, and a photo opportunity with Santa. Local retailers will be offering special promotions and sidewalk sales. After the Open House, gather on the southeast Village Green for the Christmas tree lighting at 5:30 p.m.
High Road Gallery Open House | Sunday, Nov. 28
During the Holiday Open House, High Road Gallery & Studios will also host an open house from 3-5:30 p.m., with a visit from Mrs. Claus, festive refreshments, and shopping for unique holiday gifts for any budget from their 12 resident artists + some guest artists. Their "artist ornament tree" will get you in the holiday spirit. More details at their Facebook event.
Shop With Hops | Wednesday, Dec. 1
Random Precision helps you start your holiday shopping off right by supporting local, women-owned small businesses. There are two shopping windows to fit your schedule – 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. and 5-8 p.m. Shopping includes a complimentary Experience Station by Rush Image Concepts and a Capture Corner featuring Project Joy Photography. See a full list of vendors and activities on their Facebook event here.
Pizazz Holiday Craft Show | Sunday, Dec. 5
Pizazz Gift Shop in the Shops at Worthington Place hosts their annual Holiday Craft Show on Sunday, December 5, from 11-4! In addition to Pizazz members, guest artists will be set up throughout the mall. Inside Pizazz they'll have refreshments and drawings for prizes. For more details, follow Pizazz on Facebook.
Illuminated Shopping | Wednesday, Dec. 8
The annual tradition of Illuminated Shopping returns to Old Worthington! Amid festive luminaries lining High Street, local retailers will be open late to offer special sales from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. Enjoy an evening with family and friends for dinner, drinks, shopping and live holiday music in historic Old Worthington.
Lisa Ferraro: Jazz Up The Holidays | Wednesday, Dec. 8
The McConnell Arts Center hosts Billboard-charting jazz vocalist Lisa Ferraro as she serves up the holiday classics in swinging style. With arrangements by Grammy winning composer and arranger Mike Tomaro who also plays woodwinds. A stellar band of Jazz luminaries featuring the amazing Max Leake, Kurt Lorence, Bob Matchett, David Glover, and JD Chaison is sure to lift your spirits and ring in the season of Light, Peace and Love. Get tickets here.
Mad, Mad Men Swingin’ Holiday Show | Dec. 9-11
The holiday tradition at the McConnell Arts Center returns! Mad, Mad Men will grace the Bronwynn Theatre stage once again for three shows in December, playing hits from the great American song book as well as Holiday favorites from the early 1960s. All shows are at 7:30 p.m., with a pre-show cocktail hour at 6:30. Get your tickets here.
A Fairy Tale Christmas Carol | Dec. 17-19
The Worthington Community Theatre performs a fantastical take on Dickens’ classic story at the McConnell Arts Center. More details coming soon.