Christmas Things to Do in Ohio: Land of Illusion Christmas Glow
It’s now December and the holiday season is in full swing- so of course you’re looking for Christmas things to do in Ohio! While we may not have a ton of Christmas Markets like in Europe, I feel that Ohio does a really great job at Christmas Lights and general celebrations during the holiday season. So if you’re looking for Christmas activities to do in Ohio, I’ve got the perfect option for you: Land of Illusion’s Christmas Glow!
Land of Illusion hours + Tickets:
Let’s get the basics of this Ohio Christmas activity out of the way. Land of Illusion is conveniently located between Dayton and Cincinnati, Ohio. So it’s the perfect Christmas activity for anyone in Southwestern Ohio! They’re open now through December 30th (starting on December 5th, Land of Illusion’s Christmas Glow is open seven days a week from 6 PM to 10 PM). They’ll be closed on Christmas Day, and will be Drive-Thru only from December 26-30th. As far as ticket prices go, from Sunday-Thursday it’s $12 per person. Tickers are $15 per person on Friday and Saturday nights. You can buy tickets there or book your visit in advance here!
25 Reasons To Visit
Now it’s time to get into the fun stuff! Land of Illusion Christmas Glow is Southwest Ohio’s largest Christmas lights drive-thru. So what else makes this amazing must-do Christmas activity so worth it? Here’s 25 reasons you should visit Land of Illusion’s Christmas Glow this holiday season, straight from Land of Illusion themselves!:
Santa’s in his workshop, ready to make each visit special for your family. Don’t miss the magic!
Warm, gooey donuts from Mrs. Claus’s Snack Shack – perfect for a sweet holiday treat!
Capture the season with a picture-perfect moment in front of our massive Christmas tree!
Drive through a wonderland of 8 magical scenes, from Candyland to Toyland, honoring our military heroes.
Let your little ones hop on their very own Polar Express train ride, or maybe they’ll get to ride Rudolph!
Feed and pet adorable Highland cows, Pygmy goats, and more at our holiday petting zoo!
Meet the Grinch every Friday through Sunday, and don’t forget to see Bluey Monday through Thursday!
Cozy up by a warm fire with a cup of hot cocoa – holiday spirit at its finest!
How many Rudolphs can you spot on your drive-through adventure? It’s fun for the whole family!
Make your visit even more memorable with personalized ornaments for your tree!
For adults, our festive holiday drinks in the Elf’s Lounge will keep you in good spirits (21+ only)!
Enjoy live caroling performances by local schools every Saturday, spreading Christmas cheer!
Fudge, Buckeyes, and all the classic holiday sweets are waiting at the Sweet Shack!
Help Dash the Elf save Christmas in our wild VR ride adventure!
Grab a photo with our friendly polar bears – the perfect picture op for your holiday scrapbook!
See how other cultures celebrate Christmas in this drive-through world tour – no passport required!
Jam along to your favorite holiday hits with our singing penguins and reindeer!
Grab a slice of Cassano’s pizza or other tasty bites while you enjoy the festivities!
Need holiday gifts? Check out the coolest and most unique items in our one-of-a-kind Christmas shop!
Meet Rudolph, Comet, the Gingerbread Man, and more! Perfect for kids and holiday photos.
Let your little ones create their very own holiday keepsake at our Build-a-Bear station!
Yes, we’re bragging! Our clean, warm restrooms are a must-see (trust us).
Tickets start at just $12 per person – a great value for an unforgettable Christmas village experience!
Stop by for glazed pecans and cashews – the perfect warm and tasty snack!
This is what it’s all about – bringing families closer together, making memories, and cherishing the season.My New Favorite Christmas Activity in Ohio
My family, fiance and I all went to Land of Illusion for the opening weekend of Christmas Glow, and we all loved it! Our favorite part was the beginning: a 2 mile long Christmas Around the World drive-thru light show. You’ll go through a beautiful enchanted forest, see some of the world’s most iconic landmarks, and more incredibly beautiful Christmas scenes. There are over 3.8 MILLION lights in this light show- it’s very impressive and certainly one of the best ones I’ve ever seen!
Once we arrived in the park, we headed straight to one of the cozy fire pits and enjoyed the twinkling lights while the Polar Express played on a big screen. Then, we headed into Mrs. Claus’s Snack Shack for some fresh, hot mini donuts. They topped them off with a warm vanilla glaze, hot fudge, and sprinkles; we were obsessed with these festive treats!
While walking around the Christmas village, we stumbled upon polar bears, Rudolph, the Grinch, and more festive characters and took some family holiday pictures with the lights. We also headed over to Whoville, where you’ll be able to build-your-own stuffed animal AND write a letter to Santa! We definitely took advantage of this with our Christmas wish lists.
A Christmas Must-Do in Ohio
Overall, my family and I had a blast at Land of Illusion and their Christmas Glow! From beautiful Christmas Lights to warm sugary treats and cozy fire pits, you can’t go wrong with this Christmas activity. I highly recommend going to Land of Illusion during any season honestly- you can read here about what they have to offer in the Fall if you want to learn more! Will you be going to Land of Illusion this holiday season? Let me know- and also tell me what your favorite Christmas activities are!
