When: Fri Dec 4, 2026 — Tree Lighting 5:30–5:45 PM, Holiday Festival 5:45–7:30 PM
Where: The Ohio Statehouse, 1 Capitol Square, Columbus, OH 43215 (Atrium)
Cost: FREE and open to the public; affordable parking in the Statehouse underground garage.
More info: ohiostatehouse.org/calendar/event?id=1548
The Statehouse kicks off the holidays with its annual Holiday Festival and Tree Lighting — tree lighting with Santa and Mrs. Claus in the Atrium, complimentary cookies, pictures with Santa, performances by OhioDance, mascots, activity tables, and craft tables from state agencies. A free downtown family-friendly night to start the Christmas season.