Walk Through A Winter Wonderland Of Lights This Holiday Season At Light Up Lakewood Near Cleveland
By Nikki Rhoades|Published November 23, 2022
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Nikki Rhoades
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Nikki is a lifelong Ohioan with a love for literature. She holds a Bachelor's Degree from the University of Akron and has enjoyed publishing her written work since 2007. She has a love of travel and does so frequently, though she believes that home is where the heart is — she continues to work in and around Cleveland as a digital content specialist to this day, working on everything from commercial scripts and social media posts to grassroots marketing initiatives.
The best way to spread Christmas cheer may be singing loud for all to hear, but a massive holiday lights display certainly doesn’t hurt. Each year, Light Up Lakewood dazzles Greater Cleveland natives with beautiful displays, festivities, and a seemingly endless supply of cheer. Bundle up, because you’ll want to check out this cheerful annual event!
Lakewood is a scenic suburban city whose shore is actually visible from Downtown Cleveland.
As one of Cleveland's early suburbs, this historic community is full of old-school charm. It's home to over 50,000 people, and this population loves to celebrate.
As winter sets its sights on the city, Lakewood becomes both frosty and festive.
This annual event is Light Up Lakewood, organized by LakewoodAlive. This massive holiday celebration is coveted by Lakewood residents and Greater Clevelanders alike, and it's always oodles of fun.
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For more than a decade and a half, Light Up Lakewood has infused the community with endless cheer.
Expect music, food trucks, caroling, and fun from local businesses. You might even decide to get colorful and dress up... and if you do, you'll fit right in!
This year's Roundstone Beer Garden opens to visitors right as the festival kicks off at 4 p.m. and continues with the merrymaking until 7:45. While beer may make you feel warm, remember to bundle up... and, as you can see, Ralphie-inspired pink bunny suits are an appropriate option.
...and the whole family will love climbing aboard the holiday train.
The parade, which heads westbound down Detroit Avenue starting at Belle Avenue, kicks off at 5 p.m. As it starts to get dark, the twinklin' lights feel truly magical. You'll see lights on floats, on buildings, and even on people!
And, when all is said and done, Santa himself might even come to town.
The fireworks show begins at 7 p.m., and it truly wraps up an evening of fun with a bang. Mark your calendar for this year's event, because you won't wanna miss it!
Light Up Lakewood is an incredible annual festival that shouldn’t be missed. Do you have any unforgettable photos from last year’s celebration? Share them with us in the comments!
The lights in Lakewood make it like a scene from a Hallmark movie. If you’re looking for even more Hallmark-worthy towns, check out our list of scenic towns to visit during the holidays.
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