One of the best parts of the holidays is the fun family-friendly holiday events, from tree lightings to visits with Santa to vendor markets. You'll find plenty of these happenings in and around Beavercreek, so mark your calendar and make time for merrymaking.

Our REALTORS® recommend unwrapping the fun with these top 5 holiday events around Beavercreek.

1. Woodland Lights - Select dates November 22-December 30, 2024 - Countryside Park, 895 Miamisburg-Centerville Road, Washington Township, OH 45459
   Stroll through a half mile of paved path filled with holiday lights and scenes at Woodland Lights, and you'll soon be in the holiday spirit at this event located near Washington Township homes for sale. Or ride on the Rieck Express, a colorful four-car train that takes you past the pond and Pollinator Garden, or hop in a carriage for a traditional ride. When the kids are ready with their wish lists, visit the historic log cabin where Santa will be waiting by the fire. You're free to take photos here or take advantage of one of the many great photo ops along the paths.
   
   
2. Park Lights at Caesar Ford - December 1-31, 2024 - Caesar Ford Park, 520 S. Stringtown Road, Xenia, OH 45385
   Greene County Parks & Trails has decked the park near Xenia homes for sale with over 250 LED light displays to create a wonderland you'll want to make a part of your yearly holiday traditions. Stay warm in your car as you take in the sights on the mile-long driving path of Park Lights at Caesar Ford, and listen to accompanying music over your car radio. And when you pass Santa along the way, make sure to give him a wave. 
   
   
3. Mayor's Tree Lighting Ceremony - November 24, 2024 - Benham's Grove, 166 N. Main St., Centerville, OH 45459
   See the Mayor's Tree Lighting Ceremony, just around the corner from Centerville homes for sale, with the first 350 kids receiving a free light-up holiday wand they'll love playing with. The celebration will also feature additional activities for all ages, performances from Miami Valley Dance Academy, and appearances by Cindy Lou Who, The Grinch, and other well-known holiday characters.
   
   
4. Hometown Holiday Walk - November 24, 2024 - Uptown Centerville and Benham's Grove, 166 N. Main St., Centerville, OH 45459
   Centerville's holiday festivities kick off with the Hometown Holiday Walk, encouraging you to shop and eat at some of the city's great uptown shops and restaurants. To do some holiday shopping or buy something for yourself, head to the Vendor Village under the tent at Benham's Grove, where you'll find more than 20 local vendors selling their wares. And if you have kids with you, make sure to head to Town Hall Theater, where they'll have age-appropriate activities to participate in and be able to visit with Santa. 
   
   
5. Kettering Mayor's Tree Lighting - December 6, 2024 - Lincoln Park Civic Commons, 675 Lincoln Park, Kettering, OH 45429
   Mayor Peggy Lehner will kick off the festivities with the official lighting of the community holiday tree at 6 p.m. Located near Kettering homes for sale, the Kettering Mayor's Tree Lighting will also feature the Kettering Children's Choir, hot chocolate and cookies, and carriage rides around the park.

Beavercreek and its surrounding towns have plenty of holiday events that help add to this friendly community's considerable charm. If you'd like to buy a home in or around the area, contact Wright-Patt Realty today.