The holidays are a festive time of year, full of twinkle lights, time-honored traditions, and even a bit of magic. Ohio certainly makes the most of this magical season, stretching the festivities from November well into the New Year. Across the Buckeye State, you’ll find Christmas towns that you thought only existed in your imagination — or a Hallmark movie — and today, we’re sharing the best of the best. These Christmas towns in Ohio pull out the stops, from festivals featuring horse-drawn carriages and live reindeer to city-wide to-dos with massive ice sculptures and Christmas carolers. Because, you know, the best way to spread Christmas cheer is singing loud for all to hear. 

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This holiday season, embrace the magic and let yourself be filled with childlike awe and wonder at one (or many!) of these Christmas towns in Ohio — it’s a marvelous way to tie a big, beautiful bow on the year.

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