Where Holiday Traditions Begin
Sleigh bells ringing from the horse-drawn carriage, a sip of hot cocoa, the sound of children’s laughter and a nip in the air. Welcome to the annual Christmas in Historic Springboro Festival, the largest 3-day holiday festival in the tri-state area.
Downtown businesses dress for the holidays with lights, decorations, and holiday cheer. Food and craft vendors line the streets with delicious goodies and unique treasures. For 38th annual festival kicks off the holiday season for over 70,000 attendees.
It’s a Family Affair!
There’s something for the entire family. Kids activities and entertainment that will create memories to last a lifetime.
-- 76+ Craft Vendors
-- 29+ Food Vendors
-- Children’s Tent (with Santa!)
-- Entertainment Tent
-- Warped Wing Beer Tent
-- Family Fun Activities
-- Shops & Businesses in Historic Springboro
-- 5K Run/Walk on 11/22 at 9 a.m.
-- Parade on 11/22 at Noon
Schedule:
Saturday
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7:30 a.m. – 5K Registration
8:30 a.m. – Parade Staging Open
9 a.m. – 5K Run/Walk Begins
Whether you are a first-time participant or have joined us before, this event will surely add to your Christmas Spirit.
Register Here
Festival: 10 a.m. – 10 p.m.
12 p.m. – Parade Begins on Main Street
In 2024 we had 75 organizations participate. This is a great way to be involved in the festival and bring awareness for your company/organization. Each year the festival has a theme that we like to bring to life in our parade. The 2025 theme is Gnome for Christmas!
Parade Route
Staging Area is located at Clearcreek Elementary
Route begins at Clearcreek Elementary
Continue North to State Route 73
Turn left on North Street
Go left onto Florence Drive and down the alley back to the staging area
Float Arrival Times
10:30 a.m. – All floats in position for judging to begin
10:45 a.m. All motorized vehicles in positions (those not participating in judging)
11:15 a.m. – All participants and animals in position
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Children’s Tent Schedule
Saturday – 1-7 pm
2-5pm Santa
5-6pm Buck the Magic Cowboy
6-7pm Mike Hemnelgarn: Comedy, Juggler, Ventriloquist
