1. The Nutcracker – The Holiday Classic

What: Traditional ballet performance for all ages
When & Where:

 - Fri Dec 19 | 7:00 pm

 - Sat Dec 20 | 2:00 pm & 7:00 pm

 - Sun Dec 21 | 2:00 pm

Celestia Theater, 151 Main St, Wadsworth, OH

Price: Typically ~$15–$30 + (check listing)
Organizer/Source: Northeast Ohio Dance & Wadsworth Square Foundation — visitmedinacounty.com 

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2. Santa’s Wonderland Experience

What: Holiday playtime with Santa + breakfast & photos
When: Sat & Sun mornings through Dec 21 | 9:00 am – 2:00 pm
Where: Diamond Event Center, 1480 Pearl Rd, Brunswick, OH
Price: Tickets required (varies by age)
Good For: Kids & families
Organizer/Source: visitmedinacounty.com / Diamond Event Center 

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3. Drive-Thru Holiday Lights

What: Drive through the festive light display & seasonal decorations
When: Fri Dec 19 – Sun Dec 21

 - Fri/Sat 6:00 – 10:00 pm

 - Sun 6:00 – 9:00 pm

Where: Medina County Fair (Holiday Lights @ fairgrounds), 720 W Smith Rd, Medina
Price: ~$10 per car; higher for buses/large vehicles Cash/check at gate 

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4. Medina County Flea Market & Collectables

What: Indoor market with unique finds, gifts & collectibles — great for last-minute holiday shopping
When: Sun Dec 21 | 6:00 am – 3:00 pm
Where: Medina County Fairgrounds, Community Center
Price: Early bird ~$4 (6–9 am), General ~$3 (9 am–3 pm) 

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5. Preschool Playtime & Music & Movement (Kids)

What: Active, fun holiday-adjacent classes for young children
When: Fri Dec 19:

 - 9:30 – 10:30 am — Preschool Playtime ($5)

 - 10:00 – 10:45 am — Music & Movement (free)

Where: Check Medina/Macaronikid calendar listings (locations vary in Medina/Wadsworth) 

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6. Holiday & Winter Markets Around Medina

While the regular Medina Farmers Market season closes by winter, local winter holiday markets and pop-ups may be happening Fri–Sun in downtown shops & galleries — check Main Street Medina’s events page for updates on seasonal makers & festive stalls. 

Cool stop (all weekend):

 - Castle Noel – Year-round Christmas museum, perfect for extended family fun any day this weekend. (Ongoing hours; ticket prices vary.)

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 7. Live Music & Local Concert Nights

Local bars & venues near Medina often host holiday music or open-mic nights this weekend. A few places worth checking for live sets, Christmas tunes or charity fundraisers:

 - Cin Dees Place (music + drinks)

 - Blue Heron Brewery & Event Center (seasonal events)

 - Ohio Regional Music Arts and Cultural Outreach ORMACO (occasional concerts)

Check their social pages for specific holiday weekend sets.

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8. Winter Activities (Self-Guided)

Holiday Lights & Scenic Strolls:

 - Drive around Medina county for decorated neighborhoods

 - Walk the Medina Public Square Historic District — outdoor holiday window displays & shops
Ice Skating (nearby):

 - Lock 3 Park (Akron, ~20 min) often hosts seasonal ice skating & music (check current hours/tickets for Dec 19-21).