Holiday Cheer in Steubenville: Nutcracker Village and More
This year marks the 10th anniversary of the unique and magical Steubenville Nutcracker VillageTM – a display of over 200 original and cleverly designed life-sized nutcrackers that populate downtown Steubenville for the holiday season. And the Steubenville Cultural Trust, creators and guardians of the nutcrackers are promising this to be the best year yet.
Kick-off Event on November 26
November 26 will be the official kick-off party on N. 4th Street in downtown Steubenville, where there will be the unveiling of ten new nutcrackers, craft beer & homemade gluhwein, live music, performances by German dancers, shopping among craft & artisan vendors, and all the twinkling lights of Christmas.
Weekend Activities and Family Fun
The celebration continues through the holidays to January 10, with weekend hayrides, a Children’s Corner, a Nutcracker StoryWalk, and Sacred Art Gallery. Maps and schedules for the Nutcracker Village events can be found at Leonardo’s Coffeehouse, 159 N. 4th Street or on www.SteubenvilleNutcrackerVillage.com.
But Wait…There’s More!
Light Up Steubenville on November 29
But wait…there’s more! The City of Steubenville invites everyone to its holiday celebration on Friday, November 29. The festivities include live music, the Brenda Casey Dancers, and the opening of the Holiday Market with crafts, food, and gifts in the Christmas Tree Plaza in Fort Steuben Park. After a blessing of the 32’ Christmas Tree, the countdown to Light Up Steubenville begins, followed by glorious fireworks and a light show on the Jefferson County Courthouse. www.VisitSteubenville.com
Christmas at the Fort
But wait…there’s more! Singing trees, Holly Trolley rides, movies, puppet shows, concerts, Christmas light displays, and photos with St. Nicholas are just some of the activities at Christmas at the Fort at Historic Fort Steuben and Fort Steuben Park. The Visitor Center hosts an exhibit and sale of original works by the Steubenville Art Association, a model train village, and a Christmas Shoppe. Visitors can view the historic displays on Lewis & Clark and Native American artifacts, and for a nominal fee, they can tour the fully reconstructed 18th-century military fort.
More Holiday Magic at Events and Concerts in Steubenville
But wait…there’s more! The Sanctuary Garden, Celtic Christmas Concert, Old-Fashioned Christmas Concert, International Nativity display…well, you’d better check the websites to find all the ways you can enjoy holiday magic in Steubenville this year.
For more places to visit in Jefferson County, check out our article, 4 of the Best Restaurants and Winery.
