Discover Coshocton for Holiday Shopping and Dining
Skip the mall and visit Coshocton, Ohio for shopping, dining and tasting. It’s just a short drive from Columbus, Cleveland and Pittsburgh.
Coshocton’s Roscoe Village is a historic neighborhood filled with charming buildings, many of which were built in the 1830s to support the Ohio and Erie Canal. Now fully restored, they are home to modern shops, restaurants, and pubs, all of which are locally-owned and filled with gift-worthy items like hand-made leather, woodwork, pottery, art, and home decor items. Fine jewelry, ladies clothing, farm-to-table, and specialty pet items can also be found.
Dining and Living History Tours in Roscoe Village
A day of shopping isn’t complete without a meal, snack, specialty coffee, or adult beverage at one of the four restaurants in the village. Self-guided Living History Tours are available daily.
Just across the bridge is Coshocton’s Historic Downtown District. Main Street boasts several locally-owned gift shops, boutiques, specialty stores and restaurants. In the evenings, the Coshocton County Courthouse features a light display set to music. Now in its second season, the show continues to gain popularity and is sure to become a holiday tradition.
Explore the Three Rivers Wine Trail
Coshocton’s Three Rivers Wine Trail is open throughout the holiday season. This self-driven trail includes an eclectic mix of eight unique locations serving locally crafted wine and beer.
Candlelighting Days – A Holiday Tradition
For more than 50 years, Candlelighting Days has marked the start of the holiday season. “The village is beautifully decorated for the holidays with fresh greenery and trees,” said Roscoe Village Director Casey Brown. It’s the perfect Hallmark-movie setting to create new holiday memories.
The days are filled with holiday shopping and special activities that may include carolers, roasted chestnuts, crafts for kids, and visits with Santa, followed by the Christmas Candelighting Ceremony, where guests gather at the base of the village Christmas tree with friends old and new to enjoy cider and cookies, hear stories, sing carols, and see the 30-foot tree illuminated. The passing of the flame from one person to another is magical. As the candlelight illuminates the darkness, so does the sound of Silent Night, which is sung throughout the crowd.
Accommodations for Every Traveler
Getaway packages and unique accommodations are available, including AirBnbs in historic buildings in Roscoe Village or on Main Street in Coshocton. Other options include a newly renovated boutique hotel or woodland cabins.
For details, lodging information and a complete list of shops and restaurants, see VisitCoshocton.com.
