The Playhouse Square District is merry and bright for the holidays as our performance spaces and venues throughout the neighborhood embrace the excitement of the winter season.
Whether you are reveling in beloved yuletide traditions with family and friends or creating new holiday memories, we hope you enjoy your visit to the PSQ District during the most wonderful time of the year.
Walking in a Winter Wonderland
The Playhouse Square District is set to be a winter wonderland with holiday events and special offerings throughout the season.
Santa Paws is making a stop at Playhouse Square Plaza for all of the four-legged friends that made the “nice list” this year. Guests and their furry friends can stop by on Saturday, Dec. 14 from 11 a.m. – 2 p.m. to get their free photo with Santa Paws, courtesy of Crowne Plaza Cleveland at Playhouse Square.
For festive fun for the family, Hofbräuhaus Cleveland has holiday events throughout the month of December. Guests can enjoy Brunch with St. Nicholas and Krampus, stop by for the Doppelbock keg tapping with Krampus, show off their best holiday garb at the Ugly Christmas Sweater Party with Krampus or listen to the musical stylings of the Hermit Orchestra on Christmas Eve.
Guests can eat, drink and be merry at other venues throughout the PSQ District. The new Bulkley Bar – located inside the Bulkley Building at 1501 Euclid Ave. – is making spirits bright with unique holiday cocktails. Guests can also grab a cup of cheer as holiday beverages are offered at the Starbucks in the Hanna Building. And sweet seasonal treats from Corbo’s can complement either drink option!
As you enter or exit the Playhouse Square District, don’t forget to watch the special Marquee Moments digital display that fills the neighborhood with a bit of holiday magic. For the full schedule of viewing times, please visit our Marquee Moments page.
Home for the Holidays
There’s no place like Playhouse Square for the holidays! Our theaters will be bustling with seasonal shows - from annual favorites produced by resident companies like Great Lakes Theater, Cleveland Play House, Cleveland Ballet and Karamu House to holiday concerts and other special performances.
November performances: A Christmas Carol (Great Lakes Theater); A Christmas Story (Cleveland Play House); Black Nativity (Karamu House). All of these performances continue their respective runs through December.
December performances: A Jolly Holiday with the Pops; ‘Twas the Night Before… by Cirque du Soleil; The Hip Hop Nutcracker; The Jinkx and Dela Holiday Show; Dave Koz and Friends Christmas Tour; The Nutcracker (Cleveland Ballet); Tomáseen Foley’s A Celtic Christmas; Christmas with C.S. Lewis; Jim Brickman’s Comfort & Joy; Straight No Chaser – Top Shelf Tour; ‘Twas A Girls Night Before Christmas: The Musical!
For more information on these performances, you can check Playhouse Square’s holiday events page for dates and ticket details.
Deck the Halls
For holiday photo opportunities, look no further than the Playhouse Square lobbies. Each space features different décor that are the perfect backdrop for your holiday card or social media post.
If you want to add some sparkle to your winter season, stop by the holiday ornament on Playhouse Square Plaza or the dazzling Playhouse Square Chandelier, presented by GE Lighting, a Savant company.