Destination Seneca County

12/20/2024

Seneca County is your destination for holiday shopping and finding the perfect gift for everyone on your list (and maybe some things for yourself!)

Whatever you are seeking this holiday season, Seek Seneca County!

12/18/2024

The holiday spirit is shining bright in Seneca County! Explore the magic of the Holiday Lights House Trail and discover dazzling displays throughout the area.

Don’t miss 56 Duchess Lane, where you’ll find a breathtaking light show beautifully synchronized to music you can enjoy on your car radio. 🎶

Plan your festive adventure today! Find a full list of addresses and neighborhoods, along with an interactive Google Map of the trail, at SenecaLightsTrail.com.

Seeking holiday fun? Seek Seneca County!

12/17/2024

Don’t Miss Out on Operation Hallmark Inc.'s Nutcracker Trail!

The holiday season is flying by, and so is your chance to explore the Nutcracker Trail in Seneca County! Featuring over 90 unique nutcrackers spread across the county, this festive trail will only be here until December 31st!

Make your adventure easy with the interactive Google Map, and be sure to vote for your favorite nutcracker to help crown this year’s champion before the trail ends.

✨ Vote Here: surveymonkey.com/r/nutcrackertrailvote
✨ Nutcracker Map: https://www.google.com/maps/d/u/2/edit?mid=1v50QVgwxnFwtDZeumi5vunUv-ZooF0Q&usp=sharing

A big thank you to the businesses, organizations, and residents who brought this magical trail to life. The Nutcracker Trail supports Operation Hallmark Inc., a local effort to brighten Tiffin and spread holiday cheer, one bulb and festive display at a time.

Let's get crackin'!

12/13/2024

The snow outside creates the perfect winter setting, and you can enjoy the season by exploring the Seneca County Holiday Lights House Trail!

Find the full list of addresses and neighborhoods, along with an interactive Google Map of the trail, at senecalightstrail.com

This beautiful home, along with many others, are waiting for you to visit. Seeking fun this holiday season? Seek Seneca County!

12/12/2024

We’re thrilled to have Anne Young as an intern in our office, and we’re excited to share her incredible first project promoting all the wonderful experiences Seneca County has to offer!

Introducing The December to Remember - Seneca County Holiday Bucket List!

From dazzling Christmas lights to immersive museums and scenic parks, Seneca County truly has something for everyone this holiday season. Explore all the magic our community has to offer with this festive bucket list. Print it out to check off your adventures or browse the accompanying blog for inspiration to make your December unforgettable.

Get your copy of the December to Remember Holiday Bucket List and learn more by visiting: destinationsenecacounty.org/blog/december-to-remember-a-seneca-county-holiday-bucket-list

A huge thank-you to Anne for her outstanding work on this project—well done!

12/12/2024

Grab those jammies and listen for the bells, The Polar Express is on the way to The Ritz Theatre!

This Sunday, starting at 2pm, Destination Seneca County, the Seneca Regional Chamber of Commerce, Downtown Tiffin, and the Tiffin-Seneca Economic Partnership are proud to sponsor a FREE Holiday Movie at The Ritz Theatre and will feature The Polar Express!

Celebrating the the 20th Anniversary of The Polar Express, released in 2004, all are welcome and we encourage you to bring the whole family for a fun afternoon.

Santa will be in the lobby from 12pm-2pm, with the movie beginning at 2pm. The winner of the Downtown Holiday Window Decorating Contest will also be announced, so get your votes in soon!

All aboard for more holiday fun, see you Sunday!

12/11/2024

Know what goes perfect with the holiday season? A FRESH CHRISTMAS TREE! Get yours now in front of JAM's Markets. All proceeds to benefit Stein Hospice to help those who need it right here in our community. Be awesome and get yourself some balsam, you won't regret it!🌲

12/10/2024

✨ The 2024 Seneca County Holiday Lights House Trail is Here! ✨

Celebrate the holiday season with over 35 dazzling stops across Tiffin, Fostoria, and rural Seneca County. This self-paced trail is the perfect way to enjoy festive lights and holiday cheer with family and friends.

🗺️ Plan Your Route: Use our custom Google Map to explore the most festive homes and neighborhoods in Seneca County! 👉 www.SenecaLightsTrail.com

From synchronized light shows to timeless holiday classics, there’s something for everyone to enjoy. The trail is live now through the holiday season, so grab some hot cocoa, hop in the car, and let the adventure begin!

Discover the 2024 Seneca County Holiday Lights House Trail! Get into the holiday spirit with the Seneca County Holiday Lights House Trail, featuring over 35 beautifully decorated homes and neighborhoods […]

12/09/2024

Thank you to WTOL 11 for covering this awesome new asset to Seneca County!

Come experience the magic of the holiday season on (or off) the ice. Whatever you seek this season, Seek Seneca County!

The rink, at Oakley Park in Tiffin, can open regardless of the weather outside and doesn't use chillers.

12/09/2024

What a wonderful addition to Seneca County! ⛸️❄️

12/08/2024

In Case You Missed It...

Night two of the holiday magic in Tiffin was nothing short of spectacular! From the festive Kris Kringle Markt to the nighttime Christmas Parade made possible by the Tiffin Kiwanis Club, the holiday spirit filled the air!✨

A heartfelt thank you goes out to everyone who made these events and offerings possible and thank you to all who came out and supported them!

The fun doesn't stop here! Visit DestinationSenecaCounty.org to explore all the exciting events waiting to make your season bright!

12/07/2024

🚨UPDATE!🚨

ATTENTION ALL VENDORS AND PATRONS 🌲

Due to potential for high winds this afternoon and evening our outdoor shopping Markt will relocate indoors!

Please shop and enjoy today from 3-9 pm inside on the 1st floor of the Tiffin Masonic Lodge located at 181 S Washington st.

12/07/2024

In Case You Missed It...

What a merry and BRIGHT evening we had in Downtown Tiffin for the Holiday Tree Lighting Experience and the first night of the Kris Kringle Markt! ✨

It was heartwarming to see so many cheerful faces come together to kick off the holiday season in Seneca County. A huge thank you to everyone who participated in the CommuniTree project, those who attended, and all who contributed to making it a magical night for the community!

The holiday fun continues with day two of the Kris Kringle Markt starting at 3 PM and the Rentier Retail Run, a perfect way to love local and support our small businesses. Don’t forget, the Tiffin Kiwanis Club's Christmas Parade steps off at 7:30 PM tonight in downtown Tiffin!

Don’t miss out on even more seasonal activities—check them out here: https://ow.ly/bbmI50UmUQC

12/05/2024

Grab those antlers, shopping bags, and friends, the Rentier Retail Run is here!

While enjoying the Kris Kringle Markt, take part in the Rentier (reindeer in German) Retail Run—your perfect opportunity to explore downtown shops and check off your holiday shopping list.

Grab a checklist, visit participating stores, and collect signatures. Once completed, drop your entry at the Seneca County Welcome Center (96 S. Washington St. in downtown Tiffin) for a chance to win a prize from one of the participating businesses! Participating businesses include...
🦌Bailiwicks Coffee Company
🦌Happy Days Nutrition of Tiffin
🦌JAM's Markets
🦌Kuebler Shoes
🦌Pan Yan Bookstore
🦌Reclaim It 127
🦌Simply Susan's
🦌SOUL Boutique
🦌Steinmetz Signs & Graphic Ink
🦌The Poignon Project
🦌The Social Cigar
🦌Tom Rodgers Flower Shop
🦌Washington Street Outfitters

While you're shopping and exploring, indulge in the Kris Kringle Markt sweets & treats stations located inside local merchants in the downtown!

Holiday magic is everywhere—come and experience it in Downtown Tiffin!

12/05/2024

We're going nuts about how much joy The Nutcracker Trail is bringing us and so many others! Get out and get exploring the unique and creative nutcrackers that local businesses, organizations, and residents have created!

See all the details you'll need below!

12/05/2024

🚨 Last Call! 🚨

Tomorrow at midnight is your FINAL chance to join the Holiday Lights House Trail! We already have 27 homes signed up, but there’s still time to add YOUR festive display to the map.

Don’t miss this opportunity to showcase your holiday spirit and be part of this magical Seneca County tradition!

Sign up here: www.SenecaLightsTrail.com

12/04/2024

The Kris Kringle Markt is on its way to Downtown Tiffin THIS WEEKEND!

Kicking off after the Holiday Tree Lighting Experience, the Kris Kringle Markt transforms the downtown district into an open-air German Christmas themed market full of memories just waiting to be made! From unique shopping and live entertainment to delicious food and magical moments with Santa, there’s something for everyone to enjoy.

Check out a full list of activities, offerings, specials, and more at kriskringlemarkttiffinoh.com/

Seneca County is the place to be this holiday season for unforgettable festive fun. The Kris Kringle Markt awaits you!🎅

12/04/2024

⛸️Glide into fun this season at the Sutton Bank Rink at Oakley Park!⛸️

Join in a weekend of festive fun topped off with the Ribbon Cutting | Grand Opening of The Sutton Bank Rink at Oakley Park, hosted by the Seneca Regional Chamber of Commerce!

It’s going to be an unforgettable evening with FREE admission for everyone, thanks to Operation Hallmark Inc.'s generous sponsorship of the open skate. Warm up with complimentary cookies and grab your favorite drink from High Voltage Coffee Company, who will be on-site to add to the magic!

Seneca CEO is excited to debut their class business, CEO S’mores! Visit S'mores Village during rink hours to roast up a delicious treat and support these young entrepreneurs.

The Sutton Bank Rink at Oakley Park will operate beginning December 8th, 2024 and go through February 2nd, 2025. Hours of operation include:
❄️Fridays: 5pm-9pm
❄️Saturdays: 11am-3pm & 4pm-8pm
❄️Sundays: 11am-3pm & 4pm-8pm, Special visits from Santa, 4pm-6pm

Want to get involved? You can:
❄️Volunteer to work at the rink during operating hours so it can be open for use
❄️Sponsor an open skate to provide free admission to skaters
❄️Rent the rink for your own private event or celebration

Learn more at: tiffinohio.gov/sutton-bank-rink-oakley-park

SEE YOU AT THE RINK!