What's the Buzz: Rock out this Christmas or meet Santa at a castle

Heather Sevigny
·3 min read

Pick any one of the events happening in and around the area to keep your week busy. I’ll be highlighting attractions, activities, and festivals right here, every week. From local music and shows to options for those of you who don’t mind traveling a bit, there’s something for everyone. Be sure to check all activities, as cancellations can occur. The events listed are for Dec. 15 to 24.

Thursday

Christmas at the Castle. Running through Dec. 24, Landoll's Mohican Castle gets transformed into a magical winter wonderland. Christmas at the Castle − a Kingdom of Lights with more than 150,000 lights, outdoor Christmas trees, music and Santa Claus − returns once again. The man in red willl visit with chilrdren on Friday and Saturday night from 5 to 8 p.m. Admission on Friday and Saturday is $8 per car and free all other evenings. Guests can purchase a pass in advance at www.eventbrite.com. Peruse the grounds, stop for photos and just take in the lights before grabbing a bite at the on-site restaurant, The Copper Mug Grille. For more information call 419-994-3427. Landoll's Mohican Castle, 561 Township Road 3352, Loudonville.

Visitors to Landolls Mohican Castle can climb one of the castle’s towers to get a bird's eye view of the 100,00 plus Christmas lights.
Visitors to Landolls Mohican Castle can climb one of the castle’s towers to get a bird's eye view of the 100,00 plus Christmas lights.

Friday

Trans-Siberian Orchestra − The Ghosts of Christmas Eve. Ready for a rockin' Christmas? Nationwide Arena will behosting the quintessential Christmas rock group, Trans Siberian Orchestra (TSO). According to the Facebook event page, "The story is set on Christmas Eve when a young angel is sent to Earth to bring back what is best representative of humanity. The album and tour feature such fan-favorites as “Ornament” and the epic “Old City Bar." The rock opera also features such TSO classics as "Christmas Eve/Sarajevo 12/24," "O’ Come All Ye Faithful," "Good King Joy," "Promises To Keep," and "This Christmas Day." Additionally, the tour will enjoy a new second set containing some of TSO’s greatest hits and fan-pleasers including "Christmas Canon," “Wizards In Winter” and many more." Tickets start at $52.50. Purchase tickets by visiting www.nationwidearena.com. For more information call 614-246-2000. Nationwide Arena, 200 W. Nationwide Blvd., Columbus.

The Nightmare Before Christmas Rock Party. Want to keep it closer to home? Check out The Barn in Zanesville for a themed holiday party. Join DJ Huffy and celebrate the season with a Nightmare Before Christmas rock party. The party is scheduled to run from 11 p.m. to 2 a.m. For more information call 740-455-2276. The Barn, 1947 Linden Ave, Zanesville.

December 31

Salt Fork New Years' Eve Celebration. The annual Salt Fork Lodge New Year’s Eve Party has fun for the whole family. Kids can enjoy arcade games and make their own specialty drinks at the hot chocolate bar. Movie screening will be taking place and the 21 plus party will be located in the Wildlife Lounge from 7 p.m. to 1 a.m. For additional details visit https://www.saltforkparklodge.com. For more information call 740-435-9000. Salt Fork State Park Lodge and Conference Center, 14755 Cadiz Road, Cambridge.

Interested in having your event listed or know about something you’d like us to share? Email us at whatsthebuzzdailyjeff@gmail.com at least two weeks in advance.

This article originally appeared on The Daily Jeffersonian: Rock out this Christmas or meet Santa at a castle