These are some fun things to do that our editors found. Check back often because our list is always changing, we update it every day!
Nov 2025
14
Nov
DIY Pinecone Earrings
Get crafty and create your own stylish earrings out of pinecones and beads! All materials provided. Your finished earrings will make a great gift for [...]
15
Nov
Fall Craft Show and Breakfast Fundraiser
2nd Annual Fall Craft Show and Breakfast Fundraiser. Over 50 vendors! Be sure to get something to eat and shop for the Holidays! $1.00 entry. [...]
15
Nov
'Rare Birds'
In this Denison Dance Company performance, dancers find their wings and take flight. Performance Dates and Times are as follows: Saturday, Nov. 15 at 7 [...]
15
Nov
Concert Choir and Chamber Singers concert
The Denison University Concert Choir and Chamber Singers present a fall concert, directed by Harris Ipock.
16
Nov
'Rare Birds'
In this Denison Dance Company performance, dancers find their wings and take flight. Performance Dates and Times are as follows: Saturday, Nov. 15 at 7 [...]
17
Nov
DIY Non-Toxic Alternatives Class
Join us to learn about as well as make non-toxic alternative cleaners. The class is limited to 8 participants. Must pre-register by November 7th at [...]
17
Nov
Yoga in the Park – Indoor
This yoga class will be accessible to all people – regardless of age or yoga experience. The class will focus on whole body flow that [...]
18
Nov
Community of Women
This will be an informal gathering to become better acquainted and share ideas in which we can encourage and support each other through life’s challenges [...]
18
Nov
Teen Paint Night
Join us and let your artistic talents flow and paint a Thanksgiving picture. All supplies are provided. Registration required.
19
Nov
Story Time
Join Miss Shaunta for stories and activities for children birth to preschool age.
19
Nov
The Vail Series presents Les Arts Florissants with violinist Théotime Langlois de Swarte
The Vail Series presents Les Arts Florissants with violinist Théotime Langlois de Swarte at 7 p.m. on Wednesday, Nov. 19, in Swasey Chapel (200 Chapel [...]
20
Nov
Teen Movie Night
Join us and check out the new MCU Superhero film, The Fantastic Four: Four First Steps (2025). Pizza and soft drinks will be provided. This [...]
20
Nov
Heath Moundbuilders Kiwanis
Meeting, we welcome visitors to come visit and see what Kiwanis does for our community.
20
Nov
Paint the Parks
Join us at the James Bradley Center at Infirmary Mound Park for a Paint the Parks class. The instructor will lead you step by step [...]
20
Nov
Scenes from Mozart
Students from Denison’s Opera Workshop perform a selection of short scenes from Mozart’s operas in an intimate, studio-style setting.
21
Nov
22
Nov
FREE Crossroads Crusaders Community Thanksgiving Meal
FREE Thanksgiving Meal EVERYONE WELCOME turkey / mashed potatoes / gravy / corn / roll / pumpkin pie / coffee / water / tea and [...]
22
Nov
Thanksgiving Centerpiece – Afternoon
Our popular program is back for another year! Come and get creative with the Licking Park District. We will be using natural objects found in [...]
25
Nov
Wild Storytime
Join us for a story, snack, and activities! The program lasts about an hour. Dress for the weather as we may take a short walk. [...]
28
Nov
Licking County Courthouse Lighting
The Licking County community is invited to attend the 77th Annual Licking County Courthouse Lighting Ceremony on Friday, Nov. 28, beginning at 6:15 p.m. on [...]
28
Nov
The Nutcracker
Central Ohio Youth Ballet invites you to experience the magic of The Nutcracker this holiday season at the beautifully restored Midland Theatre in Newark. Now [...]
Dec 2025
01
Dec
Yoga in the Park – Indoor
This yoga class will be accessible to all people – regardless of age or yoga experience. The class will focus on whole body flow that [...]
03
Dec
'Lucky Stiff'
Denison University's Music Theatre presents “Lucky Stiff” at 7 p.m. on Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday, Dec. 3, 4, 5 and 6, at 2 p.m. [...]
04
Dec
Student Recital
The Department of Music presents a student recital featuring performances by department majors and minors.
04
Dec
Zonta Christmas Tour of Homes
Zonta Club of Newark proudly presents the 2025 Christmas Tour of Homes — a magical celebration of holiday cheer and community spirit! A joyful evening [...]
04
Dec
Student Composers concert
The Department of Music presents a concert featuring newly composed solo, chamber, and electronic music by composition students.
05
Dec
Gospel Choir concert
The Gospel Choir presents its fall semester concert, directed by Timothy “REV” Carpenter.
06
Dec
Holiday Bazaar
Holiday Craft Bazaar 50+ tables of handmade crafts, candies, baked goods, and more Lunch available on site Free admission
06
Dec
Holy Trinity Christmas Bazaar
A Christmas Bazaar to find that perfect Christmas gift and support the local Catholic school. *Free Admission *Basket Raffles *Hot Lunch *30 - 40 Regular [...]
06
Dec
Holiday POPS Orchestra concert
Directed by Philip Rudd The Denison Symphony Orchestra presents its beloved holiday pops concert, celebrating the joyful sounds of the season!
08
Dec
Chamber Music Ensembles concert
The Department of Music presents student chamber music ensembles in concert.
11
Dec
Wild Storytime
Join us for a story, snack, and activities! The program lasts about an hour. Dress for the weather as we may take a short walk. [...]
12
Dec
Night Tree Story & Night Hike
Please join us for this family friendly activity that includes a reading of the children’s book the Night Tree by Eve Bunting, making wildlife friendly [...]
12
Dec
American Roots Ensemble concert
The American Roots Ensemble presents its fall semester concert, directed by Adam Schlenker.
13
Dec
Annual Pinterest @ the Parks
Feeling creative? Drop in from 11am to 3:30pm for Pinterest @ The Parks. We will have supplies for a large variety of creative projects that [...]
13
Dec
Holiday Cookie Walk
The Ohio Genealogical Society, Fairfield Chapter, "Annual Holiday Cookie Walk" is Saturday, December 13, 1015, from 1 pm to 4 pm, at the Genealogical Research [...]
15
Dec
Yoga in the Park – Indoor
This yoga class will be accessible to all people – regardless of age or yoga experience. The class will focus on whole body flow that [...]
18
Dec
Paint the Parks
Join us at the James Bradley Center at Infirmary Mound Park for a Paint the Parks class. The instructor will lead you step by step [...]
20
Dec
Floral Holiday Centerpiece
Our popular program is back for another year! Come and get creative with the Licking Park District. We will be using natural objects found in [...]
20
Dec
FREE Crossroads Crusaders Christmas MEAL
Free Christmas Meal EVERYONE WELCOME ham / mashed potatoes/ gravy / mix veg / roll / cherry pie / coffee / water / tea and [...]
Jan 2026
23
Jan
Piano recital by guest artist Melody Quah
The Department of Music is pleased to welcome guest pianist Melody Quah for a special artist recital. This event is free and open to the [...]
30
Jan
Guest artist recital by Duo Kantabile
Formed by pianists Sunghwan Kim and Dasom Kwon, Duo Kantabile blends the lyrical spirit of “cantabile” with the letter “K” in honor of their Korean [...]
Feb 2026
04
Feb
Contemporary Sounds Concert Series
Featuring Timothy Hagen, flute and electronics, Denison’s annual Contemporary Sounds concert series explores the art of storytelling through musical works. This event is free and [...]
11
Feb
The Vail Series presents ‘The Other Mozart’
The Vail Series presents “The Other Mozart” at 7 p.m. on Wednesday and Thursday, Feb. 11 and 12, in the Sharon Martin Hall of the [...]
Mar 2026
28
Mar
The Vail Series presents Attacca Quartet
The Vail Series presents Attacca Quartet at 7 p.m. on Saturday, March 28, in Swasey Chapel (200 Chapel Drive). Tickets are free for Denison students, [...]


