A Carillon Christmas

A Carillon Christmas Nov 24 - Dec 30, 2026

Dayton's Newest Holiday Tradition!

Join us for A Carillon Christmas to see Carillon Historical Park’s 65-acre campus transformed into a winter wonderland of sparkle, magic, and holiday cheer!   

Beginning with our centerpiece, The Carillon Tree of Light, Santa Claus, The Carillon Park Railroad, Gem City Letterpress, Letters to Santa, Deeds Carillon Christmas Concerts, Carillon Christmas Café, Drinks at Culp’s Café, Roundhouse Café in the Transportation Center, The Tailor of Gloucester Puppet Show, Model Train Displays, Midnight Express Miniature Train Rides, Museum Store Shopping, Walk through our beautiful campus, filled with thousands of lights, Morris and Hetzel Bakery, Gristmill Christmas Village and Peppermint Mill, Carillon Brewing Co. … and more!

Dates and Times:
November 24 - December 30*
Sunday - Thursday: 5pm - 9pm
Friday & Saturday: 5pm - 10pm

*Closed Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Eve, and Christmas Day

For more information visit carillonchristmas.org

** There is no charge to view or visit the Carillon Tree of Light **

All proceeds benefit Dayton History, a privately funded nonprofit organization, in its mission to inspire generations by connecting them with the unique people, places, and events that changed Dayton and the world.

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Carillon Park

A Carillon Christmas is taking place at Carillon Park, which is located at 1000 Carillon Blvd in Dayton. Carillon Park - Experience Dayton's rich heritage of creativity and invention at Carillon Historical Park! Enjoy our beautiful 65-acre campus with 35 special exhibit buildings and structures ready for you to explore.

Dayton History.

Dayton History - Dayton History is the region’s primary historical authority, focusing on immersive, hands-on education to ensure that Dayton's legacy of innovation remains a central part of the community's identity.