Dublin, Ohio - The “12 Days of Bridge Park” returns on December 3 with holiday events happening each week including a new, free and family-friendly outing - “Merry Market” - on December 7 from 12-3PM. This event, brought to you by The Dublin Market, invites visitors to ring in the holidays by shopping local, enjoying live music, taking in the many decorated holiday tree displays, viewing the Nationwide Children’s Hospital Butterfly and more throughout Bridge Park.
Merry Market will feature more than 65 beloved local craftsmen, farmers, bakers and makers like Red Giraffe Designs and Mohican Flower Farm, showcasing a variety of products including handcrafted items, baked goods and more.
Merry Market is just one of the many holiday happenings at Bridge Park this season. The “12 Days of Bridge Park” will continue through December 31 with a calendar full of holiday-inspired events and programming.
The “12 Days of Bridge Park” featured events include:
Saturday, December 7: Merry Market
Join us for this free, family-friendly event on December 7 from 12-3PM, featuring live music, holiday tree displays, photos with Santa and other festive surprises. Shop local with more than 65 artisans offering handcrafted goods, baked treats and more.
Saturday, December 7 + December 21: Santa in the Park
From 12-3PM, grab the family and visit Keystone Park next to REBoL for a chance to take a free photo with Santa Claus and Mrs. Claus. While there, enjoy hot chocolate and live music by Hannah Hampton. Don’t forget to drop off your letter at one of the North Pole mailboxes located throughout Bridge Park.
Sunday, December 8: Santa Brunch at Fado
From 10AM-12PM, enjoy brunch at Fado with the MVP of the North Pole himself, Santa Claus, and his wife, Mrs. Claus. While there, make sure to grab an ornament from the “giving tree” in partnership with the Children's Hunger Alliance. Gifts can be dropped off before the holidays.
Saturday, December 14: Holiday Market at North Market Bridge Park
From 9AM-1PM, stop by North Market Bridge Park to find a gift for your loved ones during their Holiday Market, featuring 35+ vendors and a DJ to set the holiday mood.
Saturday, December 14: Ugly Sweater Bar Crawl
Break out your ugliest sweater for a night of sipping and strolling through Bridge Park and Historic Dublin during the Ugly Sweater Bar Crawl from 6-9PM. To participate:
Pick up your passport and receive an Ugly Sweater Bar Crawl koozie*
Visit the many participating downtown Dublin locations
Receive a stamp for each location you visit
Turn in your completed passport with five stamps or more at the end of the crawl for a chance to win dinner for two in an igloo at Vaso!
*Passports can be picked up and turned in at Getaway Brewing, Missing Jimmy’s, Pins Mechanical Co., 16-Bit Bar + Arcade and Market Bar.
The “12 Days of Bridge Park” will also feature a holiday trivia event and wreath making/beer tasting at North Market Bridge Park, a jingle and mingle at VASO, and holiday bowling at Pins Mechanical & Co. Click HERE for a full list of the “12 Days of Bridge Park” events.
In addition to the “12 Days of Bridge Park” events, there will be various ongoing holiday activations, initiatives and campaigns throughout the season including:
12 Days of Giveaways
The ultimate holiday scavenger hunt is on from December 1 - December 12. Each day, a prize card will be hidden in a new location throughout Bridge Park. Clues of the location will be shared on our Instagram story for one lucky winner to find.
Letters to Santa
Drop off your letters to Santa at one of our three North Pole mailboxes found throughout Bridge Park. Locations include: Bridge Park Office, North Market Bridge Park and the large holiday tree at Keystone Park (next to REBoL).
Holiday Tree Photo Contest
Snap a photo with one of the three giant holiday trees located by Urban Meyer’s Pint House, Song Lan and The Exchange, and tag us on Instagram #atbridgepark for a chance to win a $100 gift card to your favorite Bridge Park business. The winner will be chosen on December 30.
Returning this holiday season, take in stunning views of downtown Dublin while enjoying cocktails from VASO's private outdoor heated igloos.
Teddy's Christmas Bar at The Roosevelt Room
Beginning November 21, stop by The Roosevelt Room and experience the holidays with their over-the-top decorations and drinks specials such as a Peppermintini.
Riverside Crossing Park Ice Skating Rink
Returning on November 21, grab some friends and enjoy the City of Dublin’s ice rink at Riverside Crossing Park. Admission is $12 per person and includes complimentary skate rental. Skaters are welcome to bring their own skates, but the admission rate remains the same.
Nationwide Children’s Hospital Butterfly
Bridge Park has partnered with Nationwide Children’s Hospital to “Light Up the Lawn, Light Up a Life” again this holiday season. Stop by Portal Park (next to Urban Meyer’s Pint House) and see the butterfly through the end of the year. Make a donation, and watch your gift light up a life.