Christmas is just around the corner in Highland County. Why not spend the time exploring the winter wonders of Highland County this Christmas season? Whether it’s Hillsboro, Greenfield, Leesburg, Lynchburg, or Mowrystown; each town in Highland County has something fun and exciting to offer for every visitor and resident in the area.

Parades

City of Hillsboro Christmas Parade: Join the city of Hillsboro on December 2, 2023, at 6:00 pm for the City of Hillsboro Lighted Christmas Parade. The theme is: Past, Present and Future. This free community event is a great way to kick off the holiday spirit.

Eagles 52nd Christmas Parade in Greenfield: Visit the Village of Greenfield on December 2, 2023, to celebrate the holiday season with the Eagles 52nd Christmas Parade. The parade starts at 6:00 pm.

Lynchburg Lighted Christmas Parade: The Lynchburg Lighted Christmas Parade will be held in conjunction with the 31st Annual Lynchburg Village Christmas. Join the Lynchburg, Ohio community on December 8, 2023, in celebrating the holiday season. The parade will start at 6:30 pm.

Mowrystown Christmas Parade: Mowrystown wants to see your Jingle Bell Christmas Parade entry on December 2, 2023. Participants are encouraged to build a float, drive a vehicle, tractor or golf cart, ride a horse, walk a dog, etc. All school groups such as 4-H clubs, fire departments, churches, etc., are encouraged to participate. The parade kicks off at 1:00 pm.

Festivals & Events

City of Hillsboro Uptown Christmas: Join the City of Hillsboro on December 1, 2023, to kick off this holiday season with a Christmas tree lighting, photos with Santa provided by Merchants National Bank, children's Christmas activities, carriage rides, face painting, and more. This event starts at 5:00 pm and ends at 8:00 pm.

Leesburg Lions Luminaria: Every December, the Leesburg community lights up the sidewalks with beautiful luminary candles in white paper bags. People gather in Leesburg to see the lights, wander through the businesses' open houses and participate in festive holiday activities. This year the Leesburg Luminaria will take place on December 10, 2023, from 5:00 pm to 7:00 pm.

Greenfield Christmas Market: On December 2, 2023, at noon, Greenfield will be transformed into a winter wonderland filled with Christmas music, twinkling lights, and German inspired Christmas market food and beverages for purchase by the Main Street Greenfield organization.

Main Street Downtown Greenfield Cookie Walk: Are you a cookie lover? Do you enjoy exploring local businesses and learning about the services they offer? If so, then you won't want to miss Greenfield’s 2nd Annual Cookie Walk happening on December 2, 2023 from Noon to 2:00 pm (while supplies last) on Greenfield's Main Streets.

The Barn at Hidden Ridge Holiday Market: You are invited to The Barn at Hidden Ridge’s Holiday Market. The Barn at Hidden Ridge is partnering with Simply Modern Scents to host the Hidden Ridge Holiday Market on December 9, 2023; from 10:00 am to 3:00 pm. The event is located on 6312 Fair Ridge Road in Hillsboro, Ohio.

31st Annual Lynchburg Village Christmas: The 31st annual Lynchburg Village Christmas has fun activities for all ages over the period of two whole days. This fun Christmas festival offers a breakfast with Santa, carriage rides, festive music throughout the town, Lynchburg's Lighted Christmas Parade, and much more for you and your family to discover. Visit Lynchburg and enjoy the fun on December 8 and 9, 2023, between 10:00 am and 8:00 pm.

Greenfield’s 17th Annual Christmas Tour of Homes: It is time for Greenfield’s17th annual Christmas Tour of Homes hosted by the Greenfield Historical Society. The $10 tour will be held from 12:30 pm to 4:30 pm on Sunday, December 3, 2023, and will feature three homes, a new bakery and the B&O Depot.

Jimmy Dooley Christmas Tour: Come experience the Jimmy Dooley Christmas Tour. There are four events in Highland County: Greenfield’s First Baptist Church on December 3 at 10:00 am, Hillsboro's Northview Baptist Church on December 3 at 6:00 pm, Hillsboro's Cornerstone Assembly of God on December 17 at 10:15 am, and Leesburg's Walnut Hill Christian Union on December 17 at 6:00 pm.

Christmas Craft Market: Come join the Village of Greenfield and participate in some fun holiday activities. This event offers a variety of vendors, games, food, crafts, and much more. The event will be held from 9:00 am to 6:00 pm on Saturday December 9, 2023. The Christmas Craft Market is located on 238 South Washington Street in Greenfield, Ohio.

Photos With Santa at The Highland Humane Society: The Highland Humane Society and Bejeweled Photography are hosting Photos with Santa on December 9, 2023, at 10:00 am to benefit animals in need through the Highland Humane Society. Families, children, and even pets are welcome to attend. After the event you will be emailed a digital copy of your photo. A $10 donation is requested. All proceeds benefit the Highland Humane Society and animals in need. The event is taking place at 9331 State Route 124 in Hillsboro, Ohio.

Hillsboro Uptown December Shop Hop: Ugly Sweater: Join the uptown Hillsboro businesses on December 9, 2023, for an Ugly Sweater Shop Hop. Grab your friends and your best ugly sweater and hit the shops.

Light Displays

City of Hillsboro Tree Lighting: Join The City of Hillsboro on December 1, 2023, to kick off this holiday season with the town's very own Christmas tree lighting. Between 5:00 pm and 8:00 pm, come check out the other events in the downtown area.

Penelope's Nights of Lights: Be sure to visit Penelope's Nights of Lights, located on 6675 East New Market Road in Hillsboro, for an absolutely free outdoor display of dancing Christmas lights timed to holiday music. Penelope’s Nights of Lights is open every Friday and Saturday between 6:00 pm to 9:00 pm from now until Christmas. Visitors need to tune their car radio to 100.5 FM to enjoy the show. Homemade By Penelope will be open, so stop in and get some Christmas shopping done. Everyone is welcome to come and enjoy the Christmas lights.

Danville Christmas Lights: Another free light display in Highland County is located at 3908 East Danville Road in Hillsboro, Ohio. Visitors may stop by to admire the lights every day of the week from 5:00 pm to 9:00 pm all the way up until December 31. Corresponding music for the show can be found by tuning the radio to 93.1 FM.

Illumination On Main Street: Illumination on Main, located on 600 West Main Street in Hillsboro, is a light show that features two playlists. One will rotate Sunday through Thursday between 5:00 pm and 10:00 pm. The entire list will play on Friday and Saturday from 5:00 pm to 11:30 pm. There's plenty of music and a variety to enjoy. 

There are a variety of festive parades, activities, and events for both visitors and residents in Highland County to enjoy this season. Come celebrate the holiday season in Highland County with special Christmas light displays, watch the streets fill with parade floats, and participate in fun and exciting Christmas themed festivals. All of these activities are waiting for you this winter in Highland County.