Dublin, Ohio – The “12 Days of Bridge Park” kicks off on December 3 with holiday events happening each week—including the return of “Merry Market” on December 6 from 12-3PM. This event, brought to you by The Dublin Market at Bridge Park, invites visitors to ring in the holidays by shopping local, enjoying live music, and taking in the many decorated holiday tree displays found throughout the district. 

Merry Market is just one of the many holiday happenings at Bridge Park this season. Visitors also can expect new events including a Miracle Pop-Up at Palm Valley Cocktails, rooftop igloo experiences at VASO, and an expansion of holiday decorations with a new 16-foot-tree, life-sized nutcrackers and even Santa’s sleigh!

The “12 Days of Bridge Park” will continue through December 31 with a calendar full of holiday-inspired events and programming. Featured events include:

Saturday, December 6: Merry Market

Join us for this free, family-friendly event on December 6 from 12-3PM, featuring live music, holiday tree displays, a “Letters to Santa” station, photos with Santa and other festive surprises. Shop local with more than 120 artisans offering handcrafted goods, baked treats and more.

Sunday, December 7 + 14: 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. 

Saturday, December 13: Holiday Market at North Market Bridge Park 

From 10AM-1PM, stop by North Market Bridge Park to find a gift for your loved ones during their Holiday Market, featuring 25+ vendors to set the holiday mood.

Saturday, December 13: 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.

Saturday, December 20: Santa in the Park

From 1-3PM, grab the family and visit Portal Park next to Urban Meyer’s Pint House for a chance to take a free photo with Santa Claus and Mrs. Claus. Don’t forget to drop off your letter at one of the North Pole mailboxes located throughout Bridge Park.

The “12 Days of Bridge Park” will also feature a holiday trivia event and a Snowy Bridge Paint & Sip at North Market Bridge Park, a Grinch-Mas Retro Rave Party at Palm Valley Cocktails and Teddy’s Christmas Party at Roosevelt Room.

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 many North Pole mailboxes located throughout Bridge Park. Don’t forget to pick up your free ‘Letters to Santa’ stationery from the Bridge Park leasing office during business hours—while supplies last!

Holiday Tree Photo Contest 

Snap a photo with one of the five giant holiday trees located throughout Bridge Park, 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.

Miracle Pop-Up at Palm Valley Cocktails

Get into the holiday spirit with a Miracle Pop-Up at Palm Valley Cocktails! During this vintage Christmas experience, enjoy an all-new menu of festive seasonal drinks, both cocktails and mocktails, in themed glassware, plus a fresh lineup of seasonal snacks. Glassware will also be available for purchase. No reservations are needed. 

Igloos at VASO

Returning this holiday season, take in stunning views of downtown Dublin while enjoying cocktails from VASO’s private outdoor heated igloos. 

Riverside Crossing Park Ice Skating Rink 

Returning on November 20, grab some friends and enjoy the City of Dublin’s ice rink at Riverside Crossing Park. Admission is $15 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.