Xmas in Cbus
This annual holiday event at Columbus zoo features a spectacular display of lights, entertainment, and festive activities.
Wildlights
The singer tells the audience to have a cup of this in “A Holly Jolly Christmas.”
Cup of cheer
"Keep the change, ya filthy animal!"
Home Alone
The Times Square Ball Drop is a famous New Year's Eve event in this U.S. city.
NYC
This festive beverage is made by simmering red wine with spices like cinnamon, cloves, and orange peel.
Mulled wine
This historic neighborhood is known for its charming brick streets and hosts a festive Holiday Hop each December.
German village
“It’s the Most Wonderful Time of the Year” was first recorded in this decade.
1960s
"Every time a bell rings, an angel gets his wings."
It’s a Wonderful Life
This traditional song is often sung at the stroke of midnight on New Year's Eve.
Auld Lang Syne
A popular Christmas dessert in England, this rich, fruity cake is often covered in marzipan and icing.
Christmas fruitcake or pudding
This grand theater hosts a beloved holiday show each year, featuring classic characters and holiday cheer.
Ohio Theatre
This pop Christmas hit was released in 1984 but did not rank in the charts until 2017.
Last Christmas (Wham!)
"There was more than one lobster present at the birth of Jesus?"
Love Actually
This animal is associated with the Chinese New Year in their zodiac system for 2024.
Dragon
This treat includes a fève (lit. 'fava bean') such as a figurine, often said to represent the Christ Child, hidden inside.
King cake or galette des rois
Columbus’ enchanting outdoor garden that transforms into a magical wonderland during the holiday season.
Franklin Park Conservatory
Since its release, many artists have recorded “White Christmas,” but the version sung by this artist is the world's best-selling single (in terms of sales of physical media).
Bing Crosby
"You throw quite a party. I didn't realize they celebrated Christmas in Japan”
Die Hard
The first New Year's Eve Ball Drop in Times Square took place in this year.
1907
A creamy, spiced drink, often served warm, that is a holiday favorite and features a dash of nutmeg on top.
Eggnog
This annual event at the Scioto Mile includes holiday lights, entertainment, and the lighting of the Scioto Mile Fountain.
Grand Illumination
The age of singer Brenda Lee when she recorded the classic Christmas hit “Rockin Around the Christmas Tree.”
13
“This fog's as thick as peanut butter!”
Rudolph the Red Nosed Reindeer
In Spain, people celebrate New Year's Eve by eating 12 of this fruit at midnight.
Grapes
These Italian almond-flavored cookies, often shaped like crescents, are a popular treat during the holiday season.
Amaretti