Winterfest

A free family event that takes place downtown, Winterfest begins with activities at 9 a.m. There will be live entertainment and musical performances, free horse-drawn carriage rides, gourmet food trucks, ice skating and a Kids' Village. The event concludes with the ceremonial lighting of the holiday tree at 6 p.m. followed by fireworks, a visit from Santa Claus and his elves, and a concert by Nashville recording artist AC Jones. Find a complete schedule on the Downtown Cleveland Alliance website. (Niesel) downtowncleveland.com/events/winterfest.