If you’re like most Ohioans, Christmastime makes you nostalgic. That’s why an old-fashioned Christmas celebration in towns such as Cambridge and Roscoe Village might be just what you need this holiday season.

Close to some of the most scenic parts of Ohio Amish Country, you’ll find a historic village that’s a true Ohio gem. Roscoe Village in Coshocton, Ohio is a charming canal town Ohio history buffs will absolutely love. Complete with horse-drawn canal boat rides, living history tours and old-fashioned shops, this is one town everyone in Ohio needs to explore at least once. During the holiday season, the historic homes and shops come alive with a special kind of Christmas cheer. The Roscoe Village Christmas Candlelighting is a one-of-a-kind holiday event that celebrates Ohio Christmases past and present.

Roscoe Village is a restored 1830s canal town full of fun places to explore. When you’re here, you’ll feel as if you’ve temporarily stepped back in time.

Historic Roscoe Village/Facebook Guided living history tours are offered via reservation from January - March. From April - May, you can take a 1 p.m. guided tour on Monday - Sunday.

During the holiday season, the village is extra charming. The Roscoe Village Christmas Candlelighting ceremony draws quite the crowd to the center of the village.

Historic Roscoe Village/Facebook Parking is located at the Roscoe Village Visitor Center and admission is free.

This year’s Christmas Candlelighting ceremony will take place on Saturday, December 7 at 6 p.m. A special “Roscoe Christmas” Lantern Tour will take place at 7 p.m.

Historic Roscoe Village/Facebook The Lantern Tour will begin at the Visitor Center and admission is $12.95 per adult. Student admission is $6.95. Reservations for this tour must be made in advance. To reserve your spot, call (740) 622-7644 or (800) 877-1830 Ext.12.

Take some time to explore the shops and restaurants, as you’re sure to find some handcrafted and festive gifts. There’s also a “Roscoe Christmas” Tour you can take at 12:30 p.m., 1:30 p.m. and 3 p.m.

Historic Roscoe Village/Facebook Admission for the daytime tour is $10.95 per adults and $4.95 for students. For more information about tours and other activities, visit Roscoe Village’s website.

Be sure to stop and meet Father Christmas before leaving!

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Have you ever been to the Roscoe Village Christmas Candlelighting before? If so, we want to know what your experience was like!

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Guided living history tours are offered via reservation from January - March. From April - May, you can take a 1 p.m. guided tour on Monday - Sunday.

Parking is located at the Roscoe Village Visitor Center and admission is free.

The Lantern Tour will begin at the Visitor Center and admission is $12.95 per adult. Student admission is $6.95. Reservations for this tour must be made in advance. To reserve your spot, call (740) 622-7644 or (800) 877-1830 Ext.12.

Admission for the daytime tour is $10.95 per adults and $4.95 for students. For more information about tours and other activities, visit Roscoe Village’s website.

For more festive fun in Ohio this holiday season, check out our previous articles: Here Are The 10 Most Enchanting, Magical Christmas Towns In Ohio and 8 Drive-Thru Christmas Lights Displays In Ohio The Whole Family Can Enjoy.

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