HOLIDAYS IN THE SHORT NORTH ARTS DISTRICT
This holiday season, the Short North Arts District invites you to experience the magic of the season in the heart of Columbus.
From dazzling light displays and festive window decorations to a wide range of shops, galleries, and restaurants, there’s something for everyone. Whether you’re hunting for unique gifts, dining at our one-of-a-kind eateries, or simply soaking in the holiday spirit, the Short North is your perfect holiday destination.
Grab a trail card from a Short North business or print at home here. Neighborhood residents will receive a card in the mail!
Make purchases at three participating businesses from Nov. 29-Dec. 31 to earn stickers.
Redeem your completed trail card for one of the following free offers:
- An exclusive 8-oz holiday scented candle from Vella & Co. (1128 N High St)
- One 12-oz or 16-oz drip coffee or hot chocolate from Mission Coffee (11 Price Ave)
- A Northstar Hot Chocolate or Hot Apple Cider from Northstar Cafe (951 N High St)
- A 12-oz Peppermint Mocha, 16-oz Hot Chocolate or 16-oz Peppermint Bark Iced Coffee from Winan’s Coffee & Chocolates (611 N High St)
Participating businesses include 17 West Salons, Alexander’s Jewelers, Artisan de Luxe, Big Fun Columbus, Blossom Tattoo Co, Bodega, Budd Dairy Food Hall, Coles Plants, El Vaquero Shorth North, F E R A, Gallerie by CFA, Great Clips, Half Baked Brew, Happy Go Lucky, Happy Keeps, High Street Tattoo, Hinoki, Homage, Johnson’s Real Ice Cream, Karavan Treasures From Turkey, Marcia Evans Gallery, Mecha Noodle Bar, MediZen Institute, Mission Coffee, Mukha Spa, Native Cold Pressed, O Sweet Tea & Waffle, On Paper, Orangetheory Short North, Paradise Garage Bicycles, Penn & Beech Candle Co., Phia Salon, Pinot’s Palette, Pivot, Prologue Bookshop, Ransom Supply, Red Giraffe Designs, Rose Bredl, SAMSON Men’s Emporium, Sean Christopher Gallery Ohio, Short North Pint House, Short North Tavern, Skully’s Music-Diner, Smartypants Vintage, Sole Classics, Standard Hall, Star Jewelers on High, Stella & Grace Boutique, Studios on High Gallery, The Alibi Bourbon & Cocktail Lounge, The Lamp Shade, The Yard Milkshake Bar, Torso, Union Cafe, Vella & Co Candle Studio, White Lemon, Winans Coffee & Chocolate, Wine on High, and ZenGenius, Inc.
Grab a trail card from a Short North business or print at home here. Neighborhood residents will receive a card in the mail.
From Nov. 29 -Dec. 31, kids under 12 are invited to find elves hidden on the shelves of three participating businesses to earn stickers.
Redeem your completed trail card for one of the following free offers:
- An exclusive 8-oz holiday scented candle from Vella & Co. (1128 N High St)
- One 12-oz or 16-oz drip coffee or hot chocolate from Mission Coffee (11 Price Ave)
- A Northstar Hot Chocolate or Hot Apple Cider from Northstar Cafe (951 N High St)
- A 12-oz Peppermint Mocha, 16-oz Hot Chocolate or 16-oz Peppermint Bark Iced Coffee from Winan’s Coffee & Chocolates (611 N High St)
Participating businesses include 17 West Salons, Big Fun Columbus, Blossom Tattoo Co, Bodega, Budd Dairy Food Hall, Coles Plants, El Vaquero Shorth North, Generation Tux, Great Clips, Happy Go Lucky, Hinoki, Homage, Johnson’s Real Ice Cream, Karavan Treasures From Turkey, Native Cold Pressed, On Paper, Orangetheory Short North, Paradise Garage Bicycles, Penn & Beech Candle Co., Pivot, Prologue Bookshop, Red Giraffe Designs, Smartypants Vintage, Sole Classics, Star Jewelers on High, Stella & Grace Boutique, Studios on High Gallery, The Yard Milkshake Bar, Union Cafe, Vella & Co Candle Studio, White Lemon, and Winans Coffee & Chocolate.
From Nov. 29-Dec. 31, businesses participating in the Short North Lil’ Shops offer a curated selection of items under $20, perfect for children to pick out gifts for family and friends.
Kids may visit participating businesses to pick out presents for friends and family.
Participating businesses include 17 West Salons, Blossom Tattoo Co, Coles Plants, El Vaquero Shorth North, Generation Tux, Happy Go Lucky, Paradise Garage Bicycles, Pivot, Prologue Bookshop, Studios on High Gallery, The Yard Milkshake Bar, Vella & Co Candle Studio, Winans Coffee & Chocolate, and ZenGenius, Inc.
High Street is once again transforming into a pedestrian-only experience for Holiday Hop on Saturday, Dec. 7 from 12-8 p.m.
Shop the High Street Holiday Market, showcasing more than 100 vendors offering one-of-a-kind art and locally crafted gifts.
Enjoy visits with Santa and Mrs. Claus, free gift wrapping, live music, a holiday tree lot, and ice skating rink, and a special performance by the Gay Men’s Chorus.
Thank you to everyone who made a Giving Tuesday gift to the Short North Alliance, and to Huntington Bank for providing a donation match up to $5,000! Your contributions helped to strengthen the community and make the Short North a place where creativity and connection thrive.
Missed your chance? Consider making an end-of-year donation.
Stroll down High Street and see businesses decked out in their best holiday window displays.
Cast your vote for your favorite window display from Nov. 29 – Dec. 7, and help crown the best storefront in the district! Winners will be announced Dec. 8.
Participating businesses include 17 West Salons, Artisan de Luxe, Blossom Tattoo Co, Coles Plants, El Vaquero Shorth North, Generation Tux, Happy Go Lucky, Hinoki, Lagom Floral Gallery, Mukha Spa, Native Cold Pressed, One Line Coffee, Penn & Beech Candle Co., Pinot’s Palette, Prologue Bookshop, Red Giraffe Designs, Rowe Boutique, SAMSON Men’s Emporium, Sharon Weiss Galleries, Sole Classics, Stella & Grace Boutique, Studios on High Gallery, The Yard Milkshake Bar, Torso, Union Cafe, Vella & Co Candle Studio, and White Lemon.
This holiday season, let’s come together to spread joy and kindness to those in need. Drop off donations of warm blankets, socks and gloves, toiletries, or hand warmers at one of two Short North locations:
- Anthem Healthcare Community Welcome Center | 1006 N High St | Receiving donations Tuesdays and Thursdays from 10 am to 2 pm, until December 31
- Stonewall Columbus | 1160 N High St | Receiving donations Monday through Friday from 10 am to 5 pm, until December 18
Plus, your donation will earn you one Holiday Trail sticker!
SHORT NORTH HOLIDAY PARKING & TRANSPORTATION INFORMATION
To make your visit even easier, the Short North offers several parking and rideshare options. Parking spots can be reserved in advance using the ParkColumbus App.
Visitors can park for free for the first hour from 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. daily at participating garages:
- Second and High: 965 N. High St
- The Hub: 26 E Hubbard Ave
- The Joseph: 53 W Russell St
- The Short North Garage: 40 E Lincoln St
Lyft riders can receive a $5 discount with promo code SNPOLE24 on Dec. 7. Visitors can enter the code, follow this link or scan the QR code to the left to receive the discount.
The discount is valid only on Dec. 7, but it can be claimed any time prior.
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