Winter in Hartville is a great time to explore. Enjoy the sights and sounds of the holiday, take in the tranquility of our winter landscapes, and warm up with our delicious homestyle cooking.
10 Things to Do in Hartville this Winter
1) Christmas Activities
Hartville is packed with holiday activities, shopping specials, and more during the month of December. Get the details here: Celebrate the Christmas Season in Hartville
2) Find your Favorite Soup
Did you know the Hartville area boasts over 75 varieties of soup? Check out our area restaurants and let the taste test begin.
3) Read a Book
There are loads of opportunities to pick up a new book this winter. Lake Library has an awesome selection and a great line-up of book clubs and programs for kids and adults. Both thrift shops in town have extensive book selections. Every day is free book day for kids at LOC Warehouse and Hartville Thrift Shoppe has recently expanded their book and media department! You’ll also find Little Free Libraries at RiverTree Lake on Sunnyside St. and outside Hartville Village Hall.
4) Enjoy Live Music
The only way to top a homestyle meal from Hartville Kitchen is to add some great music. See the schedule and reserve your seat for an upcoming performance. There is also live session every Saturday night at Maize Valley, the first Wednesday of the month at Front Porch Cafe, and an entire concert line-up on select Sundays at Uniontown United Methodist Church.
5) One of a Kind Shopping Day
The greater Hartville area is home to dozens of unique shops with friendly staff to help you select the perfect gifts, updates for your home, and new wardrobe. Be sure to check out new shops added to the Hartville Antique & Thrift Trail!
6) Go Cross-Country Skiing at Quail Hollow Park
When the snow cover is at least 3 inches, skis and snowshoes can be rented at the manor house at Quail Hollow Park on weekends. A small sledding hill is also available. (More Info)
7) A Night Out at Maize Valley
Wednesday and Friday are music bingo nights at Maize Valley. Test your knowledge and laugh at your oh so right and so very wrong answers all while enjoying Maize Valley’s delicious menu and award winning wines and brews.
8) For Your Valentine AND your Galentines
You can’t go wrong with a massage, chocolate covered strawberries, Valentine dinner, and a night away at one of our area hotels, bed and breakfasts, or AirBnBs. Celebrating Galentine’s Day too? Grab you besties for an epic Hartville day of shopping, snacks, and laughs! Attend the Galentine’s Shop Hop on February 10th!
9) Get Moving
Workout or take a winter class at Lake YMCA (they offer reciprocal membership for visiting YMCA members). Or head outside and go on a winter hike at one of our parks. The hill at Memorial Park works for sled riders with Front Porch Cafe nearby for a warm-up cocoa.
10) A Change of Scenery
Plan a mini break to Hartville. With spacious suites, complimentary breakfast, and a heated pool a stay at Comfort Suites is a treat for the kids. The relaxed atmosphere at the 1880 House makes the perfect spot for a girls retreat and couples will enjoy a peaceful evening and delicious meal at Quail’s Covey Bed and Breakfast. Check out this interview with our local BnB hosts!
Check Out the Discover Hartville Event Calendar for more great ideas.