While we dream of a white Christmas, we won't let the lack of snow stop us from enjoying all the exciting things happening around Cleveland. As a gem of the midwest, here are our top 5 things we love to do around the city. #1 WinterFest lights in Public Square Thousands of glowing bulbs light up every inch of downtown's Public Square. Fun to run through, walk through with your little kids, or even do a casual drive through. #2 Visit Bill Hixon for an Ornament Famous to many life-long locals, few outsiders know the history of Hixon's in Lakewood. Bill Hixon is known for his custom Christmas ornaments with many featuring scenes of the season or landmarks around northeast Ohio. He even designs beautiful ornaments that are on display at the White House! If you are lucky, you can even get this 92 year old legend to sign your bulb. #3 "You'll shoot your eye out." at the Christmas Story House Nestled away in Cleveland is the world famous Christmas Story House from the loveable tale of Ralphie, Red Ryder BB Guns, and the pink bunny suit. Give this a visit or sign up for the road race that will finish right at the house next December! #4 Christmas Ale. Christmas Ale Everywhere! Cleveland is known for its world-class beers. From Great Lakes Christmas Ale to Thirsty Dogs 12 Dogs Christmas Ale to the newest arrival of Masthead Brewing Co's Robot Santa's Christmas Ale, if you are a beer connoisseur or just a lover of all things delicios then y