College Football Playoffs — Tennessee at Ohio State | 8 p.m. | Ohio Stadium | $150+| The No. 8-seeded Buckeyes will host their first-ever playoff game in the Shoe against the No. 9-seeded Volunteers — the winner advances to the Rose Bowl.
The Magical Polar Experience | 7 p.m. | Palace Theatre | $40+ | All aboard — “The Polar Express” will play on the big screen while live musical performances and ballet dancers bring the movie to life on stage.
Sunday, Dec. 22
Pour & Wrap - Candle Making Workshop | 11 a.m.-12:30 p.m. | Vella & Co. Candle Studio, Short North | $39+ | Curate and custom pour your own candle and add holiday themed labels, Christmas bows, and gift tags — plus, tickets include a free tote bag and matchbox.
614Us Presents Holiday Hotcakes | 1-4 p.m. | Columbus Metropolitan Library: Reynoldsburg Branch | Free | Enjoy hot chocolate, hotcakes, kid-friendly crafts, and photos with Santa.
Monday Dec. 23
Montreal Canadians vs. Blue Jackets | 7 p.m. | Nationwide Arena | $22+ | Head to the Arena District in your red and blue gear, and get ready to root for our hometown hockey team.
Thursday, Dec. 26
Trans-Siberian Orchestra - The Lost Christmas Eve | Thursday, Dec. 26 | 3 p.m. + 7:30 p.m. | Nationwide Arena | $50+ | Get ready for an elaborate rock show in the final chapter of TSO’s Christmas trilogy.
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Embrace the holiday giving season with this guide that’s got something for everyone, including local finds. | Graphic by 6AM City
Season’s greetings, Columbus. Need a last-minute holiday gift that will ship quickly? We’ve all been there. Shop five great gifts available with Prime two-day shipping.
Layering initial necklace | $15.99+ | Ship it fast, but make it feel personal with this 14K gold necklace displaying their first name initial.
Magnetic portable power bank charger | $37.99 | Perfect for the friend whose phone is always dying, this portable charger offers on-the-go power.
Candle warmer lamp + Thymes Fraiser Fir Candle | $43.99 + $36 | Make a candle extra special by pairing it with a warmer lamp that will make it last longer with flame-free heat.
Men’s casual henley tee | $19.99 | Snag a soft and comfortable slim-fit shirt that will ship to you fast.
Kindle remote control page turner | $19.99 | Upgrade their Kindle reading experience with a universal remote control page turner — trust us, avid Kindle users will love it.
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