WAYNESVILLE, Ohio — A festive 16th century village awaits visitors during the Christmas season.

Yuletide Village, located at Renaissance Park in Waynesville, offers a world full of holiday magic.

The village beckons seasonal visitors to take in light shows, enjoy food and sweet treats like hot cocoa and warm cider by the fire.

Visitors also may cross some names off their gift list at the yuletide market, while also enjoying some exciting entertainment.

Village guests may listen to costumed carolers, watch an owl encounter, visit the petting zoo and enjoy a winter magic projection light show. There also are opportunities to take pictures with a woodland Santa in his workshop.

Yuletide Village welcomes visitors Dec. 10-11 and Dec. 17-18.

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