Illustration of two friends at an afternoon tea with tiered cake stands by a decorated window (Cocoa Crawl)
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Cocoa Crawl

Visitors can stop by participating retailers and restaurants to sample each business's unique spin on hot cocoa recipes. Guests can sip complimentary tastings while browsing downtown shops or stopping for lunch. Attendees also vote for their favorite recipe to crown the season's winner.

Sat, Nov 21, 2026 All ages Complimentary tasting.

Plan Your Visit

Hours

12:00pm - 2:00pm.

Neighborhood

Downtown Midland

Food & Drink

Participating retailers and restaurants offer complimentary tastings of their own hot cocoa recipes, and visitors can stop for lunch.

Location

Downtown Midland · Midland Get Directions

Local Insight & Ratings

Family Friendly

🎄 🎄 🎄 🎄 ⚪ (4/5)

Best For

Hot cocoa fans and downtown shoppers

Vibe

Festive and cozy

Energy Level

Moderate

Photo Friendly

Moderate

Weather Sensitivity

Moderate

Tips & Advice

  • Stay downtown after the Midland Santa Holiday Parade, because the Cocoa Crawl starts right after it and warms you up after watching outdoors.
  • Try cocoa at several stops before you vote, since your pick helps decide which business wins the Golden Mug Trophy.
  • Plan to have lunch downtown during the crawl, since participating restaurants are serving cocoa alongside the shops.
  • Dress for the weather, since you'll be outside for the parade before walking between downtown businesses for tastings.

Links & Contact

Run by Midland Downtown Business Association

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Cocoa Crawl?

It's an after-party following the Midland Santa Holiday Parade. Downtown retailers and restaurants each serve their own hot cocoa recipe for tasting.

Can I vote for my favorite cocoa?

Yes. Visitors vote for their favorite, and the winning business gets bragging rights for the season and the Golden Mug Trophy.

Can I shop or eat lunch while I'm there?

Yes. You can sample cocoa while you browse the shops or stop for lunch downtown.

Who puts on the Cocoa Crawl?

The Midland Downtown Business Association.

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