The list of things to do ON Thanksgiving Day in Cincinnati is, surprisingly, pretty great. From Christmas lights to the holiday show at the Krohn Conservatory, you have your choice of fun Thanksgiving Day events.
Things to do on Thanksgiving Day in Cincinnati
Newport Aquarium is open 10am – 5pm
One Aquarium Way Newport, KY 41071
Newport Aquarium showcases thousands of animals from around the world in a million gallons of water. You’ll be amazed at all there is to see and do, including fun and interactive activities, like touching a shark or meeting a penguin. Scuba Santa does not show up until the day after Thanksgiving.
The Fountain Square Ice Rink, 12-10pm
520 Vine Street, Cincinnati, Ohio 45202
The ice rink is open, 12-10pm. Admission is purchased at the rink. Skate rental is included in the price of your ticket. A warming tent, food, and drinks are available for those who want to watch from the sidelines.
“Solstice Glow” at The Krohn Conservatory
Open 10am – 8pm on Thanksgiving Day (per the show’s brochure)
Guests can experience an enchanting, immersive train display, winding their way through a miniature world of botanical models thoughtfully sculpted in natural plant material. Included are models of the famed Roebling Bridge, Great American Tower, P&G Towers, Fountain Square, Krohn Conservatory, Eden Park Water Tower, the Winton Place Rail Station, Mount Adams and its incline track, along with many other icons that represent the architectural diversity of the Queen City. G-scale model train tracks traverse the elegant flow of the walking path, and pass by a waterfall, which spills into a bubbling brook. Hand-sculpted cedar mountains combined with decorative grapevine stretch throughout the layout creating a perfect backdrop for the plants, trains and models.
Click here to see our list of restaurants that are open ON Thanksgiving Day
Fall Feast Cincinnati (Volunteer Opportunity) will not be happening this year due to the Duke Energy Convention Center’s remodeling projects. Read more here.
All dates, times, events were accurate at the time of this posting but things do happen and events do occasionally get canceled or full. You should always double check with the event source before you head out the door. Links for each event are provided so that you can be sure the date is still accurate before you head out.
