Bridgett Raffenberg 
Folks, mark your calendar for this one because BLINK Cincinnati is THE “not to be missed” Cincinnati event for 2024. BLINK is a four-day Cincinnati event featuring locations with large-scale projection mapping, murals, urban artscape, media light, street art, interactive art and live performers. The largest light, art, projection mapping event in the nation, BLINK … Read more
Get ready for a new immersive event for October – Jack O’Lantern Glow at the Cincinnati Zoo! Bask in the glow of more than 5,000 hand carved and decorated pumpkins, lighting up the night on a fall themed Zoo trail. Take a night time stroll along the winding half mile path that’s illuminated with 5,000 jack … Read more
There’s just something so magical about visiting a charming little town to experience the holidays! Step into a world of holiday magic when you hit the road for a holiday day trip in Ohio. We have lots of charming Christmas towns in Ohio to choose from, spots that are just waiting for you to come … Read more
Fall is upon us! And what better way to usher in the crisper autumn days than with some apple picking in Cincinnati? Whether you want to make some homemade apple pie, take some Instagram-worthy fall pictures, or are just looking for a fun fall activity, these Cincinnati area apple orchards should definitely be added to … Read more
Did you know you can attend practices at the Bengals Training Camp? The Bengals are, once again, opening their pre-season practices to the public in July and August. The two-time defending AFC Champions are scheduled to hold 10 public practices during training camp in 2024. Who Dey! Bengals Training Camp kicks off on Wednesday, July … Read more
If you’re looking for some great Cincinnati Staycation ideas, we’ve got you covered! With the increased price of gas, it seems like the perfect opportunity to act like a tourist in your own hometown! Wishing you were at the beach? Ohio has some! Missing a camping trip out west? Cincinnati has awesome campgrounds. Want to … Read more
One of the best parts of summer is the abundance of fresh local produce… and berries are no exception! Lucky for us, there are quite a few Pick-Your-Own berry farms to choose from in and around Cincinnati. Cincinnati area farmers (and Mother Nature) have been hard and work, preparing their crops for the berry picking … Read more
When summertime is calling your name and you simply NEED to get out and enjoy some warmth and sunshine, pay a visit to Miami Whitewater Forest. This is one of my favorite Great Parks of Hamilton County parks as this is truly an outdoor lovers dream! Something for everyone! What’s your style? Bike ride? Take … Read more
There is a certain type of nostalgia that comes with skating rinks – like those coveted invites to the roller rink birthday parties, or pretending to be one of the Olympic greats on the ice. Whether you are channeling your inner Gretzky, Yamaguchi, or roller derby star, use the list below to find all the … Read more
Oh, summer … laid back longer days, spending more time outside, trying new things and going to new places, soaking in the Vitamin D, sipping on cold drinks, pool time. I could go on and on! If you’re like me, trying to pack as much adventure as you can into this summer season, I have … Read more
Get ready for some strawberry picking, animal encounters, a giant strawberry bounce pad, lots of outdoor play, and more with this fun farm experience! Strawberry Days at Blooms and Berries Farm Market runs from May 18 – June 2, 2024. This event is a family tradition for us. We go every year to pick strawberries … Read more
I started looking for some spots that offer family sized takeout to fill in on those days where my hands just aren’t going to make dinner AGAIN! And, surprisingly, a number of spots offer family sized meals to go! Here are my findings for those days when you just wish someone else would just put … Read more
It’s the perfect way to kick off spring in Cincinnati – it’s time for the annual Butterfly Show at the Krohn Conservatory! The Krohn Conservatory will be all a-flutter with this year’s Butterfly Show. This show has a theme each year and this year’s show features Butterflies in Space! Head to the Krohn Conservatory (located … Read more
If you’re looking for a budget-friendly weekend getaway, I have a great suggestion for you! Take in all the natural wonders of Hocking Hills State Park with a Sherman Cabin stay. Here are my tips for a weekend getaway to Hocking Hills that doesn’t break the bank! We recently spent a long weekend at Hocking … Read more
It’s April in Cincinnati and that means it’s time for Tunes and Blooms at The Cincinnati Zoo! The Cincinnati Zoo hosts their Tunes and Blooms event every Thursday night in April (weather permitting). Each week features live bands set amongst the incredibly gorgeous spring blossoms at the Zoo. It’s the perfect way to enjoy an … Read more
The American Sign Museum in Cincinnati is one of the city’s hidden treasures! From bright neon signs to iconic porcelain signs, this place is all about preserving and displaying signs from days gone by. The American Sign Museum is the largest public museum dedicated to signs in the United States. Take a trip down memory … Read more
Looking for something free and cheap to do? Something that will get you outside and enjoying the weather? Look no further than the multiple disc golf courses in the Cincinnati area! What is Disc Golf? Disc golf is played with a flying disc. Players toss the discs at a target (a net). The game follows … Read more
Mini golf – it’s a great way to spend some time with the family as it’s fun for kids of all ages. And it makes for a great date night too! Mini golf hazards tend to level the playing field – often putting the best of putters right there on par with the youngest in … Read more