Bridgett Raffenberg 
Get the cameras ready and don your best holiday outfits because it’s time for a visit with Santa! Go ahead and get your Christmas list ready for Santa ’cause we found some spots where you can see Santa in Cincinnati and we even found a few opportunities to take pictures with Santa! Most, if not … Read more
Are you searching for something to do over Christmas Break? Winter break is upon us and if you’re anything like me, you’re ready to pack up the family and head out for some fun in Cincinnati! From arts and crafts to play time, outside, inside… this list of winter break fun is sure to keep … Read more
Christmas in Cincinnati is definitely one of our favorite times of year! It’s a time to see the lights, take pictures with Santa, enjoy all the holiday train displays, see the live nativities, and so much more. Ring in this holiday season with these fun Cincinnati Christmas and Holiday Events and Happenings! Get into the holiday … 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
Veterans Day is a federal holiday in the United States and is observed on November 11 each year. The day is set aside to honor our military veterans, those who have served their country. The Cincinnati area is proud to honor our veterans with these special 2025 Veterans Day events and freebies: Veterans Day Events … Read more
December? Where has this year gone?! 2025 may be coming to a close but there’s still a lot to celebrate in Cincinnati for the month of December! From historic tours to sing along movies to outdoor markets, this curated list of things to do should keep you busy this month! The list below is date … Read more
Looking for something to do in Cincinnati for Christmas Eve or Christmas Day? We’ve compiled a list of ideas for you. And new for this year: we’ve compiled a list of all the Cincinnati area restaurants that will be open for Christmas Eve and/or Christmas Day (see that list below). Pro tip here: make your … Read more
Hop in the car, crank up the Christmas music, and pay a visit to one of the many Christmas Tree Farms in Cincinnati this year. Going out to a local Christmas Tree Farm is a great way to officially kick off the season – take in the scent of pine, enjoy the fresh air, and … Read more
Want to cut back on some (or all) of the cooking for Thanksgiving? Check out this list of Cincinnati area restaurants that offer Thanksgiving dinners and desserts for pickup. My own family gathering will be smaller this year and I decided to really hunt through the offerings to see if maybe this would be the … Read more
If you’re looking for something to do for the 2025 Thanksgiving Day weekend in Cincinnati, we’ve got you covered! Whether you have family in town, you’re visiting for the weekend, or you simply have a few days off of work, you’ll enjoy this list of events for Thanksgiving weekend. We will add to this list as … Read more
Looking for a restaurant that’s open ON Thanksgiving Day? Whether you’re looking for a small intimate gathering or you just want to simplify and get out of the house this year, we’ve got your list of restaurants that will be open on Thanksgiving Day 2025. The best part? These Cincinnati area restaurants will put some … Read more
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 – 5pmOne Aquarium Way Newport, KY 41071Newport Aquarium … Read more
Cincinnati has some pretty spectacular options when it comes to drive through Christmas light shows this year! Most of our traditional Christmas light displays are returning for 2025. Don’t miss the wonderful holiday light shows that offer the opportunity to wander around outdoor spaces like the Cincinnati Zoo and the Cincinnati Nature Center for their … Read more
Looking for a Holiday and Christmas Craft Show in Cincinnati? Enjoy this list of November and December crafty events.
Make some Christmas memories with an Ohio holiday train ride! Whether it’s a new holiday tradition or one you’ll continue this year, Christmas train rides are a great way to celebrate the season with your family and friends. From the Polar Express (TM) to a Santa train ride, you’re sure for find some holiday fun … Read more
If you find yourself Googling “where’s the best corn maze near me?”, you’re going to love our list of local corn mazes! We rounded up all the Cincinnati corn mazes we could find and created a handy list for you. From kid-friendly to tougher adult corn mazes, our area family-owned farms will be happy to … Read more
The leaves are changing. Temps are cooling down. Pumpkin spice is on every corner. And that means it’s time for some fall things to do in Cincinnati! Whether you’re looking for a pumpkin patch, a good spooky haunted house, a great corn maze, or some leaf peeping opportunities – THIS is your list for great … Read more
Fall is one of my favorite times to get outside and see nature. Like everyone out there, we’re looking for something new to do this year that is close by so I searched to see if there are any scenic train rides in Ohio. To my surprise, there are quite a few fall train rides … Read more