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
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
Are you hoping to simplify your Christmas dinner this year? Or perhaps your celebration is a bit smaller than usual? You’re in luck because our local restaurants are pulling out all the stops and are ready to help! Yep, these Christmas dinner to-go combinations look pretty sweet, especially in the year 2024! The following Cincinnati … Read more
It’s a Cincinnati tradition! The UC Health Ice Rink at Fountain Square is now open for the season! Head downtown to experience some fun on the ice. Open through February 17, 2025, the rink takes over the square, fountain to 5th Street to the holiday tree… and the entire rink is open for ice skating … Read more
You can download a printable version here. The printable version is the same as the text below. Looking for something different to do this weekend? Head downtown and take the (free) streetcar around town for some fun holiday stops! We put together a suggested route for you… Get a link for the streetcar map below. … Read more
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
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
Fun for all ages, Cincinnati Christkindlmarkt is a seasonal German-American holiday festival that takes place on the lawn next to the Moerlein Lager House. This holiday-themed Christmas festival features delicious food and beverages, unique merchandise, festive holiday lights, live choral and musical performances, fire pits, a huge Christmas tree… all while pairing a European flair … 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
Don’t let the cold weather and snow keep you from enjoying a nice get together outside this winter! Many Cincinnati restaurants are now offering igloo dining experiences. From rooftops to patios, these cozy outdoor dining options are sure to brighten a slushy season. Whether you’re looking for a unique outing for a group, a fun … Read more
Cincinnati Nights of Lights, one of Greater Cincinnati’s largest synchronized light shows, opens for the season on November 23. With over 2 million lights dancing all around this HUGE drive-through experience, you’ll be amazed! This holiday light tradition continues but in a new home. The lights, the themes, and the general set-ups are the same as … 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
If you’re looking for something to do for the 2024 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
Make some memories with Holiday Junction at the Cincinnati Museum Center this year! You know it’s Christmas in Cincinnati when the holiday trains roll in for Holiday Junction at the Cincinnati Museum Center. With more than 300 rail cars and 60 locomotives, this train display is massive. You can watch the trains from the walkway … Read more
Want to give a gift they’ll remember for years to come? Looking for something to buy for that “hard to buy for” person? Or perhaps you have someone on your list who would appreciate an experience gift rather than a physical gift? Look no further than a local experience gift! Whether it’s a cooking class … Read more
December? Where has this year gone?! 2024 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
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
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 2024. 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