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 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 2023. The best part? These Cincinnati area restaurants will put some … 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
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 2023 Veterans Day events and freebies: Veterans Day Events … Read more
November in Cincinnati – it’s one of my favorite times of year. There’s so much to do here in town. From the openings of all the holiday shows and events to lights and pumpkins and pie! Enjoy this month long list of Things to Do in Cincinnati for the month of November: Looking for events … 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 Christmas Nights of Lights at Coney Island, dusk – 10pm6201 Kellogg Ave., Cincinnati … Read more
One of our favorite holiday traditions is to go to the Cincinnati Zoo’s Festival of Lights. It’s a wonderful way to kick off the holiday season in Cincinnati. Festival of Lights has something for everyone – from parents to kids to teens and everything in between. It’s Bigger and Brighter Than Ever This year’s … 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 Christmas and Holiday Events happening in Cincinnati! Click the links for … Read more
We can all make a difference in our city! Whether you simply want to give back, are looking to start a new tradition with your family, or need a service project – here are a number of our “reader submitted” best volunteer opportunities for Cincinnati. Some of these opportunities to volunteer in Cincinnati are appropriate … Read more
Halloween is almost upon us! If you’re looking for some ways to get some extra use out of those Halloween costumes, check out these Cincinnati area Trunk or Treat opportunities. We’ve also listed some public spots that are offering Trick or Treat for those of you who might need some extra Halloween fun. These events … Read more
Are you on the hunt for alternative Halloween ideas? We have some spooktacular alternative Halloween ideas for you. This is all about the Halloween fun that doesn’t require going door-to-door for trick or treat. Here’s our list of Alternative Halloween Ideas for Families: Host a fun Halloween Movie Night (indoors or out). Plan ahead for … 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
Fall on the Farm has been one of our favorite fall season outings for YEARS. From the kids’ play area to the pumpkin patch to the gorgeous field of sunflowers, this is one fall outing you don’t want to miss! Voted by CityBeat readers as “Best Pumpkin Farm”, Fall on the Farm truly has something for all … Read more
You have lots of options if you’re looking for the best burgers in Cincinnati. I seriously had trouble narrowing it down to a list of just nine burger spots! From the classic cheeseburger (hello, Quatman’s!) to waygu patties to plant based eats, Cincinnati has some of THE best burgers around. These local favorite burger restaurants … Read more
Put on your jersey, gather your friends, and get ready for a roarin’ good time! It’s football season! Whether you bleed orange and black or simply want to soak up the excitement of game day, we’ve got a list of the bars, eateries, and breweries where you can catch all the action, cheer on your … Read more
October in Cincinnati – so many events are ramping up for fall! Plan some days to get outside and enjoy some fall events, from pumpkins to corn fields to hayrides! Enjoy this month long list of Things to Do in Cincinnati for the month of October: You might also want to check out these seasonal … Read more