Bridgett Raffenberg 
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
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
As Halloween approaches and fall rolls around, lots of folks look forward to the changing leaves and all things pumpkin spice…..but it’s also time for haunted houses to begin! Cobweb covered door jams, scary clowns, and creaky old houses, it’s all there! If you’re looking for a great list of Haunted Houses in Cincinnati, we’ve … Read more
There’s so much to enjoy at this time of year – crisp fall air, apple and pumpkin farms, crunching leaves… and fall festivals in Ohio! Fall festivals are the best way to celebrate the season. Whether you’re looking for a great pumpkin festival, a farm festival, or a fun step-back-in-time celebration, you’re sure to find … 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
Fall festivals are abundant come September and October in the Cincinnati area. In fact, you’re likely to find fall festivals near you every weekend for a few months! If you’re looking for a long hayride, bonfires, a chewy caramel apple, pumpkin patches, and loads of fall fun, this is your list! TIPS: Keep in mind … Read more
September in Cincinnati – get ready to spend some time outside and enjoy some end of summer, beginning of fall events and activities. This is THE month for Oktoberfest celebrations, Labor Day fireworks, and so much more! Enjoy this month long list of Things to Do in Cincinnati for the month of September: September 1-3: … Read more
August in Cincinnati – it’s likely to be our hottest month of the year. But we won’t let that stop us from enjoying some events around town, right? From River Days to Meteor Shower and Movie Night to the kickoff for Oktoberfest season, August is shaping up to be a great end to the summer … Read more
This has definitely been the summer to explore playgrounds and parks! We’ve been visiting old favorites and exploring new ones. We’ve discovered parks with creeks, parks for bigger kids, shaded parks, parks with water, and parks we DEFINITELY want to return to again and again. And that last one – Cottell Park fits onto that … 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 open practices in 2023. Who Dey! Bengals Training Camp kicks off on Wednesday, July 26, 2023 (more … Read more
It’s Oktoberfest time in Cincinnati! Pull out the lederhosen and grab your favorite stein because Cincinnati knows how to throw a great Oktoberfest celebration! Here are all of the Cincinnati Oktoberfests we could find for 2023. Prost! August 25-27, 2023: Germania’s Oktoberfest Address: Germania Society, 3529 Kemper Rd. Cincinnati, OH Celebrate 51 years of Germania’s … 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
It’s almost time for Tax Free Weekend in Ohio! It’s the perfect time to buy your back to school supplies, get clothes for the new school year, and more. This year’s Ohio Tax Free Weekend dates are Friday, August 4 through Sunday, August 6, 2023. For future reference, Ohio’s Tax Free Weekend is set for … Read more
If you’re looking for some free summer fun, take a look at this list of Free Summer Movies in Cincinnati for 2023. From family friendly movies to adult nights out, there’s something for everyone! Last updated: 6-19-2023 Deerfield Township has their “Movies in the Park” happening this summer. Look for movie titles such as:June 23: … Read more
Get ready for Independence Day with this listing of 4th of July events and fireworks in Cincinnati. The list of celebrations is loooong for July 4, 2023. Who’s ready?! Here are the best 4th of July fireworks, parades, and festivals in Cincinnati and the surrounding areas: June 30, 2023: Northside 4th of July Parade and Rock-n-Roll … Read more
Juneteenth, also known as Freedom Day, is celebrated in the United States on June 19. And Juneteenth in Cincinnati is the place to be! Enjoy celebrations, festivals, and parades all over town on the weekend surrounding the holiday. Celebrated on June 19th, this holiday marks the day slaves in the most western part of the … Read more
Looking for something special to do on Father’s Day in Cincinnati? Here are a few ideas for some great local fun… some are free for the entire family and some are free for Dad. All events are for 2023 Father’s Day in Cincinnati, Ohio. And Father’s Day is June 18, 2023 by the way. … Read more
If you’re looking for a way to cool off this summer, you’re lucky to be in Cincinnati! Whether you call it a Splash Pad or a Splash Park or a Sprayground, our fabulous local park systems have a number of wonderful options from which to choose. If you know of any spray parks we missed, please be … Read more