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 by date? Scroll down for the daily happenings below.
Holiday Craft Shows are heating up for November! You’re sure to find one you like in this list that goes from the beginning of November to the end!
Thanksgiving will be here before you know it! Want to lessen the work load this year? Check out our list of Thanksgiving Dinner To Go Options for Cincinnati for all the great Thanksgiving day offerings from our local restaurants. You can order just your turkey OR the entire meal. Be sure to order early!
We have lots of seasonal shows and events opening in November:
Cincinnati Christkindlmarkt
Festival of Lights at the Cincinnati Zoo
Deck the Y’Alls Lightfest
and so much more!
Lots of Drive Through Light Shows will be open for the season in November. November is a great time to see a light show as the lines/crowds are typically easier to manage. Don’t miss:
Pyramid Hill Light Show
Christmas Glow
Light Up Middletown
and more!
Looking for something to do ON Thanksgiving Day (link coming soon)? Check out the list of November 27 events (there are a surprising number of things to do!).
Make your plans for Thanksgiving Weekend Events with our list for Nov. 27 – 30, 2025 (list updates coming soon).
Make your plans to cut your own Christmas tree at any one of our Cincinnati area farms.
More Things to do in November, by Date:
November 1: Save those pumpkins and head to Stanbery Park for their annual Pumpkin Chuck, happening from noon to 5pm. Use their giant trebuchets to launch your pumpkin through the air and into the field. They’ll have food trucks on hand, craft beer, live entertainment, and more.
November 1: The City Flea is going old school with a Vintage Market at Zieglar Park, 12-5pm.
November 7-9: Germania’s Christkindlmarkt will be going on all weekend, Friday – Sunday. Based on traditional Christmas markets that are popular throughout Germany, Germania’s Christkindlmarkt is mostly under their covered pavilion and heated tents, with some booths and attractions outdoors. Sip on a cold German bier, or enjoy a cup of Glühwein (hot mulled wine) while shopping for unique gifts from Germany and from local crafters, and listen to music that will get you in the holiday spirit!
November 7-9: The Greater Cincinnati Holiday Market will be at the Sharonville Convention Center (note new venue). Save a few bucks when you purchase tickets online.
November 10-16: It’s Pizza Week! Nosh on $10 pizzas from some of Cincinnati’s best pizza joints. It’s the perfect time to check out something new or enjoy old favorites!
November 14+: Holiday Junction featuring the Duke Energy Holiday Trains opens for the season at Cincinnati Museum Center. See all the old CG&E trains, have some fun at Holiday Junction, admire all the at LEGO brick creations at Brickopolis, and more. Admission charged.
Don’t miss our list of Veterans Day Celebrations here.
November 15: The Summit Park Ice Rink opens for the season and will be open through January 4th, 2026 (closed on holidays). Tickets can be purchased at the ice rink (no online option). Admission charged.
November 16: Art on Vine’s Holiday Market will be happening at Rhinegeist, 12-6pm. Join in for a festive day of shopping and supporting local artists. With over 80 vendors from Cincinnati and beyond, you’ll find something unique for everyone on your list.
November 20: Festival of Lights opens for the season at The Cincinnati Zoo.
November 21+: Cincinnati Christkindlmarkt (adjacent to the Moerlein Lager House on the Event Lawn at Smale Park) opens for the season on November 21. The festival runs Wednesday through Sunday each week until December 28 (closed Thanksgiving and Christmas day). Admission is free.
November 22: Light Up the Levee is happening at Newport on the Levee, 3-7pm. Celebrate the season with live music, fireworks, Santa Claus and the lighting of the tree on The Plaza. Santa arrives at 1pm and will be available for pictures until 5pm. The tree lighting will be at 7pm followed by Rozzi fireworks.
November 22: Lights Up will be happening at Liberty Center starting at 3pm. The evening includes a holiday parade, family-friendly activities, and a very special guest – Santa! The tree lighting will take place following the parade.
November 22: The Holiday OFF Market will be on the grounds of Summit Park, 10am-4pm.
November 28 – Dec. 1: See our list of Thanksgiving Weekend Events here (updates coming soon)
November 28: Kings Island’s Winterfest opens for the season.
November 28: Take a drive to Metamora, Indiana for their Metamora Christmas Walk, 12-9pm. See lanterns lining the canal, luminaries lighting the pathways and holiday decorations throughout the entire village. Sing along with the strolling carolers, visit Santa in the Santa House for a memorable photo, and hop on a horse-drawn carriage ride. Bring your gift list as plenty of shopping opportunities will be available in many of Metamora’s unique shops, including Whitewater Canal State Historic Site’s gift shop offering site merchandise, freshly ground cornmeal, grits and bran.
November 29: It’s time for Crafty Supermarket at Music Hall, 11am-5pm.
