Can you believe it’s 2026 already?! We can’t predict what this year will hold but we certainly can tell you how great January is going to be!
Here’s to January fun in Cincinnati!
Please be sure to double check that your event is still happening before heading out the door.
January 2: Cyclones Hockey / Throwback Night! Throwback Night features $2 hot dogs, sodas, and beer. Step back in time as they bring out the classic Cyclones past for Throwback Night! Relive the glory days, and celebrate their iconic history while wearing specialty jerseys that will be auctioned off online with the auctions ending immediately following the game.
January 3: It’s CAM Kids Day at the Cincinnati Art Museum, 11am-3pm. xplore the museum with themed drop-in activities, story times, performances, hands-on art making, scavenger hunts, and more! CAM Kids Day also includes two pre-registered programs: Members-Only Baby Tour and Family Storytime and Gallery Walk. Check the website for more detailed schedules, theme information, and to register for individual programs.
January 10: The Winter Hike Series, hosted by Great Parks of Hamilton County, kicks off on January 10 with a hike at Winton Woods. This annual series of challenging and educational hikes, ranging from four to 5.5 miles, explores the natural history and unique features of five iconic Great Parks destinations. Join the hiking group that suits you best: the standard hike, a leisurely stroll, a fast-paced challenge, a family experience with nature games (perfect for kids ages 5-10) and more! All hikes conclude with soup, cookies and camaraderie.
January 10-11: Head to Findlay Market for their Chili Cookoff (Jan. 10, 3-5pm) and then Chili Fest (Jan. 11, 10am-4pm).
January 11: It’s time for Second Sunday Showtime at Clifton Cultural Arts Center, 2-3pm. Experience the vibrant folklore of Bulgaria! This family-friendly event is a captivating journey through the country’s six main folklore regions, brought to life through a showcase of traditional music and dance. After the performance, extend the experience with a taste of homemade Bulgarian flavors—a celebration of culture, community, and heritage you won’t want to miss!
January 15: Museum Selfie Day. Around the globe, thousands of people will be pulling out their smartphones and showing the world their museum discoveries during National #MuseumSelfie Day.
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January 18: Head to Farbach-Werner Nature Preserve for Campfire S’Mores and Stories: Winter Edition, 5-7pm. Join in for a short hike and then come out of the cold and enjoy stories, s’mores, and a live animal program by the fire in the barn. Registration required by Jan. 17. Geared for ages 6-10. To find the details on this event, click the link above to get to the calendar and then click January 18 to find it in that day’s list of events.
January 17: The Winter Hike Series, hosted by Great Parks of Hamilton County, continues with a hike at Sharon Woods. This annual series of challenging and educational hikes, ranging from four to 5.5 miles, explores the natural history and unique features of five iconic Great Parks destinations. Join the hiking group that suits you best: the standard hike, a leisurely stroll, a fast-paced challenge, a family experience with nature games (perfect for kids ages 5-10) and more! All hikes conclude with soup, cookies and camaraderie.
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January 18: Art on Vine returns to Rhinegeist, noon to 6pm. Up to 70 Local artists displaying and selling fine arts and handmade goods.
January 19: The King Legacy Celebration will take place at the National Underground Railroad Freedom Center. Enjoy a morning of music, dance, and reflection in celebration of the life and enduring legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Tickets required.
January 17-18: Maple Sugaring Hikes (Cincinnati Nature Center), on the hour from 1-3pm. Hit the trail for a guided interactive maple hike. Check the sap buckets in the sugarbush and see the steaming evaporator as they boil sap down to “liquid gold” maple syrup. Hikes start at the sugar house (Outdoor Learning Center). Pre-registration is required.
January 16-18: Greater Cincinnati Remodeling Expo returns to the Sharonville Convention Center. The Remodeling Expo is a comprehensive two-weekend expo filled with innovative displays showcasing the latest trends in design and product offerings. In addition to exploring the highest quality displays, you will have the opportunity to talk directly with local experts and get the advice you need to help you with your home improvement projects.
January 23: The Secret Life of Stars will be at Cincinnati Parks’ Wolff Planetarium (Burnet Woods), 7-8pm. From nebulas and novae to star formation and more, this show has it all! Programs are open to adults and children ages 5 and older accompanied by an adult. Fee: $7.00 per person. Reservations required. Seating is limited.
January 23-25: Greater Cincinnati Remodeling Expo returns to the Sharonville Convention Center. The Remodeling Expo is a comprehensive two-weekend expo filled with innovative displays showcasing the latest trends in design and product offerings. In addition to exploring the highest quality displays, you will have the opportunity to talk directly with local experts and get the advice you need to help you with your home improvement projects.
January 24: The Winter Hike Series, hosted by Great Parks of Hamilton County, continues with a hike at Woodland Mound. This annual series of challenging and educational hikes, ranging from four to 5.5 miles, explores the natural history and unique features of five iconic Great Parks destinations. Join the hiking group that suits you best: the standard hike, a leisurely stroll, a fast-paced challenge, a family experience with nature games (perfect for kids ages 5-10) and more! All hikes conclude with soup, cookies and camaraderie.
January 31: Art After Dark returns for 2026. Stay tuned for details.
January 30: Two tours, one hour! Join a Contemporary Arts Center docent for a half-hour guided tour of the galleries at the neighboring 21c Museum Hotel, followed by a half-hour tour of the Contemporary Arts Center exhibitions. Event takes place on the final Friday of each month. Tours are free and open to the public. Meet your docent guide in the 21c lobby. No registration required.
All events were accurate at the time of this posting but things do happen and events do occasionally get canceled or postponed. You should always double check with the event source before you head out the door. Links for each event are provided so that you can be sure the date is still accurate before you head out.
