From January to March - Cincy has you covered with top winter events

Craft beer, wine, and bourbon festivals are here to warm up the coldest part of winter. Ice Skating and skiing will get your body moving, and live music will get your toes tapping. Be sure to join us in March for the region-wide holiday, Reds Opening Day, where we welcome back baseball and the spring.

 

People are gathered in a tent with clear walls and roof. Glowing snowflakes hang from the ceiling.
Winterhaus

Fountain Square Winterhaus

November 15, 2025 - February 15, 2026

Winterhaus is a new holiday tradition on Fountain Square. This cozy, glass-enclosed retreat in the heart of the Fountain District offers daily events, a full bar, and space for everything from co-working to private events. Winterhaus will be a hub for festive fun through February!

People skate on the ice rink around a cluster of glowing trees.
Ice Skating at Elm Street Plaza

Ice Skating at Elm Street Plaza

November 21, 2025 - February 16, 2026

A decades-old tradition, the downtown ice rink has a new home this year at the Elm Street Plaza. Head on down with family and friends to lace up your skates for a memorable experience. No reservations required. Traction Aids and Skate Aids are available, along with ride-along mini zambonis for children 5 and under. Concessions are available including hot and cold drinks and snacks. Also available for rent are heated igloos, or open air pergolas with built in fire pits.

Image is on two people sharing a black inner tube sliding down a hill covered in snow.
Tubing at Perfect North Slopes

Perfect North Slopes

Mid December - Early March

Perfect North Slopes is the premier ski area in the Midwest with 5 chairlifts, 7 carpet lifts, 23 trails, 2 terrain parks and 25 tubing lanes. With a great mix of diverse terrain and activities, there is something for everyone. Operation is weather dependent, check their site for the most up to date information.

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Sample hundreds of beers at Cincy BeerFest (photo: @linsinnati)

Cincy Beerfest

February 7, 2026

Where can you sample from hundreds of local and regional craft beers, along with craft wine and distilleries? Cincy Beerfest! Enjoy samples from over 150 craft breweries as well as wineries and distilleries from across the country. Want to keep the party going? With over 80 breweries in the Cincy Region you can visit a different brewery every day for over 2 months straight! With Cincy's brewing history, this is a true beer lover's destination.

Cincinnati International Wine Festival
Cheers to the Cincinnati International Wine Festival (photo: Cincinnati International Wine Festival)

Cincinnati International Wine Festival

March 5 - 7, 2026

Whether you're a wine connoisseur or a total newbie, Cincinnati's International Wine Festival is a fabulous event to sample different varietals from all over the world. Even better: all proceeds from this amazing event are donated to dozens of charities! While you're in town for the wine festival, don't forget to experience unique wines from Cincy's award-winning wineries. 

 

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Visit the best craft breweries in the Cincy Region

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Cincy has a strong connection to its boozy past thanks to a thriving brewery scene in Cincinnati and Northern Kentucky. Toast to the rich history and German heritage while appreciating local, small businesses and modern breweries in the…