- Cincinnati Museum Center at Union Terminal
- Recurring daily
Step into history and witness the largest collection of Auschwitz artifacts ever exhibited outside of Europe. "Auschwitz. Not long ago. Not far away." brings more than 500 original artifacts from the Auschwitz-Birkenau State Museum in Poland and institutions worldwide to Union…
- Boone County Fairgrounds
- Recurring daily
Light Up The Fair, one of the region's longest-running drive-through light shows, is back for another dazzling season at the Boone County Fairgrounds! This beloved event has expanded its drive, offering even more enchantment for families and friends to experience together…
Step into the magic of the season at Red Leprechaun’s Holiday Hideaway, a full-venue Christmas pop-up at The Banks in downtown Cincinnati! This Irish-style pub transforms into a sparkling winter wonderland, with ceiling-hung gift boxes, oversized vintage bulbs, four fully…
Get ready for a magical evening at the Cincinnati Zoo's 43rd annual PNC Festival of Lights, where the zoo transforms into a dazzling “Wild Wonderland”! Arrive early to meet the animals and enjoy a magical evening filled with the glow of 4 million LED lights. Explore Fairyland and…
- Graduate Cincinnati
- Recurring daily
Graduate by Hilton Cincinnati is offering a limited-time holiday pop-up, Tinselhaus, to celebrate the season in style! We’ve transformed one of our private dining rooms into a holiday oasis and paired it with seasonal cocktails, mocktails and bites. Make it your ‘grammable…
- Purple People Bridge
- Recurring daily
Celebrate the start of the holiday season at the 10th annual Winter Nights & River Lights Opening Ceremony on the Purple People Bridge in Newport, Kentucky. Watch the bridge transform into a dazzling display of more than 10,000 twinkling lights, vibrant decorations and…
Experience the magic of the season at Cobblestone’s Winter Wonderland pop-up in downtown Cincinnati! The bar is transformed into a festive holiday escape, dazzling with twinkling lights, seasonal décor and cozy charm. Enjoy creative, themed cocktails designed to capture the…
- Krohn Conservatory
- Recurring daily
Cincinnati Parks’ Krohn Conservatory invites you to experience enchanting holiday magic with A Festival of Ferns! Walk through a botanical model of Cincinnati created by Applied Imagination. Experience classic trains and iconic landmarks like the Cincinnati Museum Center and the…
Celebrate 79 years of winterland whimsy at Holiday Junction, where the Duke Energy Holiday Trains continue a beloved Cincinnati tradition dating back to 1946. More than 300 rail cars and 50 locomotives glide past snowy scenes, each filled with nostalgic detail. Be greeted by…
Step into the magic of the season at Miracle at the Overlook! Overlook Lodge transforms into one of Cincinnati’s ultimate holiday playgrounds, decked out with twinkling lights, garlands and sparkling ornaments. As the city’s exclusive Miracle Bar location, this festive pop-up…
A miracle is happening in Covington, Kentucky this holiday season — and it’s taking over Galaxie. Step inside Miracle on Madison, the Christmas pop-up bar that transforms the space into a festive wonderland packed with lights, tinsel and nonstop holiday cheer. Sip on seasonal…
- Newport Aquarium
- Recurring daily
Celebrate one of the Cincy Region's one-of-a-kind holiday traditions during Scuba Santa's Water Wonderland at Newport Aquarium! It’s a Water Wonderland full of playful penguins, colorful holiday lights and a flurry of magical bubbles. Through holiday magic, kids can tell Scuba…
- Carew Tower
- Recurring daily
One of Cincinnati’s most beloved traditions is back! The Shillito’s Elves have returned for another year of holiday magic. This year, the decades-old Elves have set up shop at Carew Tower in the heart of the Fountain District. The Shillito’s Elves made their debut in the 1950s in…
Holiday magic scores a home-field advantage at The Pitch as it transforms into Pitchmas — a festive Christmas pop-up across from TQL Stadium. Step inside a winter wonderland packed with show-stopping installations: an Icy Snow Storm, Candy Cane Lane, a royal Christmas Throne…
- Elm Street Plaza
- Recurring daily
Get ready to lace up and hit the ice — the UC Health Ice Rink presented by Fifth Third Bank is back and better than ever! This winter, the beloved rink celebrates its brand-new home in Elm Street Plaza, right next to the Downtown Convention Center. At the grand opening on…
Get ready for a night of fierce fun and fabulous prizes at Drag Bingo with Queen City Charities! Visit Winterhaus on Fountain Square for an unforgettable evening of bingo, sass and sequins as stunning drag queens serve up some serious entertainment. Bingo is completely free to…
Celebrate the warmth and spirit of an old-fashioned Christmas this holiday season at Behringer-Crawford Museum with Holly Jolly Days. Holly Jolly Days brings together two timeless favorites - the 34th annual Holiday Toy Trains and Irving Berlin’s White Christmas, the 1954 classic…
Experience the magic of Winter WonderYard at Covington Yard! The space glows with sparkling lights, whimsical holiday décorand cozy lounge containers made for gathering with friends and family. Delight in seasonal treats from local food vendors, sip on warm festive drinks and…
Get ready for the ultimate holiday adventure as Pyramid Hill Lights returns for the 2025 season! This dazzling holiday display, originally launched by founder Harry T. Wilks, has become a beloved tradition for families throughout the region. This year promises to be the best yet…
Get ready for a holiday experience with a tropical twist at Sippin’ Santa! Head to Tiki Tiki Bang Bang for a festive evening of island vibes, holiday cheer, and expertly crafted cocktails. Sip on creative holiday-inspired tiki drinks while the bar transforms into a playful winter…
In a zoo full of stars, he’s ready to shine! Everyone knows Fiona the hippo, but her little brother Fritz is still figuring out who he wants to be. In this new family-friendly musical, Hippo Cove’s newest arrival is ready to wade out of the background and into his own big moment…
Looking to start a new holiday tradition? Head to Neusole Glassworks for the Ornament Blow experience! With guidance from professional glassblowers, you’ll create your own glass ornament from hot molten glass. It’s a hands-on activity for ages five and up—perfect for families…
The holiday story you love unfolds in spectacular fashion in Moe and Jack’s Place – The Rouse Theatre. In Charles Dickens’ classic tale, Ebenezer Scrooge is a greedy curmudgeon who finds his heart changing when three spirits and the ghost of a long-lost friend show him the…
Step into a holiday wonderland at the Ark Encounter. Bring your family and friends for an evening filled with festive lights, live music, holiday shows and animal encounters at the life-size Noah’s Ark. Watch the ark and surrounding gardens come alive in a dazzling sea of…
Bring the whole family to experience the magic of Christmas at the Creation Museum, continuing a beloved holiday tradition! Enjoy a variety of free activities, all with just the cost of parking. Wander through the dazzling Garden of Lights, where you'll find steel dinosaurs…
Celebrate the holiday season at the German-American Cincinnati Christkindlmarkt in downtown Cincy! This festive, family-friendly market, located beside the Moerlein Lager House on the Schmidlapp Event Lawn and Stage in Smale Riverfront Park, next to The Banks, brings a magical…
Step into a world where magic comes alive! Warner Bros., Discovery Global Experiences and Fever present Harry Potter: A Forbidden Forest Experience. Venture deep into the mysterious Forbidden Forest and encounter mystical creatures like Hippogriffs, unicorns and Pygmy Puffs…
Get ready to groove at Winterhaus every Friday night this winter! Evening Piano at Winterhaus will feature live piano performances from local and regional musicians. Come down, grab your favorite drink and get ready to sway to the beat of a good tune. About Winterhaus: With the…
- Harriet Beecher Stowe House
- Recurring weekly on Friday, Saturday
Step into history this holiday season at the Harriet Beecher Stowe House! Journey through two remarkable eras of this iconic home, traveling back to 1840 when Harriet Beecher Stowe lived on the property as a young teacher and mother, shaping her groundbreaking antislavery novel…
During the holiday season, The Children’s Theatre of Cincinnati is bringing back one of its most popular shows in 105 years with "Elf The Musical JR.," a one-hour production as sweet and spirited as maple syrup. Join Buddy the Elf on his hilarious journey from the North Pole to…
Experience Kings Island as it transforms into an enchanting holiday wonderland at one of Cincinnati’s premier seasonal events, WinterFest! Wander through more than seven million lights, glide across the Royal Fountain ice-skating rink, enjoy dazzling entertainment, festive…
- Cincinnati Nature Center
- Recurring weekly on Sunday, Friday, Saturday
Step into the magic of Light in the Forest at the Cincinnati Nature Center! Wander a one-mile trail through glowing woodlands, shimmering ponds and open fields, all illuminated by dazzling light displays. This year, discover new installations from nine talented regional light…
- Recurring weekly on Friday, Saturday
Step into the magic of the holidays at Renaissance Park, home of the Ohio Renaissance Festival, as the village transforms into a glowing winter wonderland! On Friday and Saturday nights, be swept into a festive world of twinkling lights, holiday cheer and endless seasonal…
- Washington Park
- Recurring weekly on Sunday, Saturday
Skip the usual mall trip this holiday season and bring the family downtown to Washington Park for a Santa experience. Gather family and friends — even the family dog — and capture every moment with Santa. Visit the Sherwin-Williams Porch for drinks for all ages, from Coca-Cola…
- Fountain Square
- Recurring weekly on Saturday
The YMCA of Greater Cincinnati’s Downtown Dazzle returns to put a holiday twinkle in your eye. Head to Fountain Square for one of the season’s biggest highlights as Santa rappels from a Cincinnati skyrise, followed by a dazzling fireworks show. New this year, you and your family…
- Taft Museum of Art
- Recurring weekly on Sunday
Explore the Taft Museum of Art with Family Fundays! These special days offer a new experience to learn about different holiday traditions and histories each time you visit. Music, art-making and gallery engagements are sure to inspire young creators. November/December Family…
- Washington Park
- Recurring weekly on Sunday
Celebrate the season with Cocoa & Crafts at the Sherwin-Williams Porch in Washington Park — a festive evening of creativity and fun! Whether you’re a DIY pro or looking for a fun way to unwind at the end of your weekend, Cocoa & Crafts is the perfect way to celebrate the…
The Cincinnati Shakespeare Company (CSC) is bringing back its holiday hit, "Every Christmas Story Ever Told (And Then Some!)". What starts as a production of "A Christmas Carol" turns into a humorous look at holiday classics, including "It’s a Wonderful Life," "The Grinch,"…
Get ready to be dazzled this holiday season. “A Magical Cirque Christmas” brings together world-class cirque performers, breathtaking acrobatics and side-splitting comedy in one unforgettable celebration. Watch in awe as gravity-defying acts, incredible strength and heartwarming…
Damon Wayans Jr. takes the stage at Funny Bone Comedy Club at Liberty Center, about 30 minutes north of downtown Cincinnati. Known for his roles as Coach on "New Girl" and Brad Williams on ABC’s "Happy Endings," which earned him a Critics’ Choice Award nomination, Wayans brings…
Deck the halls to the treacherous screams inside The Dent Schoolhouse during A Christmas Nightmare. Combining two popular favorite holidays — Christmas and Halloween — see the Schoolhouse as it transforms into a haunted winter wonderland. Upon entering the notorious 19th-century…
The Cincinnati Cyclones are the city's two-time Kelly Cup Champion of the East Coast Hockey League (ECHL) and an affiliate of the National Hockey League's Toronto Maple Leafs. In Cincy, hockey is more than just a game. It's where non-stop action meets affordable family fun and…
- Cincinnati Music Hall
- Recurring daily
There’s nothing quite as magical as the memories made during the holiday season and, thanks to you, Holiday Pops has allowed us to share and create those memories year after year. With sold-out performances in a decked-out Music Hall, we invite you to join us again this year as…
River City Puppets and Memorial Hall present "A Muppet Christmas Carol" Film Screening with Live Musical Performance. Experience the beloved holiday Muppets classic as you’ve never seen it before! As songs like “One More Sleep Til Christmas” and “Marley & Marley” begin in the…
- Recurring on the 2nd Saturday of December
Join Towne Properties & The Mt. Adams Business Guild for a tail-wagging holiday celebration during its 34th Annual Reindog Parade! Held in the Cincinnati neighborhood of Mt.Adams for over the past 20 years, join furry canines and fellow owners as you participate in a unique…
Eat, drink and be Santa during Cincinnati Santacon! Join a joyful crowd as they spread holiday cheer throughout the Cincy Region, including Downtown Cincinnati, Over-the-Rhine, the Banks, Mt. Adam's, Factory 52, Newport on the Levee and Covington, Kentucky. Sing classic Christmas…
Candlelight concerts bring the magic of a live, multi-sensory musical experience to awe-inspiring locations like never before. Get your tickets now to discover the music of ABBA at Rhinegeist Brewery under the gentle glow of candlelight. Tentative Program Performed by…
A revolutionary story of passion, unstoppable ambition, and the dawn of a new nation. Hamilton is the epic saga that follows the rise of Founding Father Alexander Hamilton as he fights for honor, love and a legacy that would shape the course of a nation. Based on Ron Chernow’s…
Join Cincinnati Ballet for the magic of "The Nutcracker" this holiday season. No holiday is complete without a trip to the Land of Sweets! When a curious young girl named Clara receives a magical Nutcracker for Christmas, her dreams come to life. Joined by her Nutcracker Prince…
Candlelight concerts bring the magic of a live, multisensory musical experience to awe-inspiring locations in Cincinnati, like never before. Get your tickets now to discover the music of The Beatles at Rhinegeist Brewery under the gentle glow of candlelight. Tentative Program…
Travel across Berlin, New York, Paris, Buenos Aires and beyond as you ring in the New Year in the style of 1930s cabaret speakeasies. With an intoxicating blend of decadence, rebellion and raw emotion, cabaret music thrives on the tension between love and tragedy. Join John…
