It's November in the Cincy Region, and there are a lot of things to do! Our region offers a variety of family fun activities, festivals, and sporting events for all to experience and enjoy. Here are some of the bigger events happening - it's time to plan your fall trip!

Ornament Blow Nov 16

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…

Festival of Ferns Nov 16

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…

Harry Potter: A Forbidden Forest Experience Nov 16

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…

A Christmas Story: The Musical Nov 16

Follow Ralphie Parker on his quest for the Holy Grail of Christmas gifts - the Red Ryder Carbine-Action BB Gun! Featuring all the beloved moments from the classic holiday film and a delightful score from Pasek & Paul ("The Greatest Showman," "Dear Evan Hansen"), this musical…

PNC Festival of Lights Nov 20

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…

Elm Street Plaza Grand Opening Nov 21

Elm Street Plaza is set to open as downtown Cincinnati’s newest city escape. The 2½-acre outdoor park transforms a long-underutilized space into a destination for recreation, celebration and cultural experiences. Part of the reimagined Convention District, the modern park…

Light Up the Levee Nov 22

You’re invited to celebrate the magic of the holiday season! Enjoy an evening of festive fun, including live music, fireworks and a visit from Santa Claus as Newport on the Levee lights its magnificent 50-foot tree! Schedule of Events: The Plaza: 3 p.m. | The Groove Crew is…

Servatii Cincinnati Christkindlmarkt Nov 22

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…

Thanksgiving Dinner Cruise Nov 27

Truly a feast to be thankful for! Let BB Riverboats chef create the perfect Thanksgiving dinner for you, your family and friends. Celebrate with "Cincinnati's River Tradition" and treat yourself to a traditional holiday feast with all the trimmings but without all the work! All…

Duke Energy's Light Up the Square Nov 28

Kick off the holiday season at downtown Cincinnati’s beloved Light Up the Square celebration! Be on Fountain Square for an unforgettable evening with live music, a visit from Santa Claus and a dazzling fireworks display. Join the excitement and help light up this year’s Duke…

Yuletide Village: Season of Lights Nov 28
  • 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…

Crafty Supermarket Nov 29

Find hidden gems and unique trinkets for everyone you love at the Crafty Supermarket. This holiday indie craft show brings artists, creators and crafters from across the U.S. to the Music Hall Ballroom, where 100+ makers will showcase their handmade wares. Shop one-of-a-kind…

Downtown Dazzle Nov 29

Downtown Dazzle is back to put a holiday twinkle in your eye! Head to Fountain Square every Saturday through December for one of the biggest highlights of the holiday season. See Santa rappel from a Cincinnati skyrise and wait with anticipation for the sky to fill with a festive…