in partnership with
and heard every Friday on the Weekend Rundown with JonJon and Friends on
Tour de Cincinnati does the research for fun things to do around the city so you don’t have to! Check out the list below for goings on ranging from markets and live music, to brewery fun and food events. Events are subject to change or cancellation. Be sure to click on their respective links for more information.
Be sure to listen to the Weekend Rundown with JonJon on Kiss107 every Friday. If you are unable to tune in on the radio, you can listen to Kiss on the iHeartRadio app or you can listen live here.
[If a link is broken, feel free to reach out for information.]
Wednesday
2nd Annual Servatii Cincinnati Christkindlmarkt Opening Night
Moerlein Lager House
Wednesday through Sunday every week the Schmidlapp Event Lawn will host a market, including a four-lane innertube ice slide, themed character days, Family Fun Wednesdays (kids 12 and under can dine for free with the purchase of a slide ticket), and half-price featured wine and bourbon every Thursday to toast the season. When the Bengals play at home, the market will open three hours early. Private, heated rental igloos will also be available. Closed on Christmas.
Friday
Shillito’s Elves Opening Day
The Foundry (across from Fountain Square)
One of Cincinnati’s most beloved traditions returns for another year of holiday magic. The Elves made their debut in the 1950s in the windows at Shillito’s, Cincinnati’s first department store. Through January 2.
Scuba Santa’s Water Wonderland Opening Day
Newport Aquarium, 9a
Playful penguins, colorful holiday lights, and a flurry of magical bubbles. Meet cheerful elves straight from the North Pole and join in the fun as Scuba Santa fills the Theater with bubbles.
Included with admission and membership
Kings Island WinterFest Opening Night
Kings Island, 4p
Step into a world of holiday magic featuring experiences and activities and festive food. Through December 31.
Admission starting at $29.99
Great Parks Holidays on the Farm Opening Day
Parky’s Farm, 5p
A world of festive wonder with hayrides, pony rides, carolers, farm animals, Santa, reindeer, holiday beer garden, and more. Through December 31.
Yuletide Village Opening Day
Renaissance Park, 5p
Holiday lights, festive shows, and a Yuletide Market full of gifts, as well as hot food and drinks available for purchase.
Deck the Y’alls Opening Night
Thomas More Stadium, 5:30p
The stadium is transformed into a winter wonderland full of two million lights choreographed to music, 50-foot animated tree, interactive experiences, entertainment, and food and drinks available for purchase.
Prolink’s Light Up the Square
Fountain Square, 6–9p
Kick off the holiday season with Fountain Square’s annual tree lighting celebration. Festivities begin at 5p with live music, followed by a special appearance by Santa Claus, then a dazzling fireworks display.
A Christmas Carol Opening Night
Playhouse in the Park, 7p
One of Cincinnati’s favorite holiday traditions. Showing through December 30. Suitable for ages 5 and up.
Click here to read more about Holiday Events in Cincinnati
Art Attack
Braxton Cincinnati, 7–11p
Curated pop-up art show of local artists displaying one of their best pieces for sale the night of the event. Artists will be onsite during the event and open for discussion about their artwork; making connections with the community.
Buffalo Wabs & The Price Hill Hustle
Southgate House Revival, 8p
Friday and Saturday
Shop Bellevue – Christmas Walk 2023
Bellevue Entertainment District
Annual tree lighting, business specials for the weekend, firetruck Santa, and more activities.
Shop Black Art on Black Friday
1815 Elm Street, 10a–6p
Two-day event featuring more than 10 Black artists as well as onsite custom framing and gift wrapping stations. Flow Pass members can gain access to an exclusive first look and private shopping preview from 9–10a on Friday. Presented by Gee Horton Studios and KIWAVI.
Inspired Music Fest 2023
The Woodward Theater
In benefit of Inhailer Radio.
18+
Friday–Sunday
Hometown for the Holidays
Historic Downtown Milford (DORA)
Complete weekend lineup of holiday activities, including visits with Santa, carolers, free antique fire engine rides, silo lighting at Little Miami Brewing Company (Friday at 7p), City of Milford tree lighting (Friday at 7p), horse-drawn carriage rides, holiday food drive at participating merchants, and more.
North Pole Express
LM&M Railroad
Experience the wonder of the holiday season by journeying down the train tracks of Warren County, Ohio. Passengers spend time with Santa and his elves on the one hour and 15 minute festive train ride. Additional dates: December 1–3, 7–10, 12–23.
Coach Class seats starting at $30
Winter Market Opening Weekend
Washington Park, 11a–5p
The Winter Marketwill feature regional artisans and crafters in cozily designed huts, with local organizations to curate each weekend (November 24–26; December 2–3, 9–10, 16–17)
Telford Tannenbaums
Alive & Well
Holiday tree sale in an old-time, classic tree lot, featuring both apartment-sized (4′) and full size (7–8′) trees. There will also be a new menu launch and Christmas carols.
Saturday
Small Business Saturday. Read more about Stocking Stuffers, Local Gift Sets, and check out Tour de Cincinnati’s Local Gift Guide.
Crafty Supermarket Holiday Show
Music Hall Ballroom, 11a–5p
100+ makers in one space for a holiday shopping extravaganza.
WestSide Holiday Market
Westwood Town Hall, 12–5p
Small business pop-up market showcasing over 100 local vendors, food trucks, and family friendly activities.
6th Annual Holiday Market
Streetside Brewery, 1–4p
Get some holiday shopping done with local vendors while enjoying local beer.
Norwood Light the Season
Factory 52, 4–9p
Kick off the holiday season with music, food, and fireworks.
FC Cincinnati Pre-Match at the Park
Washington Park, 4:30–7p
Music and family-friendly activities, food trucks, and beverages and drink specials served at the Porch. Come early for the Winter Market, which is taking place at the park from 11a to 5p.
FCC Playoff Party
Rhinegeist, 6p
FC Cincinnati pregame and playoff watch party featuring the match on the big screen with sound (8p kickoff), and limited-edition commemorative posters and postcards available in the taproom while they last.
Downtown Dazzle
Fountain Square, 6:30p
See Santa rappel from a Cincinnati skyrise and watch a fireworks display. Music and festivities start at 6:30p and the Downtown Dazzle show begins at 7. Enjoy a drink or hot cocoa at Fountain Square’s Bar or have fun at the ice rink.
Sunday
Everything Cincy Pre-Game Fest
Schmidlapp Event Lawn, 10a
Bengals pre-game party featuring DJ, fowling, 360 digital booth, bounce house, game day faceprinting, cornhole, signature cocktails, beer, and more.
Mount Adams Walking Tour
Meet at Mount Adams Bar and Grill, 1p
Guided walking tour of Cincinnati’s first suburb given by knowledgeable residents of Mount Adams. Tours every Sunday May through October.
Cinema Sundays: The Breakfast Club
Urban Artifact, 5p
Free admission, great beer.
Holiday Family Dinner Cruise
BB Riverboats, 6:30–8:30p
Dinner buffet, a two-hour river cruise, and special entertainment.
Ongoing
Union Terminal Rotunda Tours
Cincinnati Museum Center
Fridays at 1:30p, 2:30p, and 3:30p
Saturdays at 11:30a, 12:30p, and 1:30p
Sundays at 12:30p, 1:30p, and 2:30p
Sports
Xavier Musketeers MBB vs. Bryant Bulldogs
Cintas Center
Friday at 12p
Watch: FS1
Cincinnati Cyclones vs. Wheeling Nailers
Heritage Bank Center
Friday at 1:30p
Kids Eat Free Matinee
FC Cincinnati vs. Philadelphia Union
MLS Cup Playoffs
TQL Stadium
Saturday at 8p
Watch: Apple TV; Listen ESPN 1530
Week 12: Cincinnati Bengals vs. Pittsburgh Steelers
Paycor Stadium
Sunday at 1p
Watch: CBS; Listen ESPN 1530, 102.7 WEBN, 700 WLW
Events are subject to change or cancellation. Please click on the link for more information.
Cincinnati Gasped at the Idea of ‘Trial Marriages’ But Practiced Them Anyway [cincinnatimagazine.com]
Cincinnati Regional Chamber Announces Dates for its 2024 Festivals [citybeat.com]
Clifton Heights’ Good Plates Eatery to Hand Out Free Thanksgiving and Christmas Meals [citybeat.com]
Feel Good Food Stop in Newtown Hopes to Offer Welcoming and Nourishing Place to Eat [citybeat.com]
Fifty West Brewing Brings Back Ice Rink and Winter Activities for the Season [citybeat.com]
Shopping is Always an Experience at Jungle Jim’s [cincinnatimagazine.com]
These Cincinnati Organizations Will be Providing Free Thanksgiving Meals [cincinnati.com]
Comments are closed.