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Thursday
Fiona: The Musical Opening Night
Ensemble Theatre
Based on the true story of the hippo that store the world’s heart. Showing through December 29.
Friday
First Friday Holiday Night Market
Bellevue Entertainment District, 5–9p
Businesses and the BED (Bellevue Entertainment District) will be open late for sipping and shopping.
Light in the Forest Opening Night
Cincinnati Nature Center, 5:30–9p (select dates)
Celestial walk through the illuminated woods, featuring light displays and interactive activities, as well as music, food trucks, drinks, and holiday shopping. Purchase your timed entry tickets here.
Click here to read more about Holiday Events in Cincinnati
Jingle & Mingle
Joseph Beth Booksellers, 6p
Night of holiday shopping and giveaways.
Friday and Saturday
Essex Studios Art Walk
Essex Studios, 6–10p
Winter art walk and final open studios event of the year featuring Cincinnati’s most diverse collection of talent under one roof.
Friday–Sunday
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 7–10, 12–23.
Coach Class seats starting at $30
Winter Market
Agape Mercantile
Support small businesses and grab a bite to eat at a nearby OTR restaurant. Chef Ryan Knuth will be there on Saturday and Sunday with handcrafted spice mixes and rubs.
Saturday
&Sundries and Friends Present Joyful and Jolly
East Walnut Hills
Kick off the holiday season by shopping small in East Walnut Hills. Visit four participating businesses and collect four punches on the passport to enter to win more than $1500 in prizes.
2023 Clay Alliance Holiday Pottery Fair
Clifton Recreation Center, 10a
Shop a select group of ceramic arts members—each one different and unique. So many beautiful things all in one large room.
12th Annual Holiday One Stop Shop
Wyoming Civic Center, 10a–3p
The Civic Center is transformed into a Holiday Bazaar where you can support local vendors while shopping for jewelry, personalized stationery, monogramming, spirit wear, and more. Food will be available.
Red Dog’s Santa Paws
MadTree Taproom, 10a–4p
Get a digital photo of your pet with Santa for a $15 suggested donation to League for Animal Welfare (cash or card).
Junior League of Cincinnati Tour of Kitchens
Anderson Township, 11a–3p
Self-guided tour of festive holiday kitchens and homes in Anderson Township, including a “Toast to the Tour” at Coldstream Country Club from 10a to 2p featuring light bites, drinks, holiday market, and more.
2023 Norwood Christmas Town
Norwood Middle School and blocks around Elm and Station Avenues, 11a–6p
Free activities for the whole family, including a carousel, carriage rides, petting zoo, nativity scene, craft vendors, food trucks, and more.
Dark Charge Winter Block Party
Braxton Covington, 11a–11p
Music, food, and Dark Charge variants.
Holiday Market
Taft’s Brewpourium, 11:30a–3:30p
Ship and shop from local vendors including jewelry, art, home decor, and more.
Dad Day
Rhinegeist, 12–6p
Bust out the Party Plaid, buff up the good sneakers, and dust off those dad jokes, because Dad Day is back in the Taproom to celebrate the release of Rhinegeist’s Hoppy Holiday Ale. Enjoy holiday-themed cocktails and more.
Nick Mundy’s Alive & Well Fest
Alive & Well, 12–6p
Family friendly mini wellness street festival in support of Nick Mundy, in his third round of cancer treatment, featuring mini workouts, cold plunges, food trucks, and vendors. Kids activities will include face painting, balloon animals, and a craft table.
Donations and entry to raffle here.
Free admission
FC Cincinnati Pre-Match at the Park
Washington Park, 3p
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.
Winter Market
Wandering Monsters, 4–7p
Shopping event featuring local vendors, specialty drinks, and giveaways.
Christmas Tree Lighting Festival
Downtown Loveland, 4–8p
Free, family-friendly event for all ages, including market, crafts and activities, caroling, character meet and greet, photo ops, entertainment, food trucks, and more.
Market Bleu Winter Quarter Market
Contemporary Arts Center, 6–10p
Quarterly event at the CAC where you can enjoy a drink while shopping unique handmade goods from regional artisans and artists.
Free admission
Downtown Dazzle
Fountain Square, 6–10p
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.
14th Anniversary Celebration
Marty’s Hops & Vines, 6–10:30p
Live music, cake, and drink specials ($2 off wine pours and draft beer from 5p to close).
It’s A Wonderful Life Showing
Bircus Brewing Company, 7:30–9:30p
FREE screening of the holiday classic.
Saturday and Sunday
Holiday Market
Findlay Market
Farmers and outdoor vendors + dozens of full-time merchants selling holiday gifts, food and decor. Bundle up, grab your friends, and support local this holiday season.
Winter Market
Washington Park, 11a–5p
Regional artisans and crafters in cozily designed huts.
Sunday
MadTree’s Winter Market
MadTree Taproom, 10a–3p
Locally crafted and sourced goods to make holiday shopping easy.
Holiday Family Funday: German Christmas
Taft Museum of Art, 10a–4p
Free music, art-making, and gallery experiences.
Registration not required but encouraged
Market on Main: Holiday Edition
Woodward Theater, 11a–4p
Support small businesses this holiday season with more than 30 unique vendors, food trucks, specialty cocktails, build-your-own bouquet bar, photo booth, and more.
Free admission
Mainstrasse Christkindlmarkt
Mainstrasse Covington, 11a–5p
Based on traditional Christmas markets that are popular throughout Germany. Enjoy shopping for unique gifts from vendors, and grab food and drink at the event or nearby at a local spot. There will also be music and activities for the children.
Holiday Brunch Cruise
BB Riverboats, 12–2p
Holiday Brunch, sightseeing, and Dixieland Jazz Band.
Winter Market
Sam Adams Cincinnati Taproom, 12–4p
Craft vendors, pints of Winter Lager, and seasonal food specials.
Holiday Art Market
Hi-Wire Brewing, 12–5p
Discover unique, locally-made gifts, including art, jewelry, pottery, and more. Curated by Paper Acorn.
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.
Winter Market
Northside Tavern, 4–10p
Over 20 vendors selling handmade goods, vintage clothing, lunar calendars, baked treats, local art, and more, plus the Chris Comer Trio performing live from 7 to 10.
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
Cincinnati Bearcats WBB vs. Tennessee State
Fifth Third Arena
Friday at 6p
Watch: ESPN+
Xavier Musketeers MBB vs. Houston Cougars
Cintas Center
Friday at 6:30p
Watch: FS1
Cincinnati Cyclones vs. Iowa Heartlanders
Heritage Bank Center
Friday at 7:30p
Coffee mug giveaway
FC Cincinnati vs. Columbus Crew
MLS Cup Playoffs
TQL Stadium
Saturday at 6p
Watch: Apple TV; Listen ESPN 1530
Cincinnati Cyclones vs. Fort Wayne Komets
Heritage Bank Center
Saturday at 7:30p
Scarf giveaway
Cincinnati Bearcats MBB vs. Florida Gulf Coast
Fifth Third Arena
Sunday at 1p
Watch: ESPN+; Listen 700 WLW
Week 13: Cincinnati Bengals @ Jacksonville Jaguars
Monday at 8:15p
Watch: ESPN, WLWT; Listen ESPN 1530, 102.7 WEBN, 700 WLW
Events are subject to change or cancellation. Please click on the link for more information.
Braxton Brewing’s Dark Charge Block Party Features New Imperial Stouts and an Exclusive Dinner [citybeat.com]
Cincinnati Earns Perfect Score in Annual LGBTQ+ Equality Survey [cincinnati.com]
Esquire Names OTR’s Nolia One of the 50 Best New Restaurants in the US [citybeat.com]
FC Cincinnati and MVP Lucho Acosta Are in the Driver’s Seat [cincinnatimagazine.com]
Giving the Gift of Green [cincinnatimagazine.com]
Hometown Heroes [cincinnatimagazine.com]
How a Cincinnati School Teacher Ran the Distance of Cincinnati to Atlanta in 108 Hours [cincinnati.com]
Lucy Blue Returns to OTR [cincinnatimagazine.com]
Made With Love: Cincinnati Chefs Share the Holiday Dishes They Love and How to Ace Your Holiday Feast [citybeat.com]
Photos: FC Cincinnati Advance to First Conference Final in Club History [citybeat.com]
Purcell Junior Dee Alexander a Preseason All-American [cincinnati.com]
The Revamp of a 1920s Clifton Home [cincinnatimagazine.com]
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