Holiday Happenings & Upcoming Events in Greater Cincinnati - November 12-19
- Nov 11, 2015
- 8 min read
During the holiday season, Greater Cincinnati is jam packed with family fun. Since there is so much to see and do, we're going to break down the upcoming events into weekly installments. Hopefully, this will help you with your planning. We'll also have a listing of ongoing events at the end of the post which will get longer as more recurring events are added. You can also find these events on our monthly top picks calendar and many will be posted in our FREE weekly e-newsletter (click here to join). It's also a good idea to check with the venue before heading out in case of inclement weather or possible date or time changes.
Thursday Nov. 12
Fall for Art - Highfield Discovery Garden (also on Nov. 13 & 14).
"Let’s use the colors of fall to get inspired. Join us to examine some art inspired by nature and make a project of your very own to take home. Glenwood Gardens/Highfield Discovery Garden (Program included in Highfield admission: $2/person)." (from GreatParks.org)"
Thursday Art Play - Contemporary Arts Center - Mothersbaugh Mania - 10:30 a.m. 44 East 6th St.
"A great way to schedule creative play time with your little ones. This program uses storytelling, performance and hands-on artmaking activities to excite and educate our youngest visitors. It is designed especially for children ages 3 to 5 years old, and their parents and caregivers." (from contemporaryartscenter.org)
Friday, Nov. 13
Theophilus North - Mason High School Drama Club - Nov. 13 & 14. Tickets are $10/adults & $8/students, children and seniors.
"Theophilus North is a new play written in 2006 by Matthew Burnett, based on the semi-autobiographical novel by Thornton Wilder. Wilder is best known for his play, Our Town. Set in the Roaring 20’s, the play tells the story of a frustrated 30 year old Yale educated teacher who quits his job and sets out to see the world. Buying a car and heading north, he ends up in the affluent community of Newport, Rhode Island. Taking odd jobs to get by, he gets entangled in the drama and intrigue that the island offers. By helping to improve the lives of those around him, he struggles to come to terms with finding meaning for his own life.. It is a funny and touching play that you won’t want to miss. Theophilus is PG rated and contains mild adult language and situations. It is suitable for all but the youngest of audience members." (from MasonDrama.com)
Greater Cincinnati Holiday Market - Nov. 13-15 - Duke Energy Convention Center. Friday & Sat. (10am - 6 pm), Sunday (10am-5pm). Discount tickets available at Kroger (save $3).
"Cincinnati’s most exciting extravaganza gives “Shop till you drop” a whole new meaning!If you are ready to get into the holiday spirit this season, The Greater Cincinnati Holiday MarketSM is the place to be!" (from CincinnatiHolidayMarket.com).
Throwback Night - Cincinnati Cyclones - $10/tickets. US Bank Arena - Gates open 6:30 p.m. & puck drops at 7:30 p.m.
Saturday, Nov. 14
Mason Kiwanis Pancake Breakfast - Mason Middle School - 7am-1pm.
Thanksgiving on the Ohio Frontier - Shawnee Lookout, historic log cabin - Nov. 14, 2-5 p.m. FREE.
"Step back 200 years in the past to the first Thanksgiving on the Ohio frontier. The Society of Northwest Longhunters reenactors will portray Shawnee Native Americans, early European settlers and military personnel. Exchanges between Native Americans and settlers will occur on the half hour. Samples of period fare will be available. Shawnee Lookout/Historic Log Cabin." (from GreatParks.org)
The Legend of Sleepy Hollow - Madcap Puppets - Cincinnati Art Museum's Hats Off Series - 1 p.m. & 3 p.m. - $8/person and free for members.
"The lanky schoolmaster, Ichabod Crane, can't decide what's worse in the glen of Sleepy Hollow, the headless horseman or the silliest of ghosts, the horseless headman. To complicate matters Ichabod unwittingly vies with the local brute, Brom Bones, for the affections of Katrina Van Tassal. Ichabod endures a series of pranks and ghost stories, only to find himself on the ride of his life in this hilarious version of Washington Irving's classic short story." (from CincinnatiArtMuseum.org).
Cincinnati Family Kids & Family Expo - Mason Community Center - 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. - 6050 Mason Montgomery Rd., Mason. FREE.
Olde West Chester Christmas Walk - Nov. 14, 2-7 p.m. - FREE
Greater Cincinnati Holiday Market - Nov. 14 - Duke Energy Convention Center. (10am - 6 pm). Discount tickets available at Kroger (save $3).
Nutcracker Jazzed Up Festival - Nov. 14, 6:30 p.m. - 9 p.m. - $5/ages 12 and under, $10/adults. de la Dance Center. Christmas pop up shop, meet the de la Dance company dancers, Santa and more. Bring an ornament for the community tree.
Theophilus North - Mason High School Drama Club - Nov. 13 & 14. Tickets are $10/adults & $8/students, children and seniors.
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Stepping Forward - Service in the Parks - MetroParks of Butler County - VOA - Nov. 14, 9a.m. - Noon. RSVP.
"Step forward today to improve your parks by volunteering for service days. There are a variety of opportunities available. Help get ready for winter. Spruce up the park along the boundaries to the center; ready Chill Hill for winter activities; care of trees.Great opportunity for student service hours, families and youth groups. Online Volunteer Application & Opportunities Directory: http://yourmetroparks.net/volunteer.asp For more information call (513) 867-5835." (from MetroParksof Butler County).
Santa's Frosty Follies - Covedale Center for the Performing Arts. Tickets are $6/person. Showtime is 11 a.m.
"A Holiday Musical Revue! "There's no business like SNOW business! This spectacular review features that "hoofer from way back” (Rudolph), the “rockin', rollin' snow man" (Frosty), “the lovely lady in white” (Suzy Snowflake) and the star of our show, Santa Claus! With loads of humor and contemporary music, join Santa and his friends in some Holiday Hoop-la for all ages. Then join us for the Santa Claus parade and photos. Sure to win your heart over and put you in the Christmas spirit!" (from Cincinnati Landmark Productions)
Sunday, Nov. 15
Greater Cincinnati Holiday Market - Nov. 15 - Duke Energy Convention Center. Sunday (10am-5pm). Discount tickets available at Kroger (save $3).
The Legend of Sleepy Hollow - Madcap Puppets - Cincinnati Art Museum's Hats Off Series - 1 p.m. & 3 p.m. - $8/person and free for members.
"Get ready for Thanksgiving with this turkey of a Funday! Make a bird to take home, explore different animal textures at the Art Cart, and hunt for birds in the art collection. Tom “The Space Painter” Sparough will get things flying with his juggling show at 2 p.m." (from www.taftmuseum.org).
Tuesday, November 17
Bowling on Ice - Foutain Square - Nov. 17, 5-10 p.m.
"Grab a friend and head to the US Bank Ice Rink at Fountain Square for a few frames of bowling… But there’s a twist! You’re the bowling ball. Rink admission: $6Skate rental & Bowling Pass: $4 (which will be donated to St. . Vincent de Paul) or FREE if you bring two non-perishable food items to donate to SVDP. (from myfountainsquare.com)."
Wednesday, November 18
Watch It & Wear It Wednesday - Foutain Square - 5- 9 p.m. Enjoy a fun family night and see a FREE movie on the big screen and dress the part. This week see Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles.
Thursday, November 19
Miami Township's Holiday Parade - Nov. 19, 7 p.m.
"Bring your lawn chair and join us on the parade route that starts at Miami Plaza to Meijer proceeds along Business 28 to enjoy the sights & sounds of the holiday. High School marching bands, lighted floats, businesses, Miami Township Fire, Police, Service & Recreation Departments, churches, school groups & civic organizations participate to make this a fun community event." (from Miami Township).
Main Street Thanksgiving Progressive Dinner - Nov. 19, 6-9 p.m. Advanced ticket purchase required.
"Prepare your palate for Main Street Thanksgiving Progressive Dinner 6 to 9 p.m. Nov. 19 starting at Park + Vine, with other stops at Iris Book Cafe, MOTR, Hen of the Woods, and Macaron Bar, and treats from Chocolats Latour, Grateful Grahams, and Happy Chicks Bakery. Get inspiration for a Thanksgiving meal centered around festive plant-based foods, while sampling a progressive-style menu composed of appetizers, soups and salads, main dishes, dessert and drinks. Menu is vegan from start to finish. Proceeds are split among participating businesses and Community Shares of Greater Cincinnati, which provides grassroots, progressive organizations with a source of unrestricted, operating funds through workplace payroll deduction campaigns and direct donations. Tickets ($30 per person) are transferable, but not refundable." (from Facebook events)
Thursday Art Play - Contemporary Arts Center - Holiday Decorating - 10:30 a.m. 44 East 6th St.
"A great way to schedule creative play time with your little ones. This program uses storytelling, performance and hands-on artmaking activities to excite and educate our youngest visitors. It is designed especially for children ages 3 to 5 years old, and their parents and caregivers." (from contemporaryartscenter.org)
Ongoing Events:
Veteran's Week - Newport Aquarium - through Nov. 15. Veteran's and active military get FREE admission to the Newport Aquarium. Just show military ID at the ticket window. Family members will also get discounted admission.
The Poinsettia Express - Krohn Conservatory - Nov. 14 - Jan. 3. Get $1 off coupon by visiting CincinnatiParks website.
Christmas at EnterTRAINment Junction - November 14, 2015 - January 02, 2016
"Create a holiday tradition for your family! See the magic of Christmas at the home of the World's Largest Indoor Train Display. Take a "Journey to the North Pole", where you can can meet Mrs. Claus and Santa himself. See our "Main Street Holiday Trains" displays which offers some beautiful winter train displays that are FREE to the public. Extended Hours! From December 12th through December 23rd and December 26th through December 30th we will remain open until 9pm. The Junction is closed on Thanksgiving and Christmas day and closes at 4pm on Christmas Eve and New Year's Eve. Santa goes on vacation after Christmas." (from EnterTRAINment Junction).
Ice Skating - Fountain Square - Pre-Holiday Hours (through Dec. 18)
Monday – Thursday: Noon to 10:00pm
Friday & Saturday: 9:00am to 11:00pm
Sunday: 9:00am to 9:00pm
Exceptions:
Friday, October 30: 5:00pm to 11:00pm
Wednesday, November 25: 9:00am to 11:00pm
Thursday, November 26: 9:00am to 11:00pm
Cost: $6.00 admission and $4.00 skate rental. Payable by cash or credit card (Visa/MasterCard/AmEx).
Holiday Junction Featuring the Duke Energy Trains - Cincinnati Museum Center - Nov. 6 - Jan. 3, 2016.
"Holiday Junction is back and it’s going to be one of the best years yet! With more lights, new trains and lots of family-friendly activities, you’ll have plenty of reasons to be a part of the magic all season long. Duke Energy customers can get FREE vouchers to see Holiday Junction featuring the Duke Energy Holiday Trains from Nov. 6 through Dec. 24, 2015!" (from Cincinnati Museum Center).
Antique Christmas at the Taft - Nov. 6 - Jan. 3, 2016 (FREE admission on Sunday).
"Get into the holiday mood by visiting the Taft’s annual display of antique ornaments, decorations, and toys. Thanks to generous lenders from Cincinnati and beyond, you can escape to a winter wonderland of Christmas past." (from www.taftmuseum.org).
The Art of the Brick - Cincinnati Museum Center - through May 1, 2016.
"The Art of the Brick presents LEGO® bricks in a whole new light, demonstrating the potential of creativity and the power of imagination. The Art of the Brick features over 100 works of art by contemporary artist Nathan Sawaya. But rather than paint and canvas, these masterpieces are made entirely of LEGO bricks. Millions and millions of little LEGO bricks." (from Cincinnati Museum Center)
- La Comedia Dinner Theatre - Nov. 4 - Dec. 31.
Disclaimer: Double check with venue in case dates/times have changed or to see if event cancelled due to inclement weather.
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