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November
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23 Must-Do Cincinnati Area Holiday Events
During the holidays the Cincinnati area turns into a winter wonderland. Snow blankets the city and downtown is adorned with millions of twinkling lights. Between the festivals, holiday markets, theater performances and light displays, it's hard to decide how to celebrate. To make it a little easier, we put together a list of our most anticipated events of the season. There are opportunities to get a little gift shopping done, experience some magical shows and even watch Santa swim with sharks. We guarantee there's something for everyone in the Queen City this holiday season, so get the family together and hit the town!
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November
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The 10 Best Family Photographers in Cincinnati
It seems like just yesterday that your little ones were born. In a blink of an eye, they're suddenly going off to college and starting families of their own! Time flies when you're having fun, so it's important to hold onto the moments that make life special — birthdays, holidays, weddings, graduations and even the little moments every day that we don't think about until they're over.
Cincinnati is home to a ton of incredibly talented photographers that want to help you preserve your family memories. Though, finding a photographer that makes you feel comfortable and who also provides beautiful images that will suit your specific needs can be hard. So, we rounded up some of our favorite photographers in Cincinnati so that you can find one that clicks!
Sweet Things Photography
October
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Your Guide to Gluten-Free Restaurants in the Cincinnati Area
Over the last several years, restaurants across the globe have adjusted to common dietary restrictions in order to accommodate vegan, vegetarian, dairy-free and gluten-free guests. Cincinnati is no exception, as the city has a number of restaurants with significant gluten-free options, a complete gluten-free menu, or sometimes, no gluten in the kitchen whatsoever. Explore the myriad of options at your fingertips in Cincinnati, whether you're temporarily cutting out gluten, you have a gluten intolerance, or you have celiac disease.
Need additional support? Consider joining the Gluten-Free in Cincinnati Facebook group for suggestions and insight from other gluten-free residents and visitors in the city. The group also shares general news and update...
October
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12 Pumpkin Patches You Can Visit Near Cincinnati this Fall
This post was updated on September 4, 2019 to reflect current information.
If you're looking for historic, educational and kid-friendly farm experiences around Cincinnati, you're in the right place. Right here in our southwest corner of Ohio and into Kentucky, we have countless farms and orchards that have been family-owned-and-operated for decades. During the fall, these places turn festive, selling their homegrown pumpkins and hand-picked apples alongside seasonal fun like corn mazes, hayrides and petting zoos. This year, make the most of the season and see how many of these pumpkin patches you can visit. There might even be one on the list that turns into your new favorite family tradition. Enjoy!Blooms & Berries Farm Market
9669 S. St. Rt. 48, Loveland, Ohio | Facebook Open daily throughout the fall, Blooms & Berries is the home of a huge, seven-acre corn maze, a mini kids' maze, duck races, cow train rides, and hayrides to the pumpkin patch. After you've picked your pumpkin, the whole family can enjoy fresh-pressed apple cider and caramel apples, too!Brown's Family Farm Market
11620 Hamilton Cleves Road, Hamilton, Ohio | Facebook
Burger Farm & Garden Center
7849 Main St, Cincinnati, Ohio | Facebook Rated the top pumpkin patch/farm by Cincinnati Magazine in 2017, Burger Farm & Garden Center is a must-visit this fall. Their Pumpkin Festival is one of the largest in Cincinnati, occurs every weekend in October, and is complete with pumpkins, corn stalks, mums, gourds, apple cider, pumpkin land characters, rides, games, food, music, farm animals, crafts and more.Burwinkel Farms
4359 Hamilton Cleves Rd, Ross, Ohio | Facebook
This small, family-owned farm has been in operation since 1918, accumulating one hundred years of experience in growing, harvesting and celebrating. During the fall, that culminates into an October fall extravaganza complete with more than 20 varieties of locally grown apples, corn stalks, gourds and pumpkins of all kinds, Indian corn, apple cider and mums. While visiting the farm in Ross, families can also enjoy the corn maze, the skid maze, the Halloween scavenger hunt, the crawl-through straw tunnel, the corn pool and weekend hayrides!
Farm Haven
10259 Tadpole Ln, Union, Kentucky | Facebook Open Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays through October, Farm Haven is the place to go for seasonal fun. Your admission price of $10 includes a trip through the maze, a hayride to feed the cows, time in the petting zoo, access to the labyrinth and a tour of the farm's log cabin which was built in the early 1800s. While you're picking your pumpkin, be sure to buy some Kentucky Proud Fudge, too!Irons Fruit Farm
1640 Stubbs Mills Rd, Lebanon, Ohio | Facebook
Kinman Farms
4175 Burlington Pike, Burlington, Kentucky | Facebook Fall Fest at Kinman Farms is unlike any other event of the season. Celebrating their 12th year in 2018, the festival will include bonfires, games, rides on The Great Pumpkin Express, a five-acre corn maze, the Kinman Carnival Tent, live bands, pony rides and even laser tag! While you're there, pick your perfect pumpkin and be sure to get a caramel apple fresh from the bakery.McGlasson Farms
5832 River Rd, Hebron, Kentucky | Facebook
Neltner's Farm
6922 4 Mile Rd, Melbourne, Kentucky | Facebook For six generations, Neltner's Farm has been a picturesque setting for farm fun and special events. Their Fall Fest is in full swing throughout October and includes horse-drawn wagon rides, a model train display, a corn maze, a pick-your-own pumpkin patch, a petting zoo, pony rides, homemade food and ice cream, a farm shop, crafts, face-painting, seasonal apples, folk art, a barrel train and even live music! Check out the lineup of local musicians and bands.Niederman Family Farm
5110 Lesourdsville West Chester Rd, Liberty Township, Ohio | Facebook Happening through October 28th this year, Niederman's Fall Festival is celebrating 70 years of farm fun. Their pick-your-own pumpkin patch is home to hundreds of gourds and the festival boasts bonfires available to rent, a spectacular corn maze, and seasonal treats like sugar and cinnamon donuts, Niederman Family Farm kettle corn, apple butters, pumpkin butters, hot roasted nuts and more.Parky's Farm
10073 Daly Rd, Cincinnati, Ohio | Facebook
Right here in Cincinnati, Parky's Farm is run by Great Parks of Hamilton County and is nestled on more than 100 acres in Winton Woods. Those acres are home to beehives, goats, gardens, chicken coops, farmland and a barnyard. A visit during the fall means you can find out what it's like to grow up on a farm and take home your own pumpkin.
Shaw Farms
1737 OH-131, Milford, Ohio | Facebook Shaw Farms is a farm fun, family-friendly destination year-round. Throughout the month of October, that fun turns festive with a huge corn maze and a kid-friendly treasure hunt, two interactive playgrounds as well as horse and tractor-drawn hayrides through the scenic countryside. In addition to all that fun, you can take home your own pumpkins and apples, too!Happy Pumpkin Picking!
September
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20 Essential Fall Events + Festivals in the Cincinnati Area
The leaves, they are a-changin'! That means fall is in full swing in Cincinnati — a city that sure knows how to celebrate the season to the fullest. There are several festive events taking place throughout the region in the final days of September and throughout the month of October focused on everything from beer to pumpkins, and everything in between!
Take a look at the many exciting fall events in Cincinnati to maximize this glorious pumpkin-filled season.
Coney Island Amusement Park throws the ultimate fall party each year, featuring rides, shows, pumpkin throws, hayrides, trick-or-treating, a petting zoo, s'mores and so much more. Don't miss Fall-O-Ween on the first three weekends of October. General admission is $12 for ages 2 and up and includes access to a number of experiences — but there are additional activities available, costing $4 each.
Since its inception as the Minges Pumpkin Festival in 1984, this annual event now held at Weber's Farm Market in Harrison has evolved into a massive celebration of autumn and all its glory. The Weber Family Pumpkin Festival features live music, more than 150 arts and crafts exhibitors, delicious food, live demonstrations, and many activities for kids. The event showcases many elements of the farm and encourages visitors to develop a deep connection with both agriculture and their community. Admission is $5 and free for kids 12 and under.
SEPTEMBER EVENTS:
Oktoberfest Zinzinnati
September 21–23 Location: Downtown Cincinnati (Second and Third Streets between Walnut and Elm)Held in the heart of downtown Cincinnati, Oktoberfest Zinzinnati is America's largest Oktoberfest celebration. This annual festival highlights the rich German heritage of Southwest Ohio in addition to samples of German-style music, food and beer. First held in 1976, the event has grown to attract more than 575,000 people each year! One of the best parts? Admission to Oktoberfest Zinzinnati is completely free. Take a look at the event schedule to plan your visit to this exciting community tradition.View this post on Instagram
Oktoberfest Newport
September 28–30 Location: Riverboat Row, Newport, KY The Oktoberfest celebrations continue across the river at Riverboat Row in Newport. Oktoberfest Newport is held in a large festival tent sponsored by various breweries serving German-style beer. Enjoy continuous live entertainment and of course, German food, music and beer at this free festival. Plus, don't miss the fireworks show after the Reds game!Great Pumpkin Fest at Kings Island
September 29–October 28 (Saturdays and Sundays) Location: Kings Island, Mason On Saturdays and Sundays through the month of October, head to Kings Island for an action-packed pumpkin celebration. The Great Pumpkin Fest is all treats and no tricks when it comes to family-friendly fun, including live entertainment, mazes, trick-or-treating, and much more. Visit Lucy's Witch's Kitchen, pet Snoopy's Barnyard Friends or converse with The Great Pumpkin himself. Purchase tickets in advance for the festivities at Kings Island!Jack O'Lantern Junction
September 29–October 31 Location: EnterTRAINment Junction, West Chester Township The EnterTRAINment Junction in the West Chester Township is packed with fun all month long leading up to Halloween. Jack O'Lantern Junction offers endless fun for all ages, featuring a kid-friendly trick-or-treat maze, an animated display, and the area's only indoor pumpkin patch, where kids get a free mini pumpkin. This is the perfect rainy day activity for fall!OCTOBER EVENTS:
HallZOOween at the Cincinnati Zoo
October 6–7, 13–14, 20–21 + 27–28 Location: Cincinnati Zoo, Cincinnati Each weekend throughout the month of October, take a walk on the wild side with the zoo's special HallZOOween event. Activities include trick-or-treating, special animal encounters, a Hogwarts Express train ride, a Scare-ousel, and much more! There is no additional charge beyond zoo admission to attend this event. Help the zoo go green by bringing your own treat bag.Fright Night Flicks at Washington Park
October 3, 10, 17 + 24 Location: Washington Park, Cincinnati Fright Night Flicks is a weekly series in October featuring a free Halloween movie screening each Wednesday at Washington Park. The movie starts at 8 p.m., but arrive early to grab a good spot on the grass and a drink from the bar. Bring your own lawn chairs, blankets and a picnic basket to complete the experience! Fright Night Flicks 2018 Schedule: October 3: Hocus Pocus October 10: E.T. October 17: Ghost Busters October 24: Nightmare Before ChristmasDonauschwaben Oktoberfest
October 5–7 Location: Donauschwaben Park, Cincinnati The Donauschwaben Oktoberfest is hosted by the Cincinnati Donauschwaben Society, a non-profit organization dedicated to the preservation of German language and culture. The society's authentic Oktoberfest is held at Donauschwaben Park in the Colerain Township, where you'll find over 25 beers on tap, live entertainment, homemade food and a car show on Sunday. Admission is $3 for adults and free for children 12 and under!Sunflower Festival
October 6–7 Location: Gorman Heritage Farm, Evendale Make a trip to Gormon Heritage Farm in Evendale for the Sunflower Festival, a two-day celebration of all things related to the beautiful sunflower. Enjoy fall fun for all ages, including farm animals, food trucks, hayrides, arts and crafts, pumpkins, live music, pick-your-own sunflowers, a sunflower maze, and much more. The festival is from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. on both Saturday and Sunday and admission is $8 for adults, $5 for kids and seniors, and free for members and kids under 3.Fall-O-Ween at Coney Island
October 6–7, October 13–14 + October 20–21 Location: Coney Island Amusement Park, Cincinnati
Coney Island Amusement Park throws the ultimate fall party each year, featuring rides, shows, pumpkin throws, hayrides, trick-or-treating, a petting zoo, s'mores and so much more. Don't miss Fall-O-Ween on the first three weekends of October. General admission is $12 for ages 2 and up and includes access to a number of experiences — but there are additional activities available, costing $4 each.
Halloween Nights at Parky's Farm
October 11–28 (Thursdays–Sundays) Location: Parky's Farm, Cincinnati Bring your little ones to Parky's Farm for a not-so-scary nighttime Halloween party on Thursdays, Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays, October 11–28. Fall activities at the farm include hay wagon rides, an inflatable obstacle course, a campfire, a bounce house, a "hardly haunted" castle, magic and juggling shows, pony rides, and much more! Tickets are available at the gate for $8 per person or in advance for $7 per person. Admission for children under 2 is free.Bluestone Ivory Halloween Dance Party at Moonlite Gardens
October 12 Location: Coney Island Amusement Park, Cincinnati For over 20 years, Moonlite Gardens has been a summertime tradition for Coney Island. The party is continuing well past summer at the Bluestone Ivory Halloween Dance Party! Gates open at 7 p.m. and Bluestone Ivory takes the stage at 8 p.m. until midnight. Tickets are $10 at the door, $8 in advance and only $5 if you wear a costume! There will be drawings for prizes, themed mixed drinks, and various snacks and drinks, including coffee, hot chocolate and hot apple cider. This is a party you don't want to miss.Operation Pumpkin in Hamilton
October 12–14 Location: Downtown Hamilton Make a trip to downtown Hamilton for this exciting annual tradition! Operation Pumpkin is a three-day festival featuring live music, a zip line, crafts, and lots of food and drinks. Popular events include the Lil' Miss Punkin beauty pageant on Saturday and the Pet Parade on Sunday with a costume contest for various dog size categories.The Great Pumpkin Fest
October 13 Location: Keehner Park, West ChesterThis free family-friendly festival at Keehner Park in West Chester features endless fun and entertainment, including a puppet show and the Primrose School costume contest for ages 0–12. Plus, guests can enjoy a not-so-scary haunted trail, a petting zoo, a pony carousel, horse-drawn wagon rides and face painting — all at no cost! Food and drinks will be available for purchase.View this post on Instagram
College Hill Pumpkin Patch Fall Festival
October 13 Location: Town Hall Park, Cincinnati The College Hill community hosts an exciting pumpkin patch and fall festival each year, featuring lots of fall activities and games, live music, storytelling, food trucks and vendors, pony rides, and much more. Plus, the festival is followed by a family movie night to top off the festivities! This event is completely free to attend and some activities cost extra.Trunk 'R Treat Fall Festival at Beech Acres
October 20 Location: Beech Acres Park, Cincinnati The Anderson Parks District invites you to one of the community's favorite annual events, the Truck 'R Treat Fall Festival at Beech Acres. Enjoy a classic car show, music, games, prizes and lots of candy distributed from the trunks of classic cars decorated for Halloween. Costumes are encouraged for children participating in "trunk 'r treat" and $5 tickets can be purchased at the event.Zombie Ball: The 4th Annual Dance of the UnDead on Pyramid Hill
October 20 Location: Pyramid Hill Sculpture Park & Museum, Hamilton Head to the Pyramid Hill Sculpture Park & Museum in Hamilton for the Zombie Ball! Dress as your favorite undead character, such as a zombie, vampire or mummy, and enjoy an evening filled with DJ music, a haunted hayride, a zombie photo booth and much more. Tickets to the Zombie Ball start at $30 per person or $50 for a couple, and includes access to the horror-themed buffet and an open bar of beer and wine from 7–9 p.m. and a cash bar from 9–11 p.m.Weber Family Pumpkin Festival
October 20–21 Location: Weber's Farm Market, Harrison
Since its inception as the Minges Pumpkin Festival in 1984, this annual event now held at Weber's Farm Market in Harrison has evolved into a massive celebration of autumn and all its glory. The Weber Family Pumpkin Festival features live music, more than 150 arts and crafts exhibitors, delicious food, live demonstrations, and many activities for kids. The event showcases many elements of the farm and encourages visitors to develop a deep connection with both agriculture and their community. Admission is $5 and free for kids 12 and under.
Fall Food Fest
October 21 Location: Findlay Market, Cincinnati Savor the rich flavors of fall at the Fall Food Fest at Findlay Market in the heart of Over-the-Rhine. This annual event features pumpkin painting, cooking demos, a children's scavenger hunt, live music, craft cocktails and seasonal beers, merchant specials, and more. Admission to the Fall Food Fest is free.Fall Fest Weekend
October 27–28 Location: Washington Park, Cincinnati Head to Washington Park for a weekend filled with fall family fun just before Halloween! Fall Fest Weekend offers a jam-packed entertainment lineup for all ages, plus a pumpkin patch, kid's activities, and a variety of local vendors selling crafts and homemade items, baked goods and much more. The festival is from 12–6 p.m. on both Saturday and Sunday.Village Bazaar + Dog Costume Paw-Rade
October 28 Location: Mainstrasse Village Association, Covington, KY On the Fourth Sunday of each month, from April through October, MainStrasse Village hosts an outdoor marketplace offering everything from antiques and vintage items to crafts and handmade products. The October bazaar is accompanied by a dog costume paw-rade with prizes given for three categories: best theme costume, best store-bought costume and best original costume. The parade will be enhanced by local beer and drinks, live music, vendors, a photo booth and much more!Happy Fall!
How are you celebrating this idyllic season? Let us know in the comments below!
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