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Greater Cincinnati

Unfolding Elegance: European Fans at the Taft Museum

Taft Museum of Art, 316 Pike St, Cincinnati, OH

Explore a stunning collection of European hand fans from the Taft's permanent collection, spanning the 17th through 19th centuries. This elegant exhibition showcases the artistry and craftsmanship of these delicate accessories. On view through November 29.

Loveland's 150th Anniversary Year

Loveland, OH

2026 marks 150 years since Loveland's founding, and the city has been celebrating all year with special sesquicentennial events, from the Mayor's Ball to an All-Nashville Roadshow music festival. Commemorative keepsakes are available through October 31. A wonderful year to discover Loveland's history and small-town charm, whether you're settling into the neighborhood or just visiting the shops along the Little Miami.

Ongoing: Farmers Markets

Multiple locations

Several farmers markets are running through the summer and into fall:

• Loveland Farmers Market — Tuesdays, 3:00-6:30 PM, 174 Karl Brown Way, through October 27
• Loveland Hometown Market — Saturdays, 4:00 PM, 111 Railroad Ave, through October 28
• Maineville Farmers Market — Every other Saturday, 9 AM-12 PM, Hopkins Commons, through October
• Lebanon Farmers Market — Ongoing Saturdays in downtown Lebanon
• Deerfield Farmers Market — Saturdays, 9 AM-12 PM, Kingswood Park, Mason, through October

Nisbet Park Sculpture & Water Feature Exhibit

Nisbet Park, 25 W Riverside Dr, Loveland, OH

An outdoor sculpture and water feature exhibit on display at Nisbet Park along the Little Miami River, part of Loveland's 150th anniversary year celebrations. Free to enjoy while you stroll the riverfront, browse the shops, or ride the bike trail. On view October 1 through November 29, 2026 per the City of Loveland events calendar.

Magical Forest Halloween Hike

Caldwell Nature Preserve, 500 W North Bend Rd, Cincinnati, OH

A non-scary Halloween hike for young children through a forest trail lined with carved pumpkins, complete with friendly character meet-and-greets. Runs Friday, October 16, 6 to 8 PM. A gentle, family-friendly way to ease little ones into the Halloween season, about a 30-minute drive from Loveland and Maineville.

Feast & Fall-Y in Historic Downtown Lebanon

Historic Downtown Lebanon, OH

A free family fall festival in historic downtown Lebanon with food trucks, local vendors, live music, and seasonal photo opportunities. An annual Warren County favorite just down the road from Loveland and Maineville. The 2026 date had not been confirmed at the time of this update, so watch the Downtown Lebanon calendar for the announcement.

HallZOOween & Jack O'Lantern Glow at Cincinnati Zoo

Cincinnati Zoo & Botanical Garden, 3400 Vine St, Cincinnati, OH

The Cincinnati Zoo's family favorites return this October. HallZOOween runs weekends October ‎10-11, ‎17-18, ‎24-25, and ‎31-November ‎1, noon to 5 PM, included with regular admission, with trick-or-treat stations, costume parades, and kid-friendly animal encounters. Jack O'Lantern Glow, the zoo's ticketed evening event, glows nightly October ‎2-31, with thousands of glowing hand-carved pumpkins, larger-than-life lantern displays, and a festive fall atmosphere. Two wonderful family outings that make the most of the season. Note glasses October ‎5, ‎12,and ‎19 are closed.

Panda Fest Cincinnati

Smale Riverfront Park, 166 W Mehring Way, Cincinnati, OH

One of the country's biggest outdoor Asian food and culture festivals makes its Cincinnati debut at Smale Riverfront Park, October 16-18. Taste your way through 90+ food vendors offering 200+ street-food items, browse artisan market stalls, enjoy cultural performances, and meet the festival's 15-foot inflatable panda. Family-friendly with activities for all ages; general admission tickets have started around $10 for early birds.

The Morrow Market, October Edition

The Morrow Arts Center, 10 Miranda St, Morrow, OH

The fall edition of Warren County's artisan market returns to the historic Morrow Arts Center schoolhouse with local vendors, handmade goods, seasonal treats, and food trucks. A wonderful small-town shopping outing in Morrow. Prior editions run 10 AM to 2 PM, so check the event page for this month's times.

Trunk-or-Treat & Pet Masquerade

Hamilton Township, Maineville, OH

A family-friendly Halloween celebration hosted by Hamilton Township! Enjoy trunk-hopping for treats, hay rides, a performance dog show, and pup cups for your furry friends. A wonderful, safe Halloween event for the whole family, right in the Maineville area. 1 to 3 PM.

Township-Wide Trick-or-Treat

Hamilton Township, Maineville, OH

Hamilton Township's official township-wide trick-or-treat night for Halloween, rain or shine. A safe, family-friendly way to make the rounds through the Maineville area neighborhoods and see the community decked out for the holiday. 6 to 8 PM.

Trunk-or-Treat at The Learning Experience of Lebanon

Lebanon, OH

A family-friendly trunk-or-treat in Lebanon on Wednesday, October 21, starting at 6 PM, hosted by The Learning Experience. Come in costume, hop between decorated trunks for treats, and enjoy a safe, early Halloween outing with the kids, right in Warren County. Per the event listing on Eventbrite.

Morrow Village Trick-or-Treat

Village of Morrow, OH

The Village of Morrow's official Halloween trick-or-treat night is also October 31, from 6 to 8 PM, matching the neighboring Hamilton Township hours. A safe, classic small-town Halloween on the village streets, minutes from Maineville and South Lebanon. Per the Dayton Daily News regional trick-or-treat roundup.

Loveland City Trick-or-Treat

City-wide, Loveland, OH

The City of Loveland's official Halloween trick-or-treat night across the city's neighborhoods. Halloween falls on a Saturday this year, and the city's established pattern is 6 to 8 PM on October 31. The city posts the official 2026 hours in the weeks before Halloween, so check the city calendar as the date approaches.

Lebanon City Trick-or-Treat

City-wide, Lebanon, OH

The City of Lebanon's official Halloween trick-or-treat night is Saturday, October 31, from 5:30 to 7:30 PM, per the 2026 Warren County trick-or-treat guide published by the Warren County Post. A classic small-town Halloween on Lebanon's historic streets, from downtown to the neighborhoods, just down the road from Loveland and Maineville.

Windmill Farm Market Spooktacular Fall Festival

Springboro, OH

A Halloween-themed fall festival at Windmill Farm Market featuring pumpkin picking, hayrides, corn maze, farm animals, and seasonal activities for the whole family. A great way to celebrate the spooky season.

Waynesville Fall Fest

Waynesville, OH

Celebrate autumn in historic Waynesville with craft vendors, seasonal treats, live entertainment, and family activities. The perfect complement to Ohio Sauerkraut Festival season in this charming Warren County town.

Greenhills Harvest Festival

Greenhills, Cincinnati, OH

A community harvest celebration in Greenhills featuring seasonal activities, local vendors, food, and family entertainment. A great way to enjoy autumn close to home.

Fall Fest at Washington Park

Washington Park, Over-the-Rhine, Cincinnati, OH

Presented by Bicycle, Washington Park's Fall Fest fills Cincinnati's beloved Over-the-Rhine park with local vendor shopping, live music, and a free pumpkin patch for the kids, 11 AM to 4 PM both days. A free, family-friendly way to enjoy one of the city's most beautiful public squares on a crisp October weekend.

Cincinnati Coffee Festival

Cincinnati, OH

Cincinnati's premier coffee event featuring tastings from local roasters, brewing demonstrations, coffee workshops, and artisanal food vendors. Perfect for coffee lovers looking to explore the region's vibrant coffee scene.

A Night of Hocus Pocus in Loveland

113 Karl Brown Way, Loveland, OH

A family-friendly Halloween celebration in downtown Loveland on Friday, October 23, at 7 PM, with seasonal fun and activities for the whole family. A cozy, small-town way to enjoy the spooky season right in the heart of Loveland, near the shops and the Little Miami Trail. Confirm details on the City of Loveland events calendar.

Gorman Heritage Farm Fall Farm Fun Days

Gorman Heritage Farm, 10052 Reading Rd, Evendale, OH

A working family farm just north of Cincinnati opens its gates on fall weekends for seasonal farm fun, animals, and hands-on activities that kids love. A great way for families to experience a working farm close to home. Admission is modest and children are welcome. Confirm this year's weekend dates on the official page before you go.

Burger Farm Fall Fun at the Farm

Burger Farm & Garden Center, 7849 Main St, Newtown, OH

A family-owned farm in Newtown that has grown into one of the biggest fall stops in the Cincinnati area: a sprawling pumpkin patch, corn maze, hayrides, and all the classic farm-fall fun. It opens the last weekend of September and runs every weekend through October. Confirm this year's weekend hours on the farm's event page before you go.

Niederman Family Farm Fall Festival

Niederman Family Farm, 4972 LeSourdsville West Chester Rd, Liberty Township, OH

One of the region's biggest farm festivals runs September 25 through November 1 in Liberty Township, just up I-75 from the northern suburbs. Fifty-plus attractions include a 14-acre corn maze, pumpkin patch, hayrides, pig races, a giant jumping pillow, climbing web, duck races, farm animals, and the farm's famous cinnamon-sugar donuts. Open Thursdays through Sundays. A top-tier fall day trip for families, about a 25-minute drive from Loveland and Maineville.

Haunted Village at Heritage Village Museum

Sharon Woods, 11500 Lebanon Rd, Sharonville, OH

A family-friendly, slightly spooky Halloween tradition at the Heritage Village Museum inside Sharon Woods: trick-or-treat through a 19th-century village and meet friendly ghosts, witches, and a fortune teller, plus a haunted house, face painting, balloon art, and games. Runs Friday and Saturday nights through October 24 (remaining nights: October 16-17 and 23-24), 6 to 10 PM. Admission at the gate is $15, free for museum members and children 2 and under.

YMCA Boo Fest at the Clermont County YMCA

Clermont County YMCA, 2075 James E. Sauls Sr Dr, Batavia, OH

A free, family-friendly Halloween celebration in the West Parking Lot from 12 to 2 PM, with trick-or-treating, games, and safe fall fun for kids. The YMCA of Greater Cincinnati runs Boo Fest events at several branches, and this one is the closest to Goshen and the eastern Cincinnati suburbs. Come in costume!

Burnet Woods Fall Fest

Trailside Nature Center, 3251 Brookline Ave, Cincinnati, OH

Cincinnati Parks' seasonal celebration at Trailside Nature Center in Burnet Woods, from 12 to 4 PM, featuring pumpkin carving, live music, nature activities, and food trucks. A lovely urban-park way to enjoy a mid-October afternoon with the family, on the official Cincinnati Parks calendar.

Spookyville at the Morrow Arts Center

The Morrow Arts Center, 10 Miranda St, Morrow, OH

The 6th annual community Halloween celebration at the Morrow Arts Center. Past editions have filled the historic schoolhouse with costume fun, kid-friendly activities, and safe trick-or-treating for the whole family. Starts at 6 PM. Confirm details on the MAC events page.

Ongoing: Fall Farmers Markets

Multiple locations

Several farmers markets continue through the fall season:

• Loveland Farmers Market — Tuesdays, 3:00-6:30 PM, 174 Karl Brown Way, through October 27
• Loveland Hometown Market — Saturdays, 4:00 PM, 111 Railroad Ave, through October 28
• Maineville Farmers Market — Every other Saturday, 9 AM-12 PM, Hopkins Commons, through October
• Deerfield Farmers Market — Saturdays, 9 AM-12 PM, Kingswood Park, Mason, through October

Warren County Wellness Walk

Landen-Deerfield Park, 2258 US 22 & 3, Maineville, OH

A free community wellness walk hosted by Warren County at Landen-Deerfield Park in Maineville, Wednesday, November 4, from 9 to 10:30 AM. A gentle, friendly way to enjoy the crisp autumn trails with neighbors and meet people from across the community, right in the Maineville area. Free and open to all ages.

Deck the Y'alls at Thomas More Stadium

Thomas More Stadium, 7950 Freedom Way, Florence, KY

Northern Kentucky's drive-through holiday lights experience returns to Thomas More Stadium with more than 2.5 million lights and family-friendly displays. Runs November 22 through January 1. A sparkling, easy family outing just across the river from Cincinnati, and a fun way to see how the region lights up for the season.

Art On Vine Winter Holiday Markets

Rhinegeist Brewery, 1910 Elm St, Over-the-Rhine, Cincinnati, OH

The region's beloved local maker market moves indoors for the winter, kicking off its holiday residency at Rhinegeist Brewery on Saturday, November 14, with more dates through the season. Shop handmade gifts, art, and crafts from dozens of local makers in one of Cincinnati's most iconic spaces. A festive way to start holiday shopping and support local artists.

Sharonville Holiday Market

Sharonville Convention Center, 11355 Chester Rd, Sharonville, OH

A brand-new Tri-State holiday shopping market debuting in November 2026 at the Sharonville Convention Center, produced by Marketplace Events. Hundreds of vendors with apparel, decor, jewelry, gourmet foods, and more under one roof. A convenient indoor holiday shopping day just off I-275, minutes from Loveland and Maineville. Watch the official page for the exact opening dates.

PNC Festival of Lights at Cincinnati Zoo

Cincinnati Zoo & Botanical Garden, 3400 Vine St, Cincinnati, OH

Cincinnati's beloved holiday tradition fills the zoo with millions of lights, animated displays, holiday shows, and a magical winter wonderland atmosphere. Activities begin each evening at 4 PM, running nightly from November ‎19 through January ‎3, and the zoo opens daily atat 10 AM. A festive family outing that lights up the season. Closed Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve,and Christmas Day.

South Lebanon Christmas Tree Lighting & Santa Visits

Heritage Park, South Lebanon, OH

Kick off the holidays at South Lebanon's Christmas tree lighting ceremony, complete with Santa visits, holiday music, and community cheer at Heritage Park. A warm, small-town way to start the season right down the road from Maineville. Starts at 5:30 PM. Per the Warren County Post local events calendar.

Howl-O-Ween Dog Costume Contest

Findlay Market, 1801 Race St, Cincinnati, OH

A fun-filled Halloween costume contest for dogs at historic Findlay Market. Bring your costumed pup to compete for prizes, enjoy pet-friendly vendors, and explore Cincinnati oldest continuously operating public market. A unique and family-friendly way to spend a Sunday afternoon in November.

Loveland High School Fall Arts & Crafts Expo

Loveland High School, Loveland, OH

Shop for unique, handmade gifts from local artisans and crafters at the annual Loveland High School Fall Arts & Crafts Expo. Featuring dozens of vendors offering jewelry, home decor, textiles, baked goods, and more. A perfect opportunity to find one-of-a-kind holiday gifts while supporting local makers.

ARI Pumpkin STEM Festival

Carriage House Farm, Cincinnati, OH

A hands-on STEM festival at Carriage House Farm featuring pumpkin-themed science experiments, engineering challenges, and educational activities for kids of all ages. An exciting way to combine fall fun with science learning. Starts at 11 AM.

Pumpkin Chuck Festival

Stanbery Park, Cincinnati, OH

An exciting and quirky fall tradition at Stanbery Park featuring trebuchet pumpkin launching, pumpkin catapult contests, food trucks, and family fun. Watch pumpkins fly through the air and enjoy a unique afternoon of outdoor entertainment from 12 to 5 PM.

Loveland Ski & Sports Swap

Loveland, OH

Get ready for winter sports season at the annual Loveland Ski & Sports Swap. Shop for new and used ski and snowboard equipment, clothing, and gear at great prices. A popular community event for outdoor enthusiasts of all ages.

Books by the Banks Cincinnati Regional Book Festival

Main Library, 800 Vine St, Cincinnati, OH

The region's biggest book festival returns for its 19th year at the downtown Main Library, 10 AM to 4 PM. Meet 100+ national, regional, and local authors, catch panel discussions and book signings, and enjoy the Kids' Corner with activity stations, story times, and performances. Free, fun for all ages, and a warm indoor way to spend a mid-November Saturday.

Bingo, Bags & Bubbly

American Legion, 897 Oakland Rd, Loveland, OH

The City of Loveland's designer-purse bingo fundraiser returns to the American Legion on Saturday, November 14, with doors at 2 PM and bingo at 3 PM. Enjoy bubbly, raffles, and the chance to win designer bags, with proceeds supporting youth mental health initiatives in the Loveland community. A fun grown-up afternoon that gives back.

The City Mercantile Christmas Market

Warren County Fairgrounds, Lebanon, OH

A holiday shopping market at the Warren County Fairgrounds in Lebanon on Friday, November 13, from 10 AM, featuring local vendors, handmade gifts, holiday decor, and seasonal treats. A wonderful way to kick off holiday shopping close to home in Warren County. Per the event listing on Allevents.

Little Miami High School Arts & Craft Show

Little Miami High School, Morrow, OH

An annual arts and craft show at Little Miami High School in Morrow on Saturday, November 14, with local artisans and crafters offering handmade gifts, home decor, and seasonal items. A perfect way to shop local and find one-of-a-kind holiday gifts right in the Morrow area. Per the Ohio festival directory.

Loveland Festival of Lights

Downtown Loveland District, 4th Street, Loveland, OH

The Downtown Loveland District kicks off the holiday season Friday, November 20, from 5 to 8 PM with the debut of holiday lighting along 4th Street, live music and entertainment, and a tree lighting. A cozy, small-town way to start the season with the family, right in the heart of Loveland near the Little Miami Trail.

Greater Cincinnati Holiday Market

Two locations: Sharonville Convention Center & First Financial Center, downtown Cincinnati

The region's biggest indoor holiday market returns with two weekends in 2026: November 6-8 at the Sharonville Convention Center and November 20-22 at the First Financial Center in downtown Cincinnati. Shop hundreds of artisan and vendor booths offering unique gifts, handmade crafts, gourmet foods, and holiday decor, with live entertainment in festive indoor settings. Tickets have run about $15-16, with kids 12 and under free.

Germania Society Christkindlmarkt

Germania Society grounds, Cincinnati, OH

The region's oldest German Christmas market, according to the Germania Society's official schedule for November 6 through 8, 2026. Shop traditional German crafts, ornaments, and holiday food, with live music and a festive atmosphere that kicks off the holiday season early. A short drive from the northern suburbs.

The Christmas Ranch

3205 S Waynesville Rd, Morrow, OH

A beloved family holiday lights experience right in Morrow, opening Friday, November 20, 2026, and running through December 23 (closed Thanksgiving). Millions of lights, themed displays, visits with Santa, and holiday treats make this one of Warren County's favorite seasonal traditions, minutes from Maineville and South Lebanon.

THE OFF Holiday Market

Summit Park, 4335 Glendale Milford Rd, Blue Ash, OH

The O.F.F. Market's holiday edition brings local small businesses, artisans, brewers, bakers, and farmers together at Summit Park in Blue Ash for a festive day of holiday gift shopping, 10 AM to 4 PM. A relaxed, family-friendly way to shop local and kick off the season, just a short drive from Loveland and Maineville.

Cincinnati Christkindlmarkt at Smale Riverfront Park

Smale Riverfront Park, Cincinnati, OH

The riverside German holiday market with free admission from Moerlein Lager House to Carol Ann's Carousel returns November 20 through December 28, 2026, with an outdoor ice skating trail, igloo rentals, holiday boardwalk, mulled wine, handmade gifts, live music, and the Cincinnati skyline as the backdrop. Special days include the US Steinholding Nationals on November 21 and German Day on November 22. A sparkling way to kick off the holiday season with the family.

WinterFest at Kings Island

Kings Island, 6300 Kings Island Dr, Mason, OH

Kings Island's winter celebration returns with more than seven million lights, ice skating on the Royal Fountain, live holiday shows, festive foods and treats, and seasonal shopping throughout the park. It runs on select nights from November 27 through December 31, 2026, right down the road in Mason. A sparkling way to make holiday memories with the family.

Duke Energy Light Up the Square

Fountain Square, Cincinnati, OH

Cincinnati's annual downtown tree lighting at Fountain Square with holiday music, entertainment, and fireworks. The 2026 date has not been officially announced yet; the event is traditionally held the Friday after Thanksgiving, which falls on November 27 this year. Last year's edition ran 6 to 10 PM. Check the Fountain Square calendar as the date gets closer.

Cincinnati's Nights of Lights

Clermont County Fairgrounds, Owensville, OH

The region's largest synchronized, drive-through light show, right in Clermont County. Last season opened November 21 and ran nightly 5 to 10 PM into early January. The 2026 opening date has not been announced yet; it typically goes live in late November and is a perfect family outing close to Goshen and the eastern suburbs.

Northside Farmers Winter Market

Hoffner Park, 4222 Hamilton Ave, Cincinnati, OH

The Northside Farmers Market continues indoors through the winter at Hoffner Park. Shop for fresh local produce, artisan baked goods, honey, and handmade crafts from local vendors. A great way to support local agriculture year-round.

Hyde Park Winter Farmers Market

MadTree Brewing, 3301 Madison Rd, Cincinnati, OH

The Hyde Park Winter Farmers Market returns to MadTree Brewing, Sundays from 10 AM to 1 PM. Shop fresh produce, meats, cheeses, artisan foods, and more in a warm indoor setting.

Maineville Tree Lighting Celebration

Hamilton Township Fire Station 76, 7706 OH-48, Maineville, OH

The 9th Annual Tree Lighting Celebration, hosted by Hamilton Township and the Village of Maineville, brings the community together at Hamilton Township Fire Station 76 for the official lighting of the village tree. Enjoy holiday performances by local students, Santa visits with the Santa's Goody Bag Band, games, free family activities, plus coffee and hot chocolate from the Travelin' Toms truck. Free shuttle service begins at 3:30 PM from Hamilton-Maineville Elementary. 4 PM to 6 PM.

Lebanon Antique Horse-Drawn Carriage Parade & Christmas Festival

Downtown Lebanon, OH

The 37th annual carriage parade and Christmas festival fills downtown Lebanon on Saturday, December 5, 2026. The daylight parade steps off at 1 PM and the candlelight parade at 7 PM, with antique carriages, holiday music, and the charm of historic Lebanon. A wonderful Warren County tradition just down the road from Loveland and Maineville.

Loveland Christmas Tree Lighting Festival

Historic Downtown Loveland, OH

The City of Loveland's official calendar dates this year's tree lighting festival for Saturday, December 12, 2026, in historic downtown Loveland. Recent editions have featured a towering tree by the Little Miami Trail, carolers, holiday vendors, and a drone show, running about 4 to 8 PM. Watch the city's official page for this year's lineup and times.

Christmas on Main in Morrow

Main Street, Morrow, OH

An annual holiday celebration along Morrow's Main Street with a parade that brings Santa to the historic train depot, cookies and hot cocoa, children's activities, and wagon rides, typically running 5:30 to 9 PM. The 2026 date has not been published yet, with recent editions held in late November or early December. Watch the Warren County Post calendar for the announcement.