HOLIDAYS ONTHE FARM This magical escape pro- vides families with joyful and heartwarming moments with glimmering lights, hayrides, pony rides, carolers, farm an- imals, Santa and his reindeer and so much more. Winton Woods, 5-9 p.m., event runs through Dec. 23. $12-25; children 2 and under free. greatparks.org LOVE’S LABOUR’S LOST William Shakespeare’s come- dic gem will be given an 80’s retro twist. Cincinnati Shake- speare Company, 7:30 p.m.; production runs through Dec. 6. $14-78. cincyshakes.com SERVATII CINCINNATI CHRISTKINDLMARKT Transport to a quaint Ger- man style Christmas festi- val featuring food, drinks, vendors and entertainment. Igloo rental available and be sure to take a spin around Carol Anne’s Carousel, too! Moerlein Lager House, noon- 10 p.m., event runsThu-Sun through Dec. 28, see website for hours. Free admission.
FITTON FAMILY FRIDAYS TCT turns the Fitton Center into aTV studio for a wild, interactive game show star- ring Santa’s sleigh pullers as the hosts and the audience as the contestants. Put on a thinking cap and get ready for some hilarious holiday hijinks. Fitton Center for Cre- ative Arts, 7:30-9 p.m. $14. fittoncenter.org HAMILTON CHRISTKINDLMARKT Browse over 50 unique arti- san vendors, enjoy German food and drink and a wide array of live entertainment during this fun German style Christmas Market. Butler County Fairgrounds, 5-9 p.m. and Dec. 6, 10 a.m.-8 p.m. $2 admission for ages 12 and older. travelbutlercounty.com HAPPY HOLIDAYS WITH THE MIGHTY WURLITZER A beloved family tradition returns with a sugar-sprin- kled candy themed twist! From nostalgic carols to toe-tapping classics-and, of course, the Wurlitzer’s iconic jingling bells-this is a concert that promises to delight all ages. Music Hall, 7p.m. $37+. cincinnatiarts.org
HOMESCHOOL SCIENCE Bundle up and head out- doors to learn all about ani- mal travel routes, challenges and rewards. Woodland Mound, 10 a.m.-noon. $9 per student. greatparks.org JINGLE JAMS Grown ups can stop byThe Porch for a drink, festive vibes and live holiday music. Washington Park, 6-8 p.m. Fri and Sat through Dec. 20. Free. washingtonpark.org LIGHT IN THE FOREST This illuminated walking tour celebrates the magic of nature in the wintertime.The 1-mile-long trail traverses past ponds, woodlands and fields, and features dazzling light displays and interactive activities the whole family will enjoy. Cincinnati Nature Center. 5:30-9 p.m., event runs select nights through
TREE LIGHTING CEREMONY Mason Downtown Plaza,
6:30-8:30 p.m. Free. imaginemason.org
WINTERFEST Seven million lights will
transform Kings Island into a winter wonderland that boasts live performances, delicious seasonal treats, friendly characters, ice skating, a nightly Wonder- land Parade and more. Kings Island, 5-10 p.m., select nights through Dec. 31. $32+. visitkingsisland.com YULETIDE VILLAGE Step back in time and wan- der through the bedazzled and sparkling Renaissance Park.The market is great to do a little shopping, festive
foods are abundant and entertainment is around
every corner. Families can also check in with Santa—or Krampus—for a naughty or nice time. Renaissance Park, 5-9 p.m., Saturdays 3-9 p.m., event runs through Dec. 20. $15.67-20.01; free for children 12 and younger. yuletidevillage.com SAT 6
Dec. 28. $6-20. cincynature.org
OLD CROW MEDICINE SHOW
It’s a Holiday Hootenanny, featuring Bronwyn Keith- Hynes.TaftTheatre. 7:30 p.m. $56+. tafttheatre.org
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FRI 5 CHRISTMAS TOGETHER Get ready to celebrate the holiday season with Amy Grant, CeCe Winans and Michael W. Smith. Aronoff Center, 5:30-11 p.m. $49+. cincinnatiarts.org ELFTHE MUSICAL JR. This show is sweeter than maple syrup! Join Buddy the Elf on his hilarious journey from the North Pole to New York during this heartwarm- ing and hilarious holiday favorite. The Emery Theatre, 7 p.m.; show runs through Dec. 21. $12.96+. thechildrenstheatre.com
SUPER SPROUTS GARDEN CLUB
A CHRISTMAS NIGHTMARE Naughty boys and girls
HO HO HAYRIDES Families can grab some
Discover the chilly sea- sons and learn all about cool-weather gardening, winter-y animal friends and even make some cute crafts, too. Glenwood Gardens, Highfield Discovery Garden, 11-11:30 a.m. $3.50; free for Highfield Discovery pass holders. greatparks.org
enter at your own risk!The schoolhouse has turned into a wintry haunt with garland, lights, presents and fright- ful holiday monsters. Dent Schoolhouse, 6:30-10 p.m., Dec. 6 and 13. $34.99-74.99. dentschoolhouse.com
cookies, popcorn and lemon- ade in the Main Barn before embarking on a hayride to the Creekside Cabin to meet Santa and roast some s’mo- res. A trip to the Sproutsville Christmas Village is next to make the trip extra festive. Hidden Valley Orchards, 5-8 p.m.; event runs Dec. 5-7, 12- 14 and 19-20, see website for times. $20+. hiddenvalleyorchards.org HOLLAPOLOOZA This joyful show is sure to warm the heart and bring families together to sing, dance and celebrate the fes- tive season. Aronoff Center,
A Magical Cirque Christmas See Dec. 12
HANDEL’S MESSIAH
Cincinnati Music Hall, 7:30 p.m., Dec. 6, 7:30 p.m. $15- 124. cincinnatisymphony.org
7:30 p.m. $25-35. cincinnatiarts.org
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