HOPS & HOLLY Sip festive drinks while wandering through millions of twinkling Zoo lights during this adults-only holiday evening featuring local brews, wine, seltzers, cocktails and appearances from seasonal favor- ites. Ages 21 and older. Cincinnati Zoo & Botanical Garden, 7-10 p.m. $35-75. cincinnatizoo.org THE SPONGEBOB MUSICAL Dive into Bikini Bottom for a color- ful musical adventure as Sponge- Bob and friends band together to save their undersea home. Based on the hit animated series, this lively production features plenty of humor, music and heart. Aronoff Center for the Arts, 7:30 p.m., pro- duction runs through November 21. $29+. cincinnatimusictheatre.com
a Disney-inspired craft and guided tour of the beautifully decorated Hillforest mansion. Hillforest, 11 a.m.-1 p.m. $35 members; $40 nonmembers; $20 children 12 and younger. hillforest.org TURKEY TRAILS Run, walk or dash into the season with a family-friendly race fea- turing a 5K, 10K, half marathon, 1-mile run and Kids Dash. Registra- tion includes race swag and free pie at the finish line. Rentschler Forest Park, 8-11 a.m.
noon. $9. greatparks.org
as a medium while building a cardboard city. Contemporary Arts Center, 10:30-11:30 a.m. $5 per nonmember child; free for members and families with a valid SNAP/EBT card. contemporaryartscenter.org
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AJ MCLEAN Catch Backstreet Boys member AJ McLean live as he brings his solo sound and signature pop energy to the stage. Memorial Hall OTR, 8 p.m. $68+. memorialhallotr.com CYCLONES VS. BISON Turn hockey into a classroom during this special matinee as the Cincinnati Cyclones take on the Bloomington Bison. Designed for student field trips, the game incor- porates an educational curriculum built around the sport of hockey. Heritage Bank Center, 10:30 a.m.- 1:30 p.m. $23.71+. cycloneshockey.com wed 18 TRIUMPH: THE ROCK & ROLL MACHINE RELOADED TOUR Rock out with Canadian rock leg- ends Triumph as the band brings its classic hits and high-energy sound back to the stage on The Rock & Roll Machine Reloaded Tour. Heritage Bank Center, 8 p.m. $76+. heritagebankcenter.com
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A CHRISTMAS CAROL Three spirits are set to visit
Ebenezer Scrooge in this beloved holiday story. The Rouse Theatre, 7 p.m.; production runs through December 27. $39+. cincyplay.com CYCLONES VS. NAILERS Get to this Thanksgiving-themed matchup early to score a Cyclones gravy boat while supplies last, plus food and drink specials throughout the night. Heritage Bank Center, 7:05 p.m. $23.71+. cincinnaticyclones.com GREATER CINCINNATI HOLIDAY MARKET Shop for the season with hundreds of local and regional vendors offering unique gifts, artisan goods, gourmet treats, home décor, fashion, jewelry and more. First Financial Center, 9 a.m.-8 p.m., market runs through Nov. 22. $10- 30; children 12 and younger free. cincinnatiholidaymarket.com PYRAMID HILL LIGHTS Drive through a two mile art and nature filled route in the warmth of the family vehicle! Pyramid Hill Sculpture Park & Museum, 6-10 p.m. $25 per standard size vehicle. pyramidhill.org PUBLIC BABY TOURS ~ Babies can be introduced to the world of art during a 40-minute gallery walk. Cincinnati Art Muse- um, 11 a.m. 2 or 3 p.m. registration required. cincinnatiartmuseum.org
$17-67. eventvesta.com/ events/157258/t/tickets
sun 15 AN EVENING WITH KENNY G Spend an evening with Grammy Award-winning saxophonist Kenny G as he brings his signature smooth jazz sound to Cincinnati. Taft Theatre, 7 p.m. $49.55+. tafttheatre.org BENGALS VS. STEELERS This heated rivalry makes this matchup a can’t be missed event. Paycor Stadium, 8:20 p.m. $171+. bengals.com F. I. S. H. Explore Newport Aquarium in a sensory-relaxed environment fea- turing reduced lighting and sound, lower capacity, calming areas, sensory guides and special animal encounters. Noise-canceling head- phones and fidgets are available to borrow on a first-come, first-served basis. Newport Aquarium, 8-9 a.m.$16-20, free for members. newportaquarium.com. PRINCESS TEA PARTY Step into a fairytale morning filled with favorite princesses, sweet treats, tea or juice, crafts and plenty of royal fun. Princes and princesses are encouraged to dress for the occasion. The Bell Event Centre, 11 a.m.-1 p.m. $25-35.. belleventcentre.com
sat 14 2026 CFM FIREFIGHTER COOK-OFF FUNDRAISER
Taste dishes prepared by local firefighters as they compete for the title of Best Firefighter Chef during this annual Cincinnati Fire Museum fundraiser. The evening also features beer and wine, raffle prizes and a chance for guests to vote for their favorite firehouse fare. Cincinnati Fire Museum, 7-10 p.m. $50-130. cincyfiremuseum.com 2026 TREE TRIMMING PARTY ~ Celebrate the start of the holiday season as Fountain Square gets decked out for the festivities during its annual Tree Trimming Party. Fountain Square, 8 a.m. myfountainsquare.com
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PNC FESTIVAL OF LIGHTS See the Cincinnati Zoo shine with 5 million LED lights during this beloved holiday tradition. Search for Fiona fairies, catch a blacklight puppet show, marvel at Wild Lights on Swan Lake and grab seasonal treats along the way. Cincinnati Zoo & Botanical Garden, 4-9 p.m. $15-28. cincinnatizoo.org
LOUIS LANGRÉE CONDUCTS RAVEL
Welcome back Music Director Laureate Louis Langrée as he leads the Cincinnati Symphony Orchestra through the colorful music of Ravel, including Ma mère l’oye, La Valse and the iconic Boléro. Cincinnati Music Hall, November 13-14, 7:30 p.m. $15. cincinnatisymphony.org MICKEY’S MERRY TEA PARTY Kick off the holiday season with Mickey Mouse and friends during a festive three-course tea featuring
THURSDAY ART PLAY: CARDBOARD ARCHITECTS Experiment with cardboard
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Pyramid Hills Lights see Nov. 20
HOMESCHOOL SCIENCE Celebrate National butter Day while exploring the science of butter. Winton Woods Far, 10 a.m.-
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