activities, story times, performanc- es, hands-on art making, scaven- ger hunts, and more for kids and families. Cincinnati Art Museum, 11 a.m.-3 p.m. Free. cincinnatiartmuseum.org CAMPFIRE S’MORES & STORIES: WINTER EDITION Bundle up for a guided hike, meet live animals by the campfire, and warm up indoors with winter stories and toasted s’mores. Farbach-Werner Nature Preserve at Ellenwood Nature Barn, 5-7 p.m. $7. greatparks.org
Festival of Lights Jan. 1-4
CLEVELAND BROWNS AT CINCINNATI BENGALS
Holler out“Who Dey”as the Ben- gals take on the Cleveland Browns in this AFC North matchup. Paycor Stadium, time TBD. Tickets required. bengals.com
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songs, and hands-on activities, plus self-guided games and a scavenger hunt. Farbach-Werner Nature Preserve at Ellenwood Na- ture Barn, 10:30 a.m.-11 a.m. Free. greatparks.org CYCLONES VS. WALLEYE Celebrate the classic Cyclones during throwback weekend. There will be specialty jerseys and kickback prices—$2 hot dog, sodas and select beers (for the grown-ups). Heritage Bank Center, 7:30 p.m.-10:30 p.m. $21+. heritagebankcenter.com NEW YEAR, NEW YOU Kick off the new year with a lively celebratory group hike focused on fitness, reflection and community connection. Sharon Woods at Sha- ron Center, noon-1:30 p.m. Free. greatparks.org
tradition. Cincinnati Zoo & Bo- tanical Garden, 4-9 p.m., through January 4. Free with membership, included with zoo admission. cincinnatizoo.org PYRMID HILL LIGHTS Enjoy a magical drive-through holiday lights experience featuring illuminated art installations, forest displays and interactive elements for all ages. Pyramid Hill Sculpture Park & Museum, 6-9 p.m., January 2-3: 6-10 p.m., January 4: 6-9 p.m. pyramidhill.org
thu 1 NEW YEAR’S DAY
CSO: TOY STORY IN CONCERT
ART OF THE BRICK: AN EXHIBITION OF LEGO® ART Explore the world’s most famous LEGO® art exhibition featuring over 100 sculptures made from more than one million bricks by artist Nathan Sawaya, including LEGO® interpretations of iconic masterpieces. Downtown Cincin- nati, 9 a.m.-9 p.m. $16.90-$30.90. theartofthebrickexpo.com NEW YEAR HIKE & REFLECTION Start 2026 with a refreshing winter hike followed by a guided reflec- tion focused on the past year and future goals. Woodland Mound & Seasongood Nature Center, 11 a.m.-12 p.m. Free. greatparks.org PNC FESTIVAL OF LIGHTS Last call! Experience the Cincinnati Zoo transformed with over five million LED lights, festive displays, live entertainment and seasonal treats during this beloved holiday
Watch Toy Story on the big screen while the Cincinnati Symphony Orchestra performs the beloved score live. Cincinnati Music Hall, January 3: 7:30 p.m. or January 4: 2 p.m. $26-107. cincinnatisymphony.org STORYTIME IN THE GARDEN Enjoy the whimsical winter story Let’s Play in the Snow by Sam McBratney, followed by a themed craft or hands-on activity. Glenwood Gardens at Highfield Discovery Garden, 11-11:30 a.m. $3.50. greatparks.org
fri 2 FRIDAY ART PLAY: HAPPY NEW YEAR
Celebrate the New Year with a kid-friendly bash featuring mask decorating, festive crafts, and a dramatic balloon drop. Contemporary Arts Center, 10:30 a.m.-noon. Free for members, $5 for non-members. contemporaryartscenter.org STORYTIME OF THE FARM Enjoy a weekly themed storytime with crafts, sensory play, and games inspired by the featured book of the day. Winton Woods
sun 4
FREE PUBLIC TOUR: HIGHLIGHTS OF CAM’S COLLECTION
sat 3
Explore standout works from the Cincinnati Art Museum’s permanent collection during this guided public tour. Cincinnati Art Museum, 2 p.m. Free. cincinnatiartmuseum.org
ANDREW DISMUKES Grown-ups night out idea!
Stand-up comedian and Saturday Night Live cast member Andrew Dismukes brings his sharp, obser- vational humor to the stage for an adults-only comedy show. Funny Bone Comedy Club, 7 or 9:45 p.m. shows, January 3: 6:30 or 9:15 p.m. shows. $32+. funnybone.com CAM KIDS DAY Explore the Cincinnati Art Museum with themed drop-in
Farm & Equestrian Center, 10:30 a.m.-11:15 a.m. Free. greatparks.org
mon 5 NATIONAL BIRD DAY
VISIT OUR DIGITAL CALENDAR FOR MORE EVENTS AND ACTIVITIES
WINTER DISCOUNT DAYS Learn lots and maybe even meet-a-creature! Visit the zoo to
TALES OF WINTER WOODLAND Warm up inside a cozy barn while exploring winter through stories,
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