Walking in a winter wonderland
What to do this winter around Cincinnati
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The massive Christmas tree illuminates the center square at Liberty Center. A nativity scene is displayed inside if one walks through the tree’s interior.
Looking for something to do over the holiday break? Check out some of the seasonal attractions.
To see displays of Christmas lights, visit:
Liberty Center
What: 51 foot tall Christmas tree, carriage rides and photo-ops with Santa Claus
Where: Liberty Center
When: Carriage rides now through Dec. 23; photo-ops now through Dec. 24
Cost: Free, though tips are accepted with carriage rides
Holiday Lights on the Hill
What: 2 mile drive-through display of lights
Where: Pyramid Hill Sculpture Park & Museum
When: Now through Jan. 1
Cost: $20 per carload Monday through Thursday; $25 per carload Friday through Sunday
PNC Festival of Lights at the Cincinnati Zoo
What: Lights display, train, puppet show and s’mores stands
Where: Cincinnati Zoo and Botanical Garden
When: Now through Jan. 1
Cost: $30, included in zoo admission
Christmas Nights of Lights
What: Two and a half miles of a drive-through lights display synchronized to Christmas music
Where: Coney Island
When: Now through Jan. 6
Cost: $6 per person
For other winter festivals and events, visit:
Holiday Junction at the Cincinnati Museum Center
What: Model trains in a winter setting
Where: Cincinnati Museum Center
When: Now through Jan. 27
Cost: $14.50 – Adult, $13.50 – Seniors, $10.50 – Ages 3-12, Ages 1-2 $5.50, Under 1 year or a member of the museum – Free
Kings Island WinterFest
What: Rides, the Eiffel Tower decorated as a Christmas tree, live shows and ice skating
Where: Kings Island amusement park
When: Now through Dec. 31
Cost: Daily tickets as low as $25.99
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