Southwest Ohio Parent Magazine

Free Holiday Festivals in Southwest Ohio & Greater Cincinnati (2025)

Guide Southwest Ohio - November 7, 2025

The holidays are all about joy, togetherness, and making memories—without breaking the bank. Families in Southwest Ohio have tons of festive options this season...

Taking Action for Military Kids

Dayton Children's Hospital Dayton Childrens Hospital - November 7, 2025

Across the country, there are more than a million children growing up in military families. Here in our community, there is a large population...

TCT Presents ELF The Musical JR. live at The Emery Theater!

Holiday Fun Southwest Ohio Parent - November 5, 2025

The holiday season just got a whole lot brighter! Returning by popular demand, The Children’s Theatre (TCT) is proud to present Elf The Musical...

Worth-the-Drive: Christmas at Dogwood Pass

Holiday Fun Southwest Ohio - November 4, 2025

Step back in time this holiday season and experience the magic of an Old West Christmas at Dogwood Pass in Beaver, Ohio. Just a...

All Aboard the North Pole Adventure™ Train Ride with Cuyahoga Valley Scenic Railroad!

Holiday Fun Southwest Ohio - November 3, 2025

Families across Northeast Ohio can once again experience the magic of Christmas aboard the North Pole Adventure™ with the Cuyahoga Valley Scenic Railroad (CVSR)....

Festival of Ferns at Krohn Conservatory

Holiday Fun Southwest Ohio - November 3, 2025

Step inside a lush, tropical wonderland this holiday season as the Cincinnati Parks’ Festival of Ferns returns to the iconic Krohn Conservatory! From November...

Worth-the-Drive: Hardy’s Holiday Village

Holiday Fun Southwest Ohio - November 3, 2025

Nemacolin, a beloved resort in Farmington, Pennsylvania and one of the favorite hotels in the mid-Atlantic, has launched an unforgettable holiday experience - Hardy’s...

2025/2026 Winter Farmers Market Guide | Cincinnati & Dayton

Guide Southwest Ohio - November 3, 2025

Even though the weather is cooling, there are many Cincinnati farmers markets open during the winter months. Here’s our 2024 Winter Farmers Market Guide.

58th Annual Sugarplum Festival of Trees Brings Holiday Magic to Kettering

Around Town Southwest Ohio - November 1, 2025

The TWIGs are once again bringing festive cheer to the Miami Valley with their 58th annual Sugarplum Festival of Trees, benefiting Dayton Children’s Hospital!...