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Tuesday, November 3
Tue, Nov 3 10 a.m.–11 a.m.
Meet and Greet a Goat
Kids get to know a goat from the Possum Creek herd, looking, feeling and learning about goats before a goat-themed activity and…
Tue, Nov 3 4 p.m.–5 p.m.
Fossils with the Cincinnati Observatory
The Cincinnati Observatory visits to show kids what fossils reveal about past life on Earth and why scientists look for fossils on…
Also happening Tuesday, November 3
Sep 1 – Nov 13 10 a.m.–8 p.m.
Pumpkin Blow
Looking for a fun and unique autumn activity? Then come to our Pumpkin Blow! At $55 per person, you can blow your…
May 23, 2026 – Jan 4, 2027 10 a.m.–5 p.m.
Jurassic World by Brickman at the CMC
Jurassic World by Brickman is an immersive, larger-than-life LEGO experience featuring over 50 dinosaurs and scenes built from more than six million…
Wednesday, November 4
Wed, Nov 4 11:30 a.m.–12:15 p.m.
REC Reads
Bring your toddler or preschooler to the Rosenthal Education Center (REC) for a morning of art-themed story books, sensory activities, and scavenger hunts! This…
Wed, Nov 4 4 p.m.–5 p.m.
Pop Up Petting Zoo
Honey Hill Farm brings chickens, ducks, rabbits, sheep, goats and more to the Corryville Branch for a drop-in visit with farm animals.…
Wed, Nov 4 4:30 p.m.–5 p.m.
Star Theater Puppet Play
The Miamisburg Branch carries on its puppetry tradition with a marionette show in its Star Theater. Afterward, kids can see how the…
Also happening Wednesday, November 4
Sep 1 – Nov 13 10 a.m.–8 p.m.
Pumpkin Blow
Looking for a fun and unique autumn activity? Then come to our Pumpkin Blow! At $55 per person, you can blow your…
May 23, 2026 – Jan 4, 2027 10 a.m.–5 p.m.
Jurassic World by Brickman at the CMC
Jurassic World by Brickman is an immersive, larger-than-life LEGO experience featuring over 50 dinosaurs and scenes built from more than six million…
Thursday, November 5
Thu, Nov 5 7:30 p.m.
Gravity & Other Myths: Ten Thousand Hours
Eight acrobats and one musician from the Australian troupe Gravity & Other Myths flip, balance and fly to live percussion in a…
Also happening Thursday, November 5
May 23, 2026 – Jan 4, 2027 10 a.m.–5 p.m.
Jurassic World by Brickman at the CMC
Jurassic World by Brickman is an immersive, larger-than-life LEGO experience featuring over 50 dinosaurs and scenes built from more than six million…
Nov 5–19 10:30 a.m.–11:30 a.m.
Thursday Art Play
2026 Dates, November 5, 12 & 19 (Thursdays 10:30-11:30 am) | Kids ages 2 to 6 and their grown-ups make art and…
Sep 1 – Nov 13 10 a.m.–8 p.m.
Pumpkin Blow
Looking for a fun and unique autumn activity? Then come to our Pumpkin Blow! At $55 per person, you can blow your…
Friday, November 6
Fri, Nov 6 All day
Layers of the Unknown
Adults only: Cincinnati Museum Center's annual fundraiser turns Union Terminal into an after-hours party with cocktails, bites from local restaurants and dancing…
Nov 6–8 9 a.m.–5 p.m.
Sharonville Holiday Market
One Beloved Holiday Tradition. Now TWO Weekends. TWO Locations. Twice the Holiday Magic. TICKETS ON SALE NOW WHAT For the first time…
Nov 6–8 9 a.m.–5 p.m.
Sharonville Holiday Market
One Beloved Holiday Tradition. Now TWO Weekends. TWO Locations. Twice the Holiday Magic. TICKETS ON SALE NOW WHAT For the first time…
Fri, Nov 6 10 a.m.–noon
Homeschool Science: The Rise of Reptiles
Uncover your wild side through hands-on learning and scientific fun! This month, explore the era known as the “great dying,” when continents…
Fri, Nov 6 10:30 a.m.–11:15 a.m.
Storytime on the Farm
Join us every Friday at the Farm for storytime! Each week we will read a different themed book together, followed by activities…
Fri, Nov 6 6 p.m.–9:30 p.m.
Colorfall at Perfect North Slopes
ColorFall is an immersive fall experience for all ages. We are excited to bring ColorFall back for the 2026 fall season! This year’s event…
Fri, Nov 6 6:30 p.m.–7:30 p.m.
Animals in Winter
MetroParks of Butler County brings live animals to the Fairfield Community Arts Center to show how wildlife prepares for and survives winter:…
Fri, Nov 6 7:30 p.m.
Vienna Boys Choir
The centuries-old Vienna Boys Choir brings its repertoire of medieval to contemporary music to Dayton's Victoria Theatre.
Also happening Friday, November 6
Nov 6–14 7 p.m.
The Drowsy Chaperone
2026 Dates, November 6-7 & 12-14 (Thurs & Fri 7 pm, Sat 2 & 7 pm) | Teen performers from The Children's…
Sep 1 – Nov 13 10 a.m.–8 p.m.
Pumpkin Blow
Looking for a fun and unique autumn activity? Then come to our Pumpkin Blow! At $55 per person, you can blow your…
May 23, 2026 – Jan 4, 2027 10 a.m.–5 p.m.
Jurassic World by Brickman at the CMC
Jurassic World by Brickman is an immersive, larger-than-life LEGO experience featuring over 50 dinosaurs and scenes built from more than six million…
Show 3 more ongoing events for Friday, November 6
Nov 6–27 10:30 a.m.–11:15 a.m.
Storytime on the Farm
2026 Dates, November 6, 13, 20 & 27 (Fridays 10:30-11:15 am) | Each Friday kids hear a book read aloud in the…
Nov 6, 2026 – Jan 10, 2027 All day
Middletown Holiday Whopla
2026 Dates, November 6-January 10 | Downtown Middletown's outdoor ice rink anchors the city's holiday season, with $12 skating at the gate,…
Nov 5–19 10:30 a.m.–11:30 a.m.
Thursday Art Play
2026 Dates, November 5, 12 & 19 (Thursdays 10:30-11:30 am) | Kids ages 2 to 6 and their grown-ups make art and…
Saturday, November 7
Sat, Nov 7 3 a.m.–4:30 p.m.
Family Open Studio
Visitors can drop in for open-ended creativity and art making, browsing a weekly selection of open studio materials. No signup is necessary,…
Sat, Nov 7 9:30 a.m.–noon
Saturday Nature Squad: Stream Treasure Hunt
Registrations take place online in our UltraCamp system. Become an adventurer on a special mission to uncover hidden “treasures” in and around…
Sat, Nov 7 10 a.m.–11:30 a.m.
Discover Dinosaurs’ Descendants
Kids learn which birds come south from Canada to spend the winter in Ohio, then search for them in the park. Bring…
Sat, Nov 7 10 a.m.–3 p.m.
Pumpkin Patch
Pick a perfect pumpkin from the Farm's patch! After making your choice, stick around for fun fall activities like pumpkin decorating, face…
Sat, Nov 7 10 a.m.–1 p.m.
Schoolyard Winery’s Farmers Market
A relaxed open-air market on the beautiful grounds of Schoolyard Winery in Verona, KY. Local farmers, youth entrepreneurs, artisans, and makers come…
Sat, Nov 7 11 a.m.–3 p.m.
Biscuit Day
Carriage Hill's historical farm devotes a whole day to the biscuit, a staple of farm-family meals. Visitors watch several kinds of biscuits…
Sat, Nov 7 11 a.m.–1 p.m.
Pumpkin Smash
Liberty Center's Pumpkin Smash, held in partnership with GroundsPRO, gives old jack-o'-lanterns an earth-friendly send-off. Families can bring their rotting pumpkins to…
Sat, Nov 7 11 a.m.–11:30 a.m.
Storytime in the Garden
Children ages 2 to 7 hear a story in the Highfield Discovery Garden, then do a craft or activity that brings the…
Sat, Nov 7 Noon–5 p.m.
Pumpkin Chuck Festival
Families can send off fall at the Pumpkin Chuck Festival, where pumpkins get launched through the air at Stanbery Park.
Nov 7–8 1 p.m.–5 p.m.
1800s Harvest Jamboree
2026 Dates, November 7-8 (Sat & Sun 1-5 pm) | Families step back in time at this 19th-century harvest celebration with traditionally…
Sat, Nov 7 1 p.m.
Disney’s Frozen Movie Sing-Along
Families can sing along with Disney's Frozen at this movie sing-along in the Aronoff Center's Jarson-Kaplan Theater. Tickets start at $29.
Sat, Nov 7 1 p.m.–3 p.m.
Oh My Gourd! Pumpkin Slinging
Bring a carved or whole pumpkin and watch it fly from pumpkin-slinging machines built and run by Lakota and Talawanda robotics club…
Sat, Nov 7 2 p.m.–3 p.m.
Finding Fungi
A Great Parks nature interpreter leads a woodland hike to find which fungi are producing mushrooms this fall. Recommended ages: all ages.
Sat, Nov 7 2 p.m.–3:30 p.m.
Leaf Exploration
Families take a closer look at fall leaves on this kids' nature program at Sugarcreek MetroPark. Registration is required. Recommended ages: 3-13.…
Sat, Nov 7 2 p.m.–3:30 p.m.
Trick and Track Express
Kids can wear their costume and celebrate Halloween a week early aboard this 1.5-hour train ride, with each child receiving a special…
Sat, Nov 7 6 p.m.–9:30 p.m.
Colorfall at Perfect North Slopes
ColorFall is an immersive fall experience for all ages. We are excited to bring ColorFall back for the 2026 fall season! This year’s event…
Also happening Saturday, November 7
Nov 6–27 10:30 a.m.–11:15 a.m.
Storytime on the Farm
2026 Dates, November 6, 13, 20 & 27 (Fridays 10:30-11:15 am) | Each Friday kids hear a book read aloud in the…
May 23, 2026 – Jan 4, 2027 10 a.m.–5 p.m.
Jurassic World by Brickman at the CMC
Jurassic World by Brickman is an immersive, larger-than-life LEGO experience featuring over 50 dinosaurs and scenes built from more than six million…
Nov 6, 2026 – Jan 10, 2027 All day
Middletown Holiday Whopla
2026 Dates, November 6-January 10 | Downtown Middletown's outdoor ice rink anchors the city's holiday season, with $12 skating at the gate,…
Show 3 more ongoing events for Saturday, November 7
Nov 5–19 10:30 a.m.–11:30 a.m.
Thursday Art Play
2026 Dates, November 5, 12 & 19 (Thursdays 10:30-11:30 am) | Kids ages 2 to 6 and their grown-ups make art and…
Sep 1 – Nov 13 10 a.m.–8 p.m.
Pumpkin Blow
Looking for a fun and unique autumn activity? Then come to our Pumpkin Blow! At $55 per person, you can blow your…
Nov 6–14 7 p.m.
The Drowsy Chaperone
2026 Dates, November 6-7 & 12-14 (Thurs & Fri 7 pm, Sat 2 & 7 pm) | Teen performers from The Children's…
Sunday, November 8
Sun, Nov 8 10 a.m.–12:35 p.m.
Sensory Sundays at Boonshoft
Sensory Sundays provide increased accessibility for those with sensory sensitivities to enjoy the museum without large crowds or extra stimuli. Our planetarium…
Sun, Nov 8 11 a.m.–noon
Animals Alive
Families visit the Woodland Mound nature center to meet local wildlife in up-close animal encounters. Recommended ages: all ages.
Sun, Nov 8 Noon–2:30 p.m.
A Royal Brunch
✨ A Royal Brunch: Meet Your Favorite Couples! ✨ Make memories at A Royal Brunch! Meet three iconic royal couples: Cinderella, Tiana,…
Sun, Nov 8 1 p.m.–5 p.m.
Girl Scout Makers Fair
Get a head start on your holiday shopping at the Girl Scout Makers Fair! Local Girl Scouts will showcase and sell handmade…
Also happening Sunday, November 8
Nov 6–14 7 p.m.
The Drowsy Chaperone
2026 Dates, November 6-7 & 12-14 (Thurs & Fri 7 pm, Sat 2 & 7 pm) | Teen performers from The Children's…
Sep 1 – Nov 13 10 a.m.–8 p.m.
Pumpkin Blow
Looking for a fun and unique autumn activity? Then come to our Pumpkin Blow! At $55 per person, you can blow your…
Nov 5–19 10:30 a.m.–11:30 a.m.
Thursday Art Play
2026 Dates, November 5, 12 & 19 (Thursdays 10:30-11:30 am) | Kids ages 2 to 6 and their grown-ups make art and…
Show 3 more ongoing events for Sunday, November 8
Nov 6, 2026 – Jan 10, 2027 All day
Middletown Holiday Whopla
2026 Dates, November 6-January 10 | Downtown Middletown's outdoor ice rink anchors the city's holiday season, with $12 skating at the gate,…
Nov 6–27 10:30 a.m.–11:15 a.m.
Storytime on the Farm
2026 Dates, November 6, 13, 20 & 27 (Fridays 10:30-11:15 am) | Each Friday kids hear a book read aloud in the…
May 23, 2026 – Jan 4, 2027 10 a.m.–5 p.m.
Jurassic World by Brickman at the CMC
Jurassic World by Brickman is an immersive, larger-than-life LEGO experience featuring over 50 dinosaurs and scenes built from more than six million…
Monday, November 9
Mon, Nov 9 10 a.m.–2 p.m.
Sensory Sundays at Boonshoft
Sensory Sundays provide increased accessibility for those with sensory sensitivities to enjoy the museum without large crowds or extra stimuli. Our planetarium…
Also happening Monday, November 9
Nov 5–19 10:30 a.m.–11:30 a.m.
Thursday Art Play
2026 Dates, November 5, 12 & 19 (Thursdays 10:30-11:30 am) | Kids ages 2 to 6 and their grown-ups make art and…
Nov 6, 2026 – Jan 10, 2027 All day
Middletown Holiday Whopla
2026 Dates, November 6-January 10 | Downtown Middletown's outdoor ice rink anchors the city's holiday season, with $12 skating at the gate,…
May 23, 2026 – Jan 4, 2027 10 a.m.–5 p.m.
Jurassic World by Brickman at the CMC
Jurassic World by Brickman is an immersive, larger-than-life LEGO experience featuring over 50 dinosaurs and scenes built from more than six million…
Show 3 more ongoing events for Monday, November 9
Nov 6–27 10:30 a.m.–11:15 a.m.
Storytime on the Farm
2026 Dates, November 6, 13, 20 & 27 (Fridays 10:30-11:15 am) | Each Friday kids hear a book read aloud in the…
Sep 1 – Nov 13 10 a.m.–8 p.m.
Pumpkin Blow
Looking for a fun and unique autumn activity? Then come to our Pumpkin Blow! At $55 per person, you can blow your…
Nov 6–14 7 p.m.
The Drowsy Chaperone
2026 Dates, November 6-7 & 12-14 (Thurs & Fri 7 pm, Sat 2 & 7 pm) | Teen performers from The Children's…