Friday, December 28
HARRY POTTER AND THE SORCERER’S STONE IN CONCERT
7 p.m.
Music Hall, 1241 Elm St., Cincinnati
Cars fly, trees fight back and monsters are loose on the big screen with Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone! Enjoy Harry’s second year at Hogwart’s as the Cincinnati Pops Orchestra performs every note of John William’s unforgettable score.
Tickets starting at $25.
Call 513-381-3300 or visit cincinnatisymphony.org for more information.
TRAILSIDE SCAVENGER HUNT
1 – 3 p.m.
Farbach-Werner Nature Preserve, 3455 Poole Road, Colerain Township
Pick up a nature scavenger hunt challenge sheet. Complete the items on the list by answering questions as you walk along the trail. When you’ve completed the hunt, turn your list in at the barn for a nature sleuth’s prize.
A valid Great Parks of Hamilton County vehicle permit is required to enter the park, see website for more information.
Call 513-521-7275 or visit greatparks.org for more information.
Saturday, December 29
CIRQUE DU SOLEIL PRESENTS CRYSTAL
4 p.m. & 7:30 p.m.
US Bank Arena, 100 Broadway St., Cincinnati
Something brand new is coming to Cirque du Soleil, just in time for the winter holidays- a show completely on ice! Be sure to check out this “cool” new show during it’s Cincinnati run.
Tickets starting at $45.
Visit cirquedusoleil.com/crystal for more information.
NEW YEAR’S GLOBETROT
12 – 3 p.m.
Miami Whitewater Forest Visitors Center, 9001 Mt. Hope Road, Harrison
The New Year is celebrated across the globe, but not everyone celebrates the same way. Experience how various cultures from around the world celebrate this beloved holiday with different New Year’s activities and a sampling of cultural fares.
A valid Great Parks of Hamilton County vehicle permit is required to enter the park, see website for more information.
Call 513-367-4774 or visit greatparks.org for more information.
Sunday, December 30
FESTIVAL OF LIGHTS
Cincinnati Zoo & Botanical Garden, 3400 Vine St., Cincinnati
4 – 9 p.m.
The 36th Annual PNC Festival of Lights will once again transform the Cincinnati Zoo & Botanical Garden into a “Wild Wonderland”. Bask in the glow of 3 million LED lights, watch a Mad Cap black-light puppet show, ride the BB&T Toyland Express, search for fairies in Fairy Land, marvel at the spectacular Swan Lake show and enjoy seasonal treats like hot chocolate and s’mores. Be sure to visit Santa Claus each day starting at 4 p.m., an hour before the rest of the festival festivities begin.
Prices vary, see website for more information, Free for members.
Call 513-281-4700 or visit cincinnatizoo.org for more information.
WINTER STROLL
1 p.m.
Withrow Nature Center, 7075 Five Mile Road, Cincinnati
Join a nature interpreter and take in the sights and sounds of winter on the 1.6 mile Trout Lily Trail.
A valid Great Parks of Hamilton County vehicle permit is required to enter the park, see website for more information.
Call 513-521-7275 or visit greatparks.org for more information.