Santa-Bration at Carol Ann’s Carousel Make winter-inspired crafts and snap a selfi e with Santa. 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Dec. 22-24. Free admission. Carol Ann’s Carousel, 8 W. Mehring Way, Downtown, cincinnatiparks.com.
Santa’s Workshop at Washington Park Santa stops in the park on Saturdays in December with his elves to make gifts, ornaments and take requests. Write a wish list to Santa and get ready to take free photos. 1-3 p.m. Saturdays through Dec. 23. Free. Washington Park, 1230 Elm St., Over-theRhine, washingtonpark.org.
Let it Snow: A Holiday Musical Journey Laser Light Show A soundtrack of holiday classics from the likes of Frank Sinatra and Chuck Berry is accompanied by a laser light show. Through Dec. 23. $8. Drake Planetarium, Norwood High School, 2020 Sherman Ave., Norwood, drakeplanetarium.org.
Christmas Eve Dinner Cruise
Indian Creek Distillery 6 generations of whiskey making on the historic Staley Mill Farm. Uniquely Small Batch,
Grab the family and take a trip down the Ohio River on Christmas Eve. 5:307:30 p.m. Dec. 24. $50 adults; $30 children; $27 adults sightseeing only;
$18 children sightseeing only. BB Riverboats, 101 Riverboat Row, Newport, Ky., bbriverboats.com.
Latkapalooza 2017 While the Christians are away, the Chosen will play. The Jewish Federation’s Young Adult Division and Meyerson JCC host this annual dance party featuring drink specials and raffle prizes. 8:30 p.m.-1 a.m. Dec. 24. Free admission. Shooks Bar & Dance, 920 Race St., Downtown, jewishcincinnati.org.
The North Pole Express HO-HO-HOld onto your hats. Presented by LM&M Railroad, this hour-long train to the North Pole features cookies, hot chocolate and an appearance from Santa and his elves. Through Dec. 24. $22 adults; $18 kids. LM&M Railroad, 127 S. Mechanic Road, Lebanon, lebanonrr.com.
Kujichagulia Kwanzaa Celebration Kujichagulia, one of the principals of Kwanzaa, represents self determination — to define, name and create for yourself. The evening includes a manifestation activity. 6-8 p.m. Dec. 27. Free. Sweet Sistah Splash, 1218 Sycamore St., Overthe-Rhine, facebook.com/ sweetsistahsplash.
The Boar’s Head and Yule Log Festival This medieval pageant comes to Christ Church Cathedral for the 78th year. The performances feature characters in costume — lords, ladies, hunters, cooks, knights and more — with ceremonial mince pie, plum pudding and a roasted boar’s head. 5 p.m. Dec. 30; 2:30 and 5 p.m. Dec. 31. Free but tickets required. Christ Church Cathedral, 318 E. Fourth St., Downtown, boarsheadfestival.com.
Franciscan Christmas Display A Christmas crèche display with nativities from around the world, a Dickens village, a decorated tree, model trains and more take over the Christian Moerlein event center. Includes a live nativity featuring goats, sheep and donkeys. Through Jan. 1. Free admission. Christian Moerlein Taproom, 1621 Moore St., Over-the-Rhine, facebook.com/sfschurch.
The Pedal Wagon Polar Bear Express While the weather outside is frightful, pedaling on the Polar Bear Express is a cheerful way to warm up your body temp. The 15-passenger pedal-powered wagon stops at local bars in downtown and OTR for drink
ICE RINK AT F OUNTAIN SQUARE Whether you’re a professional skater or someone who can barely stand on skates, this slice of winter wonderland on Fountain Square is open to everyone. Skate rental is available and concessions include snacks, hot chocolate and alcohol. Through Feb. 19. $6 admission; $4 skate rental. Fountain Square, Fifth and Vine streets, Downtown, myfountainsquare.com.
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