Tired of the same ol’ holiday celebration? This weekend’s roster of events in Greater Cincinnati is sure to shake up your holiday routine. In need of some cabaret and laughs? Real Housewives royalty Luann de Lesseps is coming to town with her holiday show. Or maybe you’d rather roast one of the most controversial rock bands? In that case, head to the Commonwealth Sanctuary in Dayton, Kentucky, to roast the one and only Nickelback. Here are just a few of our favorite events in Greater Cincinnati this weekend.

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Tinsel Town – A Burlesque & Aerial Holiday Spectacular at Somerhaus When: Dec. 19 and 20 at 8 p.m. Where: Somerhaus, Over-the-Rhine What: This sexy holiday tradition at Somerhaus includes a burlesque and aerial acrobatic performance reminiscent of Old Hollywood glamor. Leave the family behind and bring your honey or friends to this sensual holiday event at Somerhaus. Who: Somerhaus Why: “‘Tinsel Town'” is the perfect holiday show to get those chestnuts roasting and eggnog flowing,” the event description reads. Photo: Aidan Mahoney
Die Hard is a Christmas Movie at Know Theatre When: Dec. 20 and 21 at 7:30 p.m.; Dec. 22 at 2 p.m. Where: Know Theatre, Over-the-Rhine What: Die Hard — selected by the Library of Congress in 2017 for preservation in the National Film Registry — spawned a host of imitators about a hero battling impossible odds in a challenging environment. But it seems unlikely that anyone has seriously considered transforming it into a holiday stage show. Until now. Creative Cincinnati playwrights Alexx Rouse and A.J. Baldwin have partnered to create a clever script, and director Tatiana Godfrey is staging the show as Know Theatre of Cincinnati’s seasonal offering. Who: Know Theatre Why: This is a holiday tradition we can get behind. Photo: Katie Hartman/Know Theatre
An Acoustic Christmas with Over the Rhine When: Dec. 20-22 Where: Memorial Hall, Over-the-Rhine What: This year’s run of shows at Memorial Hall, billed as “An Acoustic Christmas with Over the Rhine,” will undoubtedly feature a slew of offerings from Cincinnati band Over the Rhine’s seasonal songbook as well as some surprises. Who: Memorial Hall and Over the Rhine Why: Extra credit: Listen to Over the Rhine’s holiday albums: The Darkest Night of the Year, Snow Angels and Blood Oranges in the Snow. Photo: Darrin Ballman
Winter Solstice Hike and Coffee When: Dec. 21 from 8-9:30 a.m. Where: Cincinnati Nature Center, Milford What: Say hello to winter at this morning winter walk at Long Branch Farm & Trails. Your reward for trekking through the woods in the cold? Warm coffee! Who: Cincinnati Nature Center Why: Basking in nature is the only way to celebrate the darkest day of the year. Photo: Provided by Great Parks
The City Flea at Washington Park 10 a.m.-4 p.m. July 22 Support small businesses and local artists at the monthly City Flea, Cincy’s monthly curated, urban flea market. Shop for yourself or others from a wide selection of jewelry, trinkets, vintage memorabilia, home decor and more. Don’t have time to stop by? The City Flea will be back Aug. 12, Sept. 16 and Oct. 14. 10 a.m.-4 p.m. July 22. Washington Park, 1230 Elm St. cityflea.com. Photo: Hailey Bollinger
An Olde English Christmas with Herman’s Hermits Starring Peter Noone When: Dec. 21 at 3:30 p.m. and 8 p.m. Where: Ludlow Garage, Clifton What: British Invasion legend Peter Noone will be serenading Cincinnatians with Christmas classics. Who: Ludlow Garage and Peter Noone Why: Read CityBeat’s recent interview with Peter Noone here. Photo: Cindy Funk, Flickr
Ugly Christmas Sweater Murder Mystery Party When: Dec. 21 from 7-9 p.m. Where: Northwood Cider Company, Norwood What: Put on your ugliest Christmas sweater and try to uncover who committed murder at this suspenseful dinner event. Who: Northwood Cider Company Why: Murder and mayhem — but this time with a dash of holiday cheer as well. Photo: Shutterstock
The People vs. Nickelback presented by The Fullspin Club and Commonwealth Sanctuary When: Dec. 21 at 7 p.m. Where: Commonwealth Sanctuary, Dayton, Ky. What: Host David Stewart returns to the bench in this mock trial to decide if Nickelback truly sucks, or if we’re all being just a bit too harsh in our criticism. Who: The Fullspin Club and Commonwealth Sanctuary Why: Audience members could be called to sit on the jury. Photo: Richard Beland
Solstice Holiday Market When: Dec. 22 from 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Where: Cintas Center, Evanston What: Over 50 vendors will be on-site selling a variety of handmade goods, crafts and gifts perfect for any last-minute holiday shopping. Who: Cintas Center Why: There will also be a gift-wrapping station for those who aren’t so proficient at wrapping gifts. Photo: cintascenter.com
A Very Countess Christmas! Starring Luann de Lesseps When: Dec. 22 at 7:30 p.m. Where: Ludlow Garage, Clifton What: The countess is back, darling. Our favorite Bravo housewife is back on the stage performing the holiday classics, and, fingers crossed, spilling all the Real Housewives tea. Who: Luann de Lesseps and Ludlow Garage Why: Ugh, the outfits! The drama! This is the present we never knew we needed. Photo: Shutterstock
Best LGBTQ+ Bar No. 2: The Birdcage 927 Race St., Downtown Photo: Hailey Bollinger