Is your calendar looking a little empty this weekend? Never fear. The Greater Cincinnati area has everything you need to give your weekend a glow-up. We’ve got all the holiday happenings, from Christmas festivals and holiday tours to all the best shopping opportunities. But, if you aren’t ready to deck the halls just yet, we’ve got plenty of options for you too, from hockey games and pinball expos to coffee cocktail classes. Keep scrolling for your ultimate Cincinnati weekend guide.

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Feast of Carols Holiday Concert When: Saturday, Dec. 7 and Sunday, Dec. 8 at 2 and 5 p.m. Where: UC-CCM Corbett Auditorium, Clifton What: Enjoy the talents of the University of Cincinnati’s CCM combined choirs, Cincinnati Youth Choir and a featured guest choir as they serenade with a mix of holiday favorites. Who: University of Cincinnati CCM Why: Tickets are still available at ccmonstage.universitytickets.com. Photo: David Beale, Unsplash
Art on Vine Holiday Gift Sale When: Sunday, Dec. 8, 12-6 p.m. Where: Rhinegeist Brewery, Over-the-Rhine What: Art on Vine is returning to Rhinegeist this weekend with up to 80 local vendors offering apparel, fine art, handcrafted goods and more, along with food from local vendors and restaurants. Who: Rhinegeist Brewery and Art on Vine Why: Finish up your holiday shopping and support small businesses all in one. Photo: Provided by James Jenkins
Celebrate the season at Heritage Village When: Dec. 6-8 Where: Heritage VIllage Museum, Sharonville What: This holiday season, Heritage Village has plenty of events to keep you feeling festive. This weekend, check out their Holiday Guided Tours and Holly and Hearth Nights. Who: Heritage Village Museum Why: Check out all of Heritage Village’s festive celebrations this season here. Photo: Provided by Bethany Jewell
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Waynesville’s Christmas in the Village When: Dec. 6, 6-9 p.m.; Dec. 7, 1-8 p.m.; Dec. 8, 12-4 p.m. Where: Main Street, Waynesville What: Experience Christmas magic in Waynesville this weekend with children’s activities, visits from Santa, hot cocoa, horse drawn carriage rides and over 40 shops and dining options. Who: Waynesville Area Chamber of Commerce Why: This family friendly event is perfect for you and the kids to have some fun. Photo: facebook.com/waynesvilleCIV
Pincinnati Pinball Show When: Dec. 6-8 Where: Holiday Inn, Eastgate What: The largest pinball expo is returning this weekend, and features over 120 pinball machines free to play, along with tournaments and food trucks available. Who: Pincinnati Why: It’s time to get your pinball on. Photo: Senad Palic/Unsplash
Christmas in Mason Tree Lighting Ceremony When: Friday, Dec. 6, 6:30-8:30 p.m. Where: Mason Downtown Plaza, Mason What: Ring in the season with Mason’s annual tree lighting ceremony, with the Santa Claus Caravan bringing holiday favorites like Buddy the Elf and Cindy Lou Hou. The event will also have free photos with Santa, food and drink, ice-less skating and more. Who: The City of Mason and the Mason Mile Project Why: Grab an adult beverage and ride a mechanical snowboard — what could go wrong? Photo: facebook.com/whatsupindowntownmason
Market Bleu at Contemporary Arts Center 6-10 p.m. Dec. 3 This quarterly event features handcrafted products and fine art made by local creatives. Stop by Market Bleu at the Contemporary Arts Center to find unique gifts to help make the holidays more enjoyable for friends and family. Have a drink while you browse this nighttime bazaar and let it turn your Saturday evening into a fun night out while supporting local artists and artisans. 6-10 p.m. Dec. 3. Contemporary Arts Center, 44 E. 6th St., Downtown, marketbleu.com. Photo: facebook.com/marketbleu
Records Market at Northwood Cider When: Friday, Dec. 6, 5-9 p.m. Where: Northwood Cider Co., Norwood What: Spend your Friday night shopping a collection of vinyl records and vintage clothing. Who: Northwood Cider Co. and Feel It Records Why: Find the perfect gift for someone special in your life, maybe that person is yourself — we won’t judge. Photo: Provided by Jon Lorenz
8th Annual Ugly Sweater Bar Crawl When: Saturday, Dec. 7, 2-9 p.m. Where: Over-the-Rhine What: Throw on your ugliest sweater and crawl to all your OTR favorites. Who: Bar Crawl USA Why: Even the grinchiest of Grinches can’t resist getting drunk in an ugly sweater. Photo: facebook.com/UglySweaterBarCrawls
Irish Coffee Cocktail Class When: Sunday, Dec. 8, 1-3 p.m. Where: Homemakers Bar, Over-the-Rhine What: Homemaker’s Irish Coffee Cocktail class is here to make you a pro behind the bar. Your ticket includes the class, a welcome cocktail, whiskey flight, Sixteen Bricks pastry and snack mix, giveaways and more. Who: Homemakers Bar Why: Bring home a skill to impress your friends. Facebook.com/HomeMakersBar
Cincinnati Cyclones v. Nailers When: Saturday, Dec. 7 at 4 p.m. Where: Heritage Bank Center, Downtown What: Watch the Cyclones in action and meet some of your favorite Marvel Superheros at this Marvel-themed matinee game against the Wheeling Nailers. Who: Cincinnati Cyclones Why: Is there anything better than eating a hot dog and seeing Spiderman? Probably not. Photo: Princess Ford