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Cincinnati Pumpkin Patches 2026

Published on September 1, 2026October 13, 2026 by Sarah.canteel@gmail.com1 Comment

It’s officially pumpkin patch szn!

I’ve rounded up a list of all Cincinnati pumpkin patches for fall 2026. There’s a pumpkin patch that’s perfect for everyone on this list. From farms with so many fun fall attractions that it will take all day to your simple, hayride to the pumpkin patch to pick a pumpkin straight off the vine variety. I’ve also included Cincinnati pumpkin patches that also have apple picking – for the full fall experience.

For a real GOURD time, scroll to the bottom to check out a list of local pumpkin festivals too!

The pumpkin patches in my guide vare all within about an hour and a half drive of Cincinnati. Who knew we had so many great pumpkin spots so close to the Queen City?

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Summer Bucket List Bingo

Published on June 1, 2026October 11, 2026 by Sarah.canteel@gmail.com

Don’t waste time wondering what to do this summer

What better way to make summer fun than to put together a summer bucket list bingo card? This is how we’ve done our summer bucket list the last few years, and it’s been great! It’s so handy to have a list of ideas for summer already posted on our fridge, and we have a great time trying to get bingo.

Want your own summer bucket list bingo card? Don’t worry – I’ve already done the hard part! Below you’ll find a Cincinnati Summer Bucket List Bingo card, a general summer bucket list bingo card, and a blank bingo card if you’d like to make your own. Plus, I’ve included a giant master list of summer fun ideas.

So what are you waiting for? Let’s make this summer the best summer together!

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Cincinnati Splash Pads Summer 2026

Published on May 25, 2026October 11, 2026 by Sarah.canteel@gmail.com

All the Cincinnati splash pads open this summer

Looking for the best places to cool down in the Queen City this summer? Then check out my Cincinnati splash pads guide! I’ve got the complete list of splash pads, spraygrounds & more open around Cincinnati for summer 2026.

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Cincinnati Holiday Lights 2025

Published on November 22, 2025June 7, 2026 by Sarah.canteel@gmail.com

The best spots in Cincy to be dazzled by holiday lights

Nothing captures the magic of the holiday season quite like being surrounded by thousands of dazzling lights. I’ve pulled together a list of the best spots to see Cincinnati holiday lights in 2025. Here you’ll find both drive thru and walkable light displays.

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Cincinnati Holiday Attractions

Published on November 20, 2025June 7, 2026 by Sarah.canteel@gmail.com

Here you’ll find guides to all the best Cincinnati holiday attractions to enjoy this winter! From where to see Santa and enjoy holiday lights, to where to go ice skating and see holiday trains, this guide has it all.

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Santa in Cincinnati 2025

Published on November 19, 2025June 7, 2026 by Sarah.canteel@gmail.com

Ready for your close up with jolly old St. Nick?

How lucky are we that Santa is making so many stops around the Queen City this year? There are many great places to visit Santa – and snap a photo or two. Check out my guide to the best spots to see Santa in Cincinnati for Christmas 2025.

And remember – Santa’s visits usually vary from the days and hours of the holiday attraction he is visiting. Santa typically arrives the weekend after Thanksgiving and heads back up to the North Pole on December 23 or 24. Most holiday attractions run a week or two longer than Santa’s visit, so double check dates before heading out!

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One Little Small Gift Guide for School-Aged Kids ages 6 to 8

Holiday Gift Guide for School-Aged Kids

Published on November 18, 2025June 7, 2026 by Sarah.canteel@gmail.com

Gift ideas for your favorite 6, 7 and 8 year olds

As our son gets older, he is becoming much more particular in what he wants for the holidays. In this gift guide for school-aged kids in early elementary school, you’ll find some of our favorite toys for little ones ages 6 to 8 years old. These are toys and games our son loves and has on his wish list this year.

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Cincinnati Holiday Trains 2025

Published on November 18, 2025June 7, 2026 by Sarah.canteel@gmail.com

ALL ABOARD for Cincinnati holiday trains season!

Enjoying Cincinnati holiday trains has been a staple festive activity in our house since my son was a baby. In 2025, there are 13 Cincinnati holiday train displays and ride-on train attractions around Cincinnati. So hop on board, and enjoy Cincinnati holiday train seasons before it choo choos out of town.

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One Little Small Holiday Gift Guide for Kids ages 4 to 5

Holiday Gift Guide for Preschoolers

Published on November 16, 2025June 7, 2026 by Sarah.canteel@gmail.com

Gift ideas for your favorite 4 and 5 year olds

As a preschooler, my son loves many of the same types of toys as he did as a toddler, including building toys, puzzles, and play pretend toys. But these toys are a bit more advanced and have more pieces – and are honestly a bit more fun to play with. The toys on this list are best for ages 4 to 5 years old. Everything on this gift guide for preschoolers are toys that we own or are similar to things we loved when our son was 4 and 5 years old.

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Holiday Gift Guide for Toddlers

Published on November 15, 2025June 7, 2026 by Sarah.canteel@gmail.com

Our favorite toys for 2 & 3 year olds

Toddlers are the perfect combination of fun and crazy. At this age, my son really loved puzzles, building toys, play pretend toys, and toys that helped him get out all that energy – and my daughter is the same way! In this holiday gift guide for toddlers, you’ll find our favorite toys for two and three year olds. And most of these toys are still played with today. I’m sure you’ll find something on this list that your toddler will love for many years to come.

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